Physiotherapists
Mick Baines
Position: Managing Partner, Physiotherapist
Location: Wollongong, Kiama, Performance Centre
Qualifications: Bach App Sc. (Physiotherapy)
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Professional Achievements and Accreditations:
- Inaugural Women’s NSW State of Origin & Dragons NRLW Physio
- Jillaroos (Australian Women’s Rugby League) Physio World Cup 9’s.
- Current NSWRL State of Origin Pathways Performance Physio.
- Worked at Rugby League world cups, the NBL, the NRL and with several Olympians.
- Involved with the region’s Matildas and Socceroos players for more than 10 years
- Awarded Young business leader of the year at the Illawarra Business Awards in 2013
- Corporate supporter and Board Member of Friends of The Trust (FOTT) – committed to fundraising support for The Disability Trust.
- Founder and organiser of BaiMed 100 100s event which raises valuable funds every year to support Disability Services and FOTT.
As the founder of BaiMed, Mick is constantly amazed at how many wonderful people BaiMed has allowed him to meet and work with over the years. He has a special interest in lower body biomechanics, especially with regards to the age old debate over load vs capacity. His patients benefit from the professional network he’s formed which allows him access to the state’s top specialists and surgeons.
Mick is famous for his stories (to describe injuries and treatment) which could fill a book (Title pending: ‘Expressions of Interest’) and loves working with people to help them restore their own love of life! He constantly reminds his staff (and the world) of three simple statements that form the backbone of our existence: (1) Do good always; (2) Don’t be too concerned with first world problems; and (3) When asked how you are, always answer “amazing, wonderful or exceptional”.
Although he never really leaves work, Mick runs marathons in his spare time and is a proud father that’s loves all things family and community.
Mick Baines
Position: Managing Partner, Physiotherapist
Location: Wollongong, Kiama, Performance Centre
Qualifications: Bach App Sc. (Physiotherapy)
Professional Achievements and Accreditations:
- Inaugural Women’s NSW State of Origin & Dragons NRLW Physio
- Jillaroos (Australian Women’s Rugby League) Physio World Cup 9’s.
- Current NSWRL State of Origin Pathways Performance Physio.
- Worked at Rugby League world cups, the NBL, the NRL and with several Olympians.
- Involved with the region’s Matildas and Socceroos players for more than 10 years
- Awarded Young business leader of the year at the Illawarra Business Awards in 2013
- Corporate supporter and Board Member of Friends of The Trust (FOTT) – committed to fundraising support for The Disability Trust.
- Founder and organiser of BaiMed 100 100s event which raises valuable funds every year to support Disability Services and FOTT.
As the founder of BaiMed, Mick is constantly amazed at how many wonderful people BaiMed has allowed him to meet and work with over the years. He has a special interest in lower body biomechanics, especially with regards to the age old debate over load vs capacity. His patients benefit from the professional network he’s formed which allows him access to the state’s top specialists and surgeons.
Mick is famous for his stories (to describe injuries and treatment) which could fill a book (Title pending: ‘Expressions of Interest’) and loves working with people to help them restore their own love of life! He constantly reminds his staff (and the world) of three simple statements that form the backbone of our existence: (1) Do good always; (2) Don’t be too concerned with first world problems; and (3) When asked how you are, always answer “amazing, wonderful or exceptional”.
Although he never really leaves work, Mick runs marathons in his spare time and is a proud father that’s loves all things family and community.
Dan Lawson
Position: Performance Physiotherapist (Cronulla Sharks NRL) / Performance Director (BaiMed Performance) / Director (BaiMed)
Location: Performance Centre
Qualifications: Bachelor of Applied Science (Physio) University of Sydney, Masters of Science (Strength & Conditioning) Edith Cowan University (currently studying)
Professional Achievements and Accreditations:
- Cronulla Sharks NRL Physio – NRL premiers (2016)
- Senior Physio, St George Illawarra Dragons NRL (2008-2015)
- Team Physio, NSW country origin rugby league (2013-2017)
- Head Physio, Samoa rugby league (2009- 2011)
- Assistant Physio, NSW origin rugby league (2010)
- Member Australian Physiotherapy Association
- Member Australian Sports Physiotherapy
- Member Australian Strength and Conditioning Association
- Level 1 Strength and Conditioning Coach
- Level 2 Sports Trainer
- Published co-author “Low chronic workload and the acute:chronic workload ratio are more predictive of injury than between-match recovery time: a two-season prospective cohort study in elite rugby league players” BJSM
Dan has worked with athletes in a wide range of sports all the way up to international level. He has spent the last 10 years at the highest level of Australian sport and is passionate about bringing elite-level sports medicine and strength and conditioning service to the general public via BaiMed Performance Centre.
Born and bred in the Gong, Dan successfully juggles work life with spending time with his wife and two daughters, surfing and listening to loud music while lifting weights.
Dan Lawson
Position: Performance Physiotherapist (Cronulla Sharks NRL) / Performance Director (BaiMed Performance) / Director (BaiMed)
Location: Performance Centre
Qualifications: Bachelor of Applied Science (Physio) University of Sydney, Masters of Science (Strength & Conditioning) Edith Cowan University (currently studying)
Professional Achievements and Accreditations:
- Cronulla Sharks NRL Physio – NRL premiers (2016)
- Senior Physio, St George Illawarra Dragons NRL (2008-2015)
- Team Physio, NSW country origin rugby league (2013-2017)
- Head Physio, Samoa rugby league (2009- 2011)
- Assistant Physio, NSW origin rugby league (2010)
- Member Australian Physiotherapy Association
- Member Australian Sports Physiotherapy
- Member Australian Strength and Conditioning Association
- Level 1 Strength and Conditioning Coach
- Level 2 Sports Trainer
- Published co-author “Low chronic workload and the acute:chronic workload ratio are more predictive of injury than between-match recovery time: a two-season prospective cohort study in elite rugby league players” BJSM
Dan has worked with athletes in a wide range of sports all the way up to international level. He has spent the last 10 years at the highest level of Australian sport and is passionate about bringing elite-level sports medicine and strength and conditioning service to the general public via BaiMed Performance Centre.
Born and bred in the Gong, Dan successfully juggles work life with spending time with his wife and two daughters, surfing and listening to loud music while lifting weights.
Scott Muttdon
Position: Owner / Operations Manager / Illawarra Hawks NBL Head Physio
Location: Kiama, Wollongong, Woonona
Qualifications: Bach App Sc. (Physiotherapy)
Professional Achievements and Accreditations:
- St George Illawarra Dragons (2009-2015) physiotherapist as varying levels from junior reps, NYC, NRL.
- Illawarra Hawks Performance Program Manager 2015 – current
- NSW Junior State of Origin Physio 2014 – current
Scott has been with BaiMed since 2009 and is one of the owners. Originally based at the Wollongong clinic, he left to open the Woonona clinic in 2012 and then the Kiama clinic in 2015. His interest in holistic biomechanical based treatment, means Scott’s primary focus is on injury prevention and athletic development, and loves working with people in a team based environment to create positive change.
Outside work, Scott enjoys spending time with his family including amazing, supportive, understanding wife Sarah and two kids – boisterous, strong-willed, fiercely independent son Will and gentle natured, quiet, gorgeous daughter Nellie.
Scott Muttdon
Position: Owner / Operations Manager / Illawarra Hawks NBL Head Physio
Location: Kiama, Wollongong, Woonona
Qualifications: Bach App Sc. (Physiotherapy)
Professional Achievements and Accreditations:
- St George Illawarra Dragons (2009-2015) physiotherapist as varying levels from junior reps, NYC, NRL.
