Udaipur, Rajasthan | A proud moment for Pacific University, Udaipur, as Dr. Shubham Menaria (PT), Coordinator and Assistant Professor at the Pacific Institute of Physiotherapy, has been recognised as an ‘International Physiotherapy Icon’ by PhysioTimes for his notable contributions to the field of physiotherapy in India and abroad.

The honour was conferred under PhysioTimes’ special series “Prerna Se Prabhav Tak” (From Inspiration to Impact), which celebrates professionals making a meaningful difference in healthcare.

A specialist in neuro-rehabilitation, Dr. Menaria has established himself as a researcher, educator and public health advocate. With more than 30 research papers published in national and international journals, his work reflects a strong commitment to advancing evidence-based physiotherapy.

What sets his work apart is his focus on taking rehabilitation beyond the clinic. Through initiatives in tele-rehabilitation and community healthcare, Dr. Menaria has worked to make quality physiotherapy services accessible to patients living in rural and remote areas—bringing professional care closer to where people live.

“Our goal is to ensure that research does not remain confined to books, but reaches patients directly. To take physiotherapy to every section of society, we must harness technology and the power of community collaboration,” Dr. Menaria said.

The recognition has been warmly welcomed by the leadership and faculty of Pacific University, who described the honour as a moment of pride not only for Dr. Menaria, but also for the institution and Rajasthan.

Dr. Menaria’s recognition highlights a larger transformation underway in physiotherapy—where research meets technology, rehabilitation reaches communities, and healthcare becomes more accessible to all.