Mitch Hamer is a senior physiotherapist and co-director of Physio Place, including physiotherapy and exercise physiology services at the Tweed Health for Everyone Superclinic. He has over 12 years’ physiotherapy experience in Australia and overseas working in private clinics, hospitals and sport.
He grew up on the coast across NSW/QLD and is proud to now call Tweed Heads his home, near to family and his love for the great outdoors.
Mitch works closely with GPs and surgeons to ensure the best outcomes for his patients. He is friendly, empathetic and thorough in his approach to ensure his patients make a speedy recovery. He believes that using a mixture of hands-on treatment, exercise and education is essential for helping people get out of pain quickly and back to the activities they love.
He likes to keep himself fit, regularly running and surfing. He has run a sub-3hr marathon, and played soccer and touch footy at a high level.
Mitch’s key areas of interests include:
Carly is a Tweed local and has been working with the Physio Place community for over 5 years. Carly graduated from Bond University with a Doctor of Physiotherapy degree in 2016. She earlier competed an undergraduate degree in Exercise Science, as well as a Master of High Performance Science. In fitting with her interest in sports, she is currently completing her Master of Sports Physiotherapy to become a titled sports physiotherapist.
Carly has a keen interest in contact sports and has worked with a variety of sporting teams at local, state and national levels. She currently works as a physiotherapist and trainer for the Tweed Seagulls Rugby League Cup squad, Brisbane Broncos NRLW team, QLD Women’s State of Origin team and has been to two Rugby League World Cups with both the Australian and Papua New Guinea Women’s National teams.
Carly particularly enjoys treating sports-related and lower limb injuries. She enjoys helping her clients return to their chosen activities and ultimately self-manage their conditions. She uses a variety of hands-on and exercise-based therapies to achieve results. She also loves getting into the gym and teaching Pilates classes.
Carly is an avid learner, continually undertaking professional development courses. She has completed further courses in strength and conditioning, Pilates, tendon management and sports and spinal physiotherapy.
When she isn’t at work, you’ll find her having fun in the sunshine with a coffee in her hand.
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Christian is now in his 4th year with Physio Place. He graduated from Griffith University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Exercise Science and a Masters in Physiotherapy, all while working as a Sport Trainer for a local AFL club. Christian spent the past two years as the Bilambil Jets Physiotherapist, while the club was able to win their first ever premiership at home in 2022.
From a young age, Christian has had a passion for the musculoskeletal system having competed in various sports such as Rugby and Gridiron. This has led to Christian sustaining many injuries of his own, which enables him to bring a certain amount of empathy and compassion when helping others overcome their obstacles.
Christian is also currently working at one of the Gold Coast’s Hospitals where he has been able to gain invaluable experience treating post operative patients, along with those suffering from chronic conditions.
One of Christian’s key interests is treating headaches and migraines, as well as those who suffer from Vestibular disorders. He understands the challenges that these conditions present and the huge effect that they can have on an individual’s quality of life.
Kyle graduated from Bond University with a Doctor of Physiotherapy and has previously completed a Bachelor of Exercise Science through La Trobe University in Melbourne. Having grown up in Melbourne playing Australian Rules Football (AFL), Kyle’s interests in physiotherapy stemmed from multiple ongoing injuries throughout his youth which led to an appreciation of the rehabilitation process and interest in the human body.
Kyle has previously worked as a personal trainer and is currently also working as a group fitness coach. Kyle’s experience in strength and conditioning as well as his undergraduate degree in Exercise Science allow Kyle to use his skills in exercise prescription for rehabilitating injuries in a range of patient populations. Kyle’s interests range from sporting related injuries in the athletic population to falls prevention and balance training. Outside of work, Kyle enjoys playing golf and surfing.
Harry graduated from Griffith University with a Master of Physiotherapy and a Bachelor of Exercise Science. His prior work involved Strength and Conditioning coaching, where Harry developed an appreciation for resistance training and exercise in daily life. Harry has a passion for musculoskeletal physiotherapy and rehabilitation – particularly in a sporting context. As a player, Harry has competed in the Queensland Premier Cricket First Grade Competition and throughout his sporting journey has experienced a number of injuries himself which has lead to his empathy and passion for providing optimal rehabilitation. Harry currently works with Tweed Seagulls Rugby League Club, with both the men’s and women’s Queensland Cup squads.
Whether your goals are returning to the sporting field, to work or walking your dog; Harry can provide a thorough assessment of your injury, manual therapy to relieve your pain and advice around returning to your goal through exercise options.
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Jaime enjoys a variety of both exercise physiology and physiotherapy work. She has been involved with several sporting teams including: Palm Beach Currumbin Rugby Union, Palm Beach Premier League Soccer and Cudgen Rugby League. Jaime enjoys a wide variety of post surgical work, return to work programs and exercise rehabilitation. She is highly qualified with extensive professional development in dry needling (acupuncture), soft tissue therapy, and exercise programming and prescri ption.
Jamie also practices at Physio Place , South Tweed.
Courtney is a women’s health physiotherapist with extensive experience in treating pregnancy and pelvic floor dysfunction. Her expertise in pelvic floor rehabilitation helps women overcome issues such as urinary incontinence, pelvic pain, and prolapse. Courtney’s gentle and supportive approach creates a safe and comfortable environment for her patients, making their journey to recovery a positive and transformative experience.
Courtney graduated from Griffith University with a Bachelors of Exercise Science and Masters of Physiotherapy in 2019.