- Illawarra Hawks Performance Program Manager 2015 – current
- NSW Junior State of Origin Physio 2014 – current
Scott has been with BaiMed since 2009 and is one of the owners. Originally based at the Wollongong clinic, he left to open the Woonona clinic in 2012 and then the Kiama clinic in 2015. His interest in holistic biomechanical based treatment, means Scott’s primary focus is on injury prevention and athletic development, and loves working with people in a team based environment to create positive change.
Outside work, Scott enjoys spending time with his family including amazing, supportive, understanding wife Sarah and two kids – boisterous, strong-willed, fiercely independent son Will and gentle natured, quiet, gorgeous daughter Nellie.
Patrick Weston
Position: BaiMed Partner Titled Sports Physiotherapist, Exercise Physiologist, BaiMed Director
Location: Woonona and Wollongong
Qualifications: Master of Sports Physiotherapy (2015), Postgraduate Master of Physiotherapy (2007 University of Canberra), Exercise and Sports Science (2004 University of Sydney)
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Professional Achievements and Accreditations:
- Australian Physiotherapy Association Titled Sports Physiotherapist (2015)
- Accredited NSWIS Physiotherapist provider (2015-current)
- Head Physiotherapist to the Australian Canoe Slalom team (2008-2016)
- Team Physiotherapist at the 2012 London Olympic Games
- Clinical Pilates Instructor (2008-current)
- Dry Needling Practitioner
- Member Australian Physiotherapy Association
- Member Australian Sports Physiotherapy Association
Patrick Weston
Position: BaiMed Partner Titled Sports Physiotherapist, Exercise Physiologist, BaiMed Director
Location: Woonona and Wollongong
Qualifications: Master of Sports Physiotherapy (2015), Postgraduate Master of Physiotherapy (2007 University of Canberra), Exercise and Sports Science (2004 University of Sydney)
Professional Achievements and Accreditations:
- Australian Physiotherapy Association Titled Sports Physiotherapist (2015)
- Accredited NSWIS Physiotherapist provider (2015-current)
- Head Physiotherapist to the Australian Canoe Slalom team (2008-2016)
- Team Physiotherapist at the 2012 London Olympic Games
- Clinical Pilates Instructor (2008-current)
- Dry Needling Practitioner
- Member Australian Physiotherapy Association
- Member Australian Sports Physiotherapy Association
Luke Besgrove
Position: Physiotherapist
Location: Kiama
Qualifications: Bachelor of Health Science (USYD), Masters of Physiotherapy (USYD)
Luke grew up on the Central Coast, representing the region in rugby union. Luke has a keen interest in sport, especially in basketball and football. Following his studies he completed a physio internship at the Sydney Kings, and would like to work with professional athletes and sport again in the future.
Luke has a particular interest in vestibular physio, and also in treating knees and ankles. He values the variety of patients and people he gets to meet working as a physio.
Luke has enjoyed snowboarding in Japan, trekking to Mt Everest Base Camp and helicoptering through the Himalayas, and when he isn’t off adventuring he loves spending quality time with his dog, Kobe.
Jenna Browne
Position: Physiotherapist
Location: Shoalhaven & BaiMed Performance Centre
Qualifications: Bachelor of Coaching and Sports Science- University of Canberra, Graducate Certificate of Human Movement- University of Canberra and Masters of Physiotherapy- University of Canberra.
Jenna grew up in Jervis Bay and moved to Canberra to complete her university in 2009. She has coached gymnastics in both Nowra and Canberra at the National and Elite level. Jenna previously worked with BaiMed before moving to Perth where she practised with elite athletes including gymnasts, rugby and hockey players. Jenna also worked within Pediatrics with Child Health Services including developmental delay and integrating school aged children with disabilities and gross motor development into community sport. 2018 was a massive year for Jenna, she was the Head Physiotherapist for the Cirque Du Soleil of the Sea where she traveled with the cast through most of Europe for 9 months. Jenna has recently relocated back to the Illawarra and is offering appointments at our Shoalhaven and Kiama clinics.
Outside of work you will find Jenna along with her husband and Kelpie George exploring the beautiful South Coast.
Jenna Browne
Position: Physiotherapist
Location: Shoalhaven & BaiMed Performance Centre
Qualifications: Bachelor of Coaching and Sports Science- University of Canberra, Graducate Certificate of Human Movement- University of Canberra and Masters of Physiotherapy- University of Canberra.
Jenna grew up in Jervis Bay and moved to Canberra to complete her university in 2009. She has coached gymnastics in both Nowra and Canberra at the National and Elite level. Jenna previously worked with BaiMed before moving to Perth where she practised with elite athletes including gymnasts, rugby and hockey players. Jenna also worked within Pediatrics with Child Health Services including developmental delay and integrating school aged children with disabilities and gross motor development into community sport. 2018 was a massive year for Jenna, she was the Head Physiotherapist for the Cirque Du Soleil of the Sea where she traveled with the cast through most of Europe for 9 months. Jenna has recently relocated back to the Illawarra and is offering appointments at our Shoalhaven and Kiama clinics.
Outside of work you will find Jenna along with her husband and Kelpie George exploring the beautiful South Coast.
Matthew Bryant
Position: Physiotherapist, Exercise Physiologist, Manager at Shoalhaven clinic
Location: Shoalhaven
Qualifications: Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Hons), Bachelor of Human Movement (Ex. Sci.)
After working on the far south coast for a few years, Matt worked in London in 2011 before returning to the Shoalhaven and joining BaiMed in 2012. Among other things, he has completed advanced training in Dry Needling, cycling biomechanics and headaches.
Harbouring a keen interest in road cycling and mountain biking, Matt recently completed a 1000km charity ride from Melbourne to Nowra and rode the gruelling ‘Pioneer’ mountain bike stage race in New Zealand.
Matthew Bryant
Position: Physiotherapist, Exercise Physiologist, Manager at Shoalhaven clinic
Location: Shoalhaven
Qualifications: Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Hons), Bachelor of Human Movement (Ex. Sci.)
After working on the far south coast for a few years, Matt worked in London in 2011 before returning to the Shoalhaven and joining BaiMed in 2012. Among other things, he has completed advanced training in Dry Needling, cycling biomechanics and headaches.
Harbouring a keen interest in road cycling and mountain biking, Matt recently completed a 1000km charity ride from Melbourne to Nowra and rode the gruelling ‘Pioneer’ mountain bike stage race in New Zealand.
Jenna Browne
Position: Physiotherapist
Location: Woonona
Qualifications: BaAppSci(Phty) Sydney University
Jo has extensive physiotherapy experience and has been practising for over 15 years. You’ll find her treating out of our Woonona clinic, she enjoys working on any injury/condition but has a special interest in lumbar spine and pelvis pain. Jo has been involved with numerous local athletes at both amateur and professional levels. Jo has a love for travel and snowboarding, these passions took her to live in the UK for over two years and a winter season in Jindabyne where she treated all manner of snow sport injuries from the weekend warrior to professional Australian and International skiers and snowboarders.
Outside work you’ll find Jo spending time with her husband and her two children or drinking at coffee at her favourite café.
Joanne Buchan
Position: Physiotherapist
Location: Woonona
Qualifications: BaAppSci(Phty) Sydney University
Jo has extensive physiotherapy experience and has been practising for over 15 years. You’ll find her treating out of our Woonona clinic, she enjoys working on any injury/condition but has a special interest in lumbar spine and pelvis pain. Jo has been involved with numerous local athletes at both amateur and professional levels. Jo has a love for travel and snowboarding, these passions took her to live in the UK for over two years and a winter season in Jindabyne where she treated all manner of snow sport injuries from the weekend warrior to professional Australian and International skiers and snowboarders.
