Principal’s Profile and Message
Profile
Dr. Nirav Vaghela has 18 years of experience as a clinician and academician in the Field of Physiotherapy. His area of specialization is Musculoskeletal and Sports.
Currently, he is serving as a Professor & Principal at KMPIP, Bhaikaka University, India. He participates in all the departmental academic activities as a teacher, facilitator, assessor, guide (UG, PG, Ph.D.), and mentor.
He has published more than 28 original research papers in esteemed journals, including the Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care, Journal of Education and Health Promotion, National Journal of Physiology, Pharmacy and Pharmacology, Journal of Medical Society, and International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Physiology.
He has received a gold medal for the best outgoing student in undergraduate studies at Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Belgaum. He has served as a resource faculty member for various state, national, and international workshops and conferences.
Message
It gives me immense pleasure to welcome you to K. M. Patel Institute of Physiotherapy, Karamsad, a premier constituent institute of Bhaikaka University and an integral part of the prestigious Shree Krishna Hospital campus.
Physiotherapy is no longer limited to rehabilitation alone—it is a dynamic, evidence-based, and technology-driven profession that plays a vital role in health promotion, disease prevention, and restoration of function. At our institute, we strive to nurture not only competent clinicians but also compassionate caregivers, ethical professionals, and future leaders of the healthcare system.
Being located within one of Gujarat’s most respected teaching hospitals, our students are exposed to a rich clinical environment that bridges theory with real-world practice. This clinical integration, combined with a strong academic foundation and research-oriented culture, allows our learners to develop excellent clinical reasoning, professional confidence, and patient-centered care skills.
We believe in outcome-based education, interdisciplinary learning, and continuous innovation in teaching and training. Our dedicated faculty, modern infrastructure, and supportive learning ecosystem ensure that every student receives holistic professional development—academically, clinically, and personally.
As healthcare continues to evolve, physiotherapists will play an increasingly critical role in improving quality of life across the lifespan. We are committed to preparing our students to meet these challenges with competence, integrity, and a spirit of lifelong learning.
I warmly invite you to be part of the K. M. Patel Institute of Physiotherapy family, where knowledge meets compassion and excellence becomes a habit.
With best wishes for your academic and professional journey,
Dr. Nirav Vaghela
Principal
K. M. Patel Institute of Physiotherapy
Bhaikaka University, Karamsad