Meet Our Lovely Team
Sherrie Krampel – Managing Director
Sherrie established Total Health Choice in 2011 with specific emphasis on providing a warm, personal physiotherapy experience for elderly and less mobile individuals in the comfort of their home.
Her passion has always been to help those in need and THP’s values of Trust, Compassion and Care are also the values Sherrie abides by in her personal life.
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Sherrie Graduated from La Trobe University in 2003 and worked in private practice. Whilst she loved working as a Physiotherapist she felt she needed to find a purpose and founded Total Health Choice as she felt that working with vulnerable people meant she could really make a difference to their quality of life by developing meaningful relationships and providing outstanding care.
Sherrie’s purpose is to ensure each member of her team goes above and beyond patient expectations to achieve the desired outcome. She loves the notion of her team putting a smile on the faces of her patients while helping them achieve their functional goals through rehabilitation.
When not working Sherrie loves spending time with her family going for runs, bike rides and kicking the footy with her boys.
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Julia – Occupational Therapy Clinical Manager
Julia graduated from La Trobe University in 2016 with a Bachelor of Health Science and Master of Occupational Therapy. Throughout her studying, she worked at Melbourne Football Club as a Sports Trainer.
Julia is THP’s incredible Team Leader and mentors and guides the OT team with her impressive leadership qualities.
She has extensive experience working in the NDIS and primarily focuses on SIL, SDA and other housing assessments and has had a high success rate through her extensive reports, transparency and attention to detail.
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Julia also thoroughly enjoys completing home modification requests with a primary focus on bathrooms.
She is an expert in making the lives of her participants’ easier by prescribing assistive technology (e.g low cost items, mechanical beds, recliner chairs, wheelchairs, mobility scooters) to optimise their day to day living.
Julia has always been interested in health and fitness and this has led to her career choice in Occupational Therapy. Growing up, she competed at state levels in athletics and swimming. In more recent years, she was fortunate to be a part of the emerging Women’s AFL League and still plays for a local community club.
Julia is passionate about volunteering and from a young age has contributed to a number of causes close to her heart, including working as a first responder on ambulances overseas.
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Loren – Clinical Manager
Loren is our Clinical Operations Manager at THP, graduating from Auckland University of Technology in 2011. Loren has extensive experience working across many different areas of physiotherapy including; private practice, hydrotherapy, aged care and community. Over the past seven years Loren has moved into leadership/ management positions within the aged care and community sector.
Loren’s excited to be part of the THP family and supporting the team to ensure each client/ participant is receiving the best quality services and care from each of our clinicians.
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Loren enjoys working collaboratively with a team to get the best outcomes and thrives off seeing clients achieve rehabilitation goals that they didn’t think possible.
Outside of work, Loren enjoys spending time with her young family, running, going to the beach and spending quality time with friends.
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Devana Thevanesan – Senior Physiotherapist
Dev graduated from James Cook University in Townsville in 2015 and has worked with the elderly ever since. She is not only a passionate advocate for the elderly population but is also the NDIS Coordinator for Total Health Choice and manages the THP social media platforms.
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Dev enjoys the relationship building with her NDIS and private patients and their families as much as she enjoys providing the therapy itself. Dev is compassionate and caring which is the foundation of Total Health Choice’s core values and she has an incredible way of connecting with her patients to help them achieve optimal outcomes. She recognises the importance of tailoring her treatment approach to integrate individual circumstances in order to meet patient-specific goals.
Dev manages the diverse team at THP to assist their patients pursue their goals and live a meaningful and independent life.
When not working as a Physiotherapist, she enjoys discovering new cuisines, spending time with her beautiful dog and is a qualified eyelash extension technician!
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Chaya Greenbaum – Occupational Therapy Team Leader
Chaya Greenbaum is a Senior Occupational Therapist at Total Health Choice, specialising in NDIS and aged care assessments, home modifications, assistive technology (AT), and equipment prescription.
She graduated from La Trobe University in Melbourne in 2014 and has since dedicated her career to empowering clients to achieve greater independence and improve their quality of life. Chaya’s compassionate approach ensures that each client receives tailored and comprehensive support that aligns with their goals and unique needs.