Outside work you’ll find Jo spending time with her husband and her two children or drinking at coffee at her favourite café.
John Callaghan
Position: Physiotherapist / ACL Program Coordinator
Location: BaiMed Performance Centre
Qualifications: Bachelor Science (Health and Exercise Science) – UNSW, Masters of Physiotherapy – University of Sydney
You’ll find JC busy at our Wollongong clinic assessing, treating and managing patients with predominantly musculoskeletal conditions. When he’s not there he’s at the Performance Centre providing rehab and advice to patients for a range of lower limb and ACL injuries, helping them get back into their sport of choice ASAP.
It’s the interesting and varied clinical work at BaiMed that keeps JC motivated. That and the scope for high quality and effective interventions using BaiMed’s top notch facilities. Outside work, you’ll find him at the beach, travelling, camping or just spending time with friends and family.
John Callaghan
Position: Physiotherapist / ACL Program Coordinator
Location: BaiMed Performance Centre
Qualifications: Bachelor Science (Health and Exercise Science) – UNSW, Masters of Physiotherapy – University of Sydney
You’ll find JC busy at our Wollongong clinic assessing, treating and managing patients with predominantly musculoskeletal conditions. When he’s not there he’s at the Performance Centre providing rehab and advice to patients for a range of lower limb and ACL injuries, helping them get back into their sport of choice ASAP.
It’s the interesting and varied clinical work at BaiMed that keeps JC motivated. That and the scope for high quality and effective interventions using BaiMed’s top notch facilities. Outside work, you’ll find him at the beach, travelling, camping or just spending time with friends and family.
Suzie Davies
Position: Kids Physiotherapist
Location: Kiama and Shoalhaven Clinic’s
Qualifications: B App Sc (Physio) from Sydney University (2001), Master Physio (Paediatrics) from University of Queensland (2006).
Suzie specialises in treating children. A Past Chairperson of the National Paediatric Group (NSW) of the APA, Suzie has worked as a Senior children’s physiotherapist and Service Manager at both Westmead Children’s Hospital and the Sydney Children’s Hospital.A published author on many occasions, Suzie adores kids and has devoted her career to working in Paediatrics and disability services.
Suzie is a mum to 3 beautiful boys and has a new interest in Lego, transformers, dinosaurs and diggers. On the weekends you’ll find her spending time with her family, enjoying early morning runs and Sunday afternoon BBQ’s.
Suzie Davies
Position: Kids Physiotherapist
Location: Kiama and Shoalhaven Clinic’s
Qualifications: B App Sc (Physio) from Sydney University (2001), Master Physio (Paediatrics) from University of Queensland (2006).
Suzie specialises in treating children. A Past Chairperson of the National Paediatric Group (NSW) of the APA, Suzie has worked as a Senior children’s physiotherapist and Service Manager at both Westmead Children’s Hospital and the Sydney Children’s Hospital.A published author on many occasions, Suzie adores kids and has devoted her career to working in Paediatrics and disability services.
Suzie is a mum to 3 beautiful boys and has a new interest in Lego, transformers, dinosaurs and diggers. On the weekends you’ll find her spending time with her family, enjoying early morning runs and Sunday afternoon BBQ’s.
Position: Physiotherapist
Location: Kiama, Shoalhaven
Qualifications: Bachelor of Physiotherapy
Brady joined the BaiMed team in 2015. His professional interests include sports injury rehabilitation, strength and conditioning training and treating patients with persistent pain. Outside work he loves to surf and enjoys music and travel.
Kat Dawson
Position: Physiotherapist
Location: Wollongong
Qualifications: BSc (hons) Physiotherapy Sheffield Hallam University, MSc (dip) Advancing Physiotherapy (MMACP) Sheffield Hallam University
Kat was born and raised in Lincolnshire, England. She spent 8 years working for the NHS and 4 years in private practice. Alongside this she has worked in sports, amateur rugby union, Yorkshire netball academy, and more extensively rugby league; spending nearly 10 years with Sheffield Eagles and 5 years with the Irish International Team. She has recently relocated to Australia and offers appointments at BaiMed Wollongong and Kiama.
Outside work you’ll find Kat exploring her new home, searching for English teas and playing her favourite sport, Netball.
Kat Dawson
Position: Physiotherapist
Location: Wollongong
Qualifications: BSc (hons) Physiotherapy Sheffield Hallam University, MSc (dip) Advancing Physiotherapy (MMACP) Sheffield Hallam University
Kat was born and raised in Lincolnshire, England. She spent 8 years working for the NHS and 4 years in private practice. Alongside this she has worked in sports, amateur rugby union, Yorkshire netball academy, and more extensively rugby league; spending nearly 10 years with Sheffield Eagles and 5 years with the Irish International Team. She has recently relocated to Australia and offers appointments at BaiMed Wollongong and Kiama.
Outside work you’ll find Kat exploring her new home, searching for English teas and playing her favourite sport, Netball.
Brooke Giffen
Name: Brooke Giffen
Position: Kids Physiotherapist
Location: Kiama
Qualifications: Bachelor of Physiotherapy - Australian Catholic University. Currently studying Masters of Advanced Health Care Practice (Paediatric Physiotherapy)
Brooke has a special interest in childhood related disorders and improving quality of life and participation. She enjoys working with children with neurodevelopmental delays, post-natal conditions and development and coordination disorders.
Brooke was an elite athlete training at the NSW Institute of Sport between the ages of 13-20 in the athletic events of long jump and hurdles. Due to her athletics, she travelled much of Australia and many international countries whilst competing. Due to many injuries as an adolescent, she spent many hours with my physiotherapists working on improving her performance and biomechanics. This is what lead Brooke to the Physiotherapy career path.
Outside of work you’ll find Brooke spending time at the beach, travelling to anywhere warm and sunny and keeping fit at the gym.
Jane Katkjaer
Position: Yoga instructor / Physiotherapist
Location: Kiama
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
Location: Kiama
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.
Benjamin Kearton
Position: Physiotherapist
Location: Kiama
Qualifications: Bachelor of Exercise Science (UOW), Masters of Physiotherapy (USYD)
Ben played competitive soccer locally for 22 years and social basketball, which stemmed his passion in sport and the rehabilitation process. He has a special interest in tendon injuries and sport injuries, particularly of the lower limb.
Ben appreciations being involved in the rehabilitation process, from injury to return to work, life and sport, and beyond to improved performance, functionality and injury prevention.
Ben has been a sports training for 3 years with Balgownie Football Club. Outside of work, Ben enjoys walking his blue heeler, Banjo with his fiancé Lisa, and keeping active by playing soccer, basketball and working out at the gym.
Benjamin Kearton
Position: Physiotherapist
Location: Kiama
Qualifications: Bachelor of Exercise Science (UOW), Master of Physiotherapy (USYD)
Ben played competitive soccer locally for 22 years and social basketball, which stemmed his passion in sport and the rehabilitation process. He has a special interest in tendon injuries and sport injuries, particularly of the lower limb.
Ben appreciations being involved in the rehabilitation process, from injury to return to work, life and sport, and beyond to improved performance, functionality and injury prevention.
Ben has been a sports training for 3 years with Balgownie Football Club. Outside of work, Ben enjoys walking his blue heeler, Banjo with his fiancé Lisa, and keeping active by playing soccer, basketball and working out at the gym.
