Biography:

I am a lecturer at the Faculty of Medical Sciences of Anton de Kom University of Suriname, where I teach within the Physiotherapy program. In addition to my teaching responsibilities, I currently serve as Program Coordinator for the Master’s degree in Physiotherapy and actively contribute to several academic committees.

Beyond academia, I am committed to public engagement through my role as a volunteer and board secretary at Stichting Sport, Mi Kan Du. In this capacity, I support initiatives that promote social inclusion by enabling children with physical disabilities to access and participate in sports and recreational activities, fostering both personal growth and athletic development.

As a graduate of the Physiotherapy program at my institution, I was honored to receive the Dean’s Award in recognition of academic excellence.

My research interests primarily focus on knee osteoarthritis, though I also enjoy collaborating with colleagues on a broad range of research projects. This combination of academic leadership, community involvement, and research engagement reflects my dedication to advancing physiotherapy education, promoting inclusion, and contributing to evidence-based practice

Publications 

Card – Global Observatory for Physical Education

Research:

• The prevalence of symptomatic knee osteoarthritis within physical therapy practices in Suriname
• The health-related quality of life of symptomatic knee osteoarthritis patients in physical therapy practices in Suriname
• The physical health of Surinamese schoolchildren aged 7 – 11 years and the secular trends of the physical health in these children

Contact details:

chemberlain.ranoesetiko@uvs.edu