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Chaya loves community-based occupational therapy because it allows her to make a real difference in her clients’ everyday lives.
She finds joy in working collaboratively with individuals in their own environments, where meaningful changes can be implemented to enhance safety, accessibility, and engagement in daily activities.
Seeing her clients thrive in their homes and communities brings her immense fulfilment and fuels her passion for her work.
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Megan- Physiotherapy Clinical Manager
Megan graduated with a masters degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Toronto in 2010. Since then, she has worked in private practice, acute care, and rehabilitation before moving from Canada to Australia.
Megan has spent over ten years providing physiotherapy services to clients in aged care and the community. She is passionate about helping clients reach their goals. Megan is empathetic, caring, and strives to provide personalized care to all of her clients.
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Megan has completed further study in a number of areas including hydrotherapy, Parkinson’s disease, dementia, and gerontology. She loves learning and putting into practice the new skills that she is taught.
Outside of work, Megan’s time is spent with her husband and two little boys. She also volunteers with a local community playhouse and enjoys pilates, yoga, and reading (when she has the time)!
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Kevin – Senior Physiotherapist
Kevin graduated from LaTrobe University in 2013. He is trusting, compassionate and he cares about everyone around him.
Kevin has specialised in aged care since graduating and has developed a real passion for helping his patients get back on their feet and keeping them as active as possible.
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Kevin enjoys the ability to spend quality time to work with and get to know his patients thus achieving better outcomes on their overall function. He has an emphasis on educating his patients on the rationale behind various choices of treatments and often combines an exercise/activity based approach to achieve the patient’s goals. He has a particular interest in working with individuals with dementia as he has a special way of connecting with these patients, building a relationship of trust thus allowing them to respond to him and get the most positive outcomes on their function.
In his spare time, Kevin is often a part-time handyman taking part in various renovations or building projects, or is keeping fit with Kung Fu (martial arts) – his sport of choice.
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Jojo- Senior Occupational Therapist
Jojo graduated from Monash University in 2015. Since graduating she has gained vast experience working in aged care and in the community. Jojo grew up in Hong Kong. She is fluent in Cantonese and English, she also speaks Mandarin.
Jojo is passionate about working with people with disabilities and the elderly to maximise their independence as well as safety in daily living, as this allows them to participate in meaningful activities to promote quality of life. She has a particular interest in assistive technology and home modifications.
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Her extensive knowledge of assistive technology and home modifications can assist clients to achieve their unique goals by improving their independence and safety at home and in the community. Jojo is one of Total Health Choice’s experts in SIL and SDA assessments, helping her participants to explore the most appropriate support model and living arrangement, ensuring they receive the best care.
Outside of work, Jojo enjoys doing handcrafts, baking and spending time with her family and friends.
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Mindy – Occupational Therapist
Mindy graduated from La Trobe University in 2020 with a Bachelor of Health Science and Master of Occupational Therapy, having completed placements in paediatrics, rehabilitation and acute hospital settings. Mindy’s passion lies in her ability to work with a broad range of age groups, disabilities and backgrounds.
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With a keen interest in working with individuals to help achieve their full potential, Mindy is focused on enhancing her clients independence and supporting them in achieving personal goals. Mindy recognizes the importance of increasing her client’s participation and engagement in any meaningful aspects of their lives.
Outside of work, Mindy enjoys exercising, cooking and spending time with her family and friends.
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Joyce – Physiotherapist
Joyce completed her Master of Physiotherapy Practice at La Trobe University in 2021. Her main training was in both acute hospital and rehabilitation settings which has provided her with the skills to apply a variety of evidence-based treatment approaches to her patients.
Joyce has a special interest in neurological conditions and she loves to explore different treatment options for different clients and conditions, as there is no one-size-fits-all approach.
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Joyce who has been labelled as a “seniors whisperer” has a special interest in working with older adults. Her approach to patient care is extremely compassionate and she has immense pleasure hearing about her patient’s unique stories and being part of their journey to better health and wellbeing outcomes.
Joyce was born in Malaysia and is fluent in English, Mandarin, and Malay (conversational).
