Life Stories... With Mehmet Gem

Mehmet started his higher education journey at the University of Hertfordshire where he received a BSc (hons) in Sport and Exercise Science. He shortly after went on to complete a pre-reg MSc at the University of Essex and has since completed his PGDip in Advanced Neuromusculoskeletal Physiotherapy from the University of Hertfordshire. Mehmet initially started his career working in football and rugby throughout Essex and Suffolk, predominantly with young elite athletes and also within womens rugby. Over the last eleven years Mehmet has specialised in musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, whilst specifically developing his specialist interest in Hip & Groin injuries over the last 10 years, specifically specialising in FAI syndrome. Alongside his role as Regional FCP Lead for Pure Physiotherapy, Mehmet has his own private hip consultancy clinic where he sees patients both locally to Devon and also with Zoom consultations for patients who are based all around the world.  In addition to his clinical role, Mehmet has his own CPD course called 'Simplifying The Hip' which he teaches to healthcare professionals all around the world both remotely and face to face. ​ Mehmet has a strong belief in using evidence based practice to direct his treatment approaches and feels that empowering patients with the tools to prevent injuries from reoccurring is imperative.