Amir A. Banishahi
Atlanta, GA 30339
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OBJECTIVE:
Relocated to Atlanta, Georgia in December 2015 and seeking to join a medical and/or chiropractic practice. I have a caring patient manner and work closely with other healthcare professionals to assess patient needs and devise suitable treatment plans. I communicate effectively and sensitively with patients and educate the patient regarding current case and underlying dysfunction. Additionally, I maximize patient rehabilitation by ensuring their understanding of often complex clinical issues impacting recovery with up to date interactive educational tools.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
2003-2007 Southern California University Doctor of Chiropractic
2006-2007 Graston Technique Module 1 Graston Technique
2005-2007 Taekwondo Juvenile Olympics Rehabilitation Intern
1996-1998 Santa Monica College Pre-med
1992-1995 Kish English Institute English Communication
ASSOCIATIONS:
Member of the following associations:
American Chiropractic Association
International Chiropractic Association
CERTIFICATIONS:
Physiotherapy modality
Graston Technique specializing in soft tissue injuries
Cox Flexion-Distraction Technique specializing in low back pain
AREAS OF EXPERTISE:
Sports injuries and rehabilitation
Diversified techniques
Lower back and Sciatica
Activator technique
Geriatric care and activator adjustment treatment
TMJ
Maternity pain management
Musculoskeletal physiotherapy
Post operation tissue and ROM Re-education and treatment
Patient interactive education
SKILLS:
Bilingual (Farsi / English)
Patient therapy and counseling
Human anatomy
Expert knowledge of injuries, illnesses, and defects, and establishing a plan for treatment
Strong interpersonal skills, flexible, quick learner who adapts easily to new situations
Ability to perform, evaluate and diagnose X-ray, CT and MRI scan and present a clear easy to understand explanation to patients
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
2009-12/2015 Wilmington, CA
Complete Care Family Medical Clinic Chiropractor
Physiotherapy, rehabilitation therapy, and pain management, pre and post surgery ROM reconditioning, sport and work injury rehab and physiotherapy
2008-2009 Encino, CA
Encino Medical Clinic Chiropractor Assistant
Physiotherapy, rehabilitation therapy, and patient management
2008-2010 Los Angeles, CA
Dongguk Royal University professor
Teaching anatomy and physiology, Musculoskeletal biomechanics, and case management
2007-2008 Beverly Hills, CA
Spine Health Center of Beverly Hills Medical assistant
Medical Assistant, patient management
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST