V. V. Manjula Kumari
V.V. Manjula Kumari is a highly accomplished professional with over 19 years of experience in physical therapy and healthcare management. Serving as a CEO and senior consultant physical therapist, she has demonstrated expertise in both clinical practice and strategic leadership. Her professional journey is marked by a commitment to excellence and a deep dedication to advancing healthcare standards. As a testament to her expertise and recognition in her field, Manjula Kumari holds prestigious memberships and affiliations. She is a full member of Sigma Xi, showcasing her commitment to scientific research and advancement. Additionally, she holds fellowships in esteemed organizations such as the Royal Society of Arts, the Royal Society of Medicine, and the Royal Society for Public Health, highlighting her contributions to the interdisciplinary landscape of healthcare. She is a Fellow of the Royal Society for Public Health (FRSPH). Moreover, her affiliations with organizations like the International Association of Physiotherapists (IAP), American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE), American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), and Women's Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (WICCI) underscore her global outlook and collaborative approach to healthcare.
Early Life and Education
V.V. Manjula Kumari, hailing from Nellore, embarked on her academic journey at SIMS College of Physiotherapy in Guntur, where she pursued both her undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) studies in physiotherapy. It was during this formative period that she laid the foundation for her career in healthcare, gaining comprehensive knowledge and practical experience in the field of physical therapy. Driven by a passion for advancing her expertise, Manjula Kumari further pursued higher education abroad. She earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from the University of Montana in the United States. Continuing her quest for academic excellence, she attained her Ph.D. from the International Institute of Cambodia for University Teaching (IICUT), Cambodia. Moreover, Manjula Kumari's academic pursuits extended to management education, as evidenced by her completion of the Advanced Leadership Program in Developing Excellence (ALPDE) from the prestigious Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Lucknow. This program likely equipped her with valuable leadership and managerial skills necessary for navigating the complex landscape of healthcare administration and strategic planning. Throughout her educational journey, spanning from her early years in Nellore to her international studies in the United States and Cambodia, Manjula Kumari exhibited a steadfast commitment to academic excellence and professional growth. Her diverse educational background undoubtedly played a pivotal role in shaping her into the accomplished healthcare professional and leader she is today.
Professional Experience
VARANAA’S Healthcare Research and Training Organization LLP, Nellore, Andhra Pradesh India. CEO| Director of Healthcare Operations
(2020-present)
In her capacity as CEO, Director of Healthcare Operations, and Chief Physical Therapist, Manjula Kumari served as a cornerstone of the organization, driving strategic initiatives and fostering growth in a rapidly evolving landscape. Recognizing the need for adaptability and resilience, she spearheaded strategic planning efforts aimed at developing scalable processes and streamlining financial management to ensure the organization's sustainability. Manjula Kumari's strategic foresight was instrumental in expanding the business trajectory of Varanaa's Healthcare. Leveraging her expertise in marketing and sales strategies, she devised robust approaches to enhance customer reach and credibility, particularly in global markets. By defining key performance indicators (KPIs) and generating analytical reports, she effectively measured performance and guided decision-making processes to navigate the challenges imposed by COVID-19 restrictions. In an innovative move to sustain client engagement and retention, Manjula Kumari initiated an online learning conclave, providing valuable educational resources and support to clients remotely. This initiative not only reinforced the organization's commitment to client care but also contributed to its resilience and growth in the face of adversity. Furthermore, Manjula Kumari's commitment to excellence extended to clinical practice, where she curated physical therapy protocols tailored to meet the needs of clinical patients and non-surgical weight loss cases, adhering to stringent standards set by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Through her visionary leadership, strategic acumen, and unwavering dedication to advancing healthcare standards, Manjula Kumari has played a pivotal role in driving the success and sustainability of Varana's Healthcare Research and Training Organization LLP, setting a benchmark for excellence in the industry. KIITES Simming, Physiotherapy, and Cosmetology Clinics, Guntur, Andra Pradesh, India. Executive Director of Health Services Institution
(2012 – 2020)
As the Executive Director of Health Services Institution at KIITES Clinics, She led transformative initiatives aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, patient care, and community wellness.
• Established robust financial and administrative controls, defining protocols and objectives for streamlined operations. • Implemented resource allocation strategies to optimize material, human, and financial resources. • Cultivated strong patient relationships and collaborated with affiliate therapists to develop
Achievements
• Treated over 7,500 obese patients in a single clinic within five years and six months, surpassing organizational expectations. • Earned multiple national and international awards, including two world records for innovative obesity management. • Conceptualized and executed wellness programs, increasing community awareness through promotional campaigns and interactive media.
