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Prof. Marco Y. C. Pang
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Prof. Marco Y. C. Pang

Chair Professor and Head of Department of Rehabilitation Sciences

Biography

Prof. Pang obtained his BSc in Physical Therapy and PhD in Neuroscience from the University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada. Following his doctoral study, he was awarded a post-doctoral fellowship from Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) to conduct stroke rehabilitation research in University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada. His research primarily focuses on geriatric rehabilitation, especially among individuals with stroke and dementia. His research has produced a wealth of publications in highly rated journals. He works closely with frontline rehabilitation practitioners to translate the research findings into community service programs.

Prof. Pang is also enthusiastic in developing new teaching methods. He had received teaching awards from the University of Alberta and the Hong Kong Polytechnic University. He is now teaching in the areas of research methodology and data analysis and lifespan development.

Prof. Pang is currently the President of the Hong Kong Physiotherapy Association and the Editor-in-Chief of the Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal. He is also a member of the Executive Board of the World Confederation for Physical Therapy (WCPT).

Education and Academic Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy, University of Alberta
  • Doctor of Philosophy in Neuroscience, University of Alberta

Research Interests

  • Rehabilitation for individuals with stroke or dementia
  • Therapeutic interventions for preventing falls and improving functioning in older adults

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