Our Team

Based in Brisbane, David established AXIS Physiotherapy in 2001 and serves as the Managing Director of AXIS Rehabilitation. David graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy in 1993, a post-graduate Masters of Manipulative Physiotherapy in 1999 from the University of Queensland and became a Fellow of the Australian College of Physiotherapy as a Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist in 2007. He has also been a guest lecturer for both the University of Queensland and Griffith University. He is also a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

David has overseen the establishment of numerous onsite clinics and the growth of AXIS into a dynamic, trusted and Australia-wide company. As a Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist, David performs Independent Case Review services at our Brisbane head office.

Rosemary graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy and post-graduate Masters in Manipulative Physiotherapy from the University of Queensland, and a Graduate Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety from Queensland University of Technology. She has also been awarded the title of APA Occupational Health Physiotherapist. Rosemary has also taken a role as guest lecturer at the University of Queensland and is a member of the QLD Branch of the Occupational Health Physiotherapy Association and has been involved with the association at both a state and national level.

Based in Brisbane, Rosemary joined David in 2003 to expand the scope of AXIS Rehabilitation to include on-site Physiotherapy clinics and has overseen the implementation of numerous clinics and well-being programs.

Based in Brisbane, Matt joined the AXIS leadership team in 2011. Matt graduated from the University of Queensland in 2004. He spent 3 years practising as a Physiotherapist in Ontario, Canada and brings a 20 year history of working in the health and fitness Industry. He is a strong advocate for exercise based rehabilitation programs and believes in treating the patient as a whole and not just the injury.

Matt is one of our two Onsite Services Managers and ensures optimal delivery of Onsite Physiotherapy clinics across Australia.

Based in Brisbane, Michael joined the AXIS executive team in 2015. Michael is one of our two Onsite Services Managers and ensures optimal delivery of Onsite Physiotherapy clinics across Australia.

He has experience in providing a range of occupational Physiotherapy services to employers across many industries, including aviation, freight and manufacturing. Michael strongly believes in the positive health effects of work, and enjoys assisting injured workers to return to their full capacity. Michael has previously worked with several sporting teams, and feels that the active rehabilitation principles that underpin this field are just as relevant in the occupational realm.

As clinical lead, Nick advises and supports the team across Australia and New Zealand in ensuring that there is a consistent delivery of quality clinical consultations by AXIS.

Nick has experience in treating both acute musculoskeletal injuries and chronic musculoskeletal pain and leads the multi-disciplinary pain management team. Nick uses a hands-on approach to help facilitate an active, exercise-based rehabilitation. Nick completed his Master of Musculoskeletal and Sports Physiotherapy at Griffith University in 2016. He is also a treating clinician in two clinical trials being conducted by two leading Australian universities.

As clinical lead, Sarah advises and supports the team across all services to ensure there is consistent consideration, and appropriate treatment of psychosocial factors related healthcare and return to work.

She leads the team of psychologists at AXIS to ensure consistent delivery of quality clinical consultations. Sarah has experience working with people who living with persistent pain, and who are adjusting to illness or injury. Sarah has completed her Master’s of Applied Psychology (Health) at the University of Queensland and is currently undergoing her STAP training to become a board approved supervisor.

Since Anna graduated from the University of Queensland with a Masters of Physiotherapy Studies, she has completed a Certificate 1 in Continence and Women’s Health Physiotherapy. Anna believes that respect and understanding for each person’s circumstances and goals leads to the best outcomes. Anna has experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings, treating in post-operative Physiotherapy, neurological rehabilitation and paediatric Physiotherapy. Anna has a passion for Women’s Health Physio and is excited to further specialise her knowledge in this field.

Dan graduated in 2005 from the University of Queensland and has accumulated broad experience across private practice and hospitals across the UK and Australia. Dan joined the AXIS team in 2012 and forms an integral part of the AXIS multi-disciplinary pain management team. He draws on his extensive experience in multiple clinics as well as the sporting field to be dynamic across the acute to chronic management spectrum.

Dylan has a strong interest in the areas of musculoskeletal rehabilitation and chronic pain, particularly in the context of workplace rehabilitation. His emphasis in treatment is on the importance of managing the individual as a whole and taking into account all aspects of the injury.

John graduated from James Cook University in 2009 and worked in Occupational Health for most of his career. John has gained experience in both Australia and the UK and has consulted across a wide range of industries. His approach to Physiotherapy in the private practice setting has been honed through gaining experience across a wide range of clinics during his time in the UK.

With a background in education, Angel combines his two passions of educating and health into the career of Physiotherapy.  He believes in empowering clients with knowledge, decreasing their reliance on the therapist in the long-term to enable self-management.  Angel has a client focused approach looking at the client as a whole and not just a particular condition or injury.   With special interests in strength and conditioning, Angel enjoys creating and demonstrating exercise programs for his clients.

Cameron graduated with a Master of Psychology (Sport and Exercise) degree from University of Queensland. His clinical interests include using meditation and mindfulness-based approaches in therapeutic contexts, utilising psychological interventions to improve injury rehabilitation outcomes, and using strategies and skills to improve the performance of both individuals and teams. Cameron enjoys reading the latest research in sports psychology and assessing how it can be applied to individuals and teams to help them perform at their best.

