Position: Physiotherapist

Location: Wollongong

Qualifications: Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science (UOW), Masters of Physiotherapy (USyd)

Growing up being involved in a range of different sports has given him insight into the various demands of different sports and the injuries associated with them. Lachlan’s love of travelling and passion for all things snow took him to Canada in the winter, working as a physiotherapist on the ski slopes. He believes building positive relationships through honesty and trust with his patients’ plays a major role in recovery and he enjoy helping them achieve this.

You’ll find Lachlan at the Wollongong practice treating mainly musculoskeletal and sporting injuries

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Qualifications: - Diploma of Health and Rehabilitation Science (Charles Sturt University) - Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Western Sydney University)

Matt is born and raised in Kiama and loves the close community connections that come with living in the area. He previously worked as a Live High Voltage Powerline worker before returning to study in 2016. Growing up Matt had a strong interest in all sports, playing virtually everything on offer in the area. He has a particular interest in Rugby Union, which he has played for Kiama Rugby since juniors. Matt has an interest in treating musculoskeletal injuries including lower back pain, sporting injuries, and shoulder pain.

In his spare time, you will find Matt with his wife and 2 children at the kid’s sport, relaxing at the beach/river, or trying to sneak in a game of golf.

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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.

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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.

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Qualifications: Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology, Bachelor of Exercise Science, Certificate IV Allied Health Assistance.

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 then went on to complete his Masters of Exercise Physiology through Charles Sturt University. During his studies Harry was part of the sports trainer team with BaiMed where he worked with local soccer and rugby teams.

Outside of work Harry enjoys playing golf, snowboarding and exploring the south coast with his partner and their beloved dog Archie.

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Qualifications: Masters of Physiotherapy (University of Canberra), Grad Cert Paediatrics (University of Melbourne)

Sam enjoys treating a wide range of patients and injuries, but really loves helping paediatric patients and their families. This includes infants, toddlers and young athletes in any sport. Supporting children and their families through conditions such as developmental delay, hypermobility and growth related conditions (Osgood-Schlatters etc) is where Sam really excels.

With an extensive background in gymnastics, Sam is also experienced and passionate about assessing and treating gymnasts of all levels. Understanding their complex and specific needs helps her work closely with the gymnasts team to keep them training and competing whenever possible while injured.

Outside of work, you will find Sam at the beach or park, chasing after her two young children

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Position: Exercise Physiologist Locations: Kiama / Shoalhaven

Qualifications: Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology at Charles Sturt University in 2018. Bachelor of Health Science (Sport and Exercise Science) at Western Sydney University in 2015.

Sarah is passionate about helping people with neurological conditions, including Parkinson’s disease, Multiple Sclerosis and Brain/Spinal cord injuries. Together with her colleague Ryan Parker, Sarah developed an exercise program for people living with Parkinson’s Disease, called P.D. Power.

Outside of work you’ll find Sarah heading up to The Shire to see family and friends, off on an 8-hour road trip to East Gippsland to see family with her husband and blue heeler, or staying home and enjoying beautiful Kiama.

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Qualifications: BSc Exericise Science and Nutrition 2006 from University of Wollongong, Doctor of Physiotherapy Bond University 2009

Belle is a passionate physiotherapist spending her early career on the Gold Coast working in the public sector upon graduation and then moved into private practise in 2010, where she enjoyed teaching mat and reformer pilates, and spent 4 years with the Broadbeach Cats AFL team as their trainer and then Physiotherapist.

In 2012 Belle left Australia and spent the next 7 years working internationally as a physiotherapist, pilates and yoga instructor travelling the world onboard luxury superyachts before settling in South Africa with her husband in 2019. There they welcomed their beautiful daughter Olivia in 2021 and in November 2022 relocated back to Australia.

Belle believes that the road to good health and wellness is a balance of physical, mental and spiritual aspects and like to take a holistic approach in treatment.

In her free time, Belle can be found spending time with her husband Craig and their daughter Olivia.

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Position: Physiotherapist

Location: Kiama & Wollongong

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.

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Mia Pritchett

Position: Physiotherapist

Location: Nowra and Kiama

Qualifications: Bachelor in Exercise Science and Masters in Physiotherapy.

As a child, Mia grew up travelling Australia in a caravan and then settled on the far south coast of NSW during her high school years where she was a keen surfboat rower and enjoyed the magic of the coast.

Mia moved to Wollongong after school for a change in scenery where she worked in the hospitality industry and enjoyed travelling to various places around the globe.

In 2020, amidst covid lockdowns, Mia graduated with a Bachelor in Exercise Science and in 2022 she graduated with a Masters in Physiotherapy. She enjoys treating musculoskeletal injuries and has an interest in women health, healthy ageing and neurological conditions.

Mia Enjoys warm summer days, rockpools, Bunnings, a spontaneous adventure and is a big dog and animal lover.

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Exercise Physiologist

Qualifications: Bachelor of Exercise Science and Rehabilitation (UOW )

Ash joined BaiMed’s team of Exercise Physiologists in 2021 after working and developing EP services in private physiotherapy practice in the Sutherland Shire for over 1.5 years. Prior to this Ash worked in cardiac rehabilitation at Wollongong Hospital.

Ash has a special interest in neurological conditions, such as Parkinson’s Disease, stroke, and MS. She also is interested in chronic disease management including cardiac rehabilitation, type 2 diabetes management and falls prevention.

Growing up Ash was a National level swimmer, now she enjoys snowboarding and playing AFL for the Wollongong Lions. Outside of work Ash enjoys drinking coffee and going to the beach.

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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.

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Qualifications: Diploma in Remedial Massage Therapy. Myofascial Cupping

Bernadette grew up Sydney and has recently moved to the South-Coast to escape the hustle and bustle. She is very much looking forward to a change of pace. Completing her Diploma in Remedial Massage Therapy she has worked with other Allied health professionals.

Her interest in body mechanics and having experienced the benefits firsthand has led her to pursue a career in massage. Working with a range of clients from children, elderly to athletes and people with chronic conditions. She is very passionate about helping her clients achieve a better quality of life. Offering a wide range of therapy from relaxation, sports, lymphatic drainage, injury prevention and overall assisting in relieving body aches and pain.

In her spare time Bernie is a bit of a foodie and loves to cook for family and friends. Trying out her green thumb and started a veggie garden she has become Bunnings regular on weekends. She has a cheeky 11-year-old daughter (Lily) that keeps her on her toes.

Come and say hi and chat to her about how Remedial Massage can help you.

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