Physiotherapy Team
- Michael PierceSports Physiotherapist / Director
- Dr Joanne KempSports Physiotherapist
- Peter SteggallSpecialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
- Heather DeaneSenior Physiotherapist
- Ryan HobbsSenior Physiotherapist
- Paula GrylewiczPhysiotherapist
- Jamie ChanPhysiotherapist & Pilates
- Nathan WatersPhysiotherapist
- Kieran TooheyPhysiotherapist
- Sally CameronPhysiotherapist
- Sally PunshonPhysiotherapist
- Tharindu RanabahuPhysiotherapist
- Lachlan RamsayPhysiotherapist
- Jasper Walker-CorbetPhysiotherapist
- Lauren PowellPhysiotherapist
Michael Pierce
About Michael
...and a little more!
- Howitt Street Clinic, Wendouree
Michael Offers:
- Physiotherapy
- Bio Mechanical Assessments
- Sports Injury and Rehabilitation
- Dry Needling
- Shockwave
“I like to inspire others by practising what I preach. You can’t expect your clients to do their exercises or keep fit if you’re not prepared to do it yourself.” – Michael
Dr Joanne Kemp
About Joanne
...and a little more!
- Howitt Street Clinic, Wendouree
- Thursday
Peter Steggall
About Peter
...and a little more!
- Howitt Street Clinic, Wendouree
Peter Offers:
Heather Deane
About Heather
...and a little more!
- Howitt Street Clinic, Wendouree
Heather Offers:
“I educate clients to enable their individual journey to recovery” – Heather
Ryan Hobbs
About Ryan
...and a little more!
- Howitt Street Clinic, Wendouree
Ryan Offers:
- Physiotherapy
- Sports Injury and Rehabilitation
- Acute injury assessment
- Hip Injuries
“Exercise is medicine!” – Ryan
Paula Grylewicz
About Paula
...and a little more!
- Howitt Street Clinic, Wendouree
- Monday and Thursday
Paula Offers:
- Physiotherapy
- Bio Mechanical Assessments
- Sports Injury and Rehabilitation
“I am inspired by active, happy people with a balanced mindset.” – Paula
Jamie Chan
About Jamie
...and a little more!
- Howitt Street Clinic, Wendouree
Jamie Offers:
- Physiotherapy
- Sports Injury and Rehabilitation
- Pilates
- Jaw Pain/Headaches and TMJ
- DVA and Home Care Package Clients
“I love meeting clients of all ages, helping to empower them to move better and reach their goals.” – Jamie
Nathan Waters
About Nathan
...and a little more!
- Howitt Street Clinic, Wendouree
Nathan Offers:
- Physiotherapy
- Sports Injury and Rehabilitation
- DVA and Home Care Package Clients
“Lead by example. People are not going to do exercise if their physio doesn’t practice what they preach” – Nathan
Kieran Toohey
About Kieran
...and a little more!
- Howitt Street Clinic, Wendouree
Kieran Offers:
- Physiotherapy
- Sports Injury and Rehabilitation
- Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
Sally Cameron
About Sally
...and a little more!
- Howitt Street Clinic, Wendouree
Sally Offers:

Sally Punshon
About Sally
...and a little more!
- Howitt Street Clinic, Wendouree
- Tuesday and Thursday: AM
Sally Offers:
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“I like to take time with my clients; to listen, be thorough and provide really clear explanations and education to improve their own knowledge. This knowledge is vital in understanding their condition, the rehabilitation approach, prevention, self-management and a sense of control.” – Sally
Tharindu Ranabahu
About Tharindu
...and a little more!
- Howitt Street Clinic, Wendouree
Tharinda Offers:
Lachlan Ramsay
About Lachlan
...and a little more!
- Howitt Street Clinic, Wendouree
Lachlan Offers:
“I am invested in helping my patients achieve holistic health, I aim to assist in pain free movement so that my patients can have a head start towards achieving their overall health goals” – Lachlan
Jasper Walker-Corbet
About Jasper
...and a little more!
