Physical Wellbeing

Geoff is a post graduate trained musculoskeletal physiotherapist.

SPECIALTY:

Musculoskeletal conditions including spinal and other joint conditions.

Orthopaedic surgery post-operative rehabilitation.

Falls risk assessment/balance.

Exercise program assessments.

Rehabilitation post injury or deconditioning.

Teagan graduated from La Trobe University Bendigo in 2013 with a double degree in Bachelor of Health Science and Masters of Podiatric Practice. Here, she was awarded invitation to the Golden Key International Honours Society for outstanding academic achievement through the duration of her course as well as the Bendigo Podiatry Gold Award which is awarded to the top graduating student in the faculty. Prior to this Teagan grew up on a dairy farm in Cohuna located in regional Victoria. Teagan joined Macedon Ranges Health in early 2014 and has become a valued member of our podiatry team earning the trust and respect of both colleagues and clients with her caring and friendly approach. Teagan has a passion for helping others and enjoys playing a vital role in ensuring the community maintain their mobility, independence and live foot pain free! Teagan is a complete all-round podiatrist who is experienced in all aspects of podiatry. When not at work Teagan enjoys spending time with her three children Noah, Niall and Olena.

SPECIALTY:

Corns.

Callous'.

Ingrown toenail care or surgery.

Wart treatment.

Orthotic therapy.

Diabetic foot care including use of a number of tools and devices to assess ones blood supply and nerve function.

Louise has been working in the area of Women’s Health for more than 20 years at MRH, and is trained to meet client’s needs. She is passionate about client care, ensuring that women are made to feel comfortable in the discussion and delivery of care for sensitive health issues. She has established and facilitated various client services at MRH and endeavors to determine what is important and achievable for her clients whilst enhancing self-management of their own conditions.

QUALIFICATIONS

Registered Nurse (RMH) / Registered Midwife (RWH)

Bachelor of Health Science (LaTrobe)

Grad Dip Nurse Education (VUT)

Sexual Reproductive Health I & II - including Cervical Screening (FPV)

Grad Cert Women’s Centered Clinical Care (Melb Uni)

Immunisation Nurse (LaTrobe)

SPECIALTY

Women's Health

Health Screenings

Providing a holistic and empathetic approach to client care

Chronic medical conditions

Sarah graduated from LaTrobe University with a Bachelor of Podiatry in 2006. Since then she has been working in various clinics around Shepparton, Melbourne and Gisborne. A recent move from the private sector to community health, has seen Sarah join the team at MRH. Sarah has had extensive experience in all aspects of podiatry, and has developed a keen interest in the high risk foot leading to her specialising in diabetes assessment, education and management.

When studying Podiatry, Sarah worked at The Athletes Foot, which has given her a high level of experience and knowledge in sports shoes. She is always happy to chat and provide advice about correct fit and desirable features required from your footwear. Sarah has always had a keen interest in many sports including tennis, football and swimming. You might also see her riding around the trails in Woodend with her young family.

SPECIALTY:

High risk foot leading, specialising in diabetes assessment, education and management.

Assessment of the neurovascular status of the foot.

Ruth graduated from Lincoln Institute of Health Sciences with a Bachelor of Podiatry in 1985. She completed a Post Graduate studies in Pharmacology for Podiatry in 1988. Ruth has worked in Hospital, Rehabilitation and Community Health most of her career including Chief Podiatrist positions at Royal Melbourne Hospital, Royal Hobart Hospital and John Lindell Rehab Unit in Bendigo. Ruth has also worked in Private Practice in Castlemaine, Kyneton and Gisborne. She moved to the Macedon Ranges in 1990, and Gisborne in 2001. Ruth’s most recent employment at MRH started in 2021 (part time), but she has done several short term locum positions with us over the years.

SPECIALTY:

high risk foot and wound care, which includes neurovascular assessment, education and management to decrease re-development of wounds once they are healed.

general foot pain, including nail and callus reduction and foot wear education and the provision of supportive orthotic devices.

Ruth also teaches Aqua aerobics and is enthusiastic about the benefits of this exercise modality.

Ann Moore joined Macedon Ranges Health in 2021 with experience working in private and public organisations. Ann’s primary role at MRH is in facilitating the exercise component of the Heart Smart program but also conducts assessments and 1:1 exercise sessions for clients with a range of chronic conditions.

You do not need a referral to book a session with Ann.

Aleks has been a Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist for 4 years after completing his Master’s degree at Latrobe University. Prior to his physio studies, Aleks also completed his bachelor’s degree in Exercise and Sports Science at RMIT University. As such, Aleks has an immense passion for exercise rehabilitation of all ages across a variety of settings. His goal as a clinician is to empower every individual with an injury or chronic pain into getting back to the activities they love to do.

Throughout his professional career, Aleks has been fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with the AFL Western Jets Men’s Squad for the 2023 Coates Talent League season. His exposure to high level youth sports have given him a great opportunity to develop his physiotherapy skills, and he is excited to bring his knowledge and expertise to Macedon Ranges Health.

SPECIALTIES:

Hands-on manual therapies

Exercise prescription for all musculoskeletal injuries/conditions

Chronic pain management

Sports rehabilitation

Pilates and Occupational Physiotherapy

Outside of work, Aleks can be found playing basketball and trying to perfect his golf swing on the weekend. He loves watching the AFL and is an avid Carlton supporter, hoping to see them win a premiership in his lifetime!

Beck started out as an OT over 10 years ago in NSW working in Occupational Rehabilitation, supporting injured workers to return to work. She then moved to Tasmania to work in pain management in residential aged care, and then community aged care. Beck returned to her home state of Victoria in November 2022 and worked in NDIS. She is happy to be returning to community aged care and is enjoying the rural drive to work each day.

Outside of work, Beck can be found hanging upside down on a trapeze, working in her vegetable garden, or crocheting in front of her science fiction DVD’s.