In her spare time Joyce enjoys spending time with family and friends and is a foodie who loves exploring different and new restaurants.
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Vatche – Physiotherapy Clinical Supervisor
Vatche graduated from Melbourne University in 2015 and began his career working in aged care and private practice, treating a varied musculoskeletal caseload and instructing clinical and fitness Pilates classes.
Vatche worked in the aged care setting for a total of 5 years and worked his way up to a senior therapist position, leading a small team of therapists across multiple facilities before moving into the NDIS space.
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He enjoys working in a team setting, where he is able to share his knowledge and experience as well as collaborate within the multi-disciplinaty team, working with all stakeholders to achieve the best possible outcomes for his patients.
Vatche really enjoys getting to know his patients on a personal level and building strong connections with them. He believes that this is a key part of working with them to achieve their health and wellbeing goals. He also enjoys the challenge of having to adapt his therapy provision to suit the needs of his patients broad backgrounds and often complex medical histories.
In his free time, Vatche likes to keep busy with DIY projects around the home and garden, and likes to think of himself as somewhat of a handyman. He also enjoys catching up with friends and family and keeping active.
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Patrick- Exercise Physiology Team Leader
Servicing the South-Eastern suburbs of Melbourne!
Patrick is an experienced Exercise Physiologist having worked in private practice clinics with a wide variety of clients. Patrick completed his Masters Of Clinical Exercise Physiology at Deakin University. He has also worked previously as a personal trainer and strength coach.
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Patrick has a passion for working in the NDIS space and helping people achieve their goals. He always strives to increase his client’s confidence in themselves and their abilities. Using a holistic approach, he helps people towards their goals no matter how big or small.
Outside of work, Patrick enjoys playing video games to unwind, watching the latest movies at the theatre and going to the gym.
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Monica- Exercise Physiologist
Our new Exercise Physiologist in Brunswick!
Monica graduated as an Exercise Physiologist in February 2022 from the University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Sydney and then made the move to Melbourne in April this year. During her placements she particularly enjoyed working with both elderly individuals and those with a disability, helping them achieve better quality of life through a focus on exercise and overall well-being.
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Clinically, Monica is passionate about making a positive difference in people’s lives. Monica really enjoys building relationships with patients and assisting them not only in pursuing their goals but in creating meaningful change to ultimately optimise overall health outcomes.
Outside work as an Exercise Physiologist, Monica enjoys spending time with friends and family and getting out and about whether it be going for a walk, going to the beach, having a hit of tennis, grabbing a bite to eat, fishing or just exploring somewhere new. Monica really loves adventure and travel.
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Steven – Physiotherapy Team Leader
Steven earned his Master of Physiotherapy Practice from La Trobe University in 2016.
Since then, he has worked in a variety of settings, including acute care, professional sports, private practice, and aged care, before finding his passion working in the community.
As the Physiotherapy Team Leader, Steven has a wealth of experience, alongside a friendly and patient-centred approach – all important attributes for providing top quality care for his clients. In addition to providing physiotherapy services to those within the community, Steven is also an experienced trainer in manual handling, providing education and training to various businesses and individuals who need to upskill their practices for a safer work environment.
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Outside of work, Steven enjoys running marathons, lifting weights at the gym, and spending quality time with his one-year-old son.
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Lee – Occupational Therapist
Lee graduated from Monash university in 2020 and began her career working in an acute mental health setting.
Lee’s experience covers community rehabilitation for individuals living with acquired brain injury, paediatrics, as well as working with individuals living with mental illness in acute, sub-acute and continuous care settings.
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Lee has participated in a number of rural voluntary experiences that have helped build her cultural competency. This includes a volunteer program in Phnom Penh, Cambodia as well as working in an Indigenous pre-school in Broome, Western Australia.
Lee enjoys meeting a wide variety of clients through her work and prides herself on providing client-centered holistic care.
Outside of work, Lee enjoys traveling, cooking, eating exotic foods and spending time with her family.
