Our Dedicated Team

Darren completed a Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science at University of New England in 2018, and went on to complete a Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology in 2021.

In addition to his Exercise Physiology accreditation, Darren is also accredited as an Australian Strength and Conditioning Association Level 2 Strength and Condition Coach. Darren is currently a member of Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) and Australian Strength and Conditioning Association (ASCA). 

Darren loves seeing the benefits exercise can have on people’s live, and helping people feel good about themselves, empowering them to take control and become independent. 

Darren has a special interest in:

• Bone stress injury in adolescent sports people, particularly pace bowlers in cricket
• Cancer management across all stages of treatment.
• Metabolic diseases such as diabetes, CVD and chronic kidney disease.
• Respiratory disease such as COVID, restrictive and obstructive lung disease

Darren enjoys running and lifting weights, as well as watching his family play their numerous sports and also participating in various activities with them.  

Taylor completed a Bachelor of Exercise Science at University of Tasmania in 2016, and went on to complete a Graduate Diploma of Exercise Science in 2018 from Griffith University in Queensland. In addition to his Exercise Physiology accreditation, Taylor is also accredited as an Australian Strength and Conditioning Association Level 2 Strength and Condition Coach.

Taylor is currently a member of Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) and Australian Strength and Conditioning Association (ASCA). While completing his undergraduate degree, Taylor rowed at a high level, representing Australia on multiple occasions, but ended up having to retire from rowing due to injury. This has led to an interest in helping people work towards whatever they want to do, whether that is manage chronic health problems, improve physical performance or be strong enough to perform daily tasks.

Taylor has a special interest in:

• Osteoporosis Sport specific performance optimisation and injury prevention (especially rowers)
• Strength & Conditioning for developing athletes, elite athletes and Masters athletes
• Load managing individuals return to sport/work/physical activity following illness or injury
• Balance assistance and Falls prevention

Taylor enjoys strength exercise, running and mountain bike riding, as well as catching up with family and friends, diving, cooking and live music. 

Brendan graduated with a  Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy) – Honors from the University of Sydney and a Master of Musculoskeletal and Sports Physiotherapy from Griffith University.

He has had the privilege of working with elite athletes, including Cricket Tasmania and the Hobart Hurricanes, as well as touring with the Australian Men’s Cricket Team. Currently, he is the Head Physiotherapist for the Tasmanian Devils VFL Team.  Drawing on his experience he is able to  guide athletes through both injury recovery and performance optimization.

Brendan enjoys building strong relationships with patients, understanding their goals, and working together to achieve them—whether that’s returning to a favorite sport, improving mobility, or simply being pain-free.

He has a special interest in treating:

• Sports Injuries
• Athletic spinal pain
• Lumbar bone stress injuries
• Tendinopathies
• Muscle strains
• Joint sprains

Outside of work Brendan enjoys family time, staying active with bush walking, gym sessions, running, playing sport with his children and exploring Tasmania

Liam completed a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from the University of Canberra.

Liam has a passion for helping patients be at their best—whether that’s getting back to the activities they love or achieving new performance goals.  He works closely with climbers, runners, active gym-goers, and outdoor enthusiasts, with a strong preference for active, movement-based rehabilitation.

Liam has a special interest in:

• Upper limb injuries
• Wrist and hand
• Climbers

Outside of the clinic Liam has multiple hobbies including  climbing, running, scuba diving, surfing, lifting, playing guitar, and learning AUSLAN.

Charlotte completed a Bachelor of Physiotherapy with Honors from the University of Melbourne in 2011, followed by a Masters of Sports Physiotherapy in 2015 from the LaTrobe University.

Charlotte is a member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA). She enjoys helping patients be at their best, reducing injury and pain and bringing more movement to their lives.

She has a special interest in treating:

• Athletes
• Knee
• Hip
• Back
• Shoulders

Outside or work Charlotte enjoys spending time with her family, friends, travelling, reading and doing pilates.

Curtis completed a Bachelor of Exercise Science from the University of Wollongong in 2022, followed by a Masters of Physiotherapy in 2023 from the University of Sydney.

Curtis is a member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA). He enjoys the uniqueness of each individual patient, tailoring rehabilitation to their specific needs.

He has a special interest in treating:

• Hips
• Shoulders
• Lower back
• Necks

Curtis is a keen soccer player, having played in the National Premier League in Sydney and now for Taroona Football Club. He also runs on both the roads and trails up to about 20km per week.

He enjoys spending time with his fiance, watching the latest movies or tv shows and going to the gym.

Adam completed his Bachelor of Exercise Science in 2013, followed by Bachelor of Exercises Physiology (Hons) in 2014 at UTAS. He then completed Master of Physiotherapy Studies from the University of Queensland in 2016 and has since qualified as a Certified Hand Therapist. Adam is a Member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA). Adam enjoys working in a team environment and helping patients get back to what they love doing. His special interests include:

• Acute hand and wrist trauma
• Fractures
• Tendon/ligament injuries

Adam enjoys living off the land, along with bushwalking, camping, surf, ski paddling and walking his dog Bonnie.

