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.
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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.
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James Green
DIRECTOR
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.
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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. ​​
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.
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Rochelle Kennedy
SENIOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Rochelle graduated from La Trobe University with a Bachelor of Health Science, Masters of Physiotherapy Practice. After graduating, Rochelle returned to university to complete her Masters in Exercise Science (Strength and Conditioning) at Edith Cowan University. She also lectures at La Trobe University,
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Daniel Wooster
SENIOR 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 experience in elite sport, working with the Calder Cannons (AFL Talent League) and a trainer for the Sydney Swans (AFLW/VFL).
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Amanda Attanayake
SENIOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Amanda graduated with a Bachelor of Applied Science & Master of Physiotherapy Practice from La Trobe University. Amanda also works at the La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, across a number of large research projects, and teaches casually into physiotherapy courses at La Trobe University.
Jen Spero
SENIOR 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 also currently works as a physiotherapist with the A-League Women's team at Melbourne Victory FC.
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Kyle Haddad
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Kyle graduated with a Bachelor of Biomedical Science and Master of Physiotherapy Practice from La Trobe University. Kyle is also a physiotherapist for the Melbourne Victory Football Club women's program and a casual academic at La Trobe University.
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Josh Hanel
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Josh moved to Melbourne from country Victoria to study, and finally graduated with a Doctor of Physiotherapy degree from the University of Melbourne. Josh is passionate about helping you out with your pain and injuries with the goal of getting you back to doing what you love.
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Abbey de la Motte
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Abbey graduated from the University of Melbourne with a Doctor of Physiotherapy following completing a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science at Deakin University. She has a special interest in treating running and sports related injuries, as well as non-sporting related musculoskeletal conditions.
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Lewis Butterfield-Tucker
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Lewis graduated from La Trobe University with a Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Physiotherapy Practice. Lewis is currently the Rehabilitation Physiotherapist for North Melbourne FC (VFL). He has an interest in sporting and general injuries of the lower limb.
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Nikki Watts
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Nikki graduated with a Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Physiotherapy Practice from La Trobe University. Nikki has experience with the paediatric population and it remains one of her primary interest areas. Nikki is also a pilates and fitness instructor and integrates traditional and reformer pilates techniques into rehab.
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Tom Stevenson
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Tom initially completed a Bachelor of Science at Melbourne University before completing a Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Physiotherapy Practice at La Trobe University. Tom has experience working with elite athletes, spending time at both the Melbourne Storm and Cricket Victoria.
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ADMIN TEAM
Gemma
RECEPTIONIST
Gemma has involved with the clinic for over 10 years now. Gemma works with us on Monday mornings.
Naomi
ADMIN/ACCOUNTS
Naomi joined the Mill Park Physiotherapy team in 2022. Naomi works in administration and accounts. You may be lucky to see Naomi on a Monday and Wednesday.
Meagan
RECEPTIONIST
Meagan is the newest member of the reception team. You will see Meagan at the front desk on Tuesday and Thursday nights.
Jade
RECEPTIONIST
Jade is currently studying sport and exercise science at La Trobe University. She has been dancing for 14 years and is an avid gym goer. You will see her on the front desk on Wednesday and Friday afternoons.
Kaylen
RECEPTIONIST
Kaylen is currently completing his physiotherapy degree at La Trobe University. He works with us every Monday afternoon.
Will
RECEPTIONIST
Will is currently completing his physiotherapy degree at La Trobe University. He is an avid sportsman and has played football at the highest junior level with the Calder Cannons Football Club.