معرفی
Dr. Gillian Tabor is a Professor (Reader) in Veterinary Physiotherapy at Hartpury University, leading the MSc Veterinary Physiotherapy programme. With over 25 years as an ACPAT-qualified animal physiotherapist, she bridges clinical practice and academia. Her work focuses on equine biomechanics, rehabilitation, and objective measurement in physiotherapy, informed by her doctoral research on outcome measures in equine therapy. She has held prior roles at Duchy College and holds advanced degrees including a DPhil from the University of the West of England.
Education:
- DPhil (2020): University of the West of England - 'The use of objective measurement in equine physiotherapy and rehabilitation'
- ResM (2015): Equitation Science
- MSc (2002): Veterinary Physiotherapy, Royal Veterinary College
- BSc (1998): Physiotherapy, University of Wales Institute Cardiff
Research Interests: Her studies emphasize equine movement assessment, pain management, saddle-related biomechanics, and practitioner safety. Key innovations include developing the Equine Quality of Movement Score and investigating percussive therapy effects. She collaborates globally on equine and canine rehabilitation projects.
Professional Recognition:
- Recipient of ACPAT Member of the Year (2017)
- Over 17 professional engagements including conference presentations and invited lectures