Paul completed a Bachelor of Engineering/Science (Hons.) in 2002 and followed that with a Master of Engineering Science in 2005, both from the University of Melbourne. He then decided to pursue a career in health and completed a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Hons) from the University of Queensland in 2019. Paul is a member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA). Paul enjoys working with patients to help them achieve optimum health and provides an approach that marries the mechanics of the human body with the person as a whole.

He has a special interest in the assessment and treatment of:

• Hands and related upper limb conditions
• Musculoskeletal and running injuries

In his spare time Paul enjoys Saturday morning park runs, regular gym exercising, tennis, boxing fitness and watching basketball.  

Carmen graduated from the La Trobe University in 2013 with a Bachelor of Health Science, Masters of Physiotherapy (Hons). She has since completed her Master of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy at La Trobe University in Melbourne in 2023 and was awarded the APA Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist title.

Carmen is a member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA). Carmen has trained in clinical pilates and prefers an active approach to recovery and pain management.

Carmen enjoys treating all musculoskeletal and sporting injuries, both acute and chronic, and has a special interest in:

• Spinal injuries
• Lower limb injuries
• Netball
• Dancers
• Performing Artists
• Carmen enjoys outdoor activities such as netball and walking, but also loves dancing, baking and spending time with family and friends.  

Nick graduated from Monash University in 2015 with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Hons) and has since completed a Graduate Certificate in Sports Physiotherapy. He completed his Master of Sports Physiotherapy at La Trobe University in Melbourne in 2023 and was awarded the title of APA Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist. Nick is a member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA). Nick provides physiotherapy services to the Kingston Tasmanian Netball League and Netball Tas.

Nick assess and treats all musculoskeletal issues and particularly enjoys the fact that physiotherapy can help patients to manage their injuries and also improve their performance. Nick has a special interest in:

• Shoulder injures
• Knee injuries
• Swimming injuries
• Maximising performance

Nick enjoys walking to and from work, playing guitar, home brewing and renovations, and drinking coffee.  

Fran graduated from a Bachelor of Applied Science Physiotherapy from the Lincoln Institute of Health Sciences (now La Trobe University) in 1989 and since 1996 she has worked in the area of Hands, Burns and Plastics. In 2007 she completed a Master’s subject at University of Sydney “Therapy for Disorders of the Hand” and in 2013 she qualified as a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT-USA) and is a full member the Australian Hand Therapy Association (AHTA).

Fran assesses and treats hands, wrists and elbows and has a desire to help people recover from injuries.

Her special interests include:

• Splinting and bracing
• Scar management
• Overuse injuries
• Persistent pain

Fran enjoys early morning bike rides with friends, bushwalking, gardening, regular walks and coffees with friends, reading and spending time with her family.  

Andrew graduated from the University of Canberra with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy in 2017 and is currently completing a Master of Sport and Exercise Physiotherapy at La Trobe University.

Andrew is a member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA). Andrew really enjoys helping patients reach their goals and showing people just how robust and adaptable the human body it. He is providing physiotherapy services to the Tasmanian Devils (AFL).

Andrew has a special interest in the management and rehabilitation of sports and musculoskeletal injuries including:

• AFL and soccer
• Sports Injuries
• Lower limb tendon
• Bone stress injuries

Andrew enjoys soccer, strength training, golf and gardening in his spare time.

Jen completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy at the University of Queensland in 1993. Since 2006 Jen has focused her interest and skills in the management of hand injuries. In 2014 she qualified as a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT USA) and is a full member of the Australian Hand Therapy Association (AHTA).

Jen loves helping patients to solve any hand, wrist or elbow issues they have to help them get more out of life, and help them achieve what is important to them.

Her special interests include:

• Splinting and bracing
• Scar management
• Overuse injures

Jen enjoys gardening, taking care of her chickens, walking her dog Rocco, spending time with family and friends, trips in her campervan, walks in nature and advocating to protect Tasmania’s wild places.  

Click here to listen to Belinda talk about her special interest areas, her pathway to becoming a Physiotherapist and her leadership role at BODYSYSTEM.

Belinda completed her Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in 1998 and her PhD in Physiology in 2004 at Monash University. She followed that with a Master of Physiotherapy at Curtin University graduating in 2009.

Belinda is a member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA). Belinda loves assisting people to improve their health, enjoy life and participate in their chosen activities.

Her special interests include:

• Osteoarthritis
• Hips
• Knees
• Shoulders

Belinda enjoys lifting weights, bush walking and activities in and around water. She also sews her own clothes when she has spare time.  

Kate graduated from La Trobe University with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Hons.) in 2007. She completed her Masters of Sports Physiotherapy in 2014 and became an APA Titled Sports Physiotherapist. Kate is a member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA).