Kirra Laughlan
Name: Kirra Laughlan
Position: Physiotherapist
Location: Kiama
Qualifications: Bachelor of Applied Science (Human Biology) from university of Canberra Master of Physiotherapy from University of Canberra
Kirra grew up in Kiama and always had a keen interest in Sport, she made the Australian finals for swimming and Surf Life saving, she has completed a marathon and also competed in the Coolongatta Gold. Highlights of her career thus far would be helping rehabilitate stroke survivors and amputees, working with the junior state of origin teams (with BaiMed) and the Illawarra Netball teams. Kirra is apart of our BaiMed Bumps team and has a keen interest in pre and post natal in particular returning to high intensity exercises.
Outside of work you’ll find Kirra busy spending time with her husband Tim, two children Lily and Maggie and Dogs Lockie and Lola. She enjoys surf life saving, swimming and CrossFit.
Jordan Loveridge
Position: Physiotherapist
Location: Kiama
Qualifications: Bachelor of Science (Exercise Science) – UOW Masters of Clinical Exercise Physiology – UOW and Masters of Physiotherapy – University of Sydney.
Jordan has experience working in private practice as a Physiotherapist and Exercise Physiologist. He has worked with several sports teams, including the u20’s St George Illawarra Dragons, NSW Masters Hockey, Illawarra Hockey and Rugby Union.
Jordan is passionate about, and is specially trained in, the management of vertigo and other vestibular conditions, and is BaiMed’s vertigo physio. He has completed several advanced vertigo and vestibular rehabilitation courses, and continues to further educate himself regularly. Jordan’s expertise means many of the Illawarra’s leading ENT doctors refer to him for their vertigo and dizzy patients.
Outside of work, Jordan enjoys spending time with his young family, bouncing between cafes looking for the best eggs benny, and giving his fortnightly donation of plasma to the Australian Red Cross.
Jordan Loveridge
Position: Physiotherapist
Location: Kiama
Qualifications: Bachelor of Science (Exercise Science) – UOW Masters of Clinical Exercise Physiology – UOW and Masters of Physiotherapy – University of Sydney.
Jordan has experience working in private practice as a Physiotherapist and Exercise Physiologist. He has worked with several sports teams, including the u20’s St George Illawarra Dragons, NSW Masters Hockey, Illawarra Hockey and Rugby Union.
Jordan is passionate about, and is specially trained in, the management of vertigo and other vestibular conditions, and is BaiMed’s vertigo physio. He has completed several advanced vertigo and vestibular rehabilitation courses, and continues to further educate himself regularly. Jordan’s expertise means many of the Illawarra’s leading ENT doctors refer to him for their vertigo and dizzy patients.
Outside of work, Jordan enjoys spending time with his young family, bouncing between cafes looking for the best eggs benny, and giving his fortnightly donation of plasma to the Australian Red Cross.
Jack Mack
Holly McPaul
Position: Physiotherapist and Exercise Physiologist
Location: BaiMed Performance Centre
Qualifications: Bachelor of Exercise Science and Rehabilitation UOW, Master of Physiotherapy USYD
A dancer since the age of three, and dance teacher for seven years, Holly combines high level clinical skills with her love of dance to provide specific programs for dancers – including a Dance Specific Screen, designed to highlight strengths and weaknesses in order to structure programs to suit the individual. She loves to help patients of all types get moving again and prevent reinjury.
Outside work you’ll find Holly dancing or teaching others to dance. Otherwise she’s spending time with her friends and family, who she always keeps close. And one thing she has a weakness for is a really good sleep-in!
Holly McPaul
Position: Physiotherapist and Exercise Physiologist
Location: BaiMed Performance Centre
Qualifications: Bachelor of Exercise Science and Rehabilitation UOW, Master of Physiotherapy USYD
A dancer since the age of three, and dance teacher for seven years, Holly combines high level clinical skills with her love of dance to provide specific programs for dancers – including a Dance Specific Screen, designed to highlight strengths and weaknesses in order to structure programs to suit the individual. She loves to help patients of all types get moving again and prevent reinjury.
Outside work you’ll find Holly dancing or teaching others to dance. Otherwise she’s spending time with her friends and family, who she always keeps close. And one thing she has a weakness for is a really good sleep-in!
Adam Meredith
Position: Physiotherapist
Location: Woonona & Wollongong
Qualifications: Bachelor of Science (Exercise Science) UOW – Masters of Physiotherapy at Griffith University
Adam Meredith
Position: Physiotherapist
Location: Woonona
Qualifications: Bachelor of Science (Exercise Science) UOW – Masters of Physiotherapy at Griffith University
Cara Mura
Position: Physiotherapist
Location: Kiama
Qualifications: Doctor of Physiotherapy – University of Melbourne, Bachelor of Science (Honours) – Univeristy 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
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 (especially chocolate, cashews or chocolate coated cashews).
Cara Mura
Position: Physiotherapist
Location: Kiama
Qualifications: Doctor of Physiotherapy – University of Melbourne, Bachelor of Science (Honours) – Univeristy 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
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 (especially chocolate, cashews or chocolate coated cashews).
Pete Naseby
Position: Physiotherapist
Location: Wollongong
Qualifications: Bachelor of Science (Exercise Science) – UOW, Masters of Physiotherapy (University of Melbourne)
Pete has a special interest in running, cycling and football injuries, as well as general musculoskeletal conditions. He’s had previous experience working with Australian rules football and rugby union teams, and with athletes at the elite level in the NRL. When not at work, Pete enjoys running and cycling, and spending time with family and friends.
Pete Naseby
Position: Physiotherapist
Location: Wollongong
Qualifications: Bachelor of Science (Exercise Science) – UOW, Masters of Physiotherapy (University of Melbourne)
Pete has a special interest in running, cycling and football injuries, as well as general musculoskeletal conditions. He’s had previous experience working with Australian rules football and rugby union teams, and with athletes at the elite level in the NRL. When not at work, Pete enjoys running and cycling, and spending time with family and friends.
Claire Nicholls
Position: Physiotherapist
Location: Woonona
Qualifications: Bachelor of Exercise Science Wollongong University, Masters of Physiotherapy Curtin University
Claire has always been passionate about sport and as a teenager she was a competitive swimmer and her highlights include national medals for under 17 and 18yrs, 5km and 10km open water swims. In 2017 she completed the Rottnest Channel Swim in 5hrs 57min. In her second last year of her undergraduate degree she went on exchange to North Carolina University and decided to try out for the crew team. This was an experience to be a division one athlete for 6 months in an American college.
After graduating in Curtin, Claire moved to the Snowy Mountains to Cooma and took up snowboarding and league tag. Claire worked as a sports trainer for 5 years with various sporting codes at all different levels including rugby union, rugby league and soccer. She has taught clinical Pilates for 2 years and enjoys seeing people learn to appreciate how strong and amazing their bodies are.
Outside of work you’ll find Claire playing social touch and netball, hiking and spending time with her 8 month old Kelpie who keeps her very active!
Claire Nicholls
Position: Physiotherapist
Location: Woonona
Qualifications: Bachelor of Exercise Science Wollongong University, Masters of Physiotherapy Curtin University
Claire has always been passionate about sport and as a teenager she was a competitive swimmer and her highlights include national medals for under 17 and 18yrs, 5km and 10km open water swims. In 2017 she completed the Rottnest Channel Swim in 5hrs 57min. In her second last year of her undergraduate degree she went on exchange to North Carolina University and decided to try out for the crew team. This was an experience to be a division one athlete for 6 months in an American college.
