Qualifications & Experience
1997
Qualified as Physiotherapist
University of Otago, New Zealand
I qualified from a four year degree and began working in a private sports clinic. I assessed and managed acute sporting injuries on the pitch side, and provided rehab for players in the clinic, as well as for the general public. I began part time work in pelvic health too and loved it! I was fortunate to have one on one mentoring to develop my skills in pelvic floor assessment and rehabilitation in a dedicated Women's Hospital.
Since 1999
Physiotherapy Work in the UK
I worked as a locum physiotherapist around the UK, alternating between musculoskeletal outpatients and pelvic health, whilst undertaking a post-graduate diploma in Women's Health at the University of Bradford. This enabled me to become a full member of POGP.  I settled in pelvic health after this, but have retained my musculoskeletal training.
Since 2003
National Committees and Teaching
I have chaired and worked on the committees of POGP, before working with a team to develop the postgraduate obstetric musculoskeletal workshop which I continue to deliver around the UK. I also regularly teach on the male pelvic floor study day, for qualified physiotherapists.
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Since 2005
Clinical Physiotherapy Specialist
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
I have held this title for a number of years, and have extended my skills to be able to treat adults with a wide range of pelvic health contitions. This was aided through completion of my MSc in Physiotherapy with distinction. My work includes post-prostatectomy incontinence, pelvic pain, post-childbirth perineal trauma and more, working closely with the multidisciplinary teams. I regularly teach within the hospital as well as taking on managerial and other additional responsibilities.
