TEAM | Life Performance Sports Medicine

Our Team

Our clinicians maintain ongoing professional development and an up-to-date knowledge base

Shane O’Sullivan

Senior Physiotherapist
Specialises in assessment and management of specific complex sporting injuries

Jacob Jewson

Sports & Exercise Physician
Specialises in the diagnosis and management of all sports and musculoskeletal injuries.

Shea Mulkearns

Physiotherapist
Special interest in long-term sports rehab, focusing on ACL injuries, muscle strains, and hip rehabilitation

Jake Ayres

Podiatrist
Specialises in biomechanics and foot pain

Derek Hyde-Lay

Physiotherapist
Special interest in knee and ankle injuries, post op rehab and soft tissue injuries.

Bronwyn Anderson

Sports and Exercise Medicine Registrar
Specialises in the diagnosis and management of all sports and musculoskeletal injuries.

Courtney Kennedy

Senior Physiotherapist
Special interest in female athletes, women's health and running related injuries

Meagan Mulkearns

Dietician
Specialises in evidence-based nutrition strategies

Ruby Elder

Physiotherapist
Special interest in acute athletic injuries, osteoporosis and shoulder pain.

Sam Turner

Podiatrist
Special interest in the elite and everyday person's foot pain

Bethany Rayner

Physiotherapist
Special interest in running related injuries, hip dysplasia and traumatic knee injuries. Love treating a generally active population.

Paul Bamford

Remedial Massage Therapist
Specialises in deep tissue massage, trigger point and myofascial dry needling

Dion Kapnias

Physiotherapist
Special interest in lower limb sporting injuries

Rees Thomas

Senior Physiotherapist
Specialises in various spinal and sports injuries

Ben Smith

Senior Physiotherapist
Specialises in various spinal and sports injuries

Sue Gertzel

Senior Physiotherapist
Specialises in the management and treatment of TMJ, jaw pain and headaches

Ed Bulog

01:16 11 Apr 25

Excellent Physios. I have seen them for numerous issues and they always do a great job. I wouldn’t go anywhere else

Peter Thomas

13:32 28 Jan 25

Derek at Life Performance Fitness is the most effective physio I have ever worked with. He has taken me from a place of chronic back, neck and head pain, to a place where I am now living my best life.I nearly had to quit my job because I was in so much, but Derek worked with me and got me better. I'm free of pain, and I have never been so fit and healthy. I appreciate his friendly manner, his depth of knowledge, his patience, and his practical tips and exercises on how to get better.Thank you Derek! You've been a lifesaver!

Geoff G

00:22 28 Jan 25

Physio with Dion has been brilliant. High level of care, professionalism, attention to detail and respect. Highly recommended

Beck Tinkler

07:07 20 Dec 24

Shane has treated our two gymnast daughters, 12 and 14, for several months relating to various issues including torn ankle ligaments, osgood schlatter syndrome and hamstring conditions. He is calming, reassuring and incredibly knowledgeable, and has been proactive in providing the best care to allow them to get back to full capacity in the quickest and safest way. We are very grateful that the girls are being treated by such an elite physio.

Sebastian Iso

22:28 19 Dec 24

Shane has taken great care of me over the years. His expertise and knowledge has made me trust him in whatever issue I may have without skipping a heartbeat. If you are playing sport and develop an injury, Shane will fix you up in no time! I’m very grateful to have found him!

Zoe

07:43 25 Nov 24

Michelle Ciangura

10:33 19 Nov 24

Shane & Shae have provided me physiotherapy treatment for a couple of months following an ACL injury suffered playing Footy in July 2024.Shane & Shea have provided excellent advice and treatment post surgery.My knee is stable, strong and I am back running. The team have provided a clear rehabilitation programme throughout, set realistic goals and optimised my recovery. I am very grateful indeed and I cannot recommend Shane & Shea highly enough.They are both great genuine people who are passionate about their work & clientele.Let’s not forget the reception staff who are so friendly and welcoming.I highly recommend Life Performance Sports Medicine for all your rehab, strength & conditioning training.Thank you Riley & Mum

Merlyn Mathew

04:40 26 Oct 24

Garry Sturrock

00:14 01 Oct 24

These guys are fully dedicated to getting you back on track and are fully committed in you welfare.

