Dr. Sara Demain

Professor

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Biography

Professor Sara Demain is the Head of the School of Health Sciences at the University of Southampton. She specializes in neurological rehabilitation physiotherapy, focusing on a broad spectrum of rehabilitation, self-management, and how health service professionals support patients and their families. This includes exploring the use of technology such as apps, games, and robots to enhance patient rehabilitation and improve user experiences and outcomes. Between 2001 and 2018, she held multiple roles within the Faculty of Health Sciences at Southampton, including Head of Division AHP and Faculty Director of the Graduate School, while delivering a range of research and education in her specialist field. From 2018 to 2020, she served as Head of the School of Health Professions at the University of Plymouth before returning to the University of Southampton.

Research Interests

Experience

Head of School

2020-01-01 — Present

School of Health Sciences, University of Southampton • Southampton, England

Leading the School and overseeing educational and research initiatives.

Head of School

2018-01-01 — 2020-01-01

School of Health Professions, University of Plymouth • Plymouth, England

Managed academic staff and curriculum development.

Faculty Director of Graduate School

2015-01-01 — 2018-01-01

Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Southampton • Southampton, England

Oversaw graduate programs and student research support.

Head of Division AHP

2010-01-01 — 2015-01-01

Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Southampton • Southampton, England

Directed allied health professional education and research.