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Peter graduated from Monash University in 2012 with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy. He is currently completing a Doctorate of Philosophy at Monash University researching web-based case based learning. Peter went straight into private practice following graduation and hasn’t looked back since. He comes from a background of football and music theatre, performing with local amateur production companies. During his studies, Peter worked with Old Mentonians Football Club in Keysborough as well as the Monash University Ultimate Frisbee team. Peter thoroughly enjoys the challenge and the wide variety of clients that private practice brings. Special Interests Musical Theatre and Dance All Sports Hobbies Musical Theatre and Tap Triathlons / Fun Runs Gym / Pilates

Lachie graduated in 2011 with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from Monash University. Over the next three years he worked in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, in both private practice and hospital settings on the Mornington Peninsula, before finding the perfect position - along side brother James - at The Sports Injury Clinic. Special interests All sport and musculoskeletal conditions Hobbies Skiing AFL Running

Stuart completed a 4 year degree in Myotherapy and has 3 years’ experience in private clinics outside of University and has worked with local football and basketball clubs for 4 years. Qualifications Clinical Myotherapy Degree Special Interests Myofascial chains & Myofascial compensation Deep tissue release Joint mobilisation Dry needling Postural strains Hobbies Basketball Martial arts Snowboarding

Carly graduated from Monash University in 2012 with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy. Having worked as part of the admin/reception team while studying, it was an easy transition into private practice physiotherapy at The Sports Injury Clinic. Carly comes from a netball and softball background. She thoroughly enjoys working and playing with some of Peninsula’s best netballers. Qualifications Bachelor of Physiotherapy Qualifications Netball Softball Hobbies The beach Netball Travelling

Liam is TSIC's senior massage practitioner and owner with 11 years’ experience. He has extensive experience with elite athletes at The Essendon “Bombers” Football Club, The Australian “Wallabies” Rugby Team, and at the V.I.S. (Victorian Institute of Sport) in Melbourne. \ He has been a part of The Sports injury Clinic since it evolved in 2004. Qualifications Diploma of Sports Remedial Massage Special Interests Trigger Point Therapy Deep Tissue Massage / Sports Massage Mobilisation Dry Needling & Suction Cupping Athletes & Sports Conditioning Massage Chronic Injuries Back & Neck Pain Pain Management Professional Development Hobbies General Fitness Cycling / Running / Weight training Family Time (wife & 3 children) Outdoors - especially the beach Holidays

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Jamie graduated from the University of Ballarat with a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science in 2011. The following year, he went on to complete his Graduate Diploma in Clinical Exercise Physiology at the same university. In a short time, Jamie has clocked up an impressive CV with experience in a range of health setting. This experience includes; North Ballarat Football Club (Rehabilitation Coordinator, Strength and Conditioning Assistant, Sports Trainer and Runner from 2009-2013), Colac Area Health (Allied Health Assistant in acute hospital and community health settings in 2013), and the Ballarat and District Aboriginal Cooperative (Exercise Physiologist in 2013). Jamie also has gym and lifeguarding experience, and is TSIC's talented Instagrammer! Qualifications Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science Graduate Diploma of Clinical Exercise Physiology Special Interests Musculoskeletal rehabilitation Chronic disease management Sports performance Hobbies Outdoor activities Running Beach Photography

Fiona graduated in 2004 with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from La Trobe University and has worked in both public health and private practice. Fiona worked as a physiotherapist in the UK for 2 years, specialising in peripheral nerve injuries and treating complex orthopaedic patients. Fiona has previously worked as a physiotherapist for the Frankston Blues Womens Basketball Team. Qualifications Bachelor of Physiotherapy Special Interests All Sports Hobbies Travelling Running Playing Tennis Photography

