Laura is an Advanced Physiotherapist and Team Leader based at Therapy Focus’ Maddington office. Laura has primarily worked in the disability sector, with stints in the aged care and musculoskeletal sports physio early in her career. Laura is a key advocate for high quality service provision and is a member of Therapy Focus’ Mobility and Assistive Technology Portfolio, which looks at service provision across the organisation. Her passion lies in areas of rehabilitation, assistive technology needs, respiratory care and complex neurological presentations. Laura has a Diploma in Leadership and Management, which enables her to successfully lead a diverse team of dedicated therapists and provide high quality therapy services to people with disability. Laura’s interests include travelling, cooking, hosting dinner parties and spending time with family and friends. Laura is a passionate advocate for people with disability and thoroughly enjoys working in paediatrics. Innovation and collaboration with her team ignites the fire to strive for excellence in every therapy session her teams delivers.

Robert Green, a dedicated physiotherapist, specializes in post-surgery rehabilitation and chronic pain management.

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Dr. Jane Smith is a highly experienced physiotherapist specializing in sports injuries and rehabilitation.

Dr. John Doe is the founder and director of the clinic with over 20 years of experience in physiotherapy. He specializes in sports injuries and rehabilitation.

Ms. Jane Smith is a senior physiotherapist with a passion for helping her patients recover quickly and effectively. She has a special interest in women's health.

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Robert Taylor is the founder and director of the clinic, with a wealth of experience in physiotherapy and sports medicine.

Jane Doe specializes in musculoskeletal therapy and sports rehabilitation.

John Doe is an experienced physiotherapist with over 10 years of experience specializing in sports injuries.

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On maternity leave

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We offer baseline concussion testing, concussion management and testing with our expert and qualified Physiotherapist, Phoebe Freeman.

Deb, a graduate from the University of Melbourne, brings 12 years of private practice experience and Clinical Pilates-based exercises and rehabilitation to the team. She also has experience working overseas as she lived in London for two years and worked closely with elite dancers to meet their travel and performance requirements. She has worked with Aged Care facilities in developing a care and treatment program for residents in the past and is adept at helping her clients manage their pain. Deb has a keen interest for back and neck injuries as she has suffered from them herself. She understands her client from a pain perspective and works hard to ensure that her clients’ needs are met and they achieve the best outcome from treatment. She believes in educating her clients about their injuries and how to successfully manage them with a long-term view of improving function to the best they can be. Deb has a special passion for dancers and sports-related injury recovery and rehabilitation. As she is a Latin dancer and a dance coach herself, she understands the need to have specific strength and flexibility in all types of sport. As her dance career has taken her all over Europe and Asia, she understands the need to keep fit while on the go especially when there is pain involved. Outside work, Deb enjoys the training regime required to be on top of her game for competitions and international performances. On the occasion she spends time away from the dance studio, she enjoys photography and indulging in a good book by the beach.

Originally from India, Gaurav completed his Bachelor of Physiotherapy in Mumbai. After gaining experience across various sporting assignments, he made a move to pursue his Masters of Physiotherapy(Sports) from the University of South Australia in 2016. His interest lies in lower extremity soft tissue injuries. He has hands-on experience in treating elite and amateur athletes that helped him gain a wealth of experience over the years. He has worked with major Indian sports leagues as their preferred Physiotherapist. Along with his work with team sports, he also provided his services to athletes who represented India at various international competitions. Gaurav provided his expertise in sports such as football, boxing, wrestling, kabaddi, tennis and cricket from weekend warriors to Olympic athletes. Along with his wife, Gaurav thrived in private practice to create meaningful relations in society. Gaurav is also involved in educational activities for physiotherapists and other health professionals. Gaurav strongly believes in the principle that MOVEMENT is MEDICINE and guides patients to actively achieve their physical best. Beyond his professional life, Gaurav enjoys having his friends over and cooking for them.

Hena Khant completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy at Curtin University in 2016. She started her career working as a physiotherapist in the Private hospital setting and Aged Care, with particular focus in acute and sub-acute rehabilitation, post-operative management of various orthopaedic, cardio-thoracic surgical procedures and inpatient post-natal services. Hena shifted her focus to private practice as her interest in continence physiotherapy and women’s health progressed whilst working in the Women’s Health Ward at SJOG Murdoch Hospital. She is passionate about providing holistic, patient-centred and evidence-based physiotherapy assessment and treatment. Hena strives to provide each of her client’s with a holistic treatment plan to effectively manage their presenting conditions and empowers them with the knowledge and skills to take charge of their own rehabilitation. Hena is a member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association and has completed the APA Dry Needling course, Clinical Pilates, Laser Safety Course and is currently completing the APA Women’s Health Physiotherapy series. Outside of work you will find Hena spending time with her friends and family, trying new things like rock climbing and stand-up paddle boarding, and her new favourite interest - hiking. She wishes to be able to read more books, aspires to travel and explore the world at some point in her life.