- Howitt Street Clinic, Wendouree
Jasper Offers:
“I am inspired by forming meaningful relationships and helping people improve their health. I believe active listening is such an important part of this process” – Jasper
Lauren Powell
About Lauren
...and a little more!
Podiatry, Massage and Exercise Physiology Team- Justin AllisonPodiatrist
- Marianne CashinPodiatrist
- Gianluca PiscitelliRemedial Massage Therapist
- Nicole RosaMassage Therapist
- Jane MasonMyotherapist
- Chris ByrneExercise Physiologist
- Helen FletcherPilates Teacher
Justin Allison
PodiatristAbout Justin
B.HlthSc/MPodPrac Justin completed a Bachelor of Health Science and a Masters in Podiatric Practice at Latrobe University Bendigo in 2015. Justin has since been working in both hospital and private settings, giving him exposure to a wide range of Podiatry clients. Justin is passionate about continued education in order to provide the highest standard of care to all of his patients. Locally, Justin is involved with the Creswick Football Club where he is exposed to a variety of different sports injuries and rehabilitation techniques....and a little more!
Justin was diagnosed with mild Cerebral Palsy at a young age and this has given him a knowledge and understanding about how important rehabilitation and strength is.Hours- Howitt Street Clinic, Wendouree
Justin Offers:
- General Podiatry
- Paediatrics
- Bio Mechanical Assessments
- Orthotics
- Sports Injury and Rehabilitation
- Nail Surgery
- Footwear Recommendations
- Foot mobilisation and Manipulation
- Dry Needling
- Shockwave
- DVA and Home Care Package Clients ie FEROS
- No EPC GAP / WorkCover
“I am inspired by seeing people achieve what they thought they couldn’t” – Justin Marianne Cashin
PodiatristAbout Marianne
B.HlthSci, M.PodPrac Marianne studied at Latrobe University, Melbourne and graduated in 2012 with a Bachelor of Health Science and a Masters in Podiatric Practice. Initially, Marianne moved back to her hometown – Ballarat to work in private practice. After 3 years Marianne set off for a 5 month backpacking trip through South America, and Europe, before settling down in London where she worked for the NHS for 2 years. Initially she worked as a musculoskeletal podiatrist with The Royal Marsden, transferring to be the main podiatrist for the High Risk clinic (diabetes/wound care) with Central London Healthcare Trust. After 2 years working in London, Marianne set off to move back home to work in private practice again…after a quick 4 month backpacking trip through Eastern Europe, and Central America. Marianne has worked with a diverse patient base in both private practice, and a hospital setting and is skilled in all aspects of podiatric care, including assessment and management of sporting injuries, shockwave therapy, dry needling, orthotic prescription, and modification, diabetes care – both preventative, and wound care, and skin, and nail conditions. She loves nothing more than being in the clinic helping her patients and enjoys the range of clients and problems that she encounters in private practice. Professionally, Marianne’s interest lies in both sports injuries/biomechanics, and diabetic foot care. Marianne is very passionate about preventative care towards all patients, Prevention is better than cure!...and a little more!
When not at the clinic you can find Marianne travelling, getting outdoors to walk or hike, or at the ‘G barracking for the Pies!Hours- Howitt Street Clinic, Wendouree
Marianne Offers:
- Podiatry
- Bio Mechanical Assessments
- Sports Injury and Rehabilitation
- DVA and Home Care Package Clients
“Practice what you preach! We cannot expect others to do things that we don’t consider to be important enough to do ourselves.” – Marianne
Gianluca Piscitelli
Remedial Massage TherapistAbout Gianluca
Dip Remedial Massage Gianluca graduated from Evolve College with a diploma of Remedial Massage Therapy in 2018. Gianluca moved here to Ballarat 9 months ago from Melbourne to join the Lake Health Group providing remedial, sports and deep tissue massage therapy with particular interest in the lower back/legs. He is also working with the Clunes Football and Netball club as the football trainer. Gianluca’s passion for sport has given him a strong interest in treating sports related musculoskeletal conditions across all age groups and ensures an individualised treatment plan to all clients to achieve their personal goals....and a little more!
