Devashish Tiwari

Devashish Tiwari is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy within the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at the MGH Institute of Health Professions. With over 10 years of clinical experience in Neurologic and Pediatric Physical Therapy, Dr. Tiwari brings both academic expertise and practical knowledge to his role.

Dr. Tiwari's educational background includes:

• Bachelor of Physiotherapy from Ravi Nair College of Physiotherapy, Maharashtra, India
• Master of Physiotherapy with specialization in Neurology and Pediatrics from Manipal University, India
• Transitional Doctorate (t-DPT) in Physical Therapy from University of Michigan-Flint
• Post Professional Certificate in Neurologic Physical Therapy from University of Michigan-Flint
• Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Physical Therapy from University of Michigan-Flint

Dr. Tiwari is a certified clinical specialist in Neurology (NCS) from the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS). His research primarily focuses on pediatric concussion and the development and validation of outcome measures in brain injury. His work bridges clinical practice with research to improve assessment and treatment protocols for children and adolescents with neurological conditions.

Analysis of Dr. Tiwari's publications reveals a consistent emphasis on pediatric concussion management across multiple dimensions including dizziness assessment, cervical spine impairments, interdisciplinary return-to-play protocols, and telehealth applications during the pandemic. His work demonstrates strong integration of the International Classification of Functioning framework with practical clinical assessment tools.

Dr. Tiwari's scholarly contributions span neurology, pediatrics, and rehabilitation science with particular attention to measurement properties and clinical application of assessment tools for children and adolescents with neurological conditions.

With over a decade of clinical experience in neurologic and pediatric physical therapy, Dr. Tiwari integrates his practical knowledge with academic instruction. His research program focuses on practical applications of assessment tools in clinical settings, particularly for pediatric concussion management and brain injury rehabilitation.

While specific laboratory information isn't detailed in available materials, Dr. Tiwari's work suggests active collaboration across disciplines including neurology, pediatrics, physical therapy, and occupational therapy to address complex issues in concussion management and outcome measurement.