Kiama Clinic
29 Collins St, Kiama NSW 2533
Meet Our Kiama Team
Matt Cook
Position: Physiotherapist
Qualifications:
- Diploma of Health and Rehabilitation Science (Charles Sturt University)
- Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Western Sydney University)
Matt Cook is a dedicated physiotherapist based in his hometown of Kiama. Born and raised in this vibrant coastal community, he developed a passion for sports and rehabilitation, which led him to pursue a career in physiotherapy. Matt enjoys treating sporting injuries and works diligently to support athletes and individuals of all ages in their recovery and rehabilitation.
With a strong commitment to his local community, Matt actively participates in health initiatives such as the Kiama Parkinson’s Disease Support Group, promoting wellness and exercise to improve quality of life. Outside of work, Matt enjoys surf boat rowing, golf, and rugby union.
Cara French
Position: Physiotherapist
Qualifications: Doctor of Physiotherapy – University of Melbourne, Bachelor of Science (Honours) – University of Wollongong, Bachelor of Science (Exercise Science and Nutrition) – University of Wollongong, currently completing Masters of Advanced Clinical Physiotherapy (Sports) at the University of South Australia.
Professional Achievements and Accreditations:
- Physio and Development Physio for Victorian Swimming state team,
- Victorian Talent ID squad and Victorian institute of Sport (VIS)
- Physio with the Australian Swimming team and
- Australian swimming IX excellence program
- Physio at two Australian Swimming Podium Training centres
- Trainer and Physio for Western Bulldogs AFL team
- Physio for the under 18 Victorian Country AFL team
- Physio for Melbourne Aces Baseball team
Bio:
Growing up in Kiama, Cara spent most of her early life swimming and doing surf lifesaving. While studying in Melbourne, she worked with a variety of elite sporting teams in both AFL and Baseball. After university, Cara worked in private practice in Melbourne, where she had the opportunity to specialise in swimming, working as Physio for Nunawading and MLC Swimming teams. This led to a range of further opportunities working with elite swimmers.
Cara has presented education seminars on injury prevention, improving performance and the importance of screening to swim coaches and athletes at the Victorian Institute of Sport, various Victorian swimming training camps, the ASCTA conference and the GH Australian Swimming Gold Squad training camp.
She relocated from Melbourne to join the BaiMed Team in December 2015. Outside work of course Cara loves swimming, but she also enjoys cooking, reading, and food.
Mia Pritchett
Position: Physiotherapist
Originally from the far south coast of NSW, Mia spent her teenage years enjoying the beaches around her home town of Tuross Head and competing in surfboat rowing up and down the coast. Mia has been living in the Illawarra region for the past 10 years working in hospitality and then as a Physiotherapist at BaiMed.
Mia loves working with people of every age group but has developed particular interests in healthy ageing, osteoarthritis management and neurological conditions.
Outside of work, Mia enjoys travelling the world, hiking the beautiful south coast, being creative and spending time at the beach with her two fluffy groodles.
Harry Brignall
Position: Exercise Physiologist
Harry grew up in the Southern Highlands where he played multiple sports including soccer and basketball. In 2019 he made the move to the Illawarra whilst completing his Exercise Science degree at University of Wollongong.
Harry is passionate about helping individuals improve their health, function and quality of life. Whether your an athlete, dealing with an injury or have a long-term health condition.
Outside of work Harry enjoys playing golf, snowboarding, and exploring the south coast.
Kat Dawson
Position: Manager of Clinical Services & Physiotherapist
Location: Wollongong & Kiama
Qualifications: BSc (hons) Physiotherapy Sheffield Hallam University, MSc (dip) Advancing Physiotherapy (MMACP) Sheffield Hallam University
Kat Dawson
Position: Manager of Clinical Services & Physiotherapist
Location: Wollongong & Kiama
Qualifications: BSc (hons) Physiotherapy Sheffield Hallam University, MSc (dip) Advancing Physiotherapy (MMACP) Sheffield Hallam University
Jane Katkjaer
Position: Yoga instructor / Physiotherapist
Qualifications: BSc Physiotherapy (Uni of Sydney) and two-year Dansk Yoga Certificate (Copenhagen).
Jane joined BaiMed in 2016 upon returning to Australia after 20 years living and working in Hong Kong, Denmark and Dubai.
Jane’s interest and experience is in exercise-prescription training based on in-depth yoga theory and practice. Her passion lies with the relationship between breath control, yoga and physiotherapy. She teaches PhysioYoga in Kiama combining these practices to give clients maximum benefit for their own sport or lifestyle.
In her free time, she is pounding the laps of the Kiama outdoor pools with her husband, or driving their daughter to her various swim meets.
Jane Katkjaer
Position: Yoga instructor / Physiotherapist
Qualifications: BSc Physiotherapy (Uni of Sydney) and two-year Dansk Yoga Certificate (Copenhagen).
Jane joined BaiMed in 2016 upon returning to Australia after 20 years living and working in Hong Kong, Denmark and Dubai.
Jane’s interest and experience is in exercise-prescription training based on in-depth yoga theory and practice. Her passion lies with the relationship between breath control, yoga and physiotherapy. She teaches PhysioYoga in Kiama combining these practices to give clients maximum benefit for their own sport or lifestyle.
In her free time, she is pounding the laps of the Kiama outdoor pools with her husband, or driving their daughter to her various swim meets.