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Aniket – Physiotherapist
Aniket is an overseas trained physiotherapist who completed his masters in sports physiotherapy in 2012 and has around 8 years of aged care and private practice experience in Victoria. Working as an ICU therapist in hospitals overseas, he has a special interest towards cardiorespiratory and musculoskeletal physiotherapy.
He is passionate towards helping his patients achieve their goals. In his spare time, Aniket enjoys spending time with family, friends and loves to cook.
Manu – Physiotherapist
Manu earned his Doctor of Physiotherapy degree from the University of Melbourne after completing his bachelor’s degree in Exercise and Sports science. It equipped him with various skills for targeted therapy for the people who need it the most.
During his University years, Manu had varied placement experience in acute, subacute settings in the hospital and in the community. The placements confirmed his passion for working with elderly people and people with disabilities. It gives him joy and fulfillment when he sees them achieve their personal and community goals and brings a positive outcome in their lives.
He always believed that exercise prescription and therapy can bring immense change holistically in an individual’s life at any given stage of a person’s lifespan.
Gabi – Occupational Therapist
Gabi graduated from Monash University in 2022 with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours). She completed placements in a range of community settings including adults with movement disorders, falls prevention and mental health along with paediatrics.
Gabi’s exposure to a broad range of disabilities and clients enhanced her passion for working in a community setting and helping clients maintain their independence.
Gabi is focused on working with clients holistically to achieve their goals and supporting them to maintain engagement in the areas of their life that are important to them.
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Gabi works towards ensuring her clients are smiling and feel they are being heard.
Outside of work, Gabi enjoys spending time with friends and family, exploring new and fun places for food along with going to the gym.
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Tiffany – Admin Lead
Tiffany graduated with a Master of Physiotherapy from the University of Sydney in 2012, following a Bachelor of Exercise Science from Deakin University in 2004.
She began her physiotherapy career in private practice, eventually transitioning to aged care, where she gained eight years of experience in residential settings. Eager for a fresh challenge, Tiffany shifted her focus to the NDIS and home care sectors, bringing her expertise into these new environments.
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Currently, Tiffany serves as the Administration Manager at Total Health Choice, where her unique blend of clinical knowledge and exceptional organisational skills greatly benefits THC clients.
Her extensive background supports Total Health Choice in advancing its business development and growth aspirations.
Outside of work, Tiffany is a busy mum of two young boys and enjoys quality time with her family. She has a passion for CrossFit and loves relaxing over cocktails with friends.
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Leonie – Massage Therapist
Leonie is a remedial Massage therapist with over 20 years of experience within a variety of health settings.
Leonie embarked on her career in massage with the desire to help people, and she derives immense satisfaction from witnessing her clients benefit from treatment. Even after two decades, her motivation as a therapist remains rooted in the mission of making people feel better.
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Her massage style encompasses a blend of remedial techniques, deep tissue work, and relaxation methods. She firmly believes that relaxation enhances the body’s capacity to heal, and the fusion of these treatment styles addresses both the physical and mental aspects of well-being. To ensure that each massage session is tailored to her client’s specific needs, Leonie commences with a thorough consultation. During this initial phase, she discusses medical history and establishes the massage goals.
In addition to her client work, Leonie is also an educator, teaching massage at Victoria University. Alongside her husband, she is a parent to two active children who keep her family dynamic.
Leonie eagerly anticipates the opportunity to collaborate with you in achieving your wellness objectives.
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Ashley – Occupational Therapist
Ashley completed his Master of Occupational Therapy at Swinburne University of Technology in 2023. He has experience working in community health, NDIS, and subacute hospital settings with paediatric and adult patients. Additionally, he has completed a research project in pressure care education and management.
Ashley enjoys working with a wide range of people. He applies a collaborative approach with clients, including planning and developing goals. During his sessions, he implements a strengths-based approach.
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Ashley values the importance of learning about each individual’s interests and incorporating them into his work. Ashley is determined to help patients overcome any barriers and achieve their goals.
Ashley has several interests including playing sports, spending time outdoors, and socialising with family and friends.
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Maddy – Physioherapist
Maddy completed her Doctorate of Physiotherapy at Melbourne University in 2023. During her study, she gained experience in a range of clinical settings including musculoskeletal physiotherapy, acute neurological rehabilitation, community health and paediatric physiotherapy.
