Students from the Department of Physiotherapy for Clinical Exposure and Rehabilitation Services Visit to Hawler Teaching Hospital
On Thursday, 5 November 2026, fourth-year students from the Department of Physiotherapy at Cihan University–Erbil participated in an academic clinical field visit to the Physiotherapy Department of Hawler Teaching Hospital under the supervision of Assistant Lecturer Noora Nasraddin Sharif.
Upon arrival, the students were warmly welcomed by Dr. Nabaz Younis Mawlud, who provided an overview of the department’s clinical services, rehabilitation facilities, and the essential role of physiotherapy in hospital-based patient care.
During the visit, the students became familiar with the clinical environment and the various physiotherapy devices and equipment used to assess, treat, and rehabilitate patients with musculoskeletal, neurological, and functional conditions.
Dr. Nabaz Younis Mawlud explained the general functions and therapeutic applications of the available equipment, highlighting the importance of selecting appropriate interventions according to each patient’s clinical condition, functional limitations, and rehabilitation objectives.
The students also gained valuable insight into the role of physiotherapists within multidisciplinary healthcare teams, particularly in supporting patients’ mobility, restoring functional independence, reducing physical limitations, and improving overall quality of life.
Furthermore, the visit emphasized the importance of clinical assessment, professional responsibility, patient safety, and individualized rehabilitation planning in hospital practice.
