Wantirna South

Prachi Kapdule

Sports Physiotherapist

Qualifications - Masters in Advanced Clinical Physiotherapy

Dry Needling certified, NDIS registered

Main Clinical interests:-

Sports related injuries – rehabilitation and prevention

Musculoskeletal injuries and conditions

Clinical Pilates based rehabilitation 

Hip, knee and ankle injuries

Neck pain and headaches

Lower back and pelvic girdle pain

Women’s and Men’s Health 

Prachi utlises manual therapy, dry needling, taping ( rigid and kinesiotaping), Exercise Rehabilitation to get her patients back in motion. Prachi is also qualified in doing 'Cupping therapy' if requested.

Ric Amorganda

Physiotherapist

Dry Needling dertified, NDIS registered

Language spoken - English, Filipino, and Bisaya

Main Clinical Interests:

• Musculoskeletal and sports injuries
• Neck and lower back injuries
• Hip, knee, and ankle rehab
• Return to work/Sport Rehabilitation
• Clinical Pilates and Rehabilitation
• Strength and conditioning
• Physiotherapy for Elderly

Ric completed his ‘Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy Degree’. His interest originated by the fascination of how intricate the human body functions. This led to his love for analyzing and providing solutions for patients who have acquired injuries as well as those who aspire to be the best version of themselves.

Ric utilises taping, manual therapy, dry needling, exercise prescription in order to provide the best service for his clients, whether their injury is acute or long-term. Ric is a compassionate physio and strives hard to make his patients comfortable.

Ric loves to be active in the gym and to be outdoors. He is also a sports enthusiast and plays Rugby, basketball, and volleyball in his spare time.

Cheryl Austin

Physiotherapist

Cheryl is an experienced physio having worked in hospitals, community and clinical practice.

She is Dry Needling certified, NDIS registered

Clinical interests and expertise –

• NDIS & Neurological rehab (e.g. Parkinsons, Stroke, CP, MS etc)
• Work injuries and Rehabilitation
• Women’s Health – incontinence and pregnancy-related
• Pediatric cases
• Headaches and Migraines
• Back and Shoulder injuries
• Hip, Knee and Foot pain
• Arthritis patients

Regina Palicpic

Physiotherapist

Dry Needling certified ,NDIS registered

Languages spoken - fluent in English, Filipino and Bisaya

Main Clinical Interests:

- Musculoskeletal injuries and pain

- Neck and lower back/pelvic girdle pain

- Workcover and TAC injuries

- Neurological rehabilitation

- Post-op rehabilitation

- Clinical Pilates and Rehabilitation

- Physiotherapy for Elderly

Regina completed her Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy in 2014 and has gained extensive experience over the years working in Phillipines, Qatar and Australia. She is passionate about providing long term solutions to her client's injuries and pain. Regina also has a variety of experience in hospital, out-patient and aged care setting.

Regina welcomes a challenge and is passionate about providing a high standard of patient care through evidence based treatment.

She believes that profoundness of knowledge is the key to become a better healthcare provider and this fuels her to pursue further studies in the field of Physiotherapy.

Jake Heath

Physiotherapist

Qualifications - Doctor of Physiotherapy (Monash University)

Main Clinical Interests:

- Sporting Injuries/Return to Sport
- Musculoskeletal Injuries and Pain
- Strength and Conditioning
- Clinical Pilates and Rehabilitation
- Neck/Back Injuries and Pain Management
- Post-op Rehabilitation
- Osteoarthritis Management

Jake has experience studying abroad in the United States and has played basketball extensively at a high level. This includes playing as a Collegiate athlete in the United States as well as now playing for the Dandenong Rangers in NBL1 South.

Through his love for sport, Jake brings a particular passion and understanding in working with sporting clients to help them return to playing the sports they love.

Jake is equally passionate about managing chronic conditions like osteoarthritis, back pain, neck/shoulder pain and headaches. He also loves the challenge of treating foot pain and injuries.