Contributions to Women's Health
• Assisted women with postpartum depression, offering support for weight maintenance and lifestyle adjustments. • Delivered personalized counseling and nutritional advice to promote balanced diets and physical activity. • Throughout my tenure, I remained committed to advancing healthcare services, promoting wellness, and empowering individuals to lead healthier lives. SIMS College of Physiotherapy, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India Clinical In-Charge of Physiotherapy OPD | Lecturer (2004 – 2012) At SIMS College of Physiotherapy, she played a pivotal role in delivering exceptional patient care and imparting knowledge to future physiotherapists.
Clinical Expertise
• Supported the implementation of patient care programs and devised individualized interventions to facilitate client progress. • Conducted assessments and administered physiotherapies to improve body movements, muscle strength, and alleviate pain. • Specialized in treating patients with swelling, pain, and stiff joints, employing manipulation and mobilization techniques.
Patient Management
• Collaborated with patients to develop graded exercise regimens tailored to their specific needs and goals. • Maintained detailed case notes and reports to keep senior doctors informed about patient progress and treatment outcomes.
Specialized Treatments
• Administered additional treatments for patients affected by cerebrovascular accidents, multiple sclerosis, spinal cord lesions, and motor neuron diseases, demonstrating expertise in managing complex cases. • Throughout my tenure at SIMS College of Physiotherapy, I remained dedicated to advancing patient care, nurturing future professionals, and contributing to the field of physiotherapy through clinical excellence and education.
Professional Development
CME Workshop on Manual Therapy Concepts Manual Therapy Foundation of India ǀ IAP Andhra Pradesh Branch CME Workshop on Interventional Orthopedics – The Future is Now Regen Ortho Sport, Hyderabad, India
Affiliations
- Full member ǀ Sigma Xi, the scientific research honour society, USA
- Fellow ǀ The Royal Society Of Arts (FRSA), UK
- Fellow Member ǀ he Royal Society Of Medicine, RSM (UK)
- International Member ǀ American Association of Physical Therapists (APTA)
- Member ǀ American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE)
- Fellow ǀ Fellow of Royal Society for Public Health (FRSPH), UK
- Fellowship ǀ Medical Cosmetology FMC – Institute of Laser and Aesthetic Medicine; University of Greifswald, Germany
- Lifetime Member ǀ Indian Association of Physiotherapists (IAP) Member of World PHYSIOTHERAPY (WCPT) –
Registration #L11374
- Professional Member ǀ Global Outreach Medical and Health Association – Registration #GOMHA/0000/IN/0050
- Lifetime Member ǀ International Health and Fitness Association. Registration #IHFA18587
- Global Fellowship ǀ Rex Karmaveer – ICONGO and UN, Noida, India
- Member ǀ All Ladies League (ALL), India
- Member ǀ Women India Chamber of Commerce and Industry (WICCI)
- President ǀ Health and Fitness Council, WICCI, Andhra Pradesh State, India
Publications
1. V. V. Manjula Kumari, “KalaSarovar Importance of Physical Therapy for Treating Obesity and Increase Endurance,” UGC Care Group-1 Journal, Vol-24, 2021, ISSN: 0975-4520. 2. Dr. V.V. Manjula Kumari, “Weight Loss Protocols in Post–Menopausal Women with Osteoarthritis Knee using Non-Surgical Weight Loss Procedures,” Physiotherapy 2020 – Journal of Osteoporosis and Physical Activity, Bangkok, TH, ISSN 2329-9509. 3. V. V. Manjula Kumari, “Impact of a comprehensive approach in conservative management of obesity and obesity-induced depression – An experimental study,” Proc of the Int Conf on E-Commerce, Econometrics, Legal studies, Journalism, and Social Sciences 2019, 103–106, ISBN 978-93-86435-85-9. 4. V. V. Manjula Kumari, "Priorities & Challenges For Health Leadership & Workforce Management Globally: A Rapid Review, Journal Of Education Rabindra Bharati University, Vol-XXIV, No: 1 (V), 2022 ISSN : 0972-7175. UGC CARE Approved, Peer Reviewed & referred Journal. 5. V. V. Manjula Kumari, "Healthcare Competition, Strategic Mission & Patient Satisfaction: Research model & Prepositions", Journal of Education Rabindra Bharati University, Vol-24, No: 1 (V), 2022, UGC CARE Approved, Peer reviewed & referred Journal 6. V. V. Manjula Kumari, "Leading the Future of Healthcare Strategies For the New Era" Published by Prashas Research Consulting Pvt. Ltd., October 202, ISBN: 978-81-19759-79-8. 7. Manjula Kumari VV, Kauser S, Jaffery MB, Karmakar S, Mokhtari D. Rehabilitation for lumbar pain: A comprehensive review on addressing pain and enhancing function in both acute and chronic situations. Southeast Asian J Health Prof 2024;7(1):6-10.