Graduating in 2002 after previously completing a Bachelor of Physiotherapy degree at La Trobe University, Lynda started her career at Frankston Hospital where she experienced may different wards and departments. She gained a passion for orthopaedics and women’s health there and started in Private Practice at TSIC in 2006. In 2009 Lynda became the physiotherapist for the Victorian Women’s Cricket team the VicSpirit where she was able to combine her private practice work with her love of the game of cricket. Lynda loves cricket and soccer (or football to those who enjoy the world game!) and prides herself on keeping people playing sport through injury if they are able. Lynda has a special interest in pregnancy, treating post prenatal and post natal and has found she can relate much better since the births of her two children! Lynda grew up on the Peninsula and can’t leave because she loves it here. She loves being a physiotherapist and is passionate about health and fitness - She even went as far as marrying an Exercise Physiologist/Nutritionist! Qualifications Bachelor of Physiotherapy Special Interests All Sports Pregnancy / Women’s Health Hobbies Gym Running FAMILY!

Lauren completed an Advanced Diploma of Remedial Massage/Myotherapy in 2010. Lauren is currently busy completing her qualification in Clinical Pilates. In between working at The Sports Injury Clinic and studying, you’ll find Lauren working with a range of different dancers to prepare them for their concert season and competition. Lauren places an emphasis on developing pain-free range of movement with different muscular dysfunctions. Lauren enjoys using a range of deep and soft tissue massage, dry needling and cupping for correction, prevention and maintenance of her clients. Qualifications Advanced Diploma of Remedial Massage / Myotherapy Special Interests Dance medicine Chronic conditions Lower limb injury Children and adolescents Hobbies Dance Sport aerobics General fitness Family time The outdoors

Leonie finished an Advanced Diploma of Remedial Massage in 2011, and is currently studying further the advanced Diploma of Remedial Massage (Myotherapy). She has been working at the Sports Injury Clinic since July 2012 and is busy learning knowledge and skills in her new career. She has worked as a Sports Trainer at Dingley football club for the last two years, and is team manager of her sons local soccer team the Peninsula Strikers Junior Football Club. Leonie was involved and highly interested in athletics as a child and understands the importance of looking after the body to obtain peak performance. Qualifications Advanced Diploma of Remedial Massage Special Interests Deep tissue massage / sports massage Mobilisation Myofascial Release Chronic Pain Headaches/sinus Implications of instability in the body and the need for strengthening and correct alignment. Educating children and families on how important posture, stretching and looking after your body are from a young age Hobbies Family / Son and friends Soccer Camping / outdoor activities Pilates Going to the beach Fishing Keeping fit

Dirk completed a Bachelor degree in Exercise Science and Human Movement before going on to do further study and completing a Masters degree in Applied Science (Exercise Rehabilitation), both at Victoria University. Dirk graduated in 2012 and became an Accredited Exercise Physiologist (ESSA) soon after graduating. Apart from working at TSIC, Dirk is working as a Strength and Conditioning Coach with the Sandringham Football Club (VFL). Dirk has previously worked with the Box Hill Hawks (VFL) from 2008-2009 as the Strength and Conditioning coach and has also gained experience working with the wider community at other healthcare sectors such as Bendigo Health, Transform Aged PhysioCare, Corporate Bodies International carrying out varying roles and responsibilities. He was also involved in conducting a study on falls prevention with Betty Day Community Centre. Qualifications Bachelor of Exercise Science and Human Movement Masters of Applied Science (Exercise Rehabilitation) Special Interests Rehabilitation Weight training Weight loss Boxing Strength and conditioning Hobbies Travelling Boxing Cricket Keeping fit

Graduated in 2012 from the University of Ballarat (now Federation University Australia) from Exercise and Sport Science, then following on to the Graduate Diploma of Clinical Exercise Physiology in 2013. Katie graduated top of her class, and was awarded the most outstanding graduate as well as the ESSA outstanding student performance award. She has worked with many chronic disease patients as well as post-operative management, helping to achieve better health outcomes. She enjoys the task of incorperating functional exercises into new and previous exercisers daily routines. Katie is excited to work with new and returning clients to the clinic to help achieve their long term health goals. Qualifications Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science Graduate Diploma of Clinical Exercise Physiology Special interest Chronic disease management Pregnancy / Postpartum and exercise Older adults and exercise Post-operative management Previous exercisers wanting to return to the habit! Hobbies Swimming Netball Walking Cooking