Courtney’s main goals as a physiotherapist is to find what is important to the participant and tailor her therapy to the individual. Her holistic approach to treating means she considers all aspects of the participant in a biopsychosocial approach.
Her interests after graduating university have led her to further her studies in Women’s health and paediatrics.
Courtney has completed further training in the Women’s health field allowing her to complete internal vaginal exams for postpartum women and utilise real time ultrasound. She has also completed her Enhanced Skills in Paediatric Practice through Monash University.
Courtney’s extra qualifications:
Women’s Health Level 1 APA accredited
Women’s Health Through the Life Stages APA accredited
Paediatric Physiotherapy Level 1 APA accredited
Enhanced Skills in Paediatric Physiotherapy (short course) Monash University
3 things Courtney wants her clients to know about her
“1. I have a passion for advocating and educating others on women’s health issues
2. My main goal is to make you feel more empowered and educated about your health after you leave a session with me
3. When I am not working as a physiotherapist I am either at a dance studio, teaching pilates or playing with my fur babies “
“I find there is such a lack of education surrounding women’s health post pregnancy, especially when it comes to exercise. I just want to help mothers find and feel like themselves in such a beautiful and busy time in their life.”
Dom graduated from Griffith University with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy in 2021. Prior to this he has worked as a personal trainer and strength and conditioning coach with a passion for the athletic development and rehabilitation of soccer players. Dom has been heavily involved in the Gold Coast Soccer landscape as a player and was in the Brisbane Roar Youth Academy as a junior where he was exposed to his fair share of lower limb Musculoskeletal injuries.
Dom has a special interest in running injuries, technique assessment and coaching. Away from the clinic Dom is an athlete in his own right participating in Ultra Distance Running Events around Australia. Dom also has a background in high level soccer and youth coaching.
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Sam Allain completed the Masters of Physiotherapy at Griffith University on the Gold Coast in 2017 and has since worked primarily in Private Practice’s on the Gold Coast while also having experience in Private Hospitals.
Sam believes in applying his knowledge and expertise with a patient’s unique presentation to tailor individual treatments and get the best outcome. He uses his knowledge of exercise, rehabilitation and hands on techniques to ensure a fast recovery to be back at your physical best or simply pain free back to daily life. Sam has also completed further studies in headache treatment, knee osteoarthritis management, shoulder injuries and dry needling.
Sam grew up around Port Macquarie but has since called the Gold Coast home for over 10 years.
He enjoys Surfing, running and basketball primarily, while also having completed the Noosa Triathlon and enjoys a variety of other activities such as tennis and hiking.
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James is the Exercise Physiologist at Physio Place. He earned his Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology from Griffith University. James has a lifelong passion for sport and has played various sports, including Oztag, golf and cricket. He is particularly interested in injury rehabilitation, understanding the significance of returning to an active lifestyle for both mental and physical health.
James enjoys the challenge of devising creative exercise regimes for populations where conventional exercise may not be feasible. He is committed to working with a diverse range of clients. Beyond his professional endeavours, James is a qualified ballroom dance teacher and competitor, which stands out as his favourite hobby. He also has a keen interest in music, having played in a big band and wind symphony. A long-term goal of James’ is to develop specially designed, evidence-based ballroom dance programs that highlight the social, mental, and physical benefits of ballroom dancing.
Some of the clients James enjoys creating exercise programs for include:
Jacinta takes a holistic approach when it comes to her treatments. Specialising in Sports Massage, she thoroughly enjoys working with athletes, avid gym goers, bodybuilders, and more. Jacinta aims to help her clients compete at their best and pain free.
Jacinta also specialises in pregnancy massage. Seeing clients through their pregnancy is special. Helping women through such big body changes, using breath work, and passive movement with deep relaxation techniques, she aids in decreasing aches and inflammation.
Remedial Massage Therapist Kellie Watson has been with our team since 2006 and has loads of experience working with call clientele from children through to 86 year old patients. Kellie worked at Tafe NSW for 15 years in the Health and Recreation Department, teaching and running the massage clinic and onsite gymnasium. She has been massage supervisor at the Gold Coast Marathon, Kingscliff triathlon and even the ironman events over a number of years. Kellie trains and races Outrigging at Outrigger Australia based in Currumbin and has competed in events all through the pacific. Kellie works closely with our team of Physio’s at Physio Place, and specialises in injury prevention, maintenance massage to aid recovery, flexibility and range of motion. Experienced in treating a wide range of conditions and keeping your body in optimal working condition. Clients range from athletes to the weekend warrior, those wanting to maintain a healthy body, workplace related stress, chronic and acute conditions. A treatment plan can be developed that can include deep tissue, remedial, myofascial release and trigger point therapy. A member of Massage and Myotherapy Australia and HICAPS approved.
Linda is our full time Receptionist / Practice Manager. Linda has worked in the Medical Reception & Allied Health Administration industry for over 15 years. Linda is responsible for liaising with all staff, participants, GP’s, and Specialists and gets a lot of joy from successfully listening and understanding needs and requirements for all. Linda is also a qualified Cert IV Water Fitness Instructor. She teaches all styles of water classes that promote physical fitness, mobility & strength.
Mel joined the practice in May 2019. She is a former patient who became fond of the staff and the culture of the clinic during her appointments. Mel has previously worked in Aged Care for 8 years before making the switch to reception at Physio Place. Her primary role focuses upon organisation or the clinic operation and optimal patient care. In her free time you’ll find her with her horse or spending time with her family.
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