https://doi.org/10.18231/j.sajhp.2024.002
AWARDS
• Face Of Bharat Award 2024 | Inovative Artist Welfare Association, 20 March 2024, Mumbai
• Female Inovative Leader In Healthcare | The C Connects, Inovative Company Awards, 27 March 2024, Hydrabad
• Great Achievers Award 2023 | Inovative Artist Welfare Association, Dec 2023 Mumbai
• Karmaveer Chakra Award Rex Karmaveer Global Fellowship & Karmaveer Chakra Award (Silver) | ICONGO & UN Nov 2023
• Remarkable Contribution To the Profession Award | The Indian Association of Physiotherapist, 6 Aug 2023
• Outstanding Physiotherapist Of the Year| Global Outreach Healthcare Awards, 8 April 2023
• India's 100 Future Leaders | Glantor News, Feb 2023
• Exceptional Women Of Excellence Award | WEF, 27 Dec 2022
• Pride Of India Award | Sociallypoint Foundation, Delhi, Dec 2022
• Dynamic CEO Of the Year 2022 | Icons Of Asia , Delhi, 28 May 2022
• visionary Women Of The Year Award 2022 | Global Outreach Healthcare Award , April 2022
• Certifcate Of Excellence | Lead india, Inc (USA) 8 March 2022
• Women Change Maker Award 2022 | Hypedge Media 8 March 2022
• Inspiring Women CEO in Andhra Pradesh – Healthcare Management Category | Business Mint Awards, Hyderabad, 11/2021
• Excellent Contribution in Society as a Healthcare Professional ǀ Rashtriya Gaurav Top 30 Icon Awards– Golden Era Events, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India, 11/2021
• Global Women Achievers Award ǀ Global Triumph Foundation, Virtual Edition, 10/2021
• World Excellency Business Award ǀ IAWA, Virtual Edition, 9/2021
• Indian Achievers Award for CEO ǀ Organization, Virtual Edition, 9/2021
• International Women Icon Award ǀ International Women World Records & Awards, Virtual Edition, 8/2021
• Proud Indian Women Iconic Healthcare Researcher of the Year Award ǀ Ratnaprasad Multidisciplinary Research and • Educational Society, Vijayawada, India, 8/2021
• Iconic International Women Award ǀ SDP IAWA, Virtual Edition, 4/2021
• Nari Shakti Award ǀ VVogues, Hyderabad, India, 3/2021
• Youth Icon Virat Award ǀ Sports Connect – Indian Association of Physiotherapist, Virtual Edition, 2/2021
• Rashtriya Chikitsa Samman Puraskar Medal ǀ NARF, New Delhi, India, 2/2021
• Doctor’s Excellency Icon Award ǀ Geniuses World Records, Virtual Edition, 7/2020
• India Star Golden Award ǀ India Star Book of Records, Virtual Edition, 6/2020
• Iconic Woman Creating a Better World for All Award ǀ Woman Economic Forum, Bangalore, India, 6/2020
• Exceptional Woman of Excellence Award – Entrepreneur and Director ǀ Women Economic Forum, Cairo, Egypt, 3/2020
• Lifetime Achievement Award ǀ Way Foundation – Savitri Bai Phule Jayanthi in Puttur Celebration, Hyderabad, India, 1/2020
• Swamy Vivekananda’s Eminent Person of 2019 National Award ǀ Sri Manikireddi Health Care Foundation, Hyderabad, 1/2020
• Award Winner ǀ South India Women Achievers Awards – Syrafills Media, Chennai, India, 12/2019
• Award Winner ǀ Indian Health Professional Awards – Smile Nation, Pune, India, 12/2019
• Karmaveer Chakra Award ǀ ICONGO and UN, Noida, India, 11/2019
• Hind Gaurav Award ǀ Global Institute of Alternate Science, Dehli, India, 10/2019
• Physiotherapy Prestige Award ǀ The Royal Orthopedic Hospital & Sports Injury Center – World Physiotherapy Day Celebrations, Jaipur, India, 9/2019
• International Award – Non-Surgical Management of Obesity ǀ Way Foundation and STE Society, Hyderabad, India, 9/2019
• Best Physiotherapist Award ǀ THERACON-19, Coimbatore, India, 8/2019
• Best Presentation Award and Eminent Physiotherapist in Obesity Management Award – Presented Research Paper
• (please see publications) ǀ IMRF, Malaysia University, and UNESCO International Conference, Malaysia, 8/2019
Conferences and Presentations
• Jury Member - Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Services, Online - 2020 to 2024
• Jury Member - Stevie Awards for Women in Business, Online - 2020 to 2023
• Best Speaker - Diabetes and Medicare Expo conference in Chicago, USA.
