About Doctor
- Dr. Ali Irani serves as the Head of Physiotherapy at Nanavati Max Super Speciality Hospital in Mumbai.
- He brings over 42 years of experience to his role, specializing in Sports Medicine & Physiotherapy.
- Dr. Irani holds a B.Physio from M.S. University, Baroda, and has earned Ph.D. degrees in both Sports Medicine and Anatomy of Body Movement and Dance from Bombay University.
- As a dedicated professional, he is a Life Member of the Indian Association of Sports Medicine and holds Vice-President positions in the Bombay District Sports Medicine Association and the Bombay Suburban Amateur Athletic Association.
- Throughout his career, Dr. Irani has contributed significantly to the field. He served as the Physiotherapist for the Indian Cricket Team from 1987 to 1997.
- His academic involvement includes being a Member of the Board of studies at NMIMS University and the Academic Council at Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore.
- Dr. Irani has conducted research at Bombay Hospital, presented papers at various national and international conferences, and held workshops on innovative physiotherapy and sports medicine.
- He has been involved in training state and national level athletes to enhance their performance and has organized rural physiotherapy camps for community-based rehabilitation.
- Dr. Irani's commitment to education is evident through his role as Principal at the Post Graduate Institute of Physiotherapy since 2009. He also serves as an examiner and lecturer for students of Masters of Fine Arts (Dance) at Bombay University and as a faculty member for P.G. students at various universities.
- Recognizing his achievements, Dr. Irani has received prestigious awards such as the "HITRA ORATION" Award in 1994 and a Lifetime Achievement Award by the Indian Association of Physiotherapy in 2004.
- He has a keen interest in various aspects of physiotherapy, including women's health, pediatric care, neuroplasticity, pre-rehab training, joint pain, muscle strain, ligament sprain, and Parkinson's disease.
- Efficient in managing soft tissue injuries, muscular imbalances, joint pain and spine conditions including pre and post-operative rehabilitation of hip, shoulder and knee replacements surgeries, pain relief, increase joint range, improve strength & flexibility, improve oxygenation.
