Rahul Gadru

Rahul Gadru is the Chief Clinical Officer of the Rapid Group, where his leadership has been pivotal in the company’s growth alongside its founders. He began his journey with Rapid Group as a principal physiotherapist and advanced to Clinical Director, where he has been instrumental in building the clinical team from the ground up, ensuring high standards of care and clinical competency.

With over 20 years of clinical and teaching expertise, Rahul holds a Master’s degree in Sports Physiotherapy (2001) and an Advanced Diploma in Physiotherapy from Singapore (2009). His extensive career includes a significant tenure at Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH), one of Singapore’s leading acute care facilities, where he served as the lead physiotherapist for the Pain Management clinic and was a senior member of the outpatient musculoskeletal clinic. His clinical expertise spans the management of acute musculoskeletal conditions and vestibular disorders within the Accident and Emergency Department. Rahul has a particular passion for pain management, specializing in the effective treatment of acute and chronic shoulder and spine-related disorders.

In addition to his clinical responsibilities, Rahul excels in mentoring and conducting patient management audits in the outpatient department, demonstrating his commitment to professional development and high-quality patient care. He has also served as a team auditor for safe manual handling skills, ensuring a secure environment for both patients and staff.

Rahul’s dedication to enhancing his skills is highlighted by his completion of advanced-level certifications, including the GEMT Level 1 Dry Needling course in July 2022 and GEMT Advanced Level in November 2022. He is committed to continuous professional growth, as shown by his participation in the prestigious Future Leaders Programme at NUS Business School from November 2022 to February 2023.

His professional excellence has been recognized through numerous accolades, including:

• Allied Health Educators Award (2018) – Outstanding category, and a Merit category award in 2015.
• NHG Clinical Educators Award (2016).
• Best Clinical Trainee Award by the Ministry of Health Holdings (MOHH) (2009) for the PTAP program.
• Best Clinician Award for the Neurology Module of the Advanced Diploma in Physiotherapy.

Rahul has also obtained the Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment (ACTA) in 2016, reflecting his dedication to educating future generations of allied health professionals.

His passion for education is evident through his faculty roles at NHG College, where he facilitates workshops aimed at improving mentoring skills among allied health professionals. Additionally, he has contributed as an adjunct faculty member at the esteemed Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine since 2018, sharing his extensive knowledge with aspiring healthcare professionals.

Rahul has presented posters at numerous international and local conferences, including IFOMPT (UK) and APMEC (Singapore), underscoring his commitment to advancing the field of physiotherapy.

Rahul Gadru’s exceptional track record and unwavering dedication to patient care, education, and professional development, along with his pivotal role in shaping the Rapid Group, make him a highly respected leader in the physiotherapy community. His expertise and passion continue to inspire both colleagues and the next generation of healthcare professionals.