Josue Daniel Vargas Aguilar, OT, MPT,CIDN, MAKER 3D
Personal Introduction and Academic Background: Josué Daniel Vargas Aguilar is a distinguished occupational therapist, having graduated from the Faculty of Medicine at the State of Mexico (UAEMex). He holds a Master’s degree in Physiotherapy and Sports Kinesiology from the University of Football and Sports Sciences (UFD).
Certifications and Additional Training: Josué has an extensive background that includes certifications in Upper Extremity Ultrasound, Dry Needling, 3D Modeling and Printing, and Neuro-Developmental Treatment Bobath (NDT) from EBTA in Switzerland. Additionally, he has completed specialized courses in hand surgery for therapists at the University of Barcelona and has training in Hand Therapy from the International University of Andalusia, Spain.
Professional Contributions and Roles: Josué actively participates in the Mexican Association of Hand Surgeons, where he collaborates in the exchange and dissemination of knowledge regarding rehabilitation processes and hand therapy practices. Furthermore, he serves as a professor at various public and private universities in Mexico, contributing to the education of new professionals in his field.
Innovations and Pioneering Work: He is recognized as a pioneer in Mexico for his work in Hand Therapy and for implementing 3D printing technologies in Occupational Therapy and Hand and Upper Limb Therapy.
Participation in International Projects and Mentorship: Recently, Josué has served as an advisor on the "Hand Therapy Around the World" project with ASHT for Vietnam, implementing 3D printing in Hand Therapy. Additionally, he mentors other therapists worldwide, particularly in Latin America.
Current Leadership and Direction: Currently, Josué Daniel Vargas Aguilar is the director of RehabiliTO, the first clinic specializing in hand and upper limb rehabilitation in Mexico City. Under his leadership, RehabiliTO has distinguished itself by integrating advanced technologies such as 3D printing, virtual reality, and artificial intelligence into its rehabilitation processes.