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: 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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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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Heath’s passion for movement and the gym sparked his journey into Physiotherapy. Witnessing the transformative power of exercise on his own wellbeing, he was inspired to empower others on their path to optimal health.

Since qualifying in 2019, Heath has gained a wealth of experience working with patients across Sydney, the Shoalhaven, and the Illawarra. His background as a sports trainer and a qualified personal trainer has equipped him to effectively guide individuals towards achieving their specific goals.

Outside the clinic, you might find Heath hitting the gym, glued to a Formula 1 race, or tackling some backyard renovations.

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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: Physiotherapist

Location: Nowra

Qualifications: - Bachelor of Physiotherapy - Diploma of Remedial Massage Therapy

Mitchell was born and raised in Canberra and has recently moved to the South Coast to start his career in physiotherapy.

Mitchell grew up playing a range of sports such as AFL, Softball, Ultimate Frisbee, and Oztag. During this time, Mitchell incurred a range of injuries, which resulted in spending time with physiotherapists. This is where his interest and passion for a career as a physiotherapist sparked.

Over his years of study at the University of Canberra, Mitchell assisted local sporting clubs as a sports trainer for both AFL and Soccer. Mitchell has also assisted as a sports training for the Fremantle Dockers Football Club on multiple occasions.

Mitchell has an interest in sports related injuries involving the lower limb or shoulder and is keen to assist people in reaching their recovery goals.

Outside of work, Mitchell enjoys spending time at the gym, running, fishing, and being with friends.

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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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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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Qualifications: Undergraduate: Bachelor of Science: Exercise science and human performance (McMurry University, Texas) 2021

Postgraduate: Master of Physiotherapy (USYD) 2023

I was born and raised in Wollongong and played several sports growing up including soccer for Woonona Sharks, tennis, golf, swimming, school footy, cricket, and AFL, eventually sticking to golf as my main sport when I was 13. I was a part of the IAS golf program during my last year of high school. Golf then also led me to gain a scholarship to go play golf and study at a university in the USA in a little town called Abilene in Texas. Picking up a couple of injuries there and getting treated by my athletic trainer, led me down my current path as a physiotherapist.

On returning home in 2021 I got accepted into the Masters of Physiotherapy program at USYD which I completed in 2023. My main interests are musculoskeletal physio, and sports physio (kids to adults) – a soft spot for golfers, and acute injury management.

You can catch me on the golf course, in the surf, or having a drink with mates when I’m not at work.

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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: 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.

Qualifications: Diploma in Remedial Massage Therapy. Myofascial Cupping Bernadette grew up Sydne... Read More

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Zac originally grew up in North East Victoria playing a variety of sports including soccer, athletics and AFL. He developed a passion for soccer which led him to play competitively in the Sydney Premier League for several years. During this time, he nursed a number of injuries which initially peaked his interest in rehabilitation.

Zac has gained experience working across a wide range of sports and private practice settings with patient groups including the elderly, youth and elite athletes. He has interests in post op shoulder and knee rehabilitation, overload injuries, return to sport protocols and tendon pain.

Outside work Zac enjoys going to the beach, travelling, watching sport and spending time with friends and family.

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