Clinical Assistant Professor
Department of Physical Therapy, University of Florida
Dr. Shakeel Ahmed is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of Florida. His research focuses on cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, respiratory muscle function, and rehabilitation of patients with chronic pulmonary diseases. With a PhD in Rehabilitation Science from the University of Florida,. His work includes investigations into inspiratory muscle training in patients on prolonged mechanical ventilation, and non-pharmacological approaches to pain management in respiratory conditions.
Dr. Ahmed's research has been published in leading journals such as Respiratory Medicine and the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine. His recent systematic review on chronic pain management in COPD guidelines underscores the evolving role of physical therapy in interdisciplinary pain management.
Beyond his research contributions, Dr. Ahmed actively mentors doctoral students and serves as a reviewer for multiple peer-reviewed journals, including the Journal of Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy and Respiratory Care. His commitment to advancing cardiopulmonary physical therapy is evident through his participation in the American Physical Therapy Association’s Clinical Practice Guidelines Committee, where he contributes to developing evidence-based recommendations for managing COPD.
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