After graduating in Curtin, Claire moved to the Snowy Mountains to Cooma and took up snowboarding and league tag. Claire worked as a sports trainer for 5 years with various sporting codes at all different levels including rugby union, rugby league and soccer. She has taught clinical Pilates for 2 years and enjoys seeing people learn to appreciate how strong and amazing their bodies are.
Outside of work you’ll find Claire playing social touch and netball, hiking and spending time with her 8 month old Kelpie who keeps her very active!
John Nguyen
John previously worked in the finance industry before making the career jump to Physiotherapy due to his interest in health sciences and sports.
John has developed a special interest in sporting injuries including ACL rehabilitation, shoulder and lower limb tendinopathies over the years working in private practice. He has also been involved with sports coverage including the UNSW football club and Macarthur Rams football club in the National Premier League.
Outside of work you'll find John enjoying spending time with family, playing basketball and figuring out his next travel destination!
Callum O’Brien
Position: Physiotherapist
Location: Woonona
Qualifications: BAppSc (Sport & Exercise Science), Masters (Physiotherapy)
Callum O’Brien
Position: Physiotherapist
Location: Woonona
Qualifications: BAppSc (Sport & Exercise Science), Masters (Physiotherapy)
Ryan Parker
Position: Physiotherapist
Location: Kiama & Shoalhaven
Qualifications: Bachelor of Physiotherapy with Honours from the University of Newcastle
Ryan is originally from Tamworth, North West NSW, he grew up in the country chasing almost every sport and cultural opportunity available . He channeled his passions for water polo and music, representing Australia in both. Ryan continued a high level of national and international water polo throughout his 4 years studying in Newcastle. Ryan worked as a sports trainer for The Emerging Jets FC, Mariners Academy FC, local/state/national water polo teams and the Tongan Rugby Union team competing at the 2017 Pacific Nations Cup.
Outside of work you’ll find Ryan enjoying the wide range of water sports the South Coast has on offer, spending time with his partner and their border collie.
Ryan Parker
Position: Physiotherapist
Location: Kiama & Shoalhaven
Qualifications: Bachelor of Physiotherapy with Honours from the University of Newcastle
Ryan is originally from Tamworth, North West NSW, he grew up in the country chasing almost every sport and cultural opportunity available . He channeled his passions for water polo and music, representing Australia in both. Ryan continued a high level of national and international water polo throughout his 4 years studying in Newcastle. Ryan worked as a sports trainer for The Emerging Jets FC, Mariners Academy FC, local/state/national water polo teams and the Tongan Rugby Union team competing at the 2017 Pacific Nations Cup.
Outside of work you’ll find Ryan enjoying the wide range of water sports the South Coast has on offer, spending time with his partner and their border collie.
Michael Phipps
Position: Performance Physiotherapist
Location: Wollongong
Qualifications: Bachelor of Health Science and Master of Physiotherapy - Western Sydney University; Master of Physiotherapy (Sports Physiotherapy) - University of Queensland; ASCA Level 1 Strength and Conditioning Coach; APA Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist
Michael grew up in Southwest Sydney and graduated as a physiotherapist in 2013. Since then he has gained experience working in public hospitals and private practice settings across Sydney and Brisbane.
Michael's time is divided between clinical physiotherapy at BaiMed Wollongong and training and game-day coverage of the St George-Illawarra Dragons U20s and Reserve Grade squads.
Outside of work, Michael enjoys basketball, travel, food, TV series and coffee.
Michael Phipps
Position: Performance Physiotherapist
Location: Wollongong
Qualifications: Bachelor of Health Science and Master of Physiotherapy - Western Sydney University; Master of Physiotherapy (Sports Physiotherapy) - University of Queensland; ASCA Level 1 Strength and Conditioning Coach; APA Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist
Michael grew up in Southwest Sydney and graduated as a physiotherapist in 2013. Since then he has gained experience working in public hospitals and private practice settings across Sydney and Brisbane.
Michael's time is divided between clinical physiotherapy at BaiMed Wollongong and training and game-day coverage of the St George-Illawarra Dragons U20s and Reserve Grade squads.
Outside of work, Michael enjoys basketball, travel, food, TV series and coffee.
Jessika Ray
Position: Physiotherapist
Location: Wollongong
Qualifications: BMaster of Physiotherapy (University of Technology), Bachelor of Exercise Science (University of Wollongong), Level One Sport's Trainer (Sport's Medicine Australia), Certificate IV in Dance (Brent Street Studios)
Jess grew up dancing and playing netball in a small country town, before moving to Sydney and training full time as a dancer (majoring in contemporary and ballet). After sustaining some overuse injuries dancing, Jess moved to to Wollongong where she began her journey as a Physiotherapist.
Over the past few years, Jess has been a sports trainer for the Illawarra Stingrays (WNPL), Port Kembla F.C. and Warilla Wanderers. Whilst also working in a hospital setting where she gained experience in orthopedic, neurological and geriatric physiotherapy.
Jess enjoys spending time with friends, swimming at the beach, cooking, going to the gym, bush walking, and listening to music in her spare time.
Liam Richardson
Position: Performance Physiotherapist/Athletic Performance Coach
Location: TeleHealth, Performance Centre, Kiama, Woonona
Qualifications: Bach. of Physiotherapy & Mast. of Exercise Science (Strength & Conditioning)
Professional Achievements and Accreditations:
- NRL Rehabilitation Physiotherapist to St George Illawarra Dragons (2017 – 2019)
- Head Physiotherapist ACT/NSW Men’s Comets Cricket Team – Futures League (2016 – 2017)
- Australia Under 15’s Female Physiotherapist (2017)
- ACT/NSW Country Under 15/17’s Pathway Physiotherapist (2016 – 2017)
- Level 1 Sports Physiotherapist
- APA Member
- Rehabilitation of individuals for return to sports following acute or chronic musculoskeletal injury – shoulder, Achilles and hamstring injuries
- Acute and chronic shoulder injuries – Coordinator for the ‘Cuff Strong’ Program
- Facilitating return to full function for upper body limb injuries
- Return to run rehabilitation following lower body injuries
Liam Richardson
Position: Performance Physiotherapist/Athletic Performance Coach
Location: TeleHealth, Performance Centre, Kiama, Woonona
Qualifications: Bach. of Physiotherapy & Mast. of Exercise Science (Strength & Conditioning)
Professional Achievements and Accreditations:
- NRL Rehabilitation Physiotherapist to St George Illawarra Dragons (2017 – 2019)
- Head Physiotherapist ACT/NSW Men’s Comets Cricket Team – Futures League (2016 – 2017)
- Australia Under 15’s Female Physiotherapist (2017)
- ACT/NSW Country Under 15/17’s Pathway Physiotherapist (2016 – 2017)
- Level 1 Sports Physiotherapist
- APA Member
- Rehabilitation of individuals for return to sports following acute or chronic musculoskeletal injury – shoulder, Achilles and hamstring injuries
- Acute and chronic shoulder injuries – Coordinator for the ‘Cuff Strong’ Program
- Facilitating return to full function for upper body limb injuries
- Return to run rehabilitation following lower body injuries
Melinda Sandon
Position: Women’s Health Physiotherapist
Location: Woonona
Qualifications: BAppSci (Physiotherapy) Sydney University / Postgraduate studies (WHTA) Women’s Health Training Association
Melinda has worked in a variety of public and private settings since her graduation in 2004 across the Sydney, Illawarra and Central Coast Health districts.
