Who Dr. François Desmeules is a physiotherapist with a Ph.D. in epidemiology. He holds the position of Full Professor at the University of Montreal’s School of Rehabilitation in Canada. There, he oversees the advanced practice physiotherapy programs and teaches subjects including evidence-based practice, health services organization, and musculoskeletal physiotherapy clinical practice.In addition to his academic responsibilities, Dr. Desmeules practices as a clinician in primary care, treating patients with various musculoskeletal conditions.His research is conducted at the Orthopaedic Clinical Research Unit of the Centre de recherche de l’Hôpital Maisonneuve-Rosemont (CRHMR). 

The main themes of his research are: 
1. Evaluating and implementing new professional roles for physiotherapists, including advanced practice physiotherapy. 
2. Assessing the effectiveness of orthopaedic and physiotherapy treatments, particularly for shoulder, hip, and knee disorders. 
3. Developing prediction and diagnostic tools for the diagnosis of various musculoskeletal disorders and identification of patients potentially at risk for persistent pain and disability.
4. Developing systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and the creation of clinical practice guidelines. Dr. Desmeules has authored over a hundred articles in peer-reviewed international journals. 
He has been recognized by the Quebec Provincial College (OPPQ) with the title of Fellow of the OPPQ and has received the FRQS Senior Researcher Award. Episode Takeaways

• What is advanced practice physiotherapy?
• Are PTs qualified diagnosticians in the ED?
• What is the future of ED PT?
• What you need to do to be at the top of your scope.

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