The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
Jay Gandhi is a Senior MSK Physiotherapist at King Edward VII's Hospital since March 2023, specializing in assessing and treating patients with complex musculoskeletal and chronic pain conditions, as well as post-surgical rehabilitation. In addition, Jay serves as the Vice-Chair of the BAME Network at The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, advocating for equity and belonging in healthcare. Previous roles include First Contact Practitioner at Surrey Physio, Senior Physiotherapist at Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, and BAME Hub Lead for NIHR. Jay also has experience as a Therapy Assistant and a Student Physiotherapist. Jay holds a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Central Lancashire and a Leadership and Management Diploma from Corndel.
The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) is the professional body and trade union physiotherapists in the UK. Founded in 1894, the CSP has grown to become the profession's largest membership organisation. CSP’s 65,000 membership is made up of a range of physiotherapy professionals: Physiotherapy students; Qualified physiotherapists; Retired physiotherapists; Associate members who are support workers and other professionals whose work involves some delegated physiotherapy duties. CSP members work in a variety of settings across the NHS, in the community, private practice and sports. The CSP is a progressive, dynamic, member-led organisation. As a professional body the CSP aims to develops and promotes high quality and innovative patient care, the profile of the profession and influence the care agenda. We provide a range of professional services, promotes learning and good practice, and supports its members achieve continuous professional development (CPD). The CSP also supports research into physiotherapy through the CSP Charitable Trust which funds the Physiotherapy Research Foundation. As a trade union the CSP represents the interests of its members in the workplace. It is an affiliated member of the Trades Union Congress (TUC).