Dr. Priyanka Rishi
Assistant Professor

Dr. Priyanka Rishi is an accomplished physiotherapist with over 12 years of experience,
excelling in clinical practice, academic leadership, and innovation. She serves as an Associate
Professor and the Head of the Departments for Master of Physiotherapy in Orthopaedics and
Obstetrics-Gynaecology at SGT University. Additionally, she holds the position of Deputy
Director at the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), where she contributes significantly to
institutional quality enhancement. Dr. Rishi specializes in musculoskeletal physiotherapy,
non-invasive pelvic floor rehabilitation, and diabetes education, focusing on evidence-based
practices and innovative treatment methodologies to improve patient outcomes.
Dr. Rishi’s contributions to physiotherapy extend to intellectual property, with copyrights and
patents in the field, highlighting her commitment to advancing healthcare innovation. She is
also actively enhancing her pedagogical expertise through Level 3 UK Education training,
aiming to bring global teaching standards and methodologies to her academic endeavors.
A dedicated researcher, Dr. Rishi has authored approximately 40 research papers in esteemed
journals and is frequently invited as a keynote speaker and panelist at national and
international conferences. Her expertise and interdisciplinary approach have earned her
numerous prestigious awards for clinical excellence, research contributions, and academic
leadership.
Dr. Rishi’s work is characterized by a passion for fostering innovation, mentoring students,
and driving continuous improvement in clinical and educational settings. At SGT University,
she continues to inspire and empower future healthcare professionals while contributing
meaningfully to the fields of physiotherapy and healthcare.
Teaching Interests
- Musculoskeletal-Physiotherapy and Women Health
Research Interests
- Musculoskeletal problems and their rehabilitation
- Postpartum recovery and rehabilitation strategies
- Women's health, including pelvic floor dysfunction and related issues
- Evidence-based approaches to physiotherapy practice
