THE TEAM
Paul Coburn
DIRECTOR
Paul is a sports physiotherapist and has been in the business for over a quarter of a century. He was previously the physiotherapist for the Richmond Football Club and is now the clinical leader at TAC & Worksafe. Paul can provide particular expertise in the diagnosis and management of hip and groin conditions.
Dr Tania Pizzari
DIRECTOR
Tania graduated from La Trobe University with honours in 1997 and a PhD in 2002. Tania lectures and conducts research in the Department of Physiotherapy at La Trobe University. She can provide particular expertise in the diagnosis, management and rehabilitation of shoulder conditions and injuries.
Amelia Tregear
SENIOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Amelia graduated as a physiotherapist with honours from Melbourne University in 2008. Since then she has worked in private practice and travelled extensively, both interstate and overseas, as a physiotherapist for the Australian Swimming Team and Australian Triathlon Team.
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Dora Konya-Bonner
PAEDIATRIC/SENIOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Dora graduated from La Trobe University with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy in 2011. She completed a Postgraduate Certificate (Paediatrics) in 2014 prior to completing her Master of Physiotherapy (General) in 2015. Dora provides expertise in the assessment and management of paediatric conditions.
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Nicole Hopkinson
SENIOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Nicole moved from country Victoria to complete a Doctor of Physiotherapy at the University of Melbourne. She has further accreditation and a strong interest in Strength and Conditioning, Women's Health and Clinical Pilates. Nicole has extensive experience treating a variety of conditions affecting clients of all ages.
Aaron Dodd
SENIOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Aaron has been practicing as a physiotherapist since 2012 and holds tertiary qualifications of a Bachelor of Health Sciences, Master of Physiotherapy Practice and Graduate Certificate in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy. He is certified in both Pilates instruction (Polestar) and dry needling.
Jamon Couch
SENIOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Hailing from country Victoria, Jamon relocated to Melbourne to complete a Bachelor of Health Sciences/Masters in Physiotherapy Practice at La Trobe University. Jamon has since worked as the rehab physiotherapist at Essendon Football Club (VFL) and currently lectures at La Trobe University.
Jeremy Jackson
SENIOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Jeremy graduated from La Trobe University with a Bachelor of Health Sciences and Masters of Physiotherapy Practice. He was previously a Physiotherapist for the VFL Umpiring Department and has experience with the Melbourne City FC U/18 Development Squad and the Macleod FNC.
Rochelle Kennedy
SENIOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Rochelle grew up in country Victoria and moved to Melbourne to complete a Bachelor of Health Science and Masters of Physiotherapy Practice. Having won a silver medal in the 800m at the 2011 Commonwealth Games, Rochelle is passionate about running, but enjoys treating people from all walks of life.
Marc Sayers
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Marc graduated with a Bachelor of Applied Science & Masters of Physiotherapy Practice from La Trobe University. He has a unique background in baseball, playing at both a state and national level. He particularly enjoys treating sporting and non-sporting injuries and conditions of the shoulder, knee and ankle.
James Green
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
James graduated with a Bachelor of Health Science & Masters of Physiotherapy Practice from La Trobe University. James has experience in managing various spinal, joint and muscular injuries across all age groups, and is qualified in advanced dry needling. His ultimate goal is to help people return to what they love.
Joshua Hill
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Josh graduated with a Bachelor of Exercise Science & Masters of Physiotherapy from La Trobe University and has attained his Advanced Dry Needling qualification. Having previously played cricket and worked at the Fitzroy FC, Josh is passionate about both sports and helping people of all ages live healthy, happy lives.
Lydia McCloskey
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Lydia graduated from Melbourne University with a Bachelor of Science & Doctor of Physiotherapy. She has a strong background in strength and conditioning and currently competes at state and national levels in Olympic Weightlifting. She also has qualifications in Advanced Dry-Needling.
Daniel Wooster
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Daniel completed a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science at RMIT University before graduating with a Doctor of Physiotherapy from the University of Melbourne. Daniel has a clinical interest in sporting injuries of the hip, knee and ankle, and employs strength and conditioning principles to help his clients recover.
Amanda Attanayake
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Amanda graduated with a Bachelor of Applied Science & Master of Physiotherapy Practice from La Trobe University. Amanda has a background in swimming and rowing, is an avid runner and participates in pilates. Amanda is passionate about helping people of all ages and abilities return to doing what they love.
Jono Sandler
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Jono is currently the head physiotherapist for the New Zealand Breakers basketball team in the NBL, having previously worked with Carlton FC (AFL) and Melbourne City FC (A-League). Jono is currently studying a Masters of Sports Medicine at The University of Melbourne.
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Jen Spero
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Jen moved from the U.S. with a Bachelor of Science from the University of Rhode Island to complete a Doctor of Physiotherapy at the University of Melbourne. Jen has experience with strength and conditioning, sports rehabilitation, women's health and a special interest in shoulders and hips.
ADMIN TEAM
Jenny
RECEPTIONIST
Jen has been the friendly face on the front desk at Mill Park Physiotherapy since it's establishment in 1999. You will hear Jen's dulcet voice over the phone and experience her witty humour every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
Gemma
RECEPTIONIST
Gemma is a mother of two when not looking after the team at Mill Park Physiotherapy. She also runs a nutritional ketogenic diet program - Ultra Lite. Gemma is on the desk ar Mill Park Physiotherapy on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Kerri-Anne
RECEPTIONIST/ACCOUNTS
Kerri-Anne manages the accounts when she is not on the front desk at Mill Park Physiotherapy. Outside of work, she is a mother of one. She is good with numbers, people and enjoys cooking, food and travelling.
Caitlyn
RECEPTIONIST
Caitlyn is currently studying a bachelor of Nursing at La Trobe University. Hailing from country Victoria, Caitlyn enjoys playing competitive netball and occasional horse riding. Caitlyn will be the smiley face on reception every Saturday morning.
Tom
RECEPTIONIST
Tom is currently completing his physiotherapy degree at La Trobe University. He is an avid sportsman - with cricket and football being his sports of choice. You will see Tom at the front desk of a Wednesday afternoon.