Dima Augustin, MD

Dr. Augustin Dima is a senior specialist in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine and Balneology at Centrokinetic, where he provides patients with comprehensive evaluations and personalized rehabilitation programs for musculoskeletal, post-traumatic, orthopedic, and functional conditions. With extensive experience in medical rehabilitation, clinical activity, and medical coordination, Dr. Augustin Dima focuses on accurate functional diagnosis, individualized treatment, and improving the patient’s mobility and quality of life.

Academic Background and Medical Certifications

• Graduate of the “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy Bucharest, Faculty of General Medicine.
• Specialist in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine and Balneology since 2007.
• Senior specialist in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine and Balneology since 2012.
• Certified in “Healthcare Services Management”, obtained in 2015.

Professional Experience

• Senior specialist in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine and Balneology at the National Institute of Rehabilitation, Physical Medicine and Balneoclimatology Bucharest.
• Head of Department within the Rehabilitation, Orthopedics and Traumatology Clinic no. I.
• Interim Manager of the National Institute of Rehabilitation, Physical Medicine and Balneoclimatology between 2020–2022.
• Specialist in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine and Balneology at the Balneary Polyclinic Pucioasa.
• Resident physician at the National Institute of Rehabilitation, Physical Medicine and Balneoclimatology Bucharest.

Areas of Medical Interest

• Orthopedic and post-traumatic medical rehabilitation
• Musculoskeletal pain
• Spinal disorders
• Knee osteoarthritis and degenerative joint disorders
• Knee injury rehabilitation
• Painful shoulder and periarticular conditions
• Musculoskeletal ultrasound in medical rehabilitation
• Sports injury rehabilitation

Scientific and Professional Activity

• Author and co-author of multiple scientific presentations in the field of medical rehabilitation, balneology, and musculoskeletal disorders.
• Participant in National Conferences of Balneology and Medical Rehabilitation.
• Member of the Scientific Committee of the 14th National Conference of Balneology and Medical Rehabilitation.
• Professional interest in knee rehabilitation, musculoskeletal ultrasound, osteoarthritis, and sports pathology.

Scientific Papers

• The rehabilitation treatment in aseptical osteonecrosis of the femoral head;
• The effectiveness of bisphosphonates in the treatment of Algoneurodystrophic Syndrome;
• Postural disorders of the spine in children and adults;
• Specific therapeutic rehabilitation protocol in CRPS type I affecting the upper limb;
• Secondary decompensated right knee osteoarthritis with pain, static and functional impairment in a patient with stage IV lumbar disc disease;
• Therapeutic indications in periarticular inflammatory processes – Simple painful shoulder and hyperalgesic painful shoulder;
• Benefits of combining sodium hyaluronate 60mg/3ml + sodium chondroitin sulfate 90mg/3ml in the treatment of knee osteoarthritis – 14th National Conference of Balneology and Medical Rehabilitation, Bucharest, 2017;
• Post-traumatic knee sequelae; the role of physiotherapy in knee injury rehabilitation – 14th National Conference of Balneology and Medical Rehabilitation, Bucharest, 2017;
• The role of musculoskeletal ultrasound in medical rehabilitation – 14th National Conference of Balneology and Medical Rehabilitation, Bucharest, 2017;
• Reflex cervical sympathetic dystonia at the border between specialties – Rehabilitation vs. Neuropsychiatry – 15th National Conference of Balneology and Medical Rehabilitation, Bucharest, 2018;
• Case presentation: patient with significant locomotor dysfunction in the context of multiple complex pathologies – secondary progressive multiple sclerosis, ankylosing spondylitis, and diabetes complicated with diabetic polyneuropathy – 16th National Conference of Balneology and Medical Rehabilitation, Bucharest, 2019;
• The effect of intra-articular administration of viscoelastic solutions in knee pathology – 16th National Conference of Balneology and Medical Rehabilitation, Bucharest, 2019;
• Risk factors, prevention and rehabilitation of muscle injuries and anterior cruciate ligament injuries in athletes – meta-analysis – 16th National Conference of Balneology and Medical Rehabilitation, Bucharest, 2019;
• “Burnout” syndrome – risk factor in the development of musculoskeletal pain? – theory or reality – 16th National Conference of Balneology and Medical Rehabilitation, Bucharest, 2019;
• Rare congenital diseases – training program for healthcare specialists focused on disabilities – 16th National Conference of Balneology and Medical Rehabilitation, Bucharest, 2019;
• Creation of a national multidisciplinary network for training medical personnel specialized in the therapeutic management of rare diseases – 16th National Conference of Balneology and Medical Rehabilitation, Bucharest, 2019.

Skills and Medical Approach

Dr. Augustin Dima has a medical approach focused on accurate functional assessment, establishing a personalized rehabilitation plan, and monitoring the patient’s progress throughout treatment. His clinical experience, medical coordination activity, and communication skills support a clear and effective relationship with patients, with emphasis on restoring mobility, reducing pain, and returning to daily activities.