• Scientific committee member - SciTech series conferences, London.
• Abstract Reviewer – World Physiotherapy Congress-2023
• Chair – e-poster sessions in World Physiotherapy Congress-2023 @Dubai
• Reviewer - Journal of Women’s &Pelvic Health Physical therapy, USA
• Speaker - Impulse 2023 - Interaction of External Ecosystem & Techniques of Adaptability to Enhance Sports Performance &Injury Prevention, Jaipur - Jan 2023
• Speaker - SCITECH Series - Diabetes & Non-Surgical Obesity Treatments. May 2023, Chicago , USA
• Speaker - Maharashtra Institute Of Physiotherapy , Non-Surgical Obesity Protocols For Patients With Osteoporosis. Sept 2023
• Speaker - SCITECH Series - Women Entrepreneurship. Oct 2023, Montreal, Canada
• Participant: First-ever 55-hour Global Conference on Healthcare Advancements – Surviving to Thriving of Healthcare Business on RE-bounce – 5/2021
• Participant: First-ever 55-hour Global Conference on Healthcare Advancements – Surviving to Thriving of Healthcare Business on RE-bounce – 5/2021
• Participant: Strategic Approach to Healthcare Management in COVID 19 – Online/Virtual for IAP Women Cell – 3/2021
• Speaker – International Sports Conference, Hyderabad– 1/2019
• Workshop Host – Dynamic Taping, Guntur– 2/2019
• Speaker – Sports Conference by IARH and APOLLO Hospitals, Chennai, India – 2/2019
• Significant Contribution Award ǀ Indian Association of Physiotherapists, 4/2019
• Young Researcher’s Award ǀ Global Outreach Research and Education Awards – GOMHA, Hyderabad, India, 4/2019 Clinical
• Excellence Award ǀ FEMCON, Jaipur, India, 3/2019
• Outstanding Achievement Award ǀ Sports Connect, Indian Association of Physiotherapists Women Cell, Delhi, India, 3/2019
• National Eminence Award ǀ Global Creative Arts Academy Inc. – Philanthropic Society of India and USA, 2019
• India Leadership Award – Best Physiotherapist Specialized in Obesity Management ǀ Blind Wink, Bangalore, India, 2019
• Chakra Award ǀ Andhra Pradesh Journalists Cultural Association, Guntur, India, 7/2019
• Mary MC Millan Mother of Physiotherapy Award ǀ IARH Conference, Chennai, India, 7/2019
• Honorary Doctorate in Physiotherapy ǀ Swahili University, Panama, US, 6/2019
• APJ Abdul Kalam Professional Excellence Award in Physiotherapy ǀ Swahili University, Panama, US, 6/2019
• Workshop Host – Ergonomics for Desk-job Workers Along – Women Cell Telangana, India – 8/2018
• Motivational Speaker – Organ Donation Awareness, Vijayawada – 10/2018
• Awareness Campaign Ambassador – Breast Cancer Prevention, Treatment, and Role of Physiotherapists in Post-Surgical
• Presenter of Live YouTube Awareness Videos – Physiotherapy and Noninvasive Slimming Treatments, Guntur, Hyderabad
• Social Entrepreneur National Award ǀ Philanthropic Society of India, 2019
• Iconic Personality of India – Healthcare in Physiotherapy ǀ Indraprastha Educational Research & Charitable Trust, 2019 World
• Record for Successful Treatment for Highest Number of Patients (20/06/13 – 29/12/18) – “First-of-its-Kind” Winner’s Book ǀ of World Records, UK; World Book of Records, USA, Country Book of Records, France
• World Record for Comprehensive Approach in Conservative Management of Obesity (Non-Surgical) – “First-of-its-Kind” ǀ Winner’s Book of World Records, UK; World Book of Records, USA; Country Book of Records, France
• Physio Excellency Award ǀ Physio Foundation of India, 1/2018
• Speaker – Women National Physio Conference, Hyderabad – 7/2018