Key Research Areas
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) rehabilitation
- Functional exercise testing and clinical outcome measurement
- Validation of respiratory and functional assessment tools
- Digital health and wearable technology for rehabilitation monitoring
- Cardiopulmonary physiotherapy and pulmonary rehabilitation
- Simulation-Based Education and Clinical Training
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Academic Profile
Dr Tiffany Choi Ching Man is an Associate Professor of Practice and Programme Leader in Physiotherapy with extensive expertise in cardiopulmonary physiotherapy, respiratory rehabilitation, and healthcare education innovation.
Her work integrates clinical physiotherapy practice, applied research, digital health technologies, and simulation-based education, contributing to both healthcare service development and professional training.
Core Areas of Expertise
Clinical and Research Expertise
- Cardiopulmonary physiotherapy and pulmonary rehabilitation
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) management
- Functional exercise testing and outcome measurement (e.g., 6-minute walk test)
- Validation of clinical assessment tools (e.g., Dyspnoea-12, WHODAS 2.0)
- Respiratory and critical care interventions
Innovation and Digital Health
- Wearable technologies and digital biomarkers (e.g., Watch Walk gait analysis)
- Mobile health applications for chronic disease self-management
- AI-powered and portable lung assessment tools
- Telemonitoring and technology-enhanced rehabilitation
Education and Pedagogy
- Simulation-based learning and Flipped Classroom in physiotherapy education
- Standardized patient programmes and interprofessional education
- Curriculum design and clinical training innovation
- Student self-efficacy and clinical readiness development
Core Research Themes and Contributions
Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation and COPD
Dr Choi's research focuses on improving rehabilitation outcomes for patients with COPD and chronic respiratory diseases, including:
- Community-based cardiopulmonary rehabilitation programmes
- Exercise capacity assessment and aging-related decline
- Long-term functional and quality-of-life improvements
Measurement and Validation of Clinical Tools
She has contributed to the development and validation of culturally appropriate assessment instruments, including:
- Chinese version of the Dyspnoea-12 scale
- WHODAS 2.0 for disability assessment
- Functional and gait assessment tools
Digital Health and Technology-Enhanced Rehabilitation
Her research advances the integration of technology in physiotherapy, such as:
- Wearable gait biomarker systems (validated in large-scale studies)
- Mobile apps for COPD management
- Robotics and exoskeleton-assisted rehabilitation
Simulation-Based Education and Clinical Training
Dr Choi is an emerging contributor to health professions education research, focusing on:
- Simulation-based physiotherapy training frameworks
- Use of standardized patients in local (Cantonese-speaking) contexts
- Evaluation of student self-efficacy and readiness
Key Publications (Selected)
- Choi CM (2024). Simulation-based learning and student self-efficacy (under review).
- Choi TCM et al. (2023). 6-minute walk test decline in COPD patients.
- Choi TCM et al. (2023). Community-based cardiopulmonary rehabilitation in post-COVID elderly.
- Chan LLY, Choi TCM et al. (2022). Watch Walk digital gait biomarkers validation.
- Choi TCM et al. (2021). Adaptation and validation of the Chinese Dyspnoea-12 scale.
Research Funding and Projects
Dr Choi has led and contributed to multiple funded projects, including:
- COPD screening using wearable electrical impedance tomography (RCT)
- Mobile health (mHealth) applications for COPD self-management
- Robotic exoskeleton gait training trials
- Community-based rehabilitation interventions
Professional Recognition and Awards
- Teaching Excellence Award (2023 &n 2026, Saint Francis University)
- Best Fitness Educator (2023)
- Best Presentation Award (2018, International Conference)
- Gold Award (2016, Pan-Pacific Conference on Rehabilitation)
Professional Academic and Professional Service
- Journal reviewer (BMC Public Health, BMJ journals, others)
- Editorial board member (Physiotherapy News Bulletin, HKTS Newsletter)
- Member of Physiotherapists Board committees and policy groups
- Professional Development Officer (HK Physiotherapists' Union)
Impact and Significance
Dr Choi's research demonstrates strong clinical-academic integration, with impact in:
- Enhancing evidence-based physiotherapy practice
- Advancing digital and technology-enabled rehabilitation
- Supporting policy and clinical standards development
- Transforming physiotherapy education through simulation and innovation
- Her work contributes to improving patient outcomes, healthcare delivery, and workforce training in Hong Kong and beyond.
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