Physiotherapists
Sydney
Perth
Adelaide
Amy is an oncology physiotherapist at Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick, completed a Bachelor of Physiotherapy at the Australian Catholic University in North Sydney in 2019. She has worked predominantly in paediatrics both in the hospital and the community. She has worked at Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick, in different roles throughout this time. She has a particular interest in making exercise and physical activity fun and engaging through individualised approaches. She looks forward to working with children and their families throughout all stages of their cancer treatment.
As an oncology physiotherapist at SCH, Amy sees children with different types of cancer at different points of treatment. Each day is different but consists of seeing children of different ages during cancer treatment, providing developmental input or exercise as appropriate. Amy works closely with the Allied Health and medical teams to assess and generate appropriate individualised programs for children, and work closely with children (and their families) who are admitted on the ward or during their treatment and after clinics. Amy enjoys working with children and the different perspectives and energy they bring as well as different challenges.
As an oncology physiotherapist at SCH, Amy sees children with different types of cancer at different points of treatment. Each day is different but consists of seeing children of different ages during cancer treatment, providing developmental input or exercise as appropriate. Amy works closely with the Allied Health and medical teams to assess and generate appropriate individualised programs for children, and work closely with children (and their families) who are admitted on the ward or during their treatment and after clinics. Amy enjoys working with children and the different perspectives and energy they bring as well as different challenges.
Hannah completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy at Curtin University in 2019. Her career began in the acute adult hospital setting. Hannah gained extensive experience working with critically ill patients and developing skills in respiratory, rehabilitation, mobility training and recovery strategies. Currently she brings this expertise and passion to her role in Little Big Steps.
Hannah is driven by the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of children and their families, assisting them to navigate through one of the most difficult times in their lives. Whether it is helping a child to maintain and regain strength during treatment or offering support in their long-term recovery Hannah remains dedicated to ensuring that every child receives the best care possible.
Hannah is passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of children. Her approach demonstrates compassionate care and individualised rehabilitation programmes with a focus on enhancing the quality of life of young patients and their families.
Lisa has over 20 years’ experience as a physiotherapist, specialising in helping patients through their cancer journey. She has worked in Perth with children being treated for cancer since 2010. Her interest is in helping children and their carers to continue live their best lives possible throughout the treatment journey and beyond by helping them to continue to do what kids do: move, explore, play, learn, grow, develop and have fun with their family and friends.
Tori graduated with a Post Graduate Master of Physiotherapy from Flinders Uni in 2014, after completing a Bachelor of Human Movement and Exercise Science in 2012 at Uni SA. She has also completed a Post Graduate Certificate in Physiotherapy-Paediatrics in 2017 and the Paediatric Cancer module from Pinc and Steel International. Tori spent time working in country Victoria early in her career, and a brief period in Alice Springs. Tori has now worked within SA Health for over eight years, and at the Women’s and Children’s Hospital in Adelaide for over six. Tori has worked across all aspects of physiotherapy including orthopaedic, respiratory, oncology, neurology paediatric intensive care.
Tori is a kind and caring individual who loves to motivate and encourage children to move, play, keep active and to enjoy the things they love to do. Tori works closely with the other allied health and medical teams within WCH to ensure an individualised, fun, safe and multidisciplinary approach.
Tori is excited to be in the Oncology Exercise Medicine / Physiotherapy role at WCH and is looking forward to encouraging physical activity and exercise opportunities for children and their families through their cancer journey.
In her spare time, Tori loves travelling, spending time at the beach, the river and snowboarding.