Through these experiences, Maddy has developed a special interest in paediatrics and enjoys helping patients achieve their goals. She finds fulfillment and joy in bringing positive outcomes to patients’ lives.
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Maddy has a deep passion for helping children and adolescents, improving their quality of life throughout their childhood.
In her free time, Maddy enjoys exercising, spending time with her family, cooking desserts and walking along the beach!
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Milo – Physiotherapist
Milo completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy at Charles Sturt University in 2023, where she immersed herself in a diverse range of clinical settings, including neurological and orthopedic rehabilitation, acute post-surgical care, aged care within the hospital setting, and private practice.
During her studies, Milo also dedicated her time as an Allied Health Assistant, providing support to NDIS participants, which ignited her passion for community-based care.
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With a genuine commitment to patient well-being and achieving positive outcomes, Milo takes a holistic approach to therapy, focusing not only on physical rehabilitation but also on enhancing overall quality of life.
Outside of work, Milo indulges her passion for cooking by experimenting with new recipes to delight her friends and family. She also enjoys spending cherished moments with her beloved dog, Peach, exploring the outdoors and staying active.
With her compassionate nature and dedication to patient-centered care, Milo strives to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those she serves as a physiotherapist.
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Henry – Physiotherapist
Henry graduated from Monash University in 2023 but prior to commencing his career as a Physiotherapist had worked as a Myotherapist.
As part of his physiotherapy training Henry gained experience working in hospital and community settings. Throughout his journey of training and self discovery, Henry has progressively found a deep passion in helping clients in the community as he enjoys taking them on a pathway to help them achieve their goals.
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His passion for community work also stems from his love in connecting with people at a personal level and building meaningful relationships.
In his spare time Henry enjoys exercising, playing his guitar, eating cultured foods and reminiscing how wonderful it was that Collingwood won the grand final in 2023.
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Karen – Occupational Therapist
Karen graduated from Trinity College Dublin in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Occupational Therapy.
She has practised as an OT in the acute hospital setting in Ireland in the areas of Stroke, Neurology, Frailty, Orthopaedics and Hand Therapy which has given her a variety of experience working with clients across their lifespan.
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Karen is very interested in continuing her career in supporting and promoting independence for the aged community and those with disabilities within their home and community environments. Karen is passionate about collaborating with people in their everyday lives, to support them in achieving goals that are personalised and important to them.
Outside of work, Karen enjoys going to the gym, any good craft project, meeting up with friends and exploring Melbourne’s Opp Shops for second-hand treasures!
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Cooper – Administrator & Accounts Receivable
Cooper graduated from RMIT University in 2022 with a degree in Remedial Massage and Myotherapy. Following two years of experience in private practice, he sought to advance his career by exploring new challenges and areas of interest.
Collaborating with allied health professionals aligns with Cooper’s goal of delivering exceptional client experiences through teamwork. His active participation in basketball, cricket, and football provided firsthand experience with allied health practices, enhancing his commitment to expanding his expertise in this domain.
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Currently, Cooper is focusing on his role in accounts and administration, aiming to further support and enhance the operational aspects of allied health services.
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Laura – Occupational Therapist
Laura is an experienced Occupational Therapist from Northern Ireland with a BSc Hons in Occupational Therapy from the University of Derby.
She has over five years of expertise in diverse areas, including mental health, Reablement, spinal injuries, and community home adaptations. After traveling through Asia and immersing herself in new cultures, Laura has recently moved to Melbourne.
She is excited to explore the city’s vibrant lifestyle and enjoys socializing with friends, as well as practicing Yoga and Pilates in her free time.
Rody – Physiotherapist
Rody graduated from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland with a (Hons) Bachelor of Physiotherapy in 2022. He has recently relocated to Melbourne from Tipperary in Ireland.
His post graduate experience has consisted of almost 2 years of rotations in acute hospital wards in St. Vincent’s Private, Dublin. The specialties he has worked in include orthopaedics, cardiorespiratory, oncology, high dependency and post surgical rehab.
Rody’s passion lies in providing individualized care and rehabilitation that aims to make a real difference in people’s function and lives.
