Caroline Shaw

Caroline Shaw is a Senior Lecturer in Physiotherapy at St Mary's University and Clinical Team Lead in Acute Paediatric Physiotherapy at St George's Hospital. She holds a BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy from Brunel University (2002) and an MSc module from Imperial College London (2011). Her clinical expertise spans paediatric neuromuscular disorders, critical care, long-term ventilation (LTV), and tracheostomy management. She has led specialist teams in tertiary London hospitals since 2016 and balances clinical work with leadership and education roles.

Education:

• BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy, Brunel University, 2002
• MSc Module, Imperial College London, 2011

Research & Clinical Focus: Caroline specializes in paediatric respiratory care, critical care physiotherapy, non-invasive ventilation, and tracheostomy management. Her work integrates clinical leadership with advancing care standards in neonatal and paediatric settings. She actively contributes to professional networks like the Paediatric AHP LTV and CSP.

Teaching & Leadership: She teaches on physiotherapy and nursing undergraduate programs and manages clinical teams while maintaining a caseload. Her role at St Mary's University reflects her dual commitment to education and clinical practice.

Labs/Teams: Leads clinical teams in acute paediatric physiotherapy and long-term ventilation at St George's Hospital.