Abdelhaleim Mustafa Basher Subani
Department head word
The Department of Physiotherapy at the Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Gharyan, is a specialized academic department concerned with qualifying healthcare professionals in the field of physiotherapy. The department aims to provide high-quality theoretical and practical education that meets the needs of the Libyan community and the regional healthcare sector.
The department was officially established in the academic year 2024–2025, with the goal of preparing competent physiotherapy specialists capable of delivering distinguished physiotherapy services in hospitals, clinics, and healthcare centers, in accordance with recognized scientific and professional standards.
Head of the Physiotherapy Department
Mr. Abdulhalim Mustafa Al-Shaibani
Description
The Department of Physiotherapy follows a four-year academic study program, followed by a one-year internship (Clinical Internship Year), aiming to equip students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to practice physiotherapy efficiently.
Currently, the department has 18 enrolled students, due to its recent establishment, which allows for an optimal educational environment characterized by close academic supervision and high-quality training.
Vision
To become one of the leading and strongest academic physiotherapy programs in Libya, recognized locally and regionally for excellence in education, scientific research, and patient care in the field of physiotherapy.
Mission
The Department of Physiotherapy is committed to graduating qualified physiotherapists who demonstrate:
-High scientific and professional competence.
The ability to assess patients and implement therapeutic interventions according to international standards.
-The application of advanced scientific research methods in professional practice.
-Community service through health education, treatment, and appropriate healthcare delivery
Goals
1. To provide distinguished education in the foundations and practices of physiotherapy.
2. To develop students’ practical skills through training in real clinical environments.
3. To promote scientific research in the field of physiotherapy to improve professional practice.
4. To prepare graduates capable of addressing health challenges within the Libyan community.
5. To strengthen collaboration with hospitals and healthcare centers to deliver effective physiotherapy services.
6. To raise public awareness of the importance of physiotherapy in prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation.