OUR STAFF
Each of our clinicians has spent their entire career working in private practice. Our staff participate in regular continuing education and professional development courses to ensure that their clinical skills and knowledge are kept up to date with the latest research.
STUART CANAVAN Physiotherapist/Clinic Director (B. Physio)
Stuart is a 1994 graduate from La Trobe University and is the clinic director. He has spent his entire career in private practice and has developed a special interest and extensive experience in the management of chronic and complex pain syndromes. He is a former university instructor (Medical University of South Carolina, University of Kentucky), a Level 1 Triathlon Coach and remains very active as a triathlete. Stuart has extensive experience in the management of running related injuries, particularly persistent or re-occurring sources of leg pain.
Stuart works closely with Rowville Sports Academy and has close involvement with the Knox Triathlon Club as both a physiotherapist and an athlete.
KATHRYN OLDMAN (LEGGO) Physiotherapist/Physio Manager (B. Physio Postgrad Cert. Phty (Pelvic Floor))
Kathryn graduated from La Trobe University as a physiotherapist in 2004 and has spent her entire career in private practice. She has extensive experience in the management of musculoskeletal problems. Kathryn has a keen interest in women’s health and has completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Physiotherapy (Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy). She has extensive training in the use of Real Time Ultrasound for assessing the function of the abdominal and pelvic floor muscles.
RACHEL OWEN Physiotherapist (B. Physio)
Rachel Owen graduated in 2004 with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from the University of Otago in New Zealand. Rachel has worked in a variety of areas including sports physiotherapy, clinical pilates, gym based rehabilitation programmes, workplace injuries and chronic pain. Rachel has a special interest in pilates rehabilitation and chronic pain. Rachel also spent two seasons working as the physiotherapist for the Central Pulse Netball Franchise within the ANZ Netball championship. Rachel has a passion for the outdoors and travel and spends her free time mountain biking, walking in the hills and skiing.
STEPHEN MCADAM Physiotherapist (B. Physio)
Stephen graduated as a physiotherapist from La Trobe University in 2009. He has a keen interest in sports and spinal physiotherapy and has focused further studies on the 'sporting shoulder.' Stephen utilises dry needling in his treatment and management of patients, to reduce and prevent myofascial pain. He is also qualified in Pilates and conducts a weekly class for both athletes and the general public.
Stephen has had experience working with both local and elite sporting teams. He is currently the physiotherapist for the Knox Little Athletics Centre and enjoys working with the elite junior development program at Rowville Sports Acadmey. He has a real passion for sport and his background involves: football, basketball, cycling and running. Stephen is undertaking further studies to complete his post-graduate certificate in sports physiotherapy.
STACEY TUCKER Physiotherapist (B. Physio. Hons.)
Stacey graduated from La Trobe University in 2009 with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours). Her honours research involved measuring pressures in clinical test positions of shoulder impingement. Stacey has a strong interest in musculoskeletal and sports physiotherapy. In particular Stacey's interests lie in the management of acute and chronic spinal pain, shoulder dysfunction and clinical pilates. Stacey has worked with both soccer and AFL teams in the past and is keen to continue working with sporting clubs in the future. Her sporting background includes years of competetive netball, tennis and swimming.
EMMA WALLACE Physiotherapist (B. Physio)
Emma graduated from La Trobe University in 2010 with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy. Emma is extremely interested in sports and spinal physiotherapy, and has worked as Head Trainer at the South Croydon Football Club. She was involved at Eclipse Gymnastics, both as a gymnast and coach, and currently enjoys playing soccer for the Croydon Arrows Soccer Club.
LAUREN BRERETON Physiotherapist (B. Physio)
Lauren graduated from LaTrobe University in 2010 with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy. She has a keen interest in musculoskeletal, sports physiotherapy and pilates. Lauren has experience working with AFL and equestrian athletes as well as having an interest in dancers. Lauren is qualified in dry needling and pilates. She enjoys her work with community sports teams and her weekly pilates classes. Lauren is currently the head physiotherapist at the Rowville Sports Academy working closely with elite junior athletes. Outside of work Lauren enjoys being active, she loves the outdoors and is a keen horse rider and runner.
ZOE AGAR Physiotherapist (B. Physio)
Zoe graduated from LaTrobe University in 2009 with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy. Zoe has a keen interest in Sports and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy. She worked as a trainer at Old Trinity AFC for 6 years, and was head trainer for a further 2 years prior to completing her studies. She also worked with the women's Melbourne Victory W-League team in 2010. Her interests lie in treating lower limb injuries; however she enjoys treating a range of different conditions, with patients of all ages.
LEIGH IACOVANGELO Physiotherapist (B. Physio)
Leigh graduated from LaTrobe University with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy. Leigh has a keen interest in musculoskeletal and sports physiotherapy and has worked as a Physiotherapist for Hockey Victoria. Leigh’s interests lie in the management of acute sports injuries and longstanding spinal pain. An active member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association, Leigh regularly participates in ongoing education to further his professional development. As an avid player of hockey at a Victorian level and an interest in tennis, cricket and golf, Leigh uses his sporting experience to best assist athletes.
ALYCIA BAXTER Physiotherapist (B. Physio)
Alycia graduated from LaTrobe University with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy. With experience in the sports medicine field, working with top level AFL, elite cricket and soccer teams, Alycia is passionate about sports, musculoskeletal & women's physiotherapy. She is a also DMA pilates instructor and has dry needling accreditation. Away from work, Alycia enjoys going to the gym, shopping, going to cafes and spending time at the beach.
