About Us

At the Bahamas Institute of Hand and Rehabilitation (BIHAR), we are committed to delivering personalized, evidence-based care for the physical dysfunction of the upper limb. 

Core Values of Bahamas Institute of Hand and Rehabilitation (BIHAR):

• Patient-Centered Care: We prioritize the needs and preferences of our patients, fostering a compassionate and collaborative environment where their voices are heard, and their goals become our goals.
• Excellence in Rehabilitation: We are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of clinical excellence. Our team of skilled professionals continuously seeks to improve their knowledge and skills to provide the best possible care.
• Innovation and Evidence-Based Practice: We stay at the forefront of rehabilitation techniques and technologies, incorporating evidence-based practices to ensure the most effective and efficient treatment plans for our patients.
• Integrity and Ethics: We conduct ourselves with the utmost integrity and ethical standards, upholding the trust and confidence of our patients, their families, and the wider community.
• Continual Improvement: We believe in a culture of continuous improvement, regularly assessing and enhancing our services and operations to better meet the evolving needs of our patients and the community.
• Safety and Wellness: We prioritize the safety and well-being of our patients and staff, maintaining a clean, secure, and welcoming environment that promotes healing and recovery.

 Dr. Ratish K. Karna is a distinguished healthcare professional and the founder and director of the Bahamas Institute of Hand and Rehabilitation (BIHAR). As the only certified hand therapist in the Bahamas and Caribbean, Dr. Karna has made significant contributions to the field of hand therapy and rehabilitation within the region.

Dr. Karna's journey in the field of rehabilitation began with his educational foundation at the National Institute of Rehabilitation Training and Research (NIRTAR) in India, where he completed his degree in occupational therapy. He then pursued higher education and research in the United States, earning a post-professional doctorate from the University of St. Augustine in Florida.

With a passion for improving the quality of rehabilitation services in the Bahamas, Dr. Karna founded BIHAR with the ultimate goal of establishing a comprehensive hub for service, education, and research in the field of rehabilitation. His dedication and expertise in hand therapy have been instrumental in enhancing the healthcare landscape of the Bahamas, benefiting countless patients and professionals alike.