Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Interests
Creative Pursuits
Undergraduate Dissertation
Academic and Professional Development
Timeline
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Abirami Selvaraj

Abirami Selvaraj

Occupational Therapist
Coimbatore

Summary

Dedicated and enthusiastic Occupational Therapy graduate with a strong foundation in client-centered, evidence-based practice. Committed to promoting functional independence and enhancing quality of life through holistic rehabilitation and continuous professional development. Skilled in effective communication, interdisciplinary collaboration, and building meaningful therapeutic relationships with clients and their families.

Overview

4
4
Languages
1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Occupational Therapy Intern

KMCH College of Occupational Therapy
03.2026 - 09.2026
  • Completed clinical rotations in Neurology, Orthopedics, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, Splinting, and Oncology
  • Conducted patient assessments, treatment planning, ADL training, documentation, and caregiver education under supervision

Occupational Therapy Intern

NIMHANS Hospital
06.2026 - 07.2026
  • Gained valuable clinical exposure to diverse neurological and psychiatric cases during a one-month posting at NIMHANS, working within a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team

Education

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy -

KMCH College of Occupational Therapy
Coimbatore, India
04.2001 -

HSC -

Avila Convent Matriculation Higher Secondary School
Coimbatore, India
04.2001 -

SSLC -

Avila Convent Matriculation Higher Secondary School
Coimbatore, India
04.2001 -

Skills

Patient assessment

Clinical reasoning

Intervention planning

Evidence-based practice

Patient management

Documentation skills

Adaptability and flexibility

Effective communication

Interests

Child Psychiatry

Pediatric Care

Neuro-rehabilitation

Creative Pursuits

Passionate about art, content writing, and digital content creation as creative outlets that complement my professional growth

Undergraduate Dissertation

Title: Effectiveness of Art-Based Occupational Therapy Interventions in Improving Functional Outcomes Across Occupational Therapy Client Populations: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

  • Conducted a PRISMA-guided systematic review and meta-analysis.
  • Performed literature screening, data extraction, quality appraisal, and statistical analysis using JAMOVI.

Academic and Professional Development

  • Paper Presentation: Presented "Effectiveness of Art-Based Occupational Therapy Intervention in Improving Functional Outcomes: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis" at the National Level Seminar – "Autism and Humanity Every Life Has Value", Sree Abirami College of Occupational Therapy, Coimbatore (April 2026).
  • Workshop: Completed an e-workshop on "Meta-Analysis Using JAMOVI" organized by Commacad (June 2025).
  • International Conference: Attended "Rehabilitation Redefined: Occupational Therapy's Role in Holistic Health" – JKKMMRF College of Occupational Therapy, Komarapalayam (2025).
  • National Conference: Attended "Current Trends in Healthcare Research and Innovation" – SRM College of Occupational Therapy, Tiruchirappalli (2025).
  • State-Level Seminar: Attended "Neonatal Nurturing: Exploring Occupational Therapy in the NICU" – KMCH College of Occupational Therapy, Coimbatore (2023).

Timeline

Occupational Therapy Intern

NIMHANS Hospital
06.2026 - 07.2026

Occupational Therapy Intern

KMCH College of Occupational Therapy
03.2026 - 09.2026

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy -

KMCH College of Occupational Therapy
04.2001 -

HSC -

Avila Convent Matriculation Higher Secondary School
04.2001 -

SSLC -

Avila Convent Matriculation Higher Secondary School
04.2001 -
Abirami SelvarajOccupational Therapist