Mark Cassidy

APA Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist

Mark is a Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist. He is a member of Sports Medicine Australia and a member of the Australian College of Physiotherapists. He has extensive experience working with athletes at an elite and everyday level. He has worked as a physiotherapist at the Sydney Olympic Games and both the Melbourne and Gold Coast Commonwealth Games. He has a passion for rugby and in the past has been a physio for NSW Country, Queensland Country, Australian Women’s team and currently Australian Stockmen.

Mark has a passion for helping people with complex and difficult to diagnose conditions particularly of the shoulder and lower back. He gets to know his clients and works with them to get them back to having fun at the sports and activities they enjoy.

Mark is involved in the local Fraser Coast Community. He contributes to sports such as Surf Life Saving and Rugby as a volunteer. He is regularly involved with charities such as the Dunga Derby, Rally for a Cause and Fraser Coast Mates, helping to make the Fraser Coast a great place to live.

Mark is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic

Jacob Walmsley

General Physiotherapy

Jacob has degrees in both Exercise Science and Physiotherapy. An avid learner and a people person, Jacob, will leave no stone unturned in achieving the best results for his clients.

Jacob has an interest in pain management and vestibular rehabilitation. On top of his hands-on treatments, Jacob is excellent at designing rehab programs for clients to do at home, in the gym or in the pool, to ensure a full recovery.

Jennifer Aviles

General Physiotherapy

Jennifer graduated from the University of Manitoba in Canada with a Bachelor of Kinesiology. She migrated to Australia to complete her Masters of Physiotherapy Studies in 2017. Jenn is dedicated to optimising the quality of life in every patient and has a passion for neurological and pediatric patients. 

During her time off, Jenn enjoys playing recreational AFL and netball, as well as going in being outdoors and travelling. 

Jennifer is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic.

Lily Hayter

General Physiotherapy

Lily grew up in Hervey Bay. After graduating with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from the Australian Catholic University, Lily couldn’t wait to get started working in the community she grew up in. With a growing interest in Women’s Health, Lily plans to continue her postgraduate studies in antenatal and postnatal care.

Lily enjoys empowering others during treatment so that clients can reach their goals and return to full potential. Exercise and post-operative care is also becoming of an increasing interest. When Lily is not in the clinic she can be found taking her dogs for a walk along the beach and sipping on a coffee.

Lily is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic.

Simran Shah

General Physiotherapy

Simran moved up to Hervey Bay 2 years ago after completing a Bachelors of Physiotherapy (Honours) at the University of Queensland. Simran has a special interest in the treatment of lower back and lower limb injuries along with sports-related injuries. She is an enthusiastic learner who enjoys keeping up with the latest evidence-based practices.

Simran has done extra training in Pilates and Vestibular physiotherapy.

In her spare time, she enjoys playing all sports especially tennis and travelling.

Haydon Choi

General Physiotherapy

Haydon has moved to Hervey Bay from Brisbane. Haydon is keen on sports. He plays football (soccer). Since moving to the Bay he has found an interest in fishing.

Carolyn Owen

Remedial Massage Therapist

Carolyn is one of our Remedial Massage Therapists. If you need remedial, sports or a relaxing massage, Carolyn is the person to see. She is experienced in all forms of massage and takes a holistic approach to health. She is a strong believer in the healing power of touch. A keen learner who keeps up to date, she is currently also learning to become a Yoga teacher.

Carolyn is available for Remedial Massage appointments at our Hervey Bay location