Performance Centre
Level 1-147 The Avenue, Figtree NSW 2525
Meet Our Performance Centre Team
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.
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
Benjamin Kearton
Position: Physiotherapist
Qualifications: Bachelor of Exercise Science (UOW), Masters of Physiotherapy (USYD)
Ben is a dedicated physiotherapist with a passion for sport, performance, and rehabilitation. With experience working across a wide range of elite sporting environments, Ben brings a high-performance mindset to every client he sees—whether they’re returning to professional sport or simply aiming to move better in everyday life.
He has a particular interest in lower limb and tendon injuries, and thrives on helping people navigate the full rehabilitation journey—from early recovery through to peak performance and injury prevention. Ben currently works with top-level teams including the Illawarra Hawks (NBL champions) and the Illawarra Steelers, and also supports local athletes in soccer, rugby, and more.
Outside of the clinic, Ben plays soccer himself and stays active with basketball and gym training. His personal and professional experience in sport allows him to connect with athletes at all levels and tailor rehab programs that get real results.
Benjamin Kearton
Position: Physiotherapist
Qualifications: Bachelor of Exercise Science (UOW), Master of Physiotherapy (USYD)
Ben is a dedicated physiotherapist with a passion for sport, performance, and rehabilitation. With experience working across a wide range of elite sporting environments, Ben brings a high-performance mindset to every client he sees—whether they’re returning to professional sport or simply aiming to move better in everyday life.
He has a particular interest in lower limb and tendon injuries, and thrives on helping people navigate the full rehabilitation journey—from early recovery through to peak performance and injury prevention. Ben currently works with top-level teams including the Illawarra Hawks (NBL champions) and the Illawarra Steelers, and also supports local athletes in soccer, rugby, and more.
Outside of the clinic, Ben plays soccer himself and stays active with basketball and gym training. His personal and professional experience in sport allows him to connect with athletes at all levels and tailor rehab programs that get real results.
Liam Richardson
Position: Physiotherapist
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
Special Interests:
- 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 has an extensive background working in the sports and rehabilitation space. Currently, he is working in the NRL and has previously held positions with other professional teams in cricket and grassroots Rugby Union and Australian Rules. Over the years, he has developed his passion within the orthopaedic, sports injury and musculoskeletal space predominantly. Whilst his background in sport has helped shaped his clinical management, he also possesses a strong passion in helping people return to their previous function and facilitating ongoing self management strategies to minimise injury risk.
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
Special Interests:
- 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’s primary aim as a physiotherapist is to enable people to return to full function following injury. This is regardless of whether their aim is to return to sport, work or their favourite hobbies. He is passionate about ensuring people receive a high standard of care, whilst considering client’s goals and current life balance. Having worked in all levels of sport over the years (amateur, semi and elite), he has had the opportunity to work with people of all ages. These opportunities have resulted in Liam seeing many injuries commonly occurring within specific sports, which include rugby league, rugby union, Australian Rules football and cricket.
Reducing the risk of re-injury is another area that Liam is passionate about. Having completed his Masters in Strength and Conditioning, Liam believes clients should continue with ongoing maintenance programs after returning to full health. He believes musculoskeletal injury rehabilitation not only involves returning to full function, it also includes reducing the risk of subsequent injury.
Away from work, you will find Liam attempting to surf (having been born in Canberra made it challenging), going to the gym or camping within the wonderful areas of the Illawarra and surrounds.
Samantha Sunderland
Name: Samantha Sunderland
Position: Physiotherapist
Sam is a passionate and experienced physiotherapist with a special interest in paediatrics and youth sports. A mother of two young children, Sam brings both professional expertise and real-life experience to her work with young people and their families.
With additional training in paediatric physiotherapy, Sam enjoys helping children of all ages thrive in their development—from early milestones to injury recovery in active teens. She has a particular passion for working with youth athletes and gymnasts, drawing on her own background in gymnastics to provide tailored, sport-specific care.
Sam is committed to creating a supportive and engaging environment for both kids and parents, helping them feel confident and empowered through every stage of care.
Alex Phipps
Title: Physiotherapist
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Exercise Physiology – University of New South Wales
Master of Physiotherapy – University of Technology Sydney
Alex is a dedicated Physiotherapist with the passion for helping people move better and feel stronger. The majority of Alex’s clinical experience is working in musculoskeletal and sports injury rehabilitation. Alex has a specialist interest in managing injuries for the shoulder and lower limb.
Alex has had to privilege of working with athletes from a wide range of sports including AFL, Rugby League, Rugby Union and Basketball. Recently, Alex has been the Assistant Physiotherapist for the Illawarra Hawks Basketball (NBL) premiership winning team and the Head Physiotherapist for the Illawarra Steelers Rugby League (HM and SG Ball Competitions). Alex uses evidenced-based practice, objective testing and return to play protocols to ensure his athletes return to their sporting pursuits safely and efficiently.
Outside of the clinic… Alex enjoys playing basketball, travelling, staying active outdoors, coffee with friends and walking his dog, Howard.
Michael Phipps
Position: Physiotherapist
Michael is a Titled Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist with broad experience across private practice and elite sport, including roles as Head Physio at the Sydney Flames.
He is committed to delivering evidence-based, client-centred care, with a strong focus on education and active management. His clinical interests span from long-term pain management to high-performance rehabilitation and return-to-sport programs.
As Clinical Education Lead, Michael also supports the ongoing development of physiotherapists and exercise physiologists at BaiMed, ensuring high standards of care across the team.
Luke McIlwain
Position: Exercise Physiologist
Luke is an experienced Accredited Exercise Physiologist with a passion for helping people improve their quality of life through movement and education. He takes a holistic and evidence-based approach, supporting clients to better manage their health, build strength and confidence, and return to the activities that matter most to them.
Luke has a strong background in chronic pain management, having worked for several years in a multidisciplinary pain clinic. He has a particular interest in supporting people with persistent pain conditions, including Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), and understands the importance of building trust, setting realistic goals, and tailoring programs to suit each individual.
Jess Holt
Position: Exercise Physiologist
Jess has extensive experience providing one-on-one and group-based Exercise Physiology treatment across a variety of settings. She specializes in musculoskeletal and neurological rehabilitation and has a strong passion for hydrotherapy. Whether you’re looking to recover from an injury or improve your overall fitness, Jess is dedicated to helping you achieve your goals, no matter your ability level.
Performance Centre
Level 1-147 The Avenue,
Figtree NSW 2525
1300 BAIMED (1300 224 633)