In 2015, Melinda commenced advanced training in pelvic floor management and established a Women’s Health Physiotherapy clinic at Bateau Bay Medical Centre, whilst living on the NSW central coast.
Melinda is thrilled to be joining the BaiMed team, practicing out of our Woonona clinic. Having recently settled at Thirroul with her husband and four young children, she’ll often be seen running around the local beaches, playgrounds and coffee shops trying to keep up with the many commitments of her busy family.Melinda Sandon
Position: Women’s Health Physiotherapist
Location: Woonona
Qualifications: BAppSci (Physiotherapy) Sydney University / Postgraduate studies (WHTA) Women’s Health Training Association
Melinda has worked in a variety of public and private settings since her graduation in 2004 across the Sydney, Illawarra and Central Coast Health districts.
In 2015, Melinda commenced advanced training in pelvic floor management and established a Women’s Health Physiotherapy clinic at Bateau Bay Medical Centre, whilst living on the NSW central coast.
Melinda is thrilled to be joining the BaiMed team, practicing out of our Woonona clinic. Having recently settled at Thirroul with her husband and four young children, she’ll often be seen running around the local beaches, playgrounds and coffee shops trying to keep up with the many commitments of her busy family.
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Jai Suckley
Position: Physiotherapist
Location: Kiama & Shoalhaven
Qualifications: Bachelor of Exercise Science at the University of Wollongong, Masters of Physiotherapy at the University of Technology, Sydney
Jai grew up in the small country town of Binnaway and moved to Shellharbour in 2011 where he finished off high school and started University. He has been a lifeguard for 8 years and a sports trainer for 4 years, working at a range of clubs in Rugby League, Soccer and Basketball Koori Knockouts.
Jai is confident and reliable practitioner, he takes great care in treating his clients and helping them meet their goals to improve their quality of life.
Outside of work, Jai enjoys water skiing, camping, basketball (playing or watching), sport, fitness
Jai Suckley
Position: Physiotherapist
Location: Kiama & Shoalhaven
Qualifications: Bachelor of Exercise Science at the University of Wollongong, Masters of Physiotherapy at the University of Technology, Sydney
Jai grew up in the small country town of Binnaway and moved to Shellharbour in 2011 where he finished off high school and started University. He has been a lifeguard for 8 years and a sports trainer for 4 years, working at a range of clubs in Rugby League, Soccer and Basketball Koori Knockouts.
Jai is confident and reliable practitioner, he takes great care in treating his clients and helping them meet their goals to improve their quality of life.
Outside of work, Jai enjoys water skiing, camping, basketball (playing or watching), sport, fitness
Jess Stoll
Position: Physiotherapist
Location: Kiama / Shoalhaven
Qualifications: Bachelor of Physiotherapy - Charles Sturt University in Orange NSW Graduated in 2013
Jess gained experience in rural private practice and had exposure to every avenue from paediatrics, aged care, acute hospital to sports physiotherapy. In 2017 Jess relocated to Wollongong to gain more experience in sports and musculoskeletal private practice. Jess played representative cricket at a junior level and went on to coach the Riverina Cricket Female Academy from 2014-2018. She has also worked as a Physiotherapist for the Country NSW Cricket Team since 2017.
Jess has a special interest in Women’s Health and the treatment of the Throwing Shoulder which is common in overhead athletes.
Jess comes from an Italian heritage so her love of food and cooking is guaranteed. Outside of work you’ll find Jess exploring new places, supporting her AFL team St Kilda and playing cricket.
Jess Stoll
Position: Physiotherapist
Location: Kiama / Shoalhaven
Qualifications: Bachelor of Physiotherapy - Charles Sturt University in Orange NSW Graduated in 2013
Jess gained experience in rural private practice and had exposure to every avenue from paediatrics, aged care, acute hospital to sports physiotherapy. In 2017 Jess relocated to Wollongong to gain more experience in sports and musculoskeletal private practice. Jess played representative cricket at a junior level and went on to coach the Riverina Cricket Female Academy from 2014-2018. She has also worked as a Physiotherapist for the Country NSW Cricket Team since 2017.
Jess has a special interest in Women’s Health and the treatment of the Throwing Shoulder which is common in overhead athletes.
Jess comes from an Italian heritage so her love of food and cooking is guaranteed. Outside of work you’ll find Jess exploring new places, supporting her AFL team St Kilda and playing cricket.
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Lachlan Waters
Position: Physiotherapist
Location: Wollongong
Qualifications: Bachelor of Exercise Science (UOW), Master of Physiotherapy (USYD)
Lachlan grew up in the Macarthur region playing a number of different sports and therefore incurring a number of different injuries. Through these injuries, Lachlan found himself at the physio fairly often, which prompted an interest in physiotherapy as career.
Lachlan enjoys the opportunities that Baimed offers professionally with development of his physiotherapy career under a supportive team with a wealth of knowledge and experience. He says "Some of the connections to sports teams offers experiences that I would not find anywhere else".
Outside of work, Lachlan loves traveling, skiing and snowboarding, hiking, fitness, health, family time, coffees on the beach, surfingLachlan Waters
Position: Physiotherapist
Location: Wollongong
Qualifications: Bachelor of Exercise Science (UOW), Master of Physiotherapy (USYD)
Lachlan grew up in the Macarthur region playing a number of different sports and therefore incurring a number of different injuries. Through these injuries, Lachlan found himself at the physio fairly often, which prompted an interest in physiotherapy as career.
Lachlan enjoys the opportunities that BaiMed offers professionally with development of his physiotherapy career under a supportive team with a wealth of knowledge and experience. He says "Some of the connections to sports teams offers experiences that I would not find anywhere else".
Outside of work, Lachlan loves traveling, skiing and snowboarding, hiking, fitness, health, family time, coffees on the beach, surfing
Luke Wilson
Position: Performance Physiotherapist
Location: BaiMed Performance Centre, Figtree
Qualifications:
Masters of Sports Physio (LaTrobe)
Masters of S&C (Edith Cowan)
Masters of Physio (University of Canberra)
Graduate Diploma Rehab (University of Wollongong)
Bachelor of Exercise Science (University of Wollongong)
Luke has spent the last six years in the NRL with the Raiders (2014-2015) & Warriors (2016-2019), prior to that he spent 4 years in Toronto, Canada with Canadian Olympic teams. Luke has a special interest in treating shoulders and knees, particularly throwing shoulder and jumping/change of direction athletes. Outside of work you’ll find Luke spending time with his wife Melissa and two year old Charlie. They love travelling and experiencing new places. He also loves all sports but baseball is his favourite.Luke Wilson
Position: Performance Physiotherapist
Location: BaiMed Performance Centre, Figtree
Qualifications:
- Masters of Sports Physio (LaTrobe)
- Masters of S&C (Edith Cowan)
- Masters of Physio (University of Canberra)
- Graduate Diploma Rehab (University of Wollongong)
- Bachelor of Exercise Science (University of Wollongong)
Exercise Physiologists
Chris Jaffrey
Position: Exercise Physiologist / Athlete Performance Coach / Strength & Conditioning Coach
Location: BaiMed Performance Centre
Qualifications: Bachelor of Science (Exercise Science) University of Wollongong, Masters of Science (Strength & Conditioning) Edith Cowan University
Professional Achievements and Accreditations:
- Accredited Exercise Physiologist
- Level 2 Sports Trainer
- Head Strength & Conditioning Coach – Illawarra Steelers Harold Matts (2012-13)
- Head Strength & Conditioning Coach – Illawarra Steelers SG Ball (2014)
- Junior High Performance Coach – St George Illawarra Dragons (2012-14)
- Head Strength & Conditioning Coach – Illawarra Cutters (2015)
- Head Strength & Conditioning Coach – Illawarra Cutters NSW Intrust Premiership State and National Premiers (2016)
- Head Athletic Performance Coach- NRLW St George Illawarra Dragons (2018, 2019)- Grand Finalists (2019)
- Strength and Conditioning Coach- UFC Fighter Alex Volkanovski (2018-Current)
Chris has more than ten years’ experience in the exercise physiology, personal training and strength and conditioning fields. Hailing from Mollymook on the NSW South Coast, he moved to Wollongong for 2003 and (besides nine months living in the UK) has lived here ever since.