Jake thoroughly enjoys working with clients to develop a client-tailored treatment plan that seeks to provide long-term solutions to their injuries and pain. He is a big believer that incorporating client input to help select treatment techniques results in the best outcomes for clients.

Upasana Kulkarni

Physiotherapist

Masters of Advanced Clinical Physiotherapy (Musculoskeletal)

Dry Needling Certified, NDIS registered

Languages spoken - English, Marathi, Hindi

Upasana holds a Master's degree in Advanced Clinical Physiotherapy with a specialization in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy from the University of South Australia.

Areas of Clinical interest -

• Musculoskeletal conditions, particularly those affecting the hip, lower back, and knees.
• Post operative rehabilitition
• Headaches and Neck pain
• Shoulder pain
• Exercise and Rehab
• Clinical Pilates
• Neurological rehabilition

Upasana utilises various treatment methods, including Manual therapy, Kinesio Taping, Dry Needling, and Tailored exercise programs to assist her clients towards their recovery

Outside her work, she enjoys playing badminton, music, and traveling to different destinations.

Aadi Hanskar

Physiotherapist

Dry Needling Certified. Sports Physiotherapy Level 1, NDIS registered

Languages spoken - fluent in English, Hindi and Marathi

Main Clinical Interests:

- Musculoskeletal pain and injuries

- Sporting injuries (football and Tennis)

- Workcover and TAC injuries

- Headaches and neck pain

- Neurological rehabilitation

- Post-op rehabilitation

- Kinesiotaping

Aadi completed his Masters In Public Health from Western Sydney University. He has gained extensive experience working in Physiotherapy Private practices, Community health care and also working with NDIS patients, providing physiotherapy.

Aadi is a motivated and enthusiastic physiotherapist and is passionate about working together with his patients and empowering them to achieve their health and fitness goals. He places emphasis on combining individualised exercise, education and manual therapy techniques, including kinesiotaping, in his rehabilitation programs.

Outside work, Aadi enjoys Taekwondo (1st Dan), gym, reading and exploring new places.

Hai Ching Cheung

Senior Physiotherapist

**Please be advised that appointments with Ching may involve a small additional “Senior clinician fee” **

Dry Needling Certified. GLA:D Certified.

Ching can fluently speak English, Cantonese and Mandarin.

Main areas of clinical interest:
Womens health
Prenatal/Postnal
Cervicogenic headaches
Neck and lower back pain
Clinical Exercise
Aged Care

Born and raised in Singapore, Ching moved to Australia in 2010 to pursue her tertiary studies in Bachelor of Biomedicine at University of Melbourne. Her interest in the human body and its works prompted her to move to Sydney to further her education in physiotherapy. After graduating with Doctor of Physiotherapy from Macquarie University, she returned to Melbourne and started practicing as a physiotherapist.

Ching is passionate about learning and is always seeking the newest evidence based practice and research. She also has experience working with seniors in various healthcare settings and has particular interest in chronic pain management, back and neck pain. When the opportunity arises, Ching would also love to pursue a PhD in musculoskeletal area.

Outside of work, Ching likes to explore the city lane ways with her trusty camera and enjoys a good coffee with her fiancée, Alvin. She also enjoys fixing up a good meal for her family and friends.

Sheena Kirtane

APA Titled Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist and Director

***Please be advised that appointments with Sheena may involve a small additional 'Senior Clinician' fee***

Dry Needling Certified, NDIS registered

Sheena can fluently speak English, Marathi, Hindi and can understand Gujarati.

Sheena is a titled member of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Australia, due to her completion of a Master of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy in 2010.

