Farhana Azmi

👩‍⚕️ As a final year Occupational Therapy student with a passion for empowering individuals to lead fulfilling lives, I am on the brink of transitioning from life sciences to the dynamic world of healthcare. 👨‍⚕️

🌈 My journey in occupational therapy has been a rewarding exploration of the intersection between compassion and innovation. Through rigorous coursework and hands-on clinical experiences, I have honed my skills in promoting independence and enhancing the quality of life for diverse populations.

Occupational Therapy Student 

SPD: adult disability home (Feb - early April 2023) 

• Worked in adult disability home (Blue Cross), and Dementia Day Care center. 
• Client population includes individuals with intellectual disabilities (mild-moderate), patients with dementia (mild to mod-severe). 
• Developed and implemented therapy plans based on client's needs and abilities, resulting in improved leisure participation and social participation skills for individuals with intellectual disabilities. 
• Participated in multi-disciplinary meetings (MDM) and contributed to the client's individualised care plan (ICP).
• Performed documentation for the respective client group for both centers which includes progress notes, SOAP notes, and ICP. - Conducted initial assessments (IA) for the respective client group(s). 

St Luke’s Hospital: subacute/ community hospital (June - early Aug 2023) 

• Client profile: neurological cases (stroke, Parkinson’s Disease), orthopaedic cases (post total hip and total knee replacement) and general deconditioning. 
• Conducted initial assessments (IA) on the aforementioned client groups. Developed and implemented occupation based, therapy plans. 
• Conducted on-site (home visit) and off-site home assessments (via photos) and recommendations - e.g., grab bar placement via HDB EASE, and equipment prescription such as mobile commode. 
• Performed caregiver training and education for the client’s respective caregivers: wheelchair management, transfer training, curb and step management, use of equipment and assistive devices). 
• Participated in multi-disciplinary meeting (MDM) to discuss and collaborate on the client’s transition of care plan before discharge.

Bsc. (Hons). Occupational Therapy - SIT

Dip. in Biomedical Science - TP