User:Naomi O'Reilly
About Me
I graduated from the Royal College of Surgeons, Ireland with a BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy in 2013 and completed my MSc Advanced Paediatrics at University College London in 2024. I have come to Physiotherapy following a career in Sport spanning over 20 years, working predominantly in the field of Paralympic Sport, with a particular love for Wheelchair Rugby. I currently work in Paediatric Primary Care in a community setting with children from 0 - 17 years.
Education
- 2020 - 2024 MSc Advanced Paediatrics with Distinction, University College London, UK
- Thesis: Exploration of Current Provision of Therapy Services for Symptomatic Hypermobility within a Paediatric Primary Care Setting
- 2010 - 2013 BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy with Clinical Distinction, Royal College of Surgeons, IRE
- 2007 - 2008 MSc Adapted Physical Activity (EMMAPA), University of Limerick, IRE & Katolieke Universiteit Leuven, BEL
- Thesis: Female Participation at the Paralympic Games; An Irish Story
- 2006 - 2007 Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching & Learning (PE, Health & Biology), University of Canterbury, NZ
- 1997 - 1998 Postgradute Papers Adapted Physical Activity, Katolieke Universiteit Leuven, BEL
- 1993 - 1996 BSc (Hons) Sport Science & Administration, Nottingham Trent University, UK
Professional Registration
CORU Registration PT027663
Professional Affiliations
Member Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists (ISCP), Member Number 6017
Member ISCP Chartered Physiotherapists in Paediatrics (CPP)
Allied Member Association of Paediatric Chartered Physiotherapists
Committee Memberships
ISCP Chartered Physiotherapist in Paediatrics (CPP) - Committee Member
Awards
2020 Physiopedia March Top Contributor
2020 Physiopedia Global Impact Award
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Conference Workshops
2026 ISCP Conference - ‘Evolving Practice, Enduring Purpose: The Next 25 Years of Physiotherapy ‘. Clinical Application of the 2023 Diagnostic Framework for Paediatric Joint Hypermobility through case discuss and clinical reflection. Presenters: Susan Ward, Edel Carberry and Naomi O'Reilly.
2025 APCP Conference - Igniting and Inspiring Excellence - improving outcomes for every child. "Empowering Play: Integrating Disability Sport into Paediatric Physiotherapy Practice". Presenter: Naomi O'Reilly.
Poster Presentations
2025 APCP Conference - Igniting and Inspiring Excellence - improving outcomes for every child. Exploration of Current Provision of Therapy Services for Children with Symptomatic Joint Hypermobility in Ireland. Authors: Naomi O’Reilly, Dr Susan Ward, Professor Jane Simmonds.
2022 ISCP Conference and Irish Global Health Network Conference on Humanity and Health: Global Imbalance and Social Inclusion. CPIHD Offers Solidarity (via the SDGs) in the Realm of International Health and Development. Authors: CPIHD Committee Members - Maca Hourihane, Sarah Burke, Fiona Craven, Anna Hogan, David Kennedy, Ailis O’Dea, Naomi O’Reilly, Claire O’Reilly, Rachel O’Reilly, Cliona O’Sullivan, Mary Owens. Presented by Maca Hourihane.
2021 World Physiotherapy Congress. Five Years of Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs): Trends in Global Learner Engagement in Physiotherapy Practice. Authors: Dr. Nicole Beamish, Amanda Ager, Karen Wilson, Naomi O’Reilly & Rachael Lowe. Presented by Naomi O’Reilly.
2021 ISCP Conference. The Relevance of the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Agenda 2030 for CPIHD Activities. Authors: CPIHD Committee Members - Maca Hourihane, Sarah Burke, Fiona Craven, Anna Hogan, David Kennedy, Romy Madden, Ailis O’Dea, Claire O’Reilly, Naomi O’Reilly, Cliona O’Sullivan, Mary Owens. Presented by Maca Hourihane.
2021 ISCP Conference. The CPIHD Podcast - Planning, Producing & Presenting. Authors: Sarah Burke, Fiona Craven, Anna Hogan, Maca Hourihane, David Kennedy, Romy Madden, Ailis O’Dea, Claire O’Reilly, Naomi O’Reilly, Cliona O’Sullivan, Mary Owens. Presented by Sarah Burke.
2018 7th Annual Quality & Patient Safety Meeting. An Investigation into the Effect of Intern Education on Appropriate Physiotherapy Referrals. Authors: Liam Hogan, Ruth McGuinness, Sarah Nolan, Naomi O’Reilly and Claire Prendergast
Publications
Cunningham S, O’Reilly N, Lowe R, Pryor W, Bachani AM. Exploring the influence of a massive open online course (MOOC) for preparing rehabilitation professionals to meet the needs of forcibly displaced persons. BMC Medical Education. 2024 Oct 22;24(1):1183.
O'Reilly, Naomi (2001). Introduction to Coaching Athletes with a Disability; Hillary Commission, Wellington, New Zealand
Connect with Me
Connect with me on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/naomioreilly