Pierre Röscher - Executive Committee member and Treasurer
Dr Pierre Röscher is a dedicated physiotherapy academic and clinician with over 16 years of experience spanning clinical practice, teaching, and research. He currently serves as an Executive Committee Member and Treasurer of the International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physical Therapists (IFOMPT), a role he has held since 2020. His expertise lies in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, with additional certifications Orthopaedic Manipulative Physiotherapy, Pain Physiotherapy, Sports Physiotherapy, and Pelvic Health Physiotherapy.
Dr Röscher is a Lecturer at the University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ), where he has played a pivotal role in developing and implementing a new physiotherapy program. He is actively involved in curriculum design, course coordination, and student mentorship, and is known for his excellence in teaching, consistently receiving high student satisfaction ratings.
He holds a PhD in Clinical Medicine and contributes to the academic community through research, PhD supervision, and leadership in professional development initiatives. His international engagement and commitment to advancing musculoskeletal physiotherapy education and practice are central to his role within IFOMPT.
Contact Pierre:
Email: pierre.roscher@ifompt.org |
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Dusty Quinn - Member At Large
I graduated from the University of Ulster in 1988 and after two years in Manchester I travelled to Aotearoa / New Zealand. After completing a Masters in Manipulative Physiotherapy in 1997, I bought into a physiotherapy business. At that stage I was highly involved with sports teams at a local and regional level. I was the Director of Back in Motion, New Zealand, until July 2023. Over this time while in business I also gained experience in governance, leadership, and finance as a member of national Physiotherapy Executive and President of the NZMPA. I am the current chair of the Specialist Physiotherapy group in Aotearoa / New Zealand.
I continue to work as a Specialist Physiotherapist in the clinic and I also continue to have a strong link to academia. I have a good working relationship with my academic colleagues at the University of Otago and the Auckland University of Technology. I have taught at undergraduate and post-graduate levels over the years. In November 2023 I became an honorary fellow of the University of Otago.
In recent years, I have been part of clinical research at Otago University. My interests have been concussion management and access to primary care physiotherapy services. I continue teach with my wife Bronagh, on concussion management. Mentoring colleagues is something I enjoy, and this can range from undergraduate students to experienced physiotherapists. Being able to assist with their career pathways is a privilege.
Access to musculoskeletal physiotherapy services globally is a challenge. Advocating for our colleagues across the globe, to improve access to physiotherapy services to assist global burden of musculoskeletal disease, is “the why” from becoming an executive member of IFOMPT..
Contact Dusty:
Email: dusty.quinn@ifompt.org
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Bart Vanthillo - Secretary
Since graduating in 1990, I commenced my professional journey 34 years ago, engaging in a blend of clinical practice and teaching at Ghent University. My involvement extended to both the basic physiotherapy program and the manual therapy program, which I began contributing to in 1996. From the outset, I have been dedicated to our professional organization, starting with the Scientific Committee from 1996 to 2002, followed by serving as President of the MO until 2012. In this capacity, I spearheaded the consolidation of the two existing MT organizations towards the current ABSG Mathera.be, which subsequently became a subgroup of our parent body, AXXON PTIB Belgium, with whom we maintain a positive and respectful relationship. I resumed the presidency in 2020. I perceive myself as an open, attentive, and collaborative leader, ready to negotiate compromises to resolve conflicts.
I have also represented the MO in IFOMPT since 2010. At the national level, I have overseen the monitoring process for Belgian programs on three occasions, thus the IFOMPT monitoring process is familiar to me.
For many years (since 1996), I have closely followed IFOMPT's evolution. I have witnessed significant milestones, such as the strategic meeting in Antwerp in 2001 and the implementation of the monitoring system. I have observed IFOMPT evolve from a relatively small group of countries in its early days to a much more inclusive and globally representative organization with robust, scientifically based standards.
I wholeheartedly support the current trend towards a more inclusive organization, striving to expand its reach worldwide and become more representative. However, I believe there is still more effort needed to include countries from regions that are more challenging to access, such as Africa, many countries in Middle and South America, Asia, etc. Diversity, in my view, is essential for a global organization.
Contact Bart:
Email: bart.vanthillo@ifompt.org |
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Timoreta Gray - Member At Large
Timoreta graduated with a BSc in Physiotherapy from the University of Stellenbosch in 2004. After gaining experience in public sector orthopaedics and surgery, she worked in Ireland, where she completed her Stott Pilates Instructor course and assisted in the rehabilitation of the Skerries Harps Gaelic Football team.
She earned a Master’s in Orthopaedic Manual Therapy with distinction in 2013 and completed postgraduate courses in Pain Management (2015) and Vestibular Rehabilitation (2016).
Timoreta specialises in chronic pain, vestibular dysfunction, female pelvic pain, and sports injuries, using a combination of manual therapy, exercise, and Pilates. She is the Deputy Chairperson of the SASP Neuromusculoskeletal Physiotherapy Group and serves on the IFOMPT Executive Committee.
An avid swimmer, hiker, and runner, Timoreta completed her first marathon in 2018.
Contact Timoreta:
Email: timoreta.gray@ifompt.org
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Aline Miranda Ferreira - Member At Large
As a physiotherapist with over 20 years of experience in orthopaedic rehabilitation, I am deeply committed to advancing musculoskeletal physiotherapy. Serving as President of the Brazilian Association of Trauma-Orthopaedic Physiotherapy (ABRAFITO) and as an IFOMPT delegate, I have gained significant insight into the challenges and opportunities faced by manual and musculoskeletal physiotherapy worldwide.
As a Latin American physiotherapist, I recognize the critical importance of representing professionals from underrepresented regions within IFOMPT's leadership. This aligns with IFOMPT's Strategic Plan, which emphasizes expanding the organization's reach and influence by fostering connections and collaboration across diverse communities. By bringing Latin America's unique perspectives and experiences to the Executive Committee, I aim to contribute to the global advancement of manual and musculoskeletal physiotherapy, which aligns with IFOMPT's vision of promoting excellence worldwide.
One of my significant contributions to IFOMPT is leading the Translation Initiative for Webinars, which began by adding Portuguese and French subtitles to increase accessibility for non-English speakers. This initiative has made IFOMPT’s educational resources more inclusive. I am committed to expanding it to additional languages to bridge gaps in access and foster engagement across diverse member organizations.
In my role as a physiotherapist, professor, clinical tutor, and manager at a tertiary care hospital, I have had the privilege of mentoring the next generation of physiotherapists.
Beyond teaching technical excellence, I emphasize compassionate care, interpersonal skills, and leadership development. My involvement in management and curriculum design further ensures that education is aligned with the evolving needs of healthcare systems and prepares physiotherapists for interdisciplinary collaboration.
Contact Aline:
Email: aline.miranda@ifompt.org |
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IFOMPT Office
The IFOMPT office is situated in Auckland, New Zealand.
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Ingrid du Toit - Executive Director
Ingrid holds a B Econ (Hons) degree from the University of the Free State in South Africa and has worked as an agricultural economist for more than 25 years. She also gained experience in organisational development and the management of networks in a regional and Pan-African context by serving on a number of DFID and World Bank project teams.
After relocating to New Zealand, she was appointed as the Executive Officer of the New Zealand Manipulative Physiotherapists Association (NZMPA) in October 2010, a position she held until April 2018. In addition to this, she served as the Office Manager of IFOMPT as of April 2013 and became the Executive Director in February 2017.
Contact Ingrid:
P O Box 30 1295, Albany
Auckland 0752
NEW ZEALAND
Tel: + 64 211 878 753
Email: admin@ifompt.org |
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