Physiotherapists

Physiotherapists

Laura Bacquie
Physiotherapist and Clinical Pilates Instructor
VIS Track and Field Physiotherapist
B.Physio GradCertSportsPhysio MPhysio(Sports)
OPSMC

Laura Baquie graduated from LaTrobe University in 2004 and completed her Masters of Sports Physiotherapy in 2010. Laura worked for two years in the Public Hospital sector prior to working in Private Practice. Laura also works at the Victorian Institute of Sport as physiotherapist for Track & Field. Laura completed her DMA Clinical Pilates training in 2005 and has utilized this rehabilitation specialty within her practice for the past 5 years.

Physiotherapist
B. Ex Sci M.Phty PhD
OPSMC - Geelong Campus

Jason Bonacci graduated with a Bachelor of Exercise Science and then pursued his interest in physiotherapy by graduating with a Master of Physiotherapy Studies from the University of Queensland. He then completed his PhD at the University of Queensland in 2010. Jason has worked in private practice with athletes from all levels and uses his strong Exercise Science background to prescribe interventions for acute injuries and post-surgical rehabilitation through to the return to sport phase.

Last Updated on Saturday, 28 January 2012 13:38

Craig Bosworth
Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
BAppSci (Physio) Grad. Dip. Manip. Physio
OPSMC since 1993

Craig Bosworth has been a practicing Physiotherapist since 1987. His professional interests include lower back, neck and thoracic pain, headaches, sciatic conditions and sacroiliac pain.

Gary Cairnduff
APA Sports Physiotherapist
B.Sc. BAppSci (Physio) M.Physio(Sports)
OPSMC

Gary Cairnduff is an APA titled sports physiotherapist. Gary has had 6 years of clinical experience in both acute and rehabilitation hospitals, and 13 years in private practice, the last 10 of which have been at Sandringham Sports Medicine. Gary's interests are in the management of tendon pathology, headache, thoracic, lumbo-sacral spine, foot, ankle and hip pain, and in the emerging field of pain science.

BPhty (Hons I), PhD (Physiotherapy)
OPSMC since 2011

Natalie Collins is a Physiotherapist who specialises in the treatment and prevention of knee pain. Her clinical approach combines exercise therapy, hands-on treatment and patient education to not only address existing injuries, but also prevent injury recurrence and the development of new injuries. She has clinical and research experience with athletes of all ages and abilities, from adolescents with patellofemoral pain to older adults with knee arthritis. Natalie has a particular interest in how lower limb biomechanics, specifically at the foot, ankle and hip, contribute to knee pain conditions.

B.Physio
M.Ex Sci (Strength and Conditioning))
TCA Advanced Tennis Coach
OPSMC

Since graduating from La Trobe University, Ryan Cope has worked in private practice focusing predominately on sport injuries. Ryan has extensive experience in tennis as a physiotherapist, coach and a player. Ryan’s primary role in tennis is tennis specific musculoskeletal screening in order to maximise athletic development, prevent injury and ultimately improve performance.

Lachlan Fooks
APA Sports Physiotherapist
BPhysio
Grad Cert Sports Physio
M. Physio (Sports)
OPSMC - East Melbourne & Olympic Park

Lachlan Fooks has worked at OPSMC since 2008 and consults at both our AAMI Park (Olympic Park) and East Melbourne Campuses, in addition to his role as team physiotherapist at the Collingwood Football Club. In addition to his work in elite sport and private practice, Lachlan has worked in orthopaedic and trauma rehabilitation. Lachlan has had broad experience working with recreational and elite athletes, and and has a particular interest in football, hockey, netball and CrossFit injuries.

Physiotherapist & Clinical Pilates Practitioner
B. Physiotherapy
Post Grad Cert. (Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation)
OPSMC

Elise Fraser has worked in both public hospital and private practice settings since graduating from La Trobe University in 2004. She is trained in DMA Clinical Pilates and has specialized in this field over the last three years. To complement her Clinical Pilates work and gain specialized assessment skills Elise completed Post Graduate studies in Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation. Elise is also skilled in the use of Real Time Ultrasound for assessment of abdominal and pelvic floor dysfunction.

Steve Hawkins
APA Sports Physiotherapist
BAppSci (Physio)
OPSMC since May 2006

Steve Hawkins works with a diverse range of athletes but has a special interest in court sports (netball, tennis, basketball). Steve has extensive experience with knee injuries (involved in research through University of Melbourne) and a special interest in sporting hand and wrist injuries (including splinting).

Victoria Kahn
B.Physio (Hons) M. Physio (Sports)
APA Sports Physiotherapist
Sports Science/Sports Medicine Manager Equestrian Australia

Victoria Kahn graduated from the University of Melbourne with honours in 2003 and completed her Masters of Sports Physiotherapy in 2010. Vic has worked in practice since graduating and is also the Sports Science/Sports Medicine Manager and team physio with Equestrian Australia, working the Olympic and Paralympic disciplines.

Mary Kinch
Physiotherapist and Clinical Pilates Practitioner
HDST (PhysEd) BAppSci(Physio)
OPSMC

Mary Kinch is a current and founding partner of OPSMC.
She is an APA titled Sports Physiotherapist and a trained Pilates practitioner. With more than 20 years Sports Medicine experience she has a vast range of both team and clinical experience. Professional interests include spinal/posture related pain, knee and ankle injuries and she has a special interest in shoulder pain both the post-surgical and conservative rehabilitation.

