Lauren graduated from The University of Bath in 2018. She started her career as a Health and Wellbeing Physiologist, supporting individuals with making healthy lifestyle choices to optimise both physical and mental well-being.

Her current role involves providing pre-habilitation support to optimise outcomes for those having surgery at the hospital, as well as providing rehabilitation support for individuals who have been diagnosed with cancer. She also runs the Covid-19 rehabilitation programme for those suffering with symptoms associated with long Covid. The support from these programmes explores holistic approaches to wellbeing, with a predominant focus on exercise and Nutrition.

• BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science
• Level 4 Cancer Rehabilitation
• Level 7 Advanced Professional Diploma in Health and Well Being Physiology
• REPS Level 2 Gym Instructor

Owen is a Senior Physiotherapist with over 20 years of experience. He has worked for over 12 years for Nuffield health as a Senior Outpatient Physiotherapist, initially in Tunbridge Wells and now Brighton. He has a wide experience in outpatient and inpatient orthopaedic physiotherapy and rehabilitation, including fracture care.

He has a special interest in treating vestibular disorders, acupuncture, and complex post-operative rehabilitation.

• BSc Hons Physiotherapy
• MCSP
• SRP
• MACPIVR

She is also trained in acupuncture and is a qualified Pilates instructor.

Claire's Qualifications:

• POGP member

• BSC Physiotherapy (Hons)
• MCSP
• HCPC
• APPI certified

Claire qualified from Brighton University in 2015 and worked for the NHS as a musculoskeletal physiotherapist, she has also worked in private practice. 

Since joining Nuffield Health she has become a Pelvic Health Specialist and is experienced in treating such conditions as stress and urge incontinence, bladder pain syndrome, pelvic organ prolapse and helping women recover from gynaecological surgery. 

She is experienced in treating pregnancy-related pelvic girdle/lower back pain and she can also use her training in pre and post-natal Pilates to support women through pregnancy and beyond.

Claire also offers the ‘Mummy MOT’, a specialized post-natal assessment recommended for all women following delivery – from 6 weeks to many years later. In the Mummy MOT Claire assesses the strength and function of the tummy and pelvic floor muscles to help prevent long-term childbirth-related complaints such as incontinence, low back pain and “mummy tummy” Mummy MOT, Brighton | Nuffield Health

She has a broad range of experience working with patients with spinal and musculoskeletal conditions as well as post-operative rehabilitation and inpatient orthopaedic physiotherapy. 

She is also trained in acupuncture and is a qualified Pilates instructor.

• BSc Physiotherapy (Hons)
• MCSP
• AACP member
• POGP member
• HCPC registered
• APPI certified

Oli is an experienced Personal Trainer and Wellbeing Champion, previously working in corporate fitness for Nuffield Health at various international organisations. Since moving to Brighton Hospital he has taken charge of the Recovery Plus rehabilitation, helping patients get their mobility, strength and confidence back after major surgery.

He has an active interest in the more holistic side of treatment such as Yoga, Pilates and mindfulness. Oli is also Brighton Hospital’s ‘Freedom To Speak Up’ Champion and one of a small team that oversee staff wellbeing.

• REPS Level 2 Gym Instructor
• REPS Level 3 Personal Trainer
• TRX Suspension Training
• Healthcare Support Assistant (Level 2)

Victoria graduated from King’s College, London in 1997 and since then has worked both abroad and in the UK. In 2001 she completed a postgraduate Higher Diploma in healthcare at University College, Dublin.

She has worked for Nuffield Health since 2003 in a variety of hospital, gym and corporate settings. During this time, she has been involved in leading regional developmental programmes, advanced practitioner roles and recently moved towards orthopaedic rehabilitation and mentoring pre-registration university students.

From her original interest in sports injuries, musculoskeletal conditions and lower limb biomechanics/orthotics, she now applies this experience to also specialising in orthopaedic rehabilitation.

• BSc Physiotherapy (Hons)
• MCSP
• Higher Diploma (acupuncture)
• MAACP (advanced)
• SRP
• HCPC registered

Chris graduated from The University of East London in 1992. She had several years’ varied experience working as a physiotherapist in the NHS, both in the hospital and community setting in Norfolk and Brighton, before starting at Nuffield Health Brighton Hospital in 1999.

Her work at Nuffield Health includes inpatient and outpatient post-operative orthopaedic rehabilitation, including joint replacements and spinal surgery. Her caseload includes a broad spectrum of musculoskeletal conditions and injuries, including neck and back pain, soft tissue sprains and strains, posture related pain/mechanical issues and sports injuries.

She also offers hand therapy, one-on-one Clinical Pilates, and treatment for Respiratory outpatients, as well as basic women’s health issues.

• BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
• MCSP
• SRP
• HCPC registered
• BAHT Hand Therapy Level 1

Dan completed his physiotherapy training at the Brunel University in 2009. He has worked extensively in the NHS, private practice and sport before joining Nuffield Health in 2014. He has undertaken a range of post graduate training in manual therapy, sports rehabilitation, acupuncture, strength and conditioning, hydrotherapy, sports massage, taping (supportive and myofascial), & gait analysis, Pilates  and ergonomics.

Dan is experienced in treating a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions including spinal and orthopaedics, sports injuries, post-operative rehabilitation, persistent pain and occupation health issues.

• BSc Physiotherapy (Hons)
• MCSP
• HCPC registered
• Acupuncturist
• Association of Physiotherapists in Sports and Exercise Medicine

Amy Graduated from the University of Chichester in 2016 with a degree in Sports and Exercise Science.

Since graduating she has worked in the NHS as an assistant physiotherapist helping patients day 1 post-operation to regain mobility and provide exercise-based recommendations to aid with recovery. Amy has experience working with cardiovascular rehabilitation patients in the NHS which continues to be her interest.

Her work at Nuffield Health includes taking venepuncture; conducting resting and exercise ECGs; blood pressure testing; movement and postural health assessments; emotional wellbeing discussions; and recommendations regarding diet and exercise in order to improve clients’ health and reduce their risk of future diseases. Amy has recently done a menopause CPD where she has gained knowledge of nutrition and exercise recommendations to help ease the symptoms of menopause.

• BSc (Hons) in Sport and Exercise Science
• Level 4 Diploma in Health and Wellbeing Physiology
• Level 3 fitness instructor Qualification
• RSPH accredited
• Certificate in Nutrition (Optimum Nutrition)