Vanesa Bochkezanian

Vanesa Bochkezanian is a Lecturer in Neurological Physiotherapy at CQUniversity's School of Health, Medical and Applied Sciences. She holds a PhD from Edith Cowan University (2017), an MApSc from the University of Sydney (2013), and a BPThy from the University of Buenos Aires. Her research focuses on neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) interventions and rehabilitation strategies for spinal cord injury (SCI) and stroke patients.

Teaching responsibilities include coordinating units like Neurological Physiotherapy and Research Project modules. She emphasizes evidence-based practice and the ICF framework in clinical education. Professional memberships include the International Spinal Cord Society (ISCoS) and Australian and New Zealand Spinal Cord Society (ANZCoS).

• Key Awards: Australia Award Scholarship, SCIA PhD Scholarship, Neurotrauma Research Travel Grant
• Media Engagement: Featured in 7News, WIN News, Edith Cowan University and CQUniversity press releases
• Service Roles: Ethics committee participation, curriculum development, and national/international conference presentations

Research priorities include optimizing electrical stimulation protocols, hand function restoration in SCI, and student-led clinical education models.