Our Team

Based in Brisbane, David established AXIS Physiotherapy in 2001 and serves as the 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 all our 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 leadership team in 2015 and is involved in strategic planning and business development for AXIS. 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 Systems Lead, Sam advises on and supports AXIS business systems to achieve productivity and continuous improvement. He also leads the Melbourne onsite team to ensure quality service delivery and team cohesion. Sam is currently studying a Master’s degree in Business Administration at Deakin University.

Based in Melbourne, Sam has overseen the successful implementation and ongoing success of several onsite early intervention and injury prevention clinics across Queensland and Victoria and has experience across a wide range of industries in an onsite and consulting capacity. Upon graduation from the University of Queensland in 2012, Sam immediately entered the arena of private practice and occupational health and hasn’t looked back since.

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.

Ryan has worked in Sports Physiotherapy after graduation supporting AFL, Rugby Union and Rugby League teams. He soon moved into Occupational Health roles in 2012 working in regional areas supporting the mining, construction and gas industries. He enjoys rugby and anything fitness outdoors. He is currently completing his Masters in Occupational Health.

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.

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.

Laura works to assist clients with adjustment to, and management of, chronic pain and illness, as well as a variety of mental health concerns across different contexts and age groups. She believes the role of psychology in chronic pain or injury is to assist you in coping with the impact of pain, and to live a full life alongside pain. She is interested in how all areas of your life contribute to your current pain experience and thus creates a holistic approach. She aims to provide you with a welcoming space where you can navigate the emotional side of your condition. Laura completed her Bachelor of Psychology with Honours in 2014 and a Master’s of Applied Psychology (Health) in 2018.

Lori has degrees in Human Movements and Physiotherapy. After working for years in musculoskeletal private practice clinics in Canada and Australia as a physiotherapist and pilates instructor, Lori found her passion in helping women with pelvic floor pain and dysfunction.

Her clinical interest is in treating complex chronic pelvic patients. She regularly attends pelvic health post graduate education courses and conferences, as well as keeping up to date with current research. Lori is an active board member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association’s Continence and Women’s Health committee, a member of the Women’s Health Training Associates, provides lectures for allied health professionals, and educates the community on pelvic health.

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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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Chieu graduated from the University of Sydney in 2008 with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy). He has worked in both the public and private health system, but has found his interest in private practice treating a range of musculoskeletal and sporting injuries. He utilises a on hands-on treatment with a progression to functional, exercise-based rehabilitation. He continued with further studies and graduated from Griffith University with a Masters in Musculoskeletal and Sports Physiotherapy.

Chieu has worked with various sporting teams including netball, rugby, and wheelchair rugby league. Chieu loves the outdoors, on the weekend you will find him dragonboat paddling, running an obstacle, doing a hike, or playing touch footy.

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.

Libby completed her undergraduate Physiotherapy degree at Australian Catholic University 2014 in Sydney. She has worked in busy musculoskeletal private practices throughout Sydney and the city and was head Colts Physiotherapist for an Eastern Suburbs Sydney rugby union team. She has a passion for treating musculoskeletal spinal and sports injuries with a strong belief in education, manual therapy, clinical pilates and exercise rehabilitation for recovery.

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.

Aaron graduated in 2012 from La Trobe University with a Bachelor of Health Sciences and Master of Physiotherapy Practice. Aaron has since worked in private practice covering sports, corporate and musculoskeletal physiotherapy in Melbourne. Aaron has additional qualifications in Dry Needling and Clinical Pilates and is currently completing a Graduate Certificate in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy. Aaron has immersed himself in competitive sport since a young age, with highlights of a national championship and representation in Judo and state championship in Rowing. Through this, Aaron appreciates how frustrating injuries can be and the great feeling when your body is performing optimally.

Jace graduated with a Bachelor of Science (Biochemistry) in 2007, a Masters of Nutrition and Dietetics in 2010 and a Bachelor pf Physiotherapy in 2013.  Since 2014 Jace has worked as a Physiotherapist and Accredited Practicing Dietician in Melbourne and North Qld.  He has worked mainly in private practice with a special interest in musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and nutrition and dietetics in the context of helping clients with chronic health conditions and achieving their body transformation goal.

Sheri graduated from the University of the Witwatersrand in 2005. She spent a short time working in public and private hospitals and has worked in private practice as both a Physio and pilates instructor and in an onsite capacity since 2008. She enjoys treating all painful conditions related to dysfunction in the musculoskeletal system. She utilises dry needling and exercise to get the best outcomes for her patients. Sheri is a gym-goer, dog-mum and enjoys singing and playing the drums.

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.

Tanya has been working as a Physiotherapist in the Sports, Musculoskeletal and injury prevention fields for almost 20 years. She has a strong passion for holistic, comprehensive care and injury prevention education.

She is passionate about sport and has worked with athletes, teams and clubs from grassroots to elite level. Her career highlights include 2006 Commonwealth games in Melbourne, World Rugby 7s World Cup and Hong Kong 7s tournaments.

Tanya is an active tramper and conservationist volunteering for Forest and Bird and the SPCA. When she is not in the clinic you can usually find her outside on the beach, walking her dog learning to surf or riding horses!

Kylie graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy in 1995 and completed a post-graduate diploma in sports medicine in 2005. She has vast extensive experience in musculoskeleltal and sports injury management, which she has also translated across to occupational health.

Kylie is active in competitive triathlon and a proud mum of two kids.