Education
- New York University, Occupational Therapy Degree, 2016.
- NY College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Master of Science in Acupuncture, 2014
Experience
- Specializing in neurological rehabilitation, Kings County Hospital and New York Presbyterian Hospital
Accreditations
- Board Certified Hand Therapist
In 2018 she experienced a traumatic rock-climbing accident which left her with a torn ACL and a need for surgery. Recovering from her injury provided her with an understanding of the patient perspective and motivated her to transition into a focus on orthopedic rehabilitation.
Fathima has a passion for the body, exploring methods to integrate mindfulness, meditation and yoga into her therapy practice. She chose hand specialty as a vehicle to channel her evidence-based knowledge into functional gains for her patients. As a therapist who engages in her own sport and movement practice, she wants her patients to return to the activities they enjoy with confidence. Her patients know her through her kind and thoughtful nature and her drive for measurable results.