Dr. Yashwanth S.P. is an enthusiastic and accomplished Occupational Therapy professional, currently serving as Assistant Professor at the Sri Ramachandra Faculty of Occupational Therapy, SRIHER. With a specialization in Hand and Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation and a certification in Ergonomics (CEAS), he brings expertise in areas such as hand and orthopedic rehabilitation, assistive and adaptive technology, splinting, ergonomics, industrial rehabilitation, Oncology & palliative Care etc.,
He serves as the Clinical Incharge of the Hand & MSK Rehab OPD and the Oncology OT Unit, contributing to advanced clinical services while mentoring future therapists. Passionate about innovation, Dr. Yashwanth has worked on the design and development of gamified hand rehabilitation devices and integrates technology into patient care, including virtual reality and adaptive tools.
He is a life member of AIOTA, TNAIOTA, and the Society of Hand Therapists, India, and has received numerous awards, including the Best Outgoing Student Award and Professional Excellence Award. His mission is to advance occupational therapy through compassionate care, research, and technology-driven interventions.
I am passionate about occupational therapy, particularly in hand rehabilitation, adaptive assistive technology, and virtual reality for sports rehabilitation. I am also deeply interested in oncology and palliative care, aiming to support individuals in improving function, comfort, and quality of life through innovative, client-centered therapeutic approaches across diverse clinical settings.
Received “PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE AWARD” from Sri Ramachandra
Faculty of Occupational Therapy, SRIHER (DU) for my professional contributions during
my undergraduation & Postgraduation.
Received “APPRECIATION AWARD” from Tamil Nadu All India Occupational
Therapists’ Association for being the Fundraiser during COVID-19.
Received “INTERNATIONAL KALAM WORLD RECORD AWARDS” for writing
a book on Marvels of Occupational Therapy.
Recipient of “Best Outgoing Student Award” from Tamil Nadu All India Occupational
Therapists’ Association.
Life membership in All India Occupational Therapists` Association (AIOTA,
WFOT), Membership no: – L- 6468/2022.
Life Membership in Tamil Nadu All India Occupational Therapists` Association
TNAIOTA: L- 954/23.
Life Membership in Society of Hand Therapist, India. L – 214/2024