Staff

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 Lisa graduated as a physiotherapist from the University of Sydney in 1991. She worked in the public health system in both Sydney and Tasmania before establishing Physiofit with Marilyn Jordan in 2005. Lisa has a special interest in men's,  women's and pelvic health treating incontinence, sexual pain and dysfunction.  She has completed post graduate studies in pelvic floor at the University of Melbourne and prolapse management at the University of South Australia. 

Lisa is now a titled APA Continence and Women's Health Physiotherapist.

Graham graduated in the UK as a Physiotherapist in 2005. He spent the first 5 years of his career working in the UK health service consolidating his clinical skills in all the core areas of musculoskeletal Physio. He worked for the British Army for 3 years, private practice in France and Rugby clubs before his move to Tassie and Physiofit in early 2015. He has brought a wealth of clinical experience with interests in Orthopaedic rehabilitation and TMJ (Jaw) pain and is comfortable treating patients of all ages and abilities. He enjoys keeping fit, is a keen mountain biker and loves exploring the delights of Tassie. 

Lani brings experience in paediatrics, pre and post natal care, cardiothoracic physiotherapy, manual handling (training and problem solving) and aged care. Lani is a Level III workplace trainer in Manutention, a French way of manual handling that is becoming increasingly popular across aged care. Lani also has a Certificate IV in Workplace Assessment and Training. Training is probably Lani’s favourite aspect of being a Physiotherapist. 

Micheal graduated from Cairo University, Egypt, in 2008 and also holds a FIFA Diploma in Football Medicine and Doctor of Physiotherapy (DPT) in Sports Injuries. 
Micheal has undertaken a significant green change from the vast deserts of Kuwait to work with us here in Launceston. 

He was engaged with the Public Hospital system in Kuwait which included intense ancillary work during the height of the pandemic.

On a lighter note, Micheal also spent 4 years working with a high ranking soccer team in Kuwait.
His first professional love is treating post surgical patients, and providing rehab for injuries.
Micheal enjoys hands-on treatment and prescribing exercise  to achieve recovery.
When he is away from work his interests include playing soccer, table tennis and listening to music.

Shesh graduated in Bangalore, India from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences in 2014. He gained experience in a Hospital setting where he focused on Neurological Rehabilitation before moving to Australia (QLD) from Nepal. 

Shesh is experienced in Aged Care for pain management and functional assessments and keen to deliver rehabilitation and exercise classes for all age groups.

Shesh has left the tropics of Queensland for the cool and beautiful surrounds of Northern Tasmania.

Kahlia is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist who graduated from the University of Tasmania in 2017 with a Bachelor of Exercise Science and Professional Honours in Exercise Physiology. Since graduating Kahlia has predominately worked in a private practice setting working with clients with a range of musculoskeletal injuries and chronic health conditions. Kahlia is passionate about educating individuals on the power of exercise for both prevention and treatment and providing tailored exercise programs to help clients achieve their goals and improve their health. Outside of work Kahlia enjoys staying fit and active by strength training in the gym, playing touch football and exploring the natural beauty that Tasmania’s environment has to offer. 

Sian is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist who graduated from the University of Tasmania in 2019 with a Bachelor of Exercise Science and Professional Honours in Exercise Physiology. 

Sian spent her first two years as an Exercise Physiologist working in community aged care before transitioning to private practice with Physiofit in 2022. 

Sian enjoys all aspects of Exercise Physiology, and loves helping people to achieve their goals through exercise. Sian loves seeing how exercise can benefit chronic disease management and how much exercise can benefit someone's health.  

Outside of work, Sian enjoys keeping active through social sport, mountain biking, running and strength training at the gym. 

Denise has been a member of the Physiofit team since 2012 and provides an extensive range of qualified services. These includes Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapy*, Remedial Massage Therapy and Yoga which has provided her with knowledge on the therapeutic benefits of stretching.

Denise also holds qualifications in cupping and completed further study in neck and shoulder pain. She has a keen interest in all of these areas.

In her down time Denise enjoys jazz, tap dance, drawing and eating chocolate!

* see Services for further details.

JJ qualified as a Remedial Massage Therapist in 2014 having studied in Victoria. Since joining Physiofit in 2015 she has gained much experience in a range of massage modalities including, Sports massage, Swedish massage, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Myofascial release and Pregnancy massage. She is passionate about good health and well-being for members of the whole family. When not working as a RMT, JJ is being mum to Phoebe And Hugo, while working on the farm as well.   

Cecilia graced Physiofit with her presence in March, 2017, joining the team as a massage therapist. Originally from New Zealand, with Pacific Island background, she has 20 years of massage experience, working in clinics, hospices, hospitals and her own business. Her style is unique and caters for each individual. Cecilia has a wonderful sense of humour, keeping the staff entertained. When not massaging she spends her time reading.