Ian Macindoe
APA titled Sports Physiotherapist.
OPSMC

Ian MacIndoe is an experienced APA titled physiotherapist and has been involved with a range of sports at the elite level particularly in the sports of AFL, baseball and swimming. Ian is currently physiotherapist for Richmond Football Club.

Physiotherapist
B.Sc (Hons) & B.Physio (Hons)
OPSMC - East Melbourne

Darren McMillan graduated from the University of Melbourne in 2007 and jumped straight into private practice and elite team physiotherapy. Darren has experience in treating both the elite and amateur sports person, including AFL (Richmond Football Club) and VFL (Coburg Football Club) players, as well as general patients. His clinical interests include managing both acute and chronic cases of all lower limb injuries (especially ankles) and chronic neck/shoulder problems.

Gary Nicholls

APA Titled Sports Physiotherapist
BAppSci (Physio) APA
OPSMC

Gary Nicholls is an APA Titled Sports Physiotherapist with 23 years of experience. Gary has been working at Olympic Park Sports Medicine Centre for 16 years, initially at our Albert Park Centre. Gary has worked extensively with athletes at elite and amateur levels from the following sports: AFL football, athletics, triathlons, squash, swimming, soccer and netball.

Melanie Omizzolo

Physiotherapist
BPhysio M.Physio (Sports) D.Clin. Physio
OPSMC since 2005

After graduating in 2000, Melanie Omizzolo worked in private hospitals specialising in post-operative hip, knee, shoulder and ankle rehabilitation, before pursuing a career in Sports Physiotherapy. She undertook her Masters in Sports Physiotherapy and recently completed her Clinical Doctorate in Physiotherapy. Her thesis investigated the use of a single-leg-squat as a measure of trunk stability in elite female tennis players with and without low back pain.

Physiotherapist and Clinical Pilates Instructor
B.Physio (Honours)
OPSMC

Bec Rowe graduated from The University of Melbourne with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy with Honours. She has worked in private practices in Melbourne with a focus on clinical pilates and sports physiotherapy whilst also working for the Epworth Hospital as their Breast Care and Orthopaedic physiotherapist. Bec's passion for postural and spinal conditions have seen her complete post graduate study in the McKenzie method. Bec is also certified and experienced in the use of dry needling and kinesiotaping. Bec is trained in DMA and allegro clinical pilates and is strong advocate for it's use in acute and chronic injuries and as a preventative strategy.

Physiotherapist and Clinical Pilates Instructor
Bachelor Of Physiotherapy
OPSMC

Mark Scotney graduated from Latrobe University in 2001. Over the past 10 years Mark has worked with both elite and amateur sporting teams and in a sports-orientated private practice. In 2009 he completed his DMA Clinical Pilates training which compliments his keen interest in the rehabilitation of shoulder, acute and chronic spinal pain, hip, pelvis, groin and lower limb injuries. Mark is also skilled in the use of Real Time Ultrasound for assessment and retraining of the muscles around the lower back, pelvis and hip.

Leanne Scown
Physiotherapist & Clinical Pilates Practitioner
B.Physio (Honours)
Masters of Sports Physiotherapy (in progress)
OPSMC

Leanne Scown has worked in private practice since graduating from The University of Melbourne. She completed her full training in DMA Clinical Pilates in 2004 and has specialised in this field since then, incorporating Clinical Pilates with sports specific rehabilitation from acute injury and return to play with both amateur and elite sports people.

Konrad Slavinskis
Physiotherapist
M.Phty.St (Physiotherapy)
M.App.Sci (Exercise Rehab)
B.App.Sci (Human Movement)
OPSMC - Geelong Campus

Konrad Slavinskis graduated from Victoria University in 2000 with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Human Movement) and later with a Masters Degree in Exercise for Rehabilitation. After working as an Exercise Physiologist he decided to pursue his interest in functional/exercise rehabilitation and completed a Masters of Physiotherapy Studies degree. Konrad utilises his thorough clinical assessment, manual therapy and exercise prescription skills to achieve a well-rounded, comprehensive and long lasting treatment plan for his patients.

Tristan Shipsides
BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
OPSMC - Geelong Campus

Tristan Shipsides graduated in 2001 and spent the following 9 years working in the largest UK teaching hospital where he worked in rehabilitation and respiratory before he transitioned into outpatients. During this time Tristan published in journals and presented at international conferences. After two years as a sponsored professional triathlete, Tristan returned to his career as a physiotherapist in private practice and as a triathlon coach. His experience and knowledge in triathlon has led to a professional focus in running, swimming and cycling injuries.

B. Physio
OPSMC - Geelong Campus

Karen Spreadborough has 17 years of physiotherapy experience, including involvement with Australian Women’s Lacrosse for a decade, travelling internationally for four World Championships. Meanwhile, she was gaining experience in Melbourne private practices, the last 9 years at Windy Hill Sports and Spinal Physiotherapy Clinic in Essendon.

Last Updated on Saturday, 17 September 2011 20:09

Andrew Stephens
Physiotherapist
BPhysio
OPSMC

Andrew Stephens began his career as a massage therapist and now works as a physiotherapist with OPSMC. Andrew has special interests in dance, football and track and field injuries and has 14 year’s experience treating elite athletes and dancers within sports medicine. His achievements include three years as a massage therapist to the Royal Ballet Company, national and international tours with Australian Track and Field and Modern Pentathlon teams, and consultant to the Essendon Football Club. He is currently physio for Hawthorn FC.

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