
Bachelors in Science with Honors in Occupational Therapy from Coventry University, UK
Occupational therapist helping children develop everyday skills and overcome learning barriers
Experience
7 years
Languages
English
Location
Jumeirah, Dubai
Sees
children
Mr. Caolan McGilly is an occupational therapist at Medcare Camali Clinic in Jumeirah, with 7 years of experience supporting children and adults to perform everyday tasks. He trained at Coventry University, UK, and built his career in the UK before moving to the UAE, working as a senior practitioner and facility manager with learning disability services in Belfast and aged care in Australia.
Mr. McGilly specializes in helping children overcome physical and emotional barriers to daily life. His work covers fine and gross motor skills (movement and strength), attention and concentration, emotional regulation, social skills, handwriting, self-esteem, and daily activities like dressing and self-care. He designs tailored home programmes—including handwriting practice and sensory activities—and supports school integration so children can participate fully in classroom life.
He takes a practical, goal-focused approach, working closely with families to build skills that matter in real life. Mr. McGilly is a good fit if your child needs support with movement, coordination, learning concentration, emotional wellbeing, or settling into school.
Special interests: school and classroom integration, handwriting programmes, sensory home programmes, mental health and wellbeing in children.
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Bachelor of Science with Honours in Occupational Therapy
Coventry University, UK
Occupational Therapist
Medcare Camali Clinic, UAE
Advanced Practitioner Occupational Therapist and Residential Facility Manager
Belfast Health and Social Care Trust Community Learning Disability Team, UK
Occupational Therapist
Montefiore Aged Care Australia, Australia
Senior Occupational Therapist
Belfast Health and Social Care Trust Community Learning Disability Team, UK
Consultations are available in English.
Medcare — Jumeirah - Medcare Medical Centre, Jumeirah, Dubai.
Yes — this doctor sees children.
Commonly treated: Emotional Regulation Difficulties, Learning Disabilities, Self-Esteem Concerns.
Profile compiled from Medcare's public website (see original profile via the booking link). Data is informational, not medical advice.
Medcare Medical Centre, Jumeirah
Medcare Building - Jumeirah Beach Rd - Umm Suqeim - Umm Suqeim 1 - Dubai
+971 800 6332273+1 more branch
Medcare Medical Centre, Jumeirah
Medcare Medical Centre, Jumeirah · Medcare Medical Centre - Palm Jumeirah
Jumeirah, Dubai
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