Married with two young boys, he loves rugby league, cricket and anything that keeps kids occupied.
Chris Jaffrey
Position: Exercise Physiologist / Athlete Performance Coach / Strength & Conditioning Coach
Location: BaiMed Performance Centre
Qualifications: Bachelor of Science (Exercise Science) University of Wollongong, Masters of Science (Strength & Conditioning) Edith Cowan University
Professional Achievements and Accreditations:
- Accredited Exercise Physiologist
- Level 2 Sports Trainer
- Head Strength & Conditioning Coach – Illawarra Steelers Harold Matts (2012-13)
- Head Strength & Conditioning Coach – Illawarra Steelers SG Ball (2014)
- Junior High Performance Coach – St George Illawarra Dragons (2012-14)
- Head Strength & Conditioning Coach – Illawarra Cutters (2015)
- Head Strength & Conditioning Coach – Illawarra Cutters NSW Intrust Premiership State and National Premiers (2016)
- Head Athletic Performance Coach- NRLW St George Illawarra Dragons (2018, 2019)- Grand Finalists (2019)
- Strength and Conditioning Coach- UFC Fighter Alex Volkanovski (2018-Current)
Chris has more than ten years’ experience in the exercise physiology, personal training and strength and conditioning fields. Hailing from Mollymook on the NSW South Coast, he moved to Wollongong for 2003 and (besides nine months living in the UK) has lived here ever since.
Married with two young boys, he loves rugby league, cricket and anything that keeps kids occupied.
Sarah Bremner
Position: Exercise Physiologist
Locations: Kiama / Shoalhaven
Qualifications: Bachelor of Health Science (Sport and Exercise Science) at Western Sydney University in 2015 and a Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology at Charles Sturt University in 2018
Originally from Engadine, before moving to Kiama Sarah worked in the neuromuscular rehabilitation clinic in Sydney. Sarah is passionate about treating neurological conditions in particular Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis and stroke.
Outside of work you'll find Sarah spending time with her friends and family, playing netball, enjoying the beach, bush walks, camping and taking Jock (Sarah's Blue Heeler) to the dog park.
Sarah Bremner
Position: Exercise Physiologist
Locations: Kiama / Shoalhaven
Qualifications: Bachelor of Health Science (Sport and Exercise Science) at Western Sydney University in 2015 and a Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology at Charles Sturt University in 2018
Originally from Engadine, before moving to Kiama Sarah worked in the neuromuscular rehabilitation clinic in Sydney. Sarah is passionate about treating neurological conditions in particular Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis and stroke.
Outside of work you'll find Sarah spending time with her friends and family, playing netball, enjoying the beach, bush walks, camping and taking Jock (Sarah's Blue Heeler) to the dog park.
Harrison Freund
Position: Exercise Physiologist
Location: Performance Centre Figtree and Kiama
Qualifications: Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology – The University of New England
Originally from Nelson Bay Harry moved to Wollongong following the completion of his degree. Before BaiMed Harry completed a sport science internship with NSWRL where he worked within the origin pathways program primarily with the U18s NSW origin team.
Outside of work you’ll find Harry playing AFL which he has done for the last 10 years, being outdoors and travelling. Japan is his favourite destination due to its amazing culture, snow and food.
Harrison Freund
Position: Exercise Physiologist
Location: Performance Centre Figtree and Kiama
Qualifications: Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology – The University of New England
Originally from Nelson Bay Harry moved to Wollongong following the completion of his degree. Before BaiMed Harry completed a sport science internship with NSWRL where he worked within the origin pathways program primarily with the U18s NSW origin team.
Outside of work you’ll find Harry playing AFL which he has done for the last 10 years, being outdoors and travelling. Japan is his favourite destination due to its amazing culture, snow and food.
Rob Jamieson
Location: BaiMed Performance Centre
Qualifications: Bachelors in Exercise Physiology and Rehabilitation at The University of Canberra
Rob grew up in Canberra and during his University degree he was exposed to a number of experiences in a variety of rehabilitation and performance settings. In 2015-2019 Rob worked apart of the Belconnen Magpies Football Club Strength, Condition & Rehabilitation team during Australian Rules Football Canberra First and Second grade competitions. During the 2017 season Rob completed an internship with Brumbies/ Vikings rugby with the performance analysis team. In 2018 he lived and worked in Canada with the Canadian Sports Institute Atlantic with Canadian Canoe and Kayak team, Female Canada Ice hockey athletes, Canada gymnastics athletes, Junior and Provincial Ice hockey, soccer, gymnastics, rugby athletes and Nova Scotia Hockey. In the 2018/19 season NRL season he worked as the Assistant Speed and Agility coach with the Canberra Raiders. In 2019 Rob worked alongside Chris Jaffery in the NRLW competition as the Assistant Strength and Conditioning coach for the St George Illawarra Dragons and most recently in 2019/20 he worked alongside Chris Jaffery in the NRLW nines competition as the Assistant Strength and Conditioning coach for the St George Illawarra Dragons.
Rob has a special interest in ACL’s due to the server impact it has globally. Outside of work you’ll find Rob spending time with his friends and family, enjoying the outdoors, hiking, camping fishing and exploring beaches aswell as keeping active by playing social sports and at the gymRob Jamieson
Location: BaiMed Performance Centre
Qualifications: Bachelors in Exercise Physiology and Rehabilitation at The University of Canberra
Rob grew up in Canberra and during his University degree he was exposed to a number of experiences in a variety of rehabilitation and performance settings. In 2015-2019 Rob worked apart of the Belconnen Magpies Football Club Strength, Condition & Rehabilitation team during Australian Rules Football Canberra First and Second grade competitions. During the 2017 season Rob completed an internship with Brumbies/ Vikings rugby with the performance analysis team. In 2018 he lived and worked in Canada with the Canadian Sports Institute Atlantic with Canadian Canoe and Kayak team, Female Canada Ice hockey athletes, Canada gymnastics athletes, Junior and Provincial Ice hockey, soccer, gymnastics, rugby athletes and Nova Scotia Hockey. In the 2018/19 season NRL season he worked as the Assistant Speed and Agility coach with the Canberra Raiders. In 2019 Rob worked alongside Chris Jaffery in the NRLW competition as the Assistant Strength and Conditioning coach for the St George Illawarra Dragons and most recently in 2019/20 he worked alongside Chris Jaffery in the NRLW nines competition as the Assistant Strength and Conditioning coach for the St George Illawarra Dragons.
