Mrs. Safanah Alsaeed | Health Professions | Best Research Article Award

King Fahad Medical City | Saudi Arabia

Mrs. Safanah Alsaeed is a dedicated physical therapist and academic instructor based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with a strong background in women’s health, oncology rehabilitation, musculoskeletal therapy, and holistic wellness approaches. She earned her bachelor’s degree in physical therapy from Princess Norah Bint Abdulrahman University  and has since expanded her expertise through advanced certifications in osteopathy, yoga, pilates, prenatal and postnatal exercise, and public health studies. Her career has spanned prominent medical institutions, including King Fahad Medical City, Physionatal Clinic, and Dr. Soliman Fakeeh Hospital, where she provided specialized therapeutic interventions and patient-centered care. Alongside clinical practice, she contributes as a practical instructor in biomechanics and women’s health at Princess Norah University, helping shape the next generation of therapists. Her professional journey integrates evidence-based clinical practice, patient empowerment, and wellness education, supported by conference presentations and publications addressing cancer rehabilitation, women’s health, and mental health in chronic illness.

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Education:

Mrs. Safanah Alsaeed holds a bachelor’s degree in physical therapy from Princess Norah Bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, with a high academic record, completed in February. She advanced her clinical expertise with a diploma in osteopathy from the Institute of Piaget, hosted at King Fahad Medical City , which equipped her with integrative manual therapy techniques. Currently, she is pursuing a master’s degree in public health at King’s College as a part-time student, enriching her scope in population health, epidemiology, and preventive medicine. Her continuing professional education includes certifications in prenatal and postnatal yoga, childbirth education , Pilates teacher training , prenatal and postnatal exercise specialization (Knocked Up Fitness USA), deep dry needling , kinesio taping , and the Mulligan concept. She also undertook specialized training addressing complex sexual pain disorders and pelvic floor dysfunction, reflecting her strong commitment to lifelong learning.

Experience:

Mrs. Safanah Alsaeed has cultivated diverse clinical and teaching experience across healthcare and wellness settings. She began her professional career at King Fahad Medical City, working extensively in oncology and palliative in-patient rehabilitation, as well as musculoskeletal and women’s health out-patient care, she contributed as a part-time physical therapist and yoga instructor at Physionatal Clinic, integrating physiotherapy with holistic practices to support maternal health. she has been practicing at Dr. Soliman Fakeeh Hospital as a part-time physical therapist, delivering specialized interventions for women and general rehabilitation cases. Her academic contributions include serving as a practical instructor at Princess Norah University, teaching biomechanics and women’s health subjects, where she combines theory with hands-on expertise. Additionally, she taught yoga at Contrology Studio. Her career reflects a blend of clinical expertise, patient education, and commitment to empowering women’s health and rehabilitation outcomes.

Awards and Honors:

Mrs. Safanah Alsaeed has been recognized for her contributions to physical therapy, women’s health, and rehabilitation science through invited talks, publications, and professional engagements. She was a featured speaker at the Conference of Physiotherapy, Physical Rehabilitation, and Sports Medicine , held online, where she presented evidence-based approaches to rehabilitation. Earlier, she spoke at the Saudi Physical Therapy Association Conference, sharing clinical insights on patient outcomes and physiotherapy advancements. Her research has been published in reputable international journals such as the Journal of Physical Therapy Science, Frontiers in Immunology, BMC Neurology, and Saudi Medical Journal, reflecting the scholarly recognition of her clinical studies. Several of her works, including research on cancer rehabilitation, depression and anxiety in multiple sclerosis patients, and COVID outcomes in pregnancy, highlight her contribution to advancing medical knowledge. Her role as both a clinician and researcher has earned her acknowledgment as an advocate of evidence-based patient care.

Research Focus:

Mrs. Safanah Alsaeed research interests center on women’s health, oncology rehabilitation, neurology-related disorders, and holistic approaches to patient care. Her studies include investigating the functional outcomes of cancer patients in acute rehabilitation, highlighting the effectiveness of physiotherapy in improving quality of life during oncology treatments. She has contributed to research on fatigue, depression, and anxiety among multiple sclerosis patients, addressing psychosocial dimensions in physical rehabilitation. Her work also examines factors influencing mental health in neurological disorders and proposes integrative solutions. In addition, she co-authored a systematic review on exercise interventions for adults with lymphoma, reinforcing the role of physiotherapy in evidence-based cancer management. During the COVID pandemic, she studied maternal health outcomes in critical care, contributing to national medical knowledge. Her broader research focus integrates physiotherapy, mental health, and preventive strategies, supporting her vision of advancing rehabilitation science and women’s health practices through innovative, patient-centered, and multidisciplinary research approaches

Publication:

Title: Early Mobility for Post-Cardiac Surgery Patients on Vasoactive Medication: A Nurse-Led Quality Improvement Project
Year: 2025

Conclusion:

Mrs. Safanah Alsaeed demonstrates strong academic and clinical research capabilities, with publications addressing pressing healthcare challenges in oncology, neurology, and women’s health. Her dedication to evidence-based practice and her scholarly outputs position her as a suitable candidate for the Research for Best Research Article Award. With further emphasis on international collaborations and high-impact publications, her research career has the potential to achieve even greater global recognition.