Cailen graduated from the University of Queensland in 2018 and has worked in sport and musculoskeletal practice since graduation. She has six years’ experience as a sport trainer and currently supports a football team. Outside work she enjoys running, mountain biking, hockey and watching football as well as (trying) to teach herself how to draw!

Heidi graduated from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy in 1994. Since then she has worked extensively in both Australia and the United Kingdom, as well as working as a physio for the Australian Army at the Gallipoli barracks in Brisbane. She has a special interest in the holistic approach to treatment of musculoskeletal injuries of the spine.

Georgie completed her Dimploma of Remedial Massage in 2006 and has been providing excellent, results-driven hands on care since. To achieve her outcomes, she combines her 10 years of experience with her interest in helping her clients understand and connect with their bodies.

Georgie utilises stretching, deep tissue massage, trigger point release and neuromuscular techniques. She comes from an office background so has an empathetic understaning of the effects of office-based work on the body. She also has eperience providing sports massage to cricket teams and triathlon clubs.

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Nicola Graduated from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Musculoskeletal) in 2009. In 2015, she was awarded Specialisation in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy from the Australian College of Physiotherapists.

Hubert graduated in 2009 from the University of Sydney with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy). He has continued to work in both the public and private health system with his interests in treating acute, chronic and sporting conditions. He utilises both hands-on treatment and exercise-based rehabilitation to progress clients back to full function. He completed his Masters in Musculoskeletal and Sports Physiotherapy from Griffith University in 2016.

Hubert has provided sports coverage for various events including the City2Surf, Kokoda Challenge, Athletics Australia National titles, Tennis Australia Wheelchair events and the 2018 Commonwealth Games. Having grown up around sports, Hubert has in recent years found his calling in Dragonboat racing competing in both national and international events. Outside of all this, Hubert also enjoys trekking the outdoors, obstacle races and hopes to one day provide his skills to lesser developed countries through medical volunteering groups.

Vincent graduated Western Sydney University 2018. His clinical interests are focused on occupational health and rehabilitation and his treatment approach advocates self-efficacy, empowering patients with education and exercise based rehabilitation, and collaborative goal setting. He has provided sports coverage to Football Federation Australia National Youth Championships, NSW state aged netball championships, National Premier League 1 Football and club AFL. He has also worked within multidisciplinary teams providing pain management and rehabilitation within aged care. Outside of work Vincent is an active competitor in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

Sami graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from the University of Newcastle in 2018, and she has since worked in private practice in Newcastle. Sami also holds qualifications as a yoga teacher and personal trainer, and has experience as a sports trainer. She has a passion for musculoskeletal physiotherapy, and loves learning about all things biomechanics and physiology. She believes in helping people live holistic healthy lives. In her free time, she loves cross fit, yoga and running.

Luke graduated from La Trobe University in 2011 with first class Honours in Physiotherapy and has gained extensive experience within public health rehabilitation and outpatient settings as well as private practice. He has completed additional training in Sports and Spinal Management, Dry Needling as well as Vestibular Rehabilitation. He undertakes continuous professional development and is passionate about promoting the profession through the provision of high-quality care. Luke’s approach is to develop and implement tailored therapy plans with clients to facilitate early return to work and sport.

Bradley graduated from the University of Queensland in 2009 with a Master of Physiotherapy Studies, and is currently completing his Master of Sports Physiotherapy at La Trobe University in Melbourne. Bradley has provided inpatient and outpatient care in both Melbourne and London, and has a particular interest in the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal and sporting injuries, as well as post-operative rehabilitation. Bradley enjoys travel and sport, particularly golf, and combining the two whenever possible. 

Aaron has been practicing physiotherapy since 2012 and holds tertiary qualifications of a Bachelor of Health Sciences, Master of Physiotherapy Practice and Graduate Certificate in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy. He has worked across private practice, sports and corporate settings and is certified in both Pilate’s instruction (Polestar), strength and conditioning (ASCA) and dry needling. Through his immersion in competitive sport from a young age, with highlights of national championships and representation in Judo, Aaron appreciates how frustrating injuries can be and the great feeling when your body is performing optimally.

Dee graduated from Monash University in 2008 with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy. She has experience in private practice in Darwin with the Australian Defence Force, and more recently as an Onsite Physiotherapist in aviation. She believe believes good clinical reasoning is key to understanding the nature of a presenting issue, and working with clients to overcome their injuries and any barriers to return to their normal activity. In her free time she enjoys travelling, bushwalking and photography.

After completing his Bachelor of Physiotherapy degree at the University of South Australia in 2010, Tien went on to complete his post-graduate Master of Musculoskeletal and Sports Physiotherapy. He strives to gain an in-depth understanding of each injury and how it relates to the person’s limitations. By utilising a targeted exercise program to complement his diverse hands-on manual therapy techniques, Tien is able to effectively treat the underlying causes to maximise the person’s physical function and performance, whether it is a quicker return to work or improving sporting capabilities.

Tien is also the state and national physiotherapist for Taekwondo Australia, and has travelled overseas for international competitions. Tien brings his wealth of experience when treating patients, always eager to learn and tackle new challenges.

Tara has over 12 years experience in musculoskeletal Physiotherapy in both the private and public sector. She has an extensive sports background as an athlete, coach and administrator as well as strength and conditioning experience.

Tara has a keen interest in the prevention and exercise rehabilitation of injury, no matter the setting it occurs in. She enjoys returning clients to “their normal” and the challenges the workplace setting brings to this.