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He enjoys working with people of all ages and abilities. He has a particular interest in the care of the elderly population. Rody aims to help people achieve their goals no matter how big or small through education, exercise and hands on therapy. He loves to build a great rapport with his clients and believes it’s the key to ensure client centered care. He also has a keen interest in working with sports related injuries and helping people return to their sport.
He is very excited about this change in his career and life in a new country. In his spare time, he is enjoying exploring Melbourne one coffee shop at a time. He loves to keep active and his main passion is in sport especially rugby, tennis and golf.
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Snehal Golangade – Physiotherapist
Snehal is a dedicated and compassionate physiotherapist with over 17 years of diverse experience spanning hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and community health services, including Telehealth. Specializing in neuro-rehabilitation in pediatrics and geriatrics, Snehal has been instrumental in improving the quality of life for children with disabilities and elderly patients alike. Her expertise extends to community health, making her a versatile and well-rounded practitioner.
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Certified in Neuro-Developmental Treatment by the Neuro-Developmental Treatment Association, Kinesiology Taping, Soft Tissue Manual Therapy from the USA, and Sensory Integration by the University of Southern California, Snehal’s skills are well-honed for treating complex conditions.
She actively participates in continuing education and has presented papers at international physiotherapy conferences, as well as conducting workshops to upskill fellow physiotherapists worldwide.
Passionate about making a meaningful impact on her patients’ physical well-being, Snehal tailors her care to meet individual needs. Outside her professional commitments, she enjoys music, travel, and contributes to her community through volunteer work and fundraising initiatives, reflecting her dedication to making a positive difference.
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Emily – Occupational Therapy Paediatric Team Leader
Emily graduated from Australian Catholic University (ACU) in 2018 with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy. Emily worked as a personal care assistant in an aged care facility throughout university. When she graduated she commenced working within the NDIS in the community working amongst people with disabilities.
She became a Key Worker in late 2018 and has been working with young people and their families ever since.
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She is passionate about supporting children to achieve milestones and providing holistic, strengths based support to the families she works with.
Favourite areas to work amongst are sensory processing, sleep and toileting.
Outside of work, Emily enjoys spending time with friends and family, exercising, cooking for people and reading.
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Elana – Physiotherapist
Elana graduated from a Doctor of Physiotherapy at Monash University in 2024. During her study, she gained experience in a range of clinical settings including acute musculoskeletal and cardiorespiratory physiotherapy and subacute neurological rehabilitation.
Elana has also worked for several years as an Allied Health Assistant in aged care, and thoroughly enjoyed watching the residents improve in their mobility and participation. Her passion for community work has also stemmed from her ability to connect with people and build meaningful relationships.
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Through her placements, Elana has developed special interest areas in women’s health and vestibular physiotherapy.
In her spare time, Elana enjoys having a chat, Pilates classes, spending time with family and friends, trying out new recipes and watching AFL or stand up comedy.
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Faye- Occupational Therapist
Faye is a dedicated Occupational Therapist with five years of post-graduate experience in London.
Providing comprehensive therapeutic services to diverse populations. With a strong foundation in clinical practice and patient-centred care, Faye excels in designing and implementing effective treatment plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
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Graduating with a Bsc Hons degree in Occupational Therapy from Canterbury Christ Church University, Faye has since specialised in acute care and therapy and community rehabilitation demonstrating expertise in both hands-on therapeutic techniques and holistic approaches to support functional independence and improve quality of life.
Since arriving in Melbourne in November 2023, Faye has worked supporting clients when applying for NDIS funding.
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Our Staff & Culture
Total Health Choice has a very vibrant team that have contributed to our culture in their own way.
We all feel that we have a greater purpose and that is to make a difference to the quality of life and wellbeing of our patients. Whilst we are a relatively small team, we have continued to grow and greater serve the community.
Being part of Total Health Choice could be described as our own inner sanctum. We feel a real sense of comradery, each team member has their role and takes pride in what they represent.
Our culture is trust, compassion, and care. We are also highly empathetic and show that to our patients, we try really connecting with them to get the best out of them.
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