Gianluca has been heavily involved with sports throughout his life, such as playing tennis, skiing, soccer and netball all performed in a good level. Currently he enjoys an active lifestyle such as running, biking and play netball when not at Lake Health Group.Hours- Howitt Street Clinic, Wendouree
- Monday to Friday
Gianluca Offers:
“I like that there is harmony between my colleagues, so we can continue to help, support and share information to improve all our knowledge and skills” – Gian
Nicole Rosa
Massage TherapistAbout Nicole
B.HEALTH SCIENCE - NATUROPATHY / D.REMEDIAL MASSAGE Nicole has completed a Degree in Health Science as well as a Diploma of remedial massage. Nicole has a particular interest in sports related injury & prevention, postural imbalances causing pain, or discomfort & its correction, as well as temporomandibular dysfunction. Nicole currently works with both the Miners & Rush basketball teams...and a little more!
Away from work Nicole is heavily involved in training and coaching teams for the Wildcats Basketball Club which occupies her time both during the week and on weekends for competitions. But Nicole also enjoys squeezing in a but of yoga and exploring some of the great open spaces Ballarat has to offer.Hours- Howitt Street Clinic, Wendouree
- Wednesday – Saturday
Nicole Offers:
“I am inspired by clients who take charge of their health and enjoy the process” – Nicole
Jane Mason
MyotherapistAbout Jane
Adv Dip Myotherapy. Dip Remedial Massage. Cert 3 & 4 In Fitness. Jane completed a certificate 3 & 4 in fitness in 2011 and a Diploma of remedial massage in 2012. She worked as a masseuse and personal trainer for 5 years prior to completing her Diploma of Myotherapy at the Victorian Fitness Academy in 2015. Jane treats a wide range of conditions including sports injuries, neck and back pain, oncology and has a special interest in the care of of runners, cyclists and triathletes. She is also proficient in dry needling and cupping....and a little more!
Jane played netball for North Ballarat City Football Netball Club and has competed in numerous triathlons. Jane now balances her love of myotherapy and being a mum to Ned.Hours- Howitt Street Clinic, Wendouree
- Jane is currently on maternity leave.
Jane Offers:
- Myotherapy
- Cupping
- Dry Needling
“I enjoy seeing my clients walk out with less pain and increased range of movement.” – Jane
Chris Byrne
Exercise PhysiologistAbout Chris
Bachelor of Applied Science, Exercise Science. Grad Dip, Exercise Rehabilitation. Masters of Applied Science, Exercise Rehabilitation Chris is an Exercise Physiologist with over twenty years’ experience with a special interest in musculoskeletal and neurological trauma rehabilitation. He has worked extensively in the rehabilitation of complex conditions including musculoskeletal injuries and post-surgical rehabilitation, traumatic brain injury, stroke and concussion. Chris is currently a Senior Exercise Physiologist and team leader of Exercise Physiology at Epworth Rehabilitation. Chris is also an accredited Sport Scientist and has vast experience working in elite sports rehabilitation and elite athletic preparation. Chris believes in thorough assessment and clinical decision making, in order to implement an individualised and targeted therapy regime. He has highly advanced exercise prescription skills and knowledge, allowing him to apply innovative and adaptive exercises. Chris also has a strong interest in the provision of quality clinical education. He has lectured in Physiotherapy and Exercise Physiology programs at several Australian universities and conducted numerous clinical education workshops over a twenty year period....and a little more!
Chris has a keen interest in cycling & all things bikes. He also enjoys his regular surfing exploits with his daughter Astrid.Hours Howitt St Clinic- Due to COVID 19 Chris is not available.
