The Team
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Stephen Boyd
Director, Senior Physiotherapist
Read MoreStephen Boyd graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from the University of Queensland in 1984. He gained his initial post-graduate experience, particularly in orthopaedics and spinal Injuries, while practising at the Princess Alexandra Hospital.
After more than thirty years in physiotherapy, Stephen’s capacities in both inpatient and outpatient settings are highly developed. In co-operation with leading orthopaedic surgeons and spinal surgeons, he assists with conservative management, and pre-operative, post-operative, and outpatient care. He also visits several multidisciplinary clinics each week, in the management of spinal and orthopaedic patients. Stephen’s physiotherapy protocols are adapted to suit his patients’ needs, considering best clinical practice and current surgical procedures.
He has been a regular presenter at medical and allied health education events throughout Queensland.
Throughout his professional career, Stephen has held positions on committees at the state and national level of the Australian Physiotherapy Association. He has also been a member of various committees within private hospitals throughout Brisbane. He has been a government-appointed assessor in Physiotherapy matters on the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal.
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Jane Elliott
Senior Physiotherapist, Ascot Physiotherapy
Read MoreJane Elliott is a graduate of the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy, and over thirty-five years has become a well-known physiotherapist. For more than twenty of those years she has been at Ascot Physiotherapy.
At the start of her career, Jane practised physiotherapy at the Princess Alexandra Hospital, where she lead and mentored the junior physiotherapists. In her eleven years there, she gained valuable insight in all aspects of hospital practice including orthopaedic, general medical and surgical, rehabilitation and outpatients. Jane then performed in various private practices across Brisbane where she developed and excelled in her outpatient competencies.
At Ascot Physiotherapy, Jane is a senior outpatient physiotherapist. Here she has a special interest in manual therapy, workplace assessment including pre-employment appraisal, advice and education. In one University of Queensland study project, Jane acquired psychology skills to benefit her osteoarthritis patients.
Jane is an adroit, caring and personable practitioner whose very high-level clinical consideration and diagnosis are foundations of patient self-management. Jane’s experience is an asset to the care of Ascot Physiotherapy’s patients.
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Bernadette Pozzi
Senior Physiotherapist, Boyd Physiotherapy
Read MoreBernadette Pozzi graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from the University of Queensland in 1984. She started her career in various London hospitals, then went on to the Princess Alexandra Hospital and Greenslopes Hospital in Brisbane. Bernadette has been with Boyd Physiotherapy since 1989.
An extremely adept inpatient physiotherapist, her specialities are in cardiorespiratory and orthopaedic rehabilitation. She has a broad background in intensive care, rehabilitation, outpatient clinics and inpatient medical and surgical patients.
Bernadette has strengthened and further established Boyd Physiotherapy’s professional relationships and networks in all these areas.
Having been an associate lecturer, clinical tutor and research project supervisor with the University of Queensland, Bernadette supervises Boyd Physiotherapy junior staff. She is committed to participation in and contribution to education programs, and has also been an examiner and tutor for international physiotherapists with the Australian Physiotherapy Council.
Bernadette is a senior inpatient physiotherapist with Boyd Physiotherapy, providing a very high standard of care to the inpatients at Brisbane Private Hospital. Her practical knowledge is invaluable for patients, and in mentoring.
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Christina Coulson
Physiotherapist
Read MoreChristina completed a Bachelor of Exercise Science in 2019. In 2021 she graduated with a Master of Physiotherapy from Griffith University. She has placement experience in musculoskeletal, cardiorespiratory, neurological, and orthopaedic fields.
Christina is a current inpatient Physiotherapist at Brisbane Private Hospital as a part of Boyd Physiotherapy. She is also working in the outpatient clinic at Ascot Physiotherapy.
Christina has a genuine interest in acute orthopaedic and general surgical Physiotherapy. She values patient education and is dedicated to providing exceptional care to all patients through her collaborative, patient-centred approach to treatments.
Christina’s professional and holistic approach to patient care is an asset to Positive Movement Physiotherapy.
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John Kim
Physiotherapist
Read MoreJohn studied a Bachelor of Applied Sciences and Graduate Diploma (Exercise and Sports Science) prior to completing his Masters of Physiotherapy from the University of Sydney in 2004.
Practising in a private Sydney clinic John focused on musculoskeletal and orthopaedic rehabilitation, as well as strength and conditioning management and education. He occupied a senior role in geriatric rehabilitation and pain management. In private and public hospitals, across Sydney John developed his expertise in orthopaedic and medical treatments.
John has held senior positions in staff education, program co-ordination and assessment throughout Australia including emergency department experience in Darwin. John also has experience in chronic health management, with the indigenous population and functional movement therapies.
2014 saw John commence with Boyd Physiotherapy at the Brisbane Private Hospital. John is a compassionate and adept physiotherapist who is dedicated to providing excellent care and follow-up advice for our patients.
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Ilve Hunt
Remedial Massage Therapist, Ascot Physiotherapy
Read MoreIlve completed a Diploma of Remedial Massage Therapy and graduated with an Advanced Diploma of Applied Science in 1996, practicing deep tissue massage alongside nutrition and herbal medicine.
She has been providing Remedial Massage Therapy at Ascot Physiotherapy since 2018.
Her recent experience includes being a member of an allied health team specializing in back pain, spinal injuries, and post-surgery recovery.
During this time, Ilve incorporated Rehabilitation Remedial Massage that improved patient outcomes and increased mobility.After completing the Oncology Massage Training Australia Certificate 2 in 2019 she developed a special interest in pain management and the use of techniques such as myofascial release to reduce pain.
Ilve utilises various massage skills including sport massage, trigger point release, deep tissue massage, joint mobilisation and stretching to individualise the treatment. Ilve’s friendly professionalism combined with her experienced technique results in excellence in patient care.