Trish graduated from Curtin University in 1988 as a physiotherapist. She has worked in a wide variety of settings including both public and private hospitals, private practice and in the community particularly with the older population in both WA and NSW. Her specialties include hydrotherapy, exercise therapy and fall prevention. Trish is also a research physiotherapist at Curtin University in the areas of strength and balance exercise for older people and fall prevention. She recently did a presentation at the National Grassroots Falls Conference. Trish has been an elite middle distance runner and continues to keep fit with walking her kelpie and hiking. In her spare time, she loves reading and gardening.

Yi Hang (Frank) Chan graduated from Curtin University as a physiotherapist. He has various clinical experience in a wide range of settings such as tertiary hospital, musculoskeletal outpatient clinic, and primary school in the community. Also, he worked as a sport trainer for rugby teams in Cockburn to gain experience in managing sport-related injuries. These experiences have shaped Frank into a passionate physiotherapist who is confident in treating different population, from children to elderly. He is interested in treating musculoskeletal injuries and surgical rehabilitation the most. Frank has completed his further study with Dry Needling and Clinical Pilates, which he incorporates those into his intervention. Frank loves playing badminton and exploring all different sports. He used to be windsurfing regularly when he was in Hong Kong.

(CURRENTLY ON MATERNITY LEAVE) Ilena is a co-director of Cannington Physiotherapy and completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy degree in Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland in 2008. Ilena begun treating in Australia [...]

Kelsey is a co-director of Cannington Physiotherapy and graduated from The University of Notre Dame in 2010. She started working at Cannington Physiotherapy in [...]

Jessica graduated as a Physiotherapist from the University of Notre Dame in 2010. Jess has experience working in private practice and with sporting clubs and in early years following graduation, aged care. Since working as a physiotherapist, Jess has formed an interest in Bowen Therapy, specifically neurostructural integration technique (a form of alternative soft tissue therapy) as well as in TMJ dysfunction and pain. Jess regularly uses dry-needling as part of her treatment and is a firm believer in its effects. Jess also has an interest in women’s health and paediatrics and is planning on furthering her studies in these fields of Physiotherapy. Jess is one of our instructors taking our Physiotherapy Exercise Sessions and also has training as a Clinical Pilates instructor. She has undertaken Pilates classes (involving mat, reformer and barre work) herself for many years and experienced the benefit of this form of exercise first-hand.

Jenna graduated from Notre Dame University in 2010 and has spent the last 6 of her 10 years in private practice at Cannington Physiotherapy. She completed an extensive Pilates Instructor Training Program (500 hours) in 2011 as well as competing courses in ‘Training the Female Athlete’, the ‘FitRight’ instructors course for exercise considerations in pregnancy and post-natally and a strength and conditioning course for physiotherapists. Jenna enjoys treating all musculoskeletal conditions as well as dance and sporting injuries. She has an interest in Women’s Health and does screening assessments with Real Time Ultrasound for some Women's Health conditions. She is qualified to perform dry needling. She takes the Physio Exercise Sessions (PES) at Cannington Physiotherapy and enjoys teaching these sessions as well as participating in external Pilates classes. Jenna also runs the ongoing PES education and training for other staff here at Cannington Physiotherapy. Outside of work, Jenna enjoys F45 classes, walking her boxer Tilly and weekend getaways down south!

Jenna has a particular interest in treating musculoskeletal injuries, particularly spinal and cervicogenic headaches. Jenna’s true passion is sports specific rehabilitation which she developed whilst working with Inglewood Soccer Club in her early years and which she has further developed as current physiotherapist with the Southside Demons State Netball Club. Jenna is also a Netball Australia endorsed netball knee program provider. Jenna’s diverse background allows her to treat injuries with a holistic approach including soft tissue/trigger point release, joint mobilisation, dry needling and functional strength retraining. Jenna also takes our PES (Physio Exercise Sessions) here at Cannington Physiotherapy. Jenna completed her Masters in Physiotherapy in 2012, bringing with her a wealth of experience having completed two further degrees in Exercise Science and Exercise Rehabilitation. Jenna has previously worked in Canada and Australia as an Exercise Physiologist and Physiotherapist in both hospital and community-based settings. Outside of the clinic Jenna has an active lifestyle enjoying all outdoor activities, participating in Pilates herself, dance, netball as well as being an avid traveler.

Nick’s love for all things sport means he’s experienced his share of sporting injuries, which is what motivated him to pursue a career in physiotherapy. Nick completed his studies at [...]

In 2010 Isabel graduated as a physiotherapist from the University of the Free State in South Africa. She then went on to complete a certificate in Orthopaedic Manual therapy and [...]