Chris Offers:
Helen Fletcher
Pilates TeacherAbout Helen
B.PHYSIO Helen is an Australian Pilates Method Level 4 Professional Practitioner and has been practicing Pilates for 26 years and teaching for 14. She grew up in Ballarat but currently lives and teaches Pilates in Melbourne. She has an interest in dynamic pelvic stabilisation and shoulder injury/pathology and rehabilitation. Helen began riding at the age of 5 and was a competitive rider for 22 years, from this interest her Equipoise Pilates for Equestrians business was born where she specialises in Pilates for equestrians. She teaches both in and outside of the studio, running both one and three day Equipoise Posture and Position Clinics, where riders work both on and off their horses....and a little more!
Helen has written a number of articles for Equestrian Life Magazine and US based Dressage Today Magazine. She also has a Blog that can be found at equipoisepilates.com.au Helen enjoys lots of Pilates, riding, walking and cycling and has a strong interest in nutrition and mindfulness practice. She is inspired on a daily basis by her client’s commitment and the trust that they have put in her and her teaching.Hours- Howitt St Clinic
- Currently due to COVID 19 Helen is not available.
Helen Offers:







Justin Allison
About Justin
...and a little more!
- Howitt Street Clinic, Wendouree
Justin Offers:
- General Podiatry
- Paediatrics
- Bio Mechanical Assessments
- Orthotics
- Sports Injury and Rehabilitation
- Nail Surgery
- Footwear Recommendations
- Foot mobilisation and Manipulation
- Dry Needling
- Shockwave
- DVA and Home Care Package Clients ie FEROS
- No EPC GAP / WorkCover
Marianne Cashin
About Marianne
...and a little more!
- Howitt Street Clinic, Wendouree
Marianne Offers:
- Podiatry
- Bio Mechanical Assessments
- Sports Injury and Rehabilitation
- DVA and Home Care Package Clients
“Practice what you preach! We cannot expect others to do things that we don’t consider to be important enough to do ourselves.” – Marianne
Gianluca Piscitelli
About Gianluca
...and a little more!
- Howitt Street Clinic, Wendouree
- Monday to Friday
Gianluca Offers:
“I like that there is harmony between my colleagues, so we can continue to help, support and share information to improve all our knowledge and skills” – Gian
Nicole Rosa
About Nicole
...and a little more!
- Howitt Street Clinic, Wendouree
- Wednesday – Saturday
Nicole Offers:
“I am inspired by clients who take charge of their health and enjoy the process” – Nicole
Jane Mason
About Jane
...and a little more!
- Howitt Street Clinic, Wendouree
- Jane is currently on maternity leave.
Jane Offers:
- Myotherapy
- Cupping
- Dry Needling
“I enjoy seeing my clients walk out with less pain and increased range of movement.” – Jane
Chris Byrne
About Chris
...and a little more!
- Due to COVID 19 Chris is not available.
Chris Offers:
Helen Fletcher
About Helen
...and a little more!
- Howitt St Clinic
- Currently due to COVID 19 Helen is not available.
Helen Offers:
Administration Team- Nicole SullivanPractice Manager
- Taliesin NunesReception / Administration
- Sue ZehrungReception / Administration
- Deb LockyerReception / Administration
- Maureen MasonReception / Administration
- Emily MewettReception / Administration
- Brydie PendergastReception / Administration
- Jessica GreigReception / Administration
Nicole Sullivan
Practice ManagerAbout Nicole
Nicole joins Lake Health Group with a wealth of experience in mentoring, training and building teams. Having previously worked in various administrative roles with accounting firms, she has transitioned to managerial roles in the Health sector, spending the last 10 years at Lake Imaging honing her leadership skills. She believes in empowering staff to deliver the highest level of client service in the most efficient and professional manner. Priding herself on identifying and applying training and resources to assist staff, Nicole has a strong commitment to the team, the business objectives as well as the stakeholders and clients of Lake Health Group....and a little more!
