Better PhysiotherapyBundoora
Our Team

The Experts Behind
Your Recovery

Our team of postgraduate-trained physiotherapists brings genuine expertise, compassion, and a relentless focus on your outcomes.

Clinical Excellence

Every team member holds postgraduate qualifications and undertakes a minimum of 30 hours CPD annually.

Patient-Centred Care

We treat the person, not the diagnosis. Your goals drive every decision we make.

Continuous Learning

We invest in the latest training and research to ensure our patients receive the most current evidence-based treatment.

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Dr. Sarah Chen

Principal Physiotherapist & Director

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Sarah founded Better Physiotherapy Bundoora after 12 years in clinical practice and roles with state-level athletics teams. Her passion lies in getting people back to what they love — whether that's running a marathon or walking to the letterbox. She combines a thorough clinical approach with a warm, empathetic style that patients consistently describe as life-changing.

Specialties

  • Sports Rehabilitation
  • Spinal Physiotherapy
  • Post-Surgical Rehab
  • Running Analysis

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Hons) — La Trobe University
  • Masters of Sports Physiotherapy — Melbourne University
  • Certified Sports Physiotherapist (APA)
  • Dry Needling Level 1 & 2

Trail running, triathlon, and hiking with her two dogs.

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Michael Torres

Senior Physiotherapist

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Michael joined our team in 2018 after working in hospital-based neurological and paediatric physiotherapy. His genuine compassion for NDIS participants and their families has earned him a loyal patient base who describe him as "the physio who truly listens." Michael takes the time to understand the whole person — their goals, their challenges, and their support network.

Specialties

  • NDIS Physiotherapy
  • Neurological Rehab
  • Paediatric Physio
  • Balance & Falls Prevention

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Physiotherapy — Australian Catholic University
  • Graduate Certificate in Neurological Physiotherapy
  • NDIS Registered Provider
  • Paediatric Physiotherapy Professional Development

Coaching junior football and spending time with his family in Bundoora.

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Priya Sharma

Physiotherapist — Women's Health & Pilates

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Priya specialises in areas that are often underserved in traditional physiotherapy — women's health, pelvic floor dysfunction, and pregnancy-related musculoskeletal conditions. Her approach is holistic, sensitive, and deeply evidence-based. Priya also runs our highly regarded Clinical Pilates program, helping patients rebuild strength and confidence post-injury or post-partum.

Specialties

  • Women's Health
  • Clinical Pilates
  • Pelvic Floor Rehab
  • Pregnancy & Postnatal

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Physiotherapy — RMIT University
  • Certified APPI Clinical Pilates Instructor
  • Post-Graduate Certification in Women's Health
  • Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy Training

Pilates (naturally!), cooking, and raising two energetic children.

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James Okonkwo

Physiotherapist — Sports & Musculoskeletal

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James brings energy, enthusiasm, and genuine sports knowledge to every session. Having played semi-professional basketball himself, he understands the physical and mental impact that injury has on athletes. James is known for going above and beyond — sending video exercise tutorials, checking in between sessions, and genuinely celebrating patient milestones.

Specialties

  • Sports Injuries
  • Shoulder Rehabilitation
  • Dry Needling
  • Youth Sport

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Hons) — Deakin University
  • Dry Needling Certification — APAN
  • Sports Taping & Strapping Certification
  • Strength & Conditioning Certificate

Basketball, strength training, and mentoring young athletes.

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Passionate About Physio?

We're always looking for exceptional physiotherapists to join our growing team in Bundoora. If you share our values and commitment to patient outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

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