The Active Health Team

Senior Podiatrist

WHY DO YOU LOVE BEING A PODIATRIST

I enjoy getting to know my clients and building a strong relationship with them to achieve their goals & get them back to their active lives sooner.

Hand therapy / musculoskeletal physiotherapy / dance assessments

WHY DO YOU LOVE BEING A PHYSIOTHERAPIST?

Being a Physiotherapist means seeing something new and interesting every day. I loves being able to spend time with so many different people with different issues and help them to achieve their health goals, which can range from being able to get around the house safely, to gaining entry to an elite sporting school.

Lead physiotherapist - Vestibular / Vertigo / Running / Sport physio

WHY DO YOU LOVE BEING A PHYSIOTHERAPIST?

I love watching people returning to their true happy selves as they become free of dizziness or pain and realise the potential of their strong and flexible bodies.

Senior physiotherapist - Coolamon clinic / cycling physiotherapy

WHY DO YOU LOVE BEING A PHYSIOTHERAPIST?

I love being a Physiotherapist because you get multiple opportunities throughout the day to make people smile and be happy.

Senior physiotherapist - musculoskeletal physiotherapy / sports physio / Calvary Practitioner Coordinator

WHY DO YOU LOVE BEING A PHYSIOTHERAPIST?

Forming quality connections with people whilst working towards a specific goal.

Lead Physiotherapist / Pilates instructor / Women’s Health

WHY DO YOU LOVE BEING A PHYSIOTHERAPIST?

Empowering & motivating people to look after their health so they can live their best life.

I grew up in Tumut NSW, after school, I worked as an educator in early childhood for several years before moving to Wagga in 2020. I began working at Active Health in 2021 and have spent the last 3 years as part of our wonderful support team! Working at Active sparked an interest in studying again and I started my Certificate IV Allied Health Assistant in 2022 and I am exited to be part of the paediatric team in 2024.
When I’m not at work, you will find me near a soccer field, coaching, playing or hanging out with friends.

WHY DO YOU LOVE BEING A PHYSIOTHERAPIST?

I love being a physiotherapist because no two days are ever the same, and I get to collaborate with families to help them achieve their goals.

WHY DO YOU LOVE BEING A PHYSIOTHERAPIST?

I love being a physiotherapist as I get to work with incredible people and families to help them to achieve their goals. Every time a goal is achieved and the child or a parent comes in to their appointment to tell me, the smiles this brings means I have the best job.

WHY DO YOU LOVE BEING AN EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST?

As an Exercise Physiologist, I am passionate about my role because it allows me to witness firsthand the impact that movement and exercise can have on people's lives. What I love most about being an exercise physiologist is the opportunity to empower individuals to take control of their health and well-being through physical activity. Whether it's helping someone recover from an injury, supporting a client in managing a chronic condition, or simply encouraging individuals to lead more active lifestyles, I find joy in guiding others toward healthier, happier futures.

WHY DO YOU LOVE BEING AN EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST?

I love being an EP because I get the opportunity to work with such a range of different clients to achieve their goals. By building meaningful relationships with my clients, I get to understand their condition or injury and how it is impacting them on a day to day basis, and how we can work together to make meaningful change.

WHY DO YOU LOVE BEING AN EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST?

Having the opportunity to work with such a wide variety of clients, empowering one to achieve their goals and discover their own capabilities.

WHY DO YOU LOVE BEING AN EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST?

I like to help people achieve their goals, whether it be to get stronger to manage their ADLs and hobbies independently, or recover from an injury. I've always wanted to help people, and my passion for fitness has made Exercise Physiology the perfect job opportunity for me.

Sarah joined the Active team in 2019. She grew up on a farm in Coleambally before moving to Wagga in 2004. Sarah is also a yoga instructor at Simplee Yoga and a new Mum.

I joined the Active team in October 2021. I grew up in Wagga and am grateful to have a huge family around me here as well. I enjoy getting outdoors in my free time by hiking and exploring the nature around me. I also have completed many units in the health industry and have good knowledge of patient/client care through this.

Makayla joined the Active team in October 2023 after her partner and her chose to move to Coolamon when he got a transfer for work. Makayla comes from a background in health working in hospitals in the Riverina and South East Sydney since she graduated high school both in admin roles and nursing.

I joined the Active team in November 2021. I grew up in North QLD and moved to Wagga in late 2018. In my spare time I play AFL in both Wagga and Canberra in their respective seasons.

After graduating from high school in 2023, Tess started working at Active in February of 2024. Tess was raised in Wagga Wagga and likes spending time with friends and family in her free time. Jess teaches dance a couple nights a week and has a strong interest in dancing.