Bhaven

23:02 16 Aug 24

Derek helped me recover quickly from a hamstring injury with great advice and effective exercises. Thanks to him, I’m feeling much better and getting back to playing. Highly recommend Derek if you need a good physio!

Charlene Stephens

10:09 23 Jul 24

Dallas Baird

00:46 19 Jul 24

I’ve been seeing Paul at Errol St Physio and Life Performance for several years. He is a very perceptive and intuitive massage therapist in that he always finds the problem and I walk away refreshed every time. I’ve also had great results with podiatrist Sam keeping my feet marathon ready and physio Bethany for rebuilding my back after years of back spasms!

Payal Nair

03:07 16 Jul 24

I was nervous going into a physio for the first time, but Life Performance made it so easy for me to find the right physio for my needs. Bethany has been amazing - she instantly put my fears to rest and put me on track to recovery.

Em C

03:37 17 Jun 24

Sam the podiatrist is excellent. Not only do I see him myself for my own foot and ankle issues, but I have also refer my players at the NPL DIV 1 soccer club where I am the head physio - for their foot injuries, shin splints, and complex ankle injuries for the last 4 years for second opinion & management. Sam is efficient at communicating with me regarding players status and co-treating players. He is a valuable asset to us at the club and knows his way around football boots and injuries!

Callum Hulst

09:17 07 Jun 24

I’ve never had as good results with a Physio than I have with Derek from Life performance Health. I honestly thought after multiple failed experiences at other clinics I’d never feel better but Derek’s knowledge and “Magic” have really helped and given me hope to keep pursing my love of sports into my 30s! I highly recommend to anyone looking for a highly professional team that know their stuff.

Bree Poole

21:07 19 Mar 24

Courtney was so insightful and professional, the gym facilities were awesome to use for rehab and reception has been so helpful and friendly. Would highly recommend this clinic and seeing Courtney!

Kristen Mihai

09:13 15 Mar 24

I saw Sam, the Podiatrist, who was thorough, personable and very informative. Would recommend seeing him if you have any foot pain.

Tim Bragulla

08:50 15 Mar 24

Paul's amazing and knows exactly how to losen tight muscles. He's been treating me for a few years now and I highly recommend him.

Matt Wenham

08:45 15 Mar 24

I’ve been seeing Paul for over 8 years and he is easily the best massage therapist I’ve been to. Very effective and manages to find all the right trigger points. Highly recommended

Taylah Theuma

09:52 14 Mar 24

My experience at Errol St physio was overall excellent. Treated by Bethany, she was very thorough in assessing the injury and taking me through the exercise plan, explaining the causes of the injury and how each of the exercises will help improve strength over time. Highly recommend for anyone needing treatment!

Angelina Mihocic

04:35 08 Feb 24

Excellent service and knowledge. Equipment is top quality and always very clean. Pleasure to attend.

Braden Kydd

05:02 07 Feb 24

Prompt, professional, and effective care at this service.

Nicholas Brown

00:07 07 Feb 24

Shane’s the best you will find. I have been doing rehab with Shane post back surgery and he has been the most knowledgeable easy going professional I have ever dealt with! Can’t recommend Shane and his team enough!

Joseph Romero

23:58 06 Feb 24

Been with Shane and the team for a while now. Best in the business is an understatement. Has helped me massively with all my rehab and strength goals.

Gordon Smith

10:16 05 Feb 24

Very professional staff who assisted me with appropriate exercise and massage.The use of the new equipment made me feel as if I was accomplishing something.Highly recommended.

Hannah REID

06:44 25 Jan 24

What a fantastic team and top notch facility. Nice work, Life Performance. Thank you for helping me get back to my best shape.

Nick Camilleri

04:35 17 Jan 24

I had great results working with Shane. Worked out a personalised program and explained everything in detail. Definitely recommend and will be visiting again.

Toby Mclean

00:38 10 Jan 24

I recently visited Life Performance Health. The staff there were super friendly and knowledgeable. They really took the time to understand my needs and create a personalised treatment plan. The facility was clean and well-equipped, making me feel comfortable throughout my sessions. Shane is very skilled and helped me recover from my injury faster than I expected. I highly recommend Life Performance Heath for anyone in need of top-notch physiotherapy care!

Stefano Patrini

05:56 13 Nov 23

Outstanding new sports medicine and physio clinic! Incredible and very well equipped rehab and performance set up. Great job guys!