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Dr. Durga Sankar Suar , MOT

Assistant Professor

College of Occupational Therapy

9778679493

Total Experience 

4.5 Years (2 Years Teaching, 2.5 Yrs Clinical)

AREA OF INTERSET

Neurorehabilitation, Neurodegenerative Disorders, Ageing, Assistive Technology, AI and Robotics in Occupational Therapy

course handled


UG 

  • Theoretical foundation in Occupational Therapy, 
  • Fundamentals for Occupational Therapy Practice
  • Occupational Therapy Assessment and Intervention,
  • Biomechanics and Applied Anatomy
  • Occupational Therapy in Orthopedics and Neurology, 
  • Occupational Therapy in Pediatrics
  • Occupational Therapy in Rehabilitation

PG 

  • Professional Skills in Occupational Therapy, 
  • Theoretical Concepts in Treatment Approaches and Models in Occupational Therapy 
  • Research Methodology in Occupational Therapy


  • Publication details

    Sahu C, Suar DS, Padhan S. Client-centered management of adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder: an occupational therapy approach. International Journal of Community Medicine and Public Health [Internet]. 2024 Nov 29;11(12):5049–56. :  https://doi.org/10.18203/2394-6040.ijcmph20243676 (Copernicus Indexed)


    A Sumathi ,Durga Sankar Suar, Dr Senthil K Nathan (2024) Application Of Graph Theory In The Success Of Managing Hospitals -A Critical Analysis. : https://www.researchgate.net/publication/385890973_Application_Of_Graph_Theory_In_The_Success_Of_Managing_Hospitals_-A_Critical_Analysis (Scopus Indexed )


    Devaraj S, Suresh S, Suar DS. Silent Struggle: Analyzing and Comprehending Depression among Rehabilitated Spinal Cord Injured Patients - A Pilot Study. Asian Journal of Applied Science and Technology [Internet]. 2024 Jan 1;08(03):104–11. Available from: https://doi.org/10.38177/ajast.2024.8310 (Copernicus Indexed)


    National Conferences:


    Durga Sankar Suar, U Ganapathy Sankar. “Effect of Action Observation Therapy on Upper extremity Function and Activities of Daily Living in Patients with Sub-Acute Stroke” In 2024 Research Day 24, SRMIST, Kattankulathur.

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  • Responsibilities Held

    • Academic Coordinator
    • Institutional Research Coordinator
    • Class Advisor for BOT and MOT 
    • Campus Life Coordinator for 2022 to 2024
    • University ERP Coordinator
    • NAAC and IQAC Coordinator 
    • Subject incharge for BOT and MOT

  • Awards and Achievements

    • NPTEL on Stress Management (Aug- Sep, 2024) ELITE + Silver Achiever by SWAYAM NPTEL
    • Award of Presentation of Research Paper on Research Day 24 by SRMIST, Kattankulathur
    • NPTEL on Teaching and Learning  in General Programs (Jan-March, 2024) ELITE Achiever by SWAYAM NPTEL
    • Obtained 'A' Grade from UGC­ Approved Short­ Term Professional Development Programme “Implementation of NEP­2020 for University and College Teachers” Under Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya National Mission on Teachers and Teaching.
    • Certificate of Appreciation on Delivering a Guest Lecture “Advancing Rehabilitation Strategies for Individuals with Sickle Cell Anaemia” Organised by CRC Sikkim, NIEPVD, DEPwD, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India.

  • Workshops / Seminars

    • UGC­ Approved Short­Term Professional Development Programme Under Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya National Mission on Teachers and Teaching “Implementation of NEP ­2020 for University and College Teachers’ held from 12­ to 20 June, 2023 With 'A' Grade.
    • Attended national Level Seminar and Workshop – Hybrid Mode on Topic of  “Shifting perspective awareness session on Disability and Assistive Technology” Organized by SRIHER, Chennai
    • Attended National Level Seminar on Art of Scientific Writing organised by National Institute for Locomotor Disabilities (Divyangjan), Kolkata.
    • Attended National Level Seminar on Entrepreneurship in Occupational Therapy organised by Swami Vivekanand National Institute of Rehabilitation Training and Research, Cuttack.
    • Attended national Level Seminar Promoting Low Vision Rehabilitation : OT Perspective” Organized by SRIHER, Chennai
    • Attended One Week Faculty Development Program on Energizing Sustainability through Renewable Energy Systems” Organized by SKIT, Jaipur.
    • Attended Webinar on Fitness and Disability CRC Davangere, NIEPID, Govt of India.
    • Attended National Level Seminar on Occupational Therapy Role in Driving & Community Mobility on 27th October 2023 organised by CRC Davangere, NIEPID, Govt of India.
    • Attended National Level Workshop on General Paper on Teaching and Research Aptitude organised by Global Institute of Statistical Solutions.
    • Attended 2 Days Hands on Workshop on Application of Kinesio Taping as Adjunct to Occupational Therapy Intervention from 12-13 August 2024 organised by Swami Vivekanand National Institute of Rehabilitation Training and Research, Cuttack.
    • Attended National Level Workshop on Research Methodology and funding Proposals organised by Care College of Engineering.
    • Attended 1 Month Research Training from 8th October to 8th November 2024 by MSME-Technology Development Centre(PPDC) Govt. of India.
    • Attended Hands on Workshop and Simulation on “Sensory Integration Therapy and Real Life Challenges” Organised by Arati Developmental Centre 
    • Attended National Level Hands On Workshop on “Industrial Rehabilitation and Ergonomic Assessment skills” organised by National Institute for Locomotor Disabilities (Divyangjan), Kolkata.
    • Attended International Seminar on E- Tools for Research : Hands on Practice from 9-10 August 2024 organised by  KSR College of Engineering.

    Organized

    • Organized a Two-day  National Conference and Workshop on Hand Splinting on 5th & 6th May 2024
    • Organized Continuing Occupational Therapy Education on Advances in Paediatric and Geriatric Rehabilitation 0n 9th Feb 2024.
    • Organized Continuing Occupational Therapy Education on Challenges in Handwriting Development.
    • Organised Continuing Occupational Therapy Education on Scope of Occupational Therapy Practice in Australia. 

    Conference 

    • Attended International Conference as a Delegate in 10th Annual Conference organised by Indian Association of Cerebral Palsy.
    • Participated in the 52nd Annual International Conference organised by All India Association of Occupational Therapy.
    • Participated in 1st and 2nd International Conference on Autism Organised by SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Kattankulathur.


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  • Work Experience

    Academic Experience:

    • Assistant Professor, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu (12 December 2022 to till Now)

    Clinical Experience:

    • Occupational Therapist - Arati Developmental Center -  (26th June 2018 - 25th June 2019)
    • Professional Trainee (Occupational Therapy) - National Institute for Locomotor Disabilities (Divyangajans) - (26th June 2019 - 26th Dec 2019 
    • Occupational Therapist - Dyslexia Association of Telangana, Total Solutions - (1st Jan 2020 - 31st Aug 2020)

  • Memberships

    • All India Occupational Therapists Association (AIOTA)  Life Membership No : L - 5982/2021
    • Academic Council of Occupational Therapy  Registration No : A - 06824

  • Funded Projects

    • Academic Coordinator
    • Institutional Research Coordinator
    • Class Advisor for BOT and MOT 
    • Campus Life Coordinator for 2022 to 2024
    • University ERP Coordinator
    • NAAC and IQAC Coordinator 
    • Subject incharge for BOT and MOT

Education Details