Dr Francesca Muscat
Dr Francesca Muscat holds a Doctorate from the University of Malta for research into geriatric rehabilitation and digital health within the unique Maltese context. She also holds a Masters in Biomedical Engineering, a Post-graduate certificate in Postural Management, and a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy.
With over twelve years of clinical experience, Dr Francesca has worked primarily at Karin Grech Rehabilitation Hospital, where she was a board member in the Wound Management Committee, and the Ethics Committee for several years. She worked as a research support officer in Biomedical Cybernetics at the University of Malta, and lectures at the University of Malta Faculty of Health Sciences on the topics of Assistive Technology in Rehabilitation and Digital Health. She has also served as both a clinical and dissertation supervisor within the University of Malta, mentoring future professionals in the field.
She is a published researcher, with a keen focus on the rehabilitation and well-being of older persons in their communities, with a particular focus on the impact of healthcare technology. Dr. Francesca is a member of the EuGMS-SIG on Geriatric Rehabilitation and remains dedicated to advancing evidence-based practices that enhance the lives of ageing populations. She currently forms part of the Senior Management Team, as Operations Manager within CareMalta Group.
Dr Anna Maria Risso
Dr Anna Maria Risso is a physiotherapist, academic, movement specialist, and entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience across clinical practice, research, education, and wellness innovation. She holds an MSc in Advanced Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy from King’s College London and a Doctorate from Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh, with research focusing on knee rehabilitation and osteoarthritis. A former senior clinician at Taylor Physiotherapy, Edinburgh, she now leads her own online health and wellbeing platform, delivering tailored Physio-Pilates programmes worldwide. A certified APPI Pilates and Barre instructor with over 16 years of teaching experience, Dr Anna Maria also conducts independent research and product development in the wellness sector, bridging science, movement, and entrepreneurship to advance modern physiotherapy practice.