Zac is a driven physiotherapist with a passion for treating all musculoskeletal pain presentations but has developed a keen interest in the management of sports-related injuries and rehabilitation. Zac is [...]

Senior physiotherapist and co-principal, Ian Taunt, continued his physiotherapy study and completed a Masters in Manipulative Physiotherapy at the University of Western Australia in 2006. He has many years of private practice experience and treats a wide range of musculoskeletal disorders. He has a major clinical interest in the management of spinal and shoulder disorders. Ian is involved in occupational and corporate health and provides on-site physiotherapy for various companies. He has fostered close working relationships with corporate clients to instigate appropriate functional capacity assessments ensuring good employment retention rates and minimal work related injuries. Ian has also worked closely with state level sports teams. Ian is affiliated with various professional bodes including the Australian Physiotherapy Association, Active Physiotherapy Group and the Physiotherapy Board of Australia.

James graduated from the University of Notre Dame. He has built a passion in providing physiotherapy services that are specific and catered to the client’s individual needs. James [...]

A Curtin University graduate, Shubham “Shub” has always had a natural curiosity and strong interest in helping patients navigate the best way to help themselves following an injury. [...]

Ilena is a co-director of Cannington Physiotherapy and completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy degree in Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland in 2008. Ilena begun treating in Australia in 2012 after moving from New Zealand. She worked for several years in both the hospital and private sectors, focusing on spinal injuries, post-operative rehabilitation, and sports injuries. Ilena has a strong interest in sporting, post-operative and workplace rehabilitation, completing a Post Graduate Diploma in Manual Therapy here in Perth in 2014. She carries out regular one to one exercise rehabilitation sessions both at our on-site rehab gym and external gyms, as well as taking our Physio Exercise Sessions (PES) here at Cannington Physiotherapy. Away from work, Ilena enjoys keeping as active as possible, loves all outdoor activities, particularly running and cycling since retiring from rugby and is an avid traveller.

Graduated from Curtin University, Leeloo is always keen to share her knowledge about Physiotherapy and Pilates. She completed her training as a clinical Pilates instructor in 2017 and is experienced in guiding one-on-one and group hydrotherapy. She is also an accredited Mental Health First Aider confident in delivering patient-centred care and evidence-based practice. As a physiotherapist, Leeloo has developed an interest in traumatic injuries and neurological disorders. She also enjoys treating women’s health issues and working with paediatric patients. If you are looking for a physiotherapist who speaks both English and Mandarin, you have found her! In her spare time, Leeloo loves spending time in nature with her Jack Russell Lele. Her passions include reading, hiking and rock climbing. 毕业于科廷大学，Leeloo总是十分热衷于分享物理治疗和普拉提的知识。她在2017年完成了普拉提教学的训练，并在数年的工作中积攒了水疗康复的经验。她同时还是一位受过训练的精神健康急救人员，对于提供以病人为中心、以理论为基础的治疗充满信心。 作为一名物理治疗师，Leeloo对创伤性和神经性的损伤有种浓厚的兴趣。她同时也热衷于帮助和治疗妇科及儿科的病患。

In 2010 Isabel graduated as a physiotherapist from the University of the Free State in South Africa. She then went on to complete a certificate in Orthopaedic Manual therapy and another certificate in Pain Management. She was previously a co-owner of a private practice in South Africa with a keen focus on managing a variety of musculoskeletal problems, sports injuries, chronic pain, work related injuries and return to work rehabilitation. Isabel is also a qualified MAP (Myofascial Activated Posture) Movement trainer, an exercise style integrating the knowledge of fascia to improve posture, overall flexibility and strength. In her treatment she incorporates these techniques to help her patients become more independent in managing and preventing pain. She also incorporates these techniques into individualised exercise programs. Isabel is passionate about helping her patients become less fearful of movement – using her extensive knowledge of biomechanics and the interplay of all the different body systems. Isabel moved to Perth with her husband and three children in 2023. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family, living a healthy, active lifestyle which include going to the beautiful beaches and parks around Perth.

You may recognize Sophie as a familiar face at Cannington as she has worked at reception while completing her Physiotherapy degree at the University of Notre Dame. Soph was very active growing up. She was a part of the Western Australian Athletics state teams, played netball and volleyball at a high level, and danced in her younger years. This exposed Sophie to the world of Physiotherapy on many occasions. Soph has developed a keen interest for rehabilitating musculoskeletal sporting injuries as well as providing guidance with strength and conditioning programs to enhance patients’ performances. Soph got to develop her interest and skills through experiences at the Australian Institute of Sport, state team trips and assisting on game days for the Southside Demons Netball Club. When not at work, you will find Soph cheering on the West Coast Eagles, playing with her four legged friends or soaking up the sunshine.