I first became interested in Podiatric Medicine while working in Intensive Care as a Registered Nurse. During that time, I saw firsthand how foot pathology can influence the entire body and slow down rehabilitation. When people are unable to walk comfortably, it can lead to a cascade of other health issues such as weight gain, muscle weakness, and knee, back, or hip injuries. These physical challenges often affect overall wellbeing, including mental health.

This sparked my interest in balance, movement, and the complex mechanics of the feet and lower limbs. I became fascinated by how easily this intricate system can be disrupted through injury.

I graduated with Distinction from the University of Newcastle with a Bachelor of Health Science (Podiatry) in 2012. I was then accepted into a highly competitive postgraduate training program with Hunter New England Health Services in Newcastle. There, I gained experience in High-Risk Diabetic Foot Clinics, Surgical Clinics, Foot Pain Clinics, and General Podiatry Services. After working in the public system, I moved into private practice at Umina Podiatry, where I was mentored by a highly experienced team. In 2014, I relocated to the Bega Valley.

I have worked in the health industry for more than 20 years. In addition to being a Podiatrist, I am also a Registered Nurse with extensive postgraduate training in Intensive Care and Coronary Care. My career has taken me to London, Newcastle, Sydney, and Gosford, and I draw on this broad experience to provide a holistic, patient‑centred approach to podiatry and healthcare.

I have a particular interest in biomechanics—the study of human movement—and how it relates to injury and pain in the lower limb. I work with both children and adults, using tissue‑stress principles to guide exercise programs and foot orthotic therapies. I firmly believe in the Tissue Stress model of injury and use it as the foundation for my treatment planning.

I was born in the Bega Valley, and when my wife and I had children, we chose to return so we could raise our family surrounded by the peace and natural beauty of the Sapphire Coast.

My goal is to provide a caring, evidence‑based, and patient‑focused podiatry service.