Rob has a special interest in ACL’s due to the server impact it has globally. Outside of work you’ll find Rob spending time with his friends and family, enjoying the outdoors, hiking, camping fishing and exploring beaches aswell as keeping active by playing social sports and at the gym
Ellen Lee
Name: Ellen Lee Position: Exercise Physiologist Location: Woonona Qualifications: Bachelor of Exercise Physiology & Rehabilitation (University of Canberra - Completed 2019), Masters in Disability & Inclusion (Deakin University - Currently Undertaking)
Ellen grew up in a big Italian family, she loves to cook, eat and travel. She played softball growing up and represented the ACT from U13-U19 at a state level. She has a special interest in assisting people with disabilities to help empower peoples lives. Outside of work you will find Ellen at the beach, spending time with her family, friends and her puppy!
Nicholas Rowston
Position: Exercise Physiologist
Location: Nowra / BaiMed Performance Centre
Qualifications: Bachelor of Exercise Physiology and Rehabilitation (University of Canberra),Sports Trainer lvl 1 (Sports Medicine Australia) and Cert III and IV Fitness
Nicholas Rowston
Position: Exercise Physiologist
Location: Nowra / BaiMed Performance Centre
Qualifications: Bachelor of Exercise Physiology and Rehabilitation (University of Canberra),Sports Trainer lvl 1 (Sports Medicine Australia) and Cert III and IV Fitness
Maddie Stephens
Position: Exercise Physiologist
Location: BaiMed Performance Centre and Nowra
Qualifications: Bachelor of Exercise Science – University of Wollongong (2017), Masters of Exercise Science (Strength & Conditioning) – Edith Cowan University (2019), Masters of Clinical Exercise Physiology – Charles Sturt University (2021), Level 2 ASCA Strength & Conditioning Coach
Maddie has been a part of the BaiMed family since 2015, initially in our admin team and then as a Strength and Conditioning Coach from 2019. Maddie has been the South Coast Blaze Strength and Conditioning Coach for two years since their inclusion in the Netball NSW Premier League.
After graduating from a Masters of Clinical Exercise Physiology in 2021, Maddie progressed to working as an Exercise Physiologist in the BaiMed Performance Centre and Nowra clinic.
Maddie‘s special interests are in youth long term athletic development, return to sport, and high-performance strength and conditioning. Maddie also has a focus in gymnastics, after being a gymnast herself for 16 years, and a Gymnastics Coach at SCYC Nowra Gymnastics for 9 years.
Away from work, Maddie loves spending time with her fiancé, Lachlan, and their spotty Dalmatian puppy, Poppy. Maddie also enjoys going to the gym, socialising with friends and exploring new places and tracks.
Maddie Stephens
Position: Exercise Physiologist
Location: BaiMed Performance Centre and Nowra
Qualifications: Bachelor of Exercise Science – University of Wollongong (2017), Masters of Exercise Science (Strength & Conditioning) – Edith Cowan University (2019), Masters of Clinical Exercise Physiology – Charles Sturt University (2021), Level 2 ASCA Strength & Conditioning Coach
Maddie has been a part of the BaiMed family since 2015, initially in our admin team and then as a Strength and Conditioning Coach from 2019. Maddie has been the South Coast Blaze Strength and Conditioning Coach for two years since their inclusion in the Netball NSW Premier League.
After graduating from a Masters of Clinical Exercise Physiology in 2021, Maddie progressed to working as an Exercise Physiologist in the BaiMed Performance Centre and Nowra clinic.
Maddie‘s special interests are in youth long term athletic development, return to sport, and high-performance strength and conditioning. Maddie also has a focus in gymnastics, after being a gymnast herself for 16 years, and a Gymnastics Coach at SCYC Nowra Gymnastics for 9 years.
Away from work, Maddie loves spending time with her fiancé, Lachlan, and their spotty Dalmatian puppy, Poppy. Maddie also enjoys going to the gym, socialising with friends and exploring new places and tracks.
Alex Verass
Position: Exercise Physiologist
Location: BaiMed Performance Centre and Woonona
Qualifications: Bachelor of Exercise Physiology and Rehabilitation at University of Canberra
Alex grew up in Canberra, always playing and being passionate about sport. He was heavily involved with my rugby club which included him helping run a high performance strength and conditioning program during the off season. He also completed an internship with a top end rehab provider in Canberra.
Alex enjoys consulting with clients, running physical assessments, prescribing, explaining and demonstrating rehabilitation exercises, & athlete development.
Outside of work, Alex likes playing and watching rugby, taking his dog to the beach, bike rides, running, travelling and exploring, spending time with his friends and family
Alex Verass
Position: Exercise Physiologist
Location: BaiMed Performance Centre and Woonona
Qualifications: Bachelor of Exercise Physiology and Rehabilitation at University of Canberra
Alex grew up in Canberra, always playing and being passionate about sport. He was heavily involved with my rugby club which included him helping run a high performance strength and conditioning program during the off season. He also completed an internship with a top end rehab provider in Canberra.
Alex enjoys consulting with clients, running physical assessments, prescribing, explaining and demonstrating rehabilitation exercises, & athlete development.
Outside of work, Alex likes playing and watching rugby, taking his dog to the beach, bike rides, running, travelling and exploring, spending time with his friends and family
Dietitians
Jodie Hirst
Position: Dietitian
Location: Wollongong / Woonona / Nowra
Qualifications: Masters of Science (Nutrition and Dietetics), Bachelor of Science (Nutrition), Accredited Practicing Dietitian, Accredited Sports Dietitian
Jodie passionately believes health and nutrition work hand in hand. She loves working with people to help them achieve their health goals – by offering them a new perspective on nutrition, one that works for them.
Mum to two busy, active (hungry) young boys, Jodie enjoys keeping fit in her ‘spare’ time by running and going to the gym. She also loves (would you believe it) food, whether it be cooking and entertaining at home, or eating out with friends.
Podiatrists
Ryan Quintano
Position: Podiatrist
Location: Wollongong
Qualifications: Bachelor of Applied Science (Podiatry)
Hailing from ‘the Shire’, Ryno moved Campbelltown to study, and when he finished he took off travelling. He spent two years in Bendigo and worked at Westmead hospital and Duntroon Canberra before starting his own sports podiatry clinic. After moving to the Illawarra, Ryan joined the BaiMed team.
Outside of work, Ryan enjoys spending time with wife Carly and their son Lachie. He’s into triathlons, surfing, running, morning walks with the wife and bub and loves eggs benedict, coffee and chocolate.
Ryan Quintano
Position: Podiatrist
Location: Wollongong
Qualifications: Bachelor of Applied Science (Podiatry)
Hailing from ‘the Shire’, Ryno moved Campbelltown to study, and when he finished he took off travelling. He spent two years in Bendigo and worked at Westmead hospital and Duntroon Canberra before starting his own sports podiatry clinic. After moving to the Illawarra, Ryan joined the BaiMed team.
Outside of work, Ryan enjoys spending time with wife Carly and their son Lachie. He’s into triathlons, surfing, running, morning walks with the wife and bub and loves eggs benedict, coffee and chocolate.
Consultants
Sam Tait
BaiMed is excited to announce the addition of Sam Tait, Paralympian, to our team. Sam became a complete T10 Paraplegic 8 years ago, aged 22, after a motorbike accident in Wollongong. As an experienced able bodied skier, Sam demonstrated enormous courage, determination and persistence in adapting to his new capabilities and the sport of Sit-Skiing. After competing in 5 events at the 2018 Winter Olympics, Sam's hard work has seen him become a serious medal threat at the Beijing Winter Olympics next year.- Developing strategies for participation at:
- home
- community
- work
- social
- recreation
- Exercise programs
- Facilitation with therapy programs
- Life skills
- Mentoring
- Supported social, recreational and outdoor exercise
- Sit ski assessments and coaching