Sheena has gained extensive experience working in hospitals and private practices. She has always been very passionate about physiotherapy and its delivery to the community. Her special interests involve diagnosis and management of complex spine conditions (neck and back) and shoulder injuries that have difficulties recovering. She also takes interest in rehabilitation of sports injuries and assisting their return to sport. Sheena utilises dry needling and kineseo taping as adjuncts to manual therapy in the management of musculoskeletal and sports injuries. Sheena has gained vast experience in treating pelvic girdle pain and has had great results with her patients. She has great results treating patients with headaches, vertigo and TMJ (jaw) pain, as well as treating clients Pre and Post Pregnancy. 

Outside work, Sheena loves to spend time with her husband Asim and kids - Ishaan and Alysha.

Jonathan Lam

Physiotherapist

Jonathan has completed Bachelors of Physiotherapy (Honours) from Monash University. He is extremely passionate about helping all of his clients live healthier lives and be the best versions of themselves.

He is Dry Needling Certified, NDIS registered.

He is fluent in English and Mandarin

Main Clinical Interests :-

• Musculoskeletal injuries
• Hydrotherapy
• Work related injuries and Return to work rehabilitation
• Neurological rehabilitation
• Post-operative rehabilitation
• Exercise and Rehab
• Paediatric Physiotherapy

Mohsin Khan

Sports Physiotherapist

Dry Needling Certified. Australian Strength and Conditioning Association (ASCA) Level 2. Certified Kinesiology Therapist (CKT). Certified Mulligan Practitioner (CMP).

Can speak English and Hindi fluently.

Mohsin is a Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist with a Masters in Sports Physiotherapy and an experienced sports medical nomad working full-time.
He has been a Physiotherapist for athletes competing for Olympic Games, World Championships, Asian games, South Asian games and Commonwealth games within national sports institutes, & for professional sports teams (Amateur Boxing & Athletics). Having covered over 100 game days, and worked with over 1000 injured elite sports people during this period.

Mohsin is also an ASCA accredited Strength and Conditioning Coach.
He has significant experience in treating both the elite and amateur sports person, including:
* India’s top athletes/Olympians of Elite Men’s National Boxing and Athletics Team.
* Indian Super League and Pro Kabaddi League players
* Musculoskeletal patients at both Clinic and Hospital set up.

Mohsin has a real passion for returning his clients back to their chosen sport/activity/vocation. To achieve this he builds on his extensive academic qualifications by keeping up to with the latest research, ensuring his treatments are evidence-based, focused on injury prevention models and performance health strategies. Leaving no stone unturned in pursuing excellence in the sports industry.

Kerri

Practice Manger

Meet Kerrie, our Practice Manager, who seamlessly blends warmth with expertise to ensure our clinic runs smoothly. With 16 years of experience in healthcare administration,  Kerrie expertly oversees daily operations, ensuring exceptional patient care and top-notch service. Her organizational prowess and compassionate nature makes her an invaluable asset to our clinic.

Kerrie enjoys spending time with her family, watching sport and spending time outside.

India

Receptionist

India joined our team mid 2021 and is currently studying Teaching at university. India is the warm and welcoming face you will meet when you arrive at our practice. With a contagious smile and infectious enthusiasm, she makes everyone feel right at home. India expertly manages appointments, communications and patient queries with clarity and precision.

India has a passion for art, the beach and staying active! 

Amy

Receptionist

Amy is the warm smile that greets you at our clinic in Back In Moton Wantirna South. As our receptionist, Amy expertly balances efficiency with empathy, ensuring your experience is seamless and supportive. Her attention to detail and organizational skills guarantee accuracy and timeliness.

Amy takes pride in creating a welcoming atmosphere, listening attentively to your needs, and addressing concerns with compassion.

She enjoys staying active, going for runs and spending time with friends.

Sayurii

Receptionist

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Ella Collins

Receptionist

Ella is one of the newest team members and friendly face at the front desk! She is eager to provide exceptional support to our patients and physiotherapists alike.

With a passion for delivering outstanding customer service, Ella strives to make every interaction welcoming and helpful. She is dedicated to learning and growing in her role, ensuring seamless appointments and smooth communication.

Larni Dobson

Receptionist