Growing up in Ballarat, Nicole enjoys spending time with family and friends and sneaking in the odd bit of overseas travel. On weekends she likes to hit the trails and do some mountain biking or relax whilst attending a concert or spending time at a winery. Otherwise daughter Mia and her ballet schedule keep Nicole generally busy.Hours- Howitt Street Clinic, Wendouree
Taliesin Nunes
Reception / AdministrationAbout Taliesin
After completing her VCE in 2017 Taliesin has taken time out of studying to join the Lake Health Team and gain some work experience....and a little more!
Taliesin is very active in the Ballarat Soccer community playing for the Ballarat Soccer Club and also coaching juniors and umpiring.“The prospect of learning new skills is what inspires me day to day.” – Taliesin
Sue Zehrung
Reception / AdministrationAbout Sue
Sue has lived in Ballarat for 10 years after owner-building an off-the-grid mudbrick house near Daylesford with her husband. Sue has enjoyed a few different careers including working in the USA and Melbourne and joined the Lake Health Group team in 2017....and a little more!
Outside of Lake Health Sue volunteers in the local community at Eureka Mums and for the Ballarat Home Library Service. Sue has also recently purchased kayaks with her husband and enjoys exploring Victoria’s inland waterways. “I like doing my part as a member of our Team to make every experience at Lake Health Group a friendly, welcoming and smooth one for clients.” – Sue Deb Lockyer
Reception / Administration Maureen Mason
Reception / AdministrationAbout Maureen
Maureen is a mum to three amazing children and even gets to work with one of them here at Lake Health, her daughter Jane being our resident Myotherapist (currently on maternity leave)....and a little more!
Maureen enjoys running multiple times per week or when she can, squeezing in a Clinical Pilates session at our Lake Wendouree Studio. “The best thing about my job is meeting new people and interacting with them to achieve great outcomes.” – Maureen
Emily Mewett
Reception / AdministrationAbout Emily
Emily is currently studying Physiotherapy at the Australian Catholic University, Ballarat. She currently lives at home with her family including her identical twin sister....and a little more!
Away from Lake Health Emily likes to play basketball with Phoenix Ballarat.“Challenges – they encourage me to put my abilities to the test and allow myself to grow.” – Emily
Brydie Pendergast
Reception / AdministrationAbout Brydie
Brydie is currently studying for a Bachelor of Food & Nutrition Science and hopes to become a dietitian upon graduating....and a little more!
Brydie has recently made the move to Ballarat from Benalla and enjoys walking her Border Collie (Eddy) around the beautiful Lake Wendouree.“I love helping myself and others to live a healthy lifestyle.” – Brydie
Jessica Greig
Reception / AdministrationAbout Jessica
Jessica joins the Lake health Group team having spent the last 2 years at Lake Imaging where she was responsible for booking scans, customer liaisons and training staff. She has always had a passion for helping people and brings a wealth of experience in customer service. Prior to moving into the medical profession Jess worked in retail, most noticeably setting up and managing Osmosis here in Ballarat....and a little more!
Jess places an emphasis on family, friends and being around the water. When not at the beach, jetskiing or fishing you will find Jess spending time with her two little dogs Penny and Pedro. She also likes to travel and is keen to get more passport stamps.








Nicole Sullivan
About Nicole
...and a little more!
- Howitt Street Clinic, Wendouree
Taliesin Nunes
About Taliesin
...and a little more!
“The prospect of learning new skills is what inspires me day to day.” – Taliesin
Sue Zehrung
About Sue
...and a little more!
Deb Lockyer
Maureen Mason
About Maureen
...and a little more!
“The best thing about my job is meeting new people and interacting with them to achieve great outcomes.” – Maureen
Emily Mewett
About Emily
...and a little more!
“Challenges – they encourage me to put my abilities to the test and allow myself to grow.” – Emily
Brydie Pendergast
About Brydie
...and a little more!
“I love helping myself and others to live a healthy lifestyle.” – Brydie