Kate was the lead physiotherapist for Australian Women’s Water Polo Team (the Aussie Stingers) for the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo. Kate enjoys helping people understand their diagnosis and participate in developing a management plan that suits their lifestyle. She has a special interest in the assessment and treatment of:

• Swimmers
• Gymnasts
• Water Polo players
• Pelvis, hips and knees

Kate’s favourite thing to do is spend time with her family exploring Hobart and surrounds, and travelling as much as possible. She also jogs and does weight training.  

Nick completed Bachelor of Human Movement (Hons.) at University of Tasmania in 2002. He followed this with a Master of Physiotherapy in 2006 from Curtin University in Western Australia. In 2012 he completed his Master of Sports Physiotherapy at La Trobe University and was awarded the APA Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist title.

Nick is a current member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) Nick has spent time at Hawthorn Football Club as part of Sports Masters in 2012 and has worked with Hawthorn and North Melbourne Football clubs during pre-season camps. He also provided physiotherapy services at the 2024 Paralympics in France.  Nick has worked at BODYSYSTEM since 2005 and joined Kellie Wilkie and Fiona Hamilton as Director in 2025.

Nick enjoys helping patients reach their goals and enabling them to feel confidence in their bodies. Nick has a special interest in the assessment and treatment of:

• Footballers
• Swimmers
• Hips and Groins

Nick enjoys spending time with his family, and also competes in triathlons so spends a lot of time cycling, running and swimming.  

After completing a degree in Science at Adelaide University, Fiona went on to study a Bachelor of Applied Science in Physiotherapy at the University of South Australia, graduating in 1993. Fiona completed her Masters in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy at Latrobe University in 2008 and was awarded the APA Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist title.

Fiona is a member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA). Fiona began working at Bodysystem in 2005 and in 2014 joined Kellie Wilkie as a Director. She loves having a positive impact on her patient’s quality of life by helping them to successfully manage an injury or problem, and helping them achieve gains in their strength. 

Fiona has a special interest in the assessment and treatment of:

• Dancers
• Neck, back and pelvis
• Shoulders

Fiona has a regular exercise regime that includes gym based strength, walking, cycling and a little running. She also really enjoys bushwalking, paddle boarding and spending time with her family.  

Click to listen to Kellie talk about her role at BODYSYSTEM and her special areas of interest.

Kellie graduated from the University of South Australia in 1998 with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Physiotherapy (Hons.) and in 2007 she completed a Masters in Sport Physiotherapy and was awarded the APA Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist title. She is an Adjunct Research Fellow at La Trobe University and a Fellow of Australian Sports Federation.

Kellie is a member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA). Kellie is also Tasmanian Institute of Sport (TIS) Sports Medicine Co-ordinator. She provided physiotherapy services for the London 2012 Olympics as part of the Australian Rowing Team and was lead physiotherapist for the Australian Rowing Team for the 2016 Rio Olympics.

Kellie established Bodysystem in 2000, creating her own private sports based practice to be able to offer the best quality physiotherapy service to patients, and to be able to structure a workplace that was optimal for all employee’s health and wellbeing. Kellie really enjoys working with athletes and coaches to improve human performance, and to enable them to maintain consistency with training, specific exercises and strength work. She has a special interest in the assessment and treatment of: 

• Rowers
• Shoulders
• Backs

Kellie enjoys spending time with family and friends on the water, along with strength training and walking.  

Kristina joined the admin team in 2008. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, crafts, gardening, church activities, travel and relaxing in the sun.

Angela started working as part of our admin team in 2010 and has valued the work / life balance over this time.  She enjoys discovering new restaurants with her husband and loves attending live music in Hobart. She also spends much time on the weekends supporting her children, nieces and nephews as they play various sports.

Jess has been a part of our admin team for many years. She loves going on bushwalks and reading, being with her family, and listening to music and playing the piano.

As well as working as part of our admin team, Eleanor has her own pet sitting and dog walking business. She loves animals and keeps active while caring for them and doing reformer pilates.

Samantha Danielewicz, our Clinic Admin Assistant, thrives in outdoor activities such as bushwalking, yoga and stand-up paddleboarding. She finds joy in family time, reading and savouring a good cup of coffee.

Ellie is currently studying Exercise and Sport Science at university, as well as working as a part of our admin team. She has a passion for health and fitness, plays AFL and loves running and going to the gym. She also enjoys cooking and baking and finding new healthy delicious recipes.

Fi not only works as part of our admin team, but also runs her own netball clinics and programmes for young players. She also enjoys spending time with her family and reading and coaching netball at various levels.

Lara joined our admin team working a few hours a week while she was still in high school and is now studying Marine and Antarctic Science at university. She loves travelling and also enjoys many outdoor activities such as bush walking, scuba diving and being at the beach.

Beatriz is currently studying a Bachelor of Psychological Sciences at UTAS.  She enjoys being apart of a supportive team and creating a positive environment for our patients.

Music plays a big part in Beatriz’s  life, playing guitar and on vocals, gigging around Hobart.  She also enjoys attending concerts and supporting live music, travelling and exploring all the cuisines!