I qualified from the University of Liverpool in 2012 and started my career working as a physiotherapist in the NHS where I gained experience in elective orthopaedics, trauma, respiratory, neurology and paediatrics.

I went on to develop a keen interest in orthopaedics and have worked in a private healthcare setting for a number of years specialising in pre-operative and post-operative rehabilitation and hand therapy. I started my career with Nuffield in July 2022 and have continued to work in an inpatient and outpatient setting developing these skills.

I use a wide range of treatment techniques and incorporates evidence based practice through continual professional development, ensuring my patients achieve the best possible outcomes.

Special interests:

• Pre/Post op surgery rehabilitation

Hand therapy

• Pre and Post-operative hand splinting

• BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
• HCPC

I qualified from the University of Liverpool in 2003 and did my initial rotations in the NHS, before spending the majority of my career with the military then joining Nuffield Health in 2011 and the role of Physiotherapy Manager in 2013.

I strive to ensure that my patients have an understanding of the root cause of their problem and to enable them to fulfil their potential from acute to later stage rehabilitation.

I have a passion for Health, Wellbeing and Nutrition and use this to complement my clinical practice.

Special interests:

• Pelvic Health
• Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
• Acupuncture
• APPI Pilates
• Current Post Grad study in Nutrition

• BSc Hons Physiotherapy
• MCSP
• Acupuncture registered with AACP
• CSP

I graduated from the University of Plymouth in 2017 and initially started my career rotating in the NHS before moving abroad to work for the Gibraltar Health Authority. During this time I have gained experience across different areas of physiotherapy and developed a special interest in treating musculoskeletal conditions and sporting injuries.

I am passionate about delivering a holistic approach to health care that focuses on peoples personalised goals. My previous degree in Exercise and Sport Sciences has provided me with the knowledge of how physical activity and sport can promote health physically, mentally and socially. I enjoy exercising and being active outdoors in my own time.

Special interests:

• Musculoskeletal rehabilitation
• Sporting injuries

Amanda works as the senior inpatient physiotherapist lead at the Nuffield Health Plymouth Hospital.

Prior to working for Nuffield Health, Amanda worked in the NHS for eight years. After completing her core rotations she worked in senior level jobs in respiratory, paediatrics and then in orthopaedics.

Amanda’s wealth of experience has given her the skills to assess and treat the complexities of the various surgical and orthopaedic patients within the hospital setting.

Amanda strives to offer excellent post-operative rehabilitation based on evidence based protocols and prides herself in the delivery of the best possible practice to all of her patients.

• BSc Hons Physiotherapy
• HCPC registered
• MCSP

I started my working life within the NHS where I completed my junior rotations, before joining the Nuffield in 2014. I have worked across the south-west in our Taunton, Exeter and Plymouth sites, gaining a knowledge of the company throughout.

I have a special interest in all things lower limb, but more specifically knee and foot issues and I have worked hard to maintain a close link with our lower limb surgeons to provide linked-up care for all of my patients.

I am currently completing my Master's degree in Advanced Clinical Practice, which will allow me to further my skills as a practitioner and increase my scope of practice within the company.

I believe in shared decision-making with each of my patients, and working hard to inform my patients about their conditions to aid any treatment option choices that are made.

Special interests:

• Lower limb injury
• Return to sport
• Orthopaedic surgery

• Foundation Year Extended Science Degree
• BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
• MSc Advanced Clinical Practice
• HCPC
• MCSP

I feel that the patient needs to understand what their problem is and how this can be rectified. I endeavour to explain it in a way that people can relate to and then strive to improve that condition/pathology through specific muscular strengthening, rehabilitation and manual therapy.

I endeavour to relate to the patient's goals to function, with a view to maximizing their performance for everyday living or sports-specific performance.

Special interests:

• Shoulder rehabilitation

• BSc Hons Physiotherapy
• BSc Hons Sports Science
• HCPC registered
• MCSP

I have been practicing for over 10 years as a physiotherapist in different areas and settings and have a broad knowledge of physiotherapy in different fields.

I have a real passion for helping those with persisting pain and really enjoy exercising, being active and attending the gym myself.

I am passionate about listening and helping people through injuries, conditions and pain. I aim to provide a role in supporting and coaching people through pain with types of management which are supported by up-to-date research.

Special interests:

• Persistent Pain
• Resistance training/ Gym rehabilitation

• BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
• HCPC registered

I am a strong advocate for patient education and maximising patient independent management of their conditions to allow for better long-term management and prevent the recurrence of injury/symptoms where possible.

I liaise closely with his patients to ensure the appropriate treatment pathway is selected and continue to communicate with his patients to review progress, modify treatment if required and make certain the patient feels supported through their journey.

My focus is on expanding my knowledge base and skills in the musculoskeletal field to progress my practice further and deliver quality patient-centred care.

Special interests:

• Post-op orthopaedic rehabilitation
• Sports injury rehabilitation

• BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
• HCPC registered