INTEGRATED HEALTH CARE FOR CANCER PATIENTS

Orsi Kokai is a German trained physiotherapist with a special interest in cancer care and lymphoedema management. She has been working as a clinician for 20 years and is considered an expert in her field.

Orsi completed her Higher Degree by Research Master’s at The University of Sydney in 2020, investigating upper limb lymphoedema and compression. She is a strong advocate for the integration of physiotherapy into cancer care and is actively involved in patient and staff education at multiple hospitals across Sydney.

Orsi believes that everyone undergoing cancer treatment should have access to best practice health care and advocates a model that integrates multiple disciplines into the rehabilitation process. Oncology Recovery Services Inc. is her vision of a centre that combines experts in their field providing patient centered care with the goal to optimise long-term outcomes.

Orsi seeks to make a difference in the area of cancer rehabilitation by facilitating regular free community events and platforms to engage, educate and empower patients.

Heather is a physiotherapist and accredited lymphoedema practitioner, experienced and highly skilled in the specialist areas of physiotherapy for breast cancer and early intervention for lymphoedema management.
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She is registered with AHPRA and to maintain her specialist lymphoedema practitioner accreditation, she is committed to completing professional development annually and staying abreast of current research developments. Consequently, her comprehensive assessment and development of a dynamically designed treatment plan is all underpinned by evidence-based practice and education, therefore providing her clients with the best personalised program.

Outside of work she enjoys ocean swimming and travelling with her family.

Tineke Rietveld is a highly skilled Massage Therapist and can draw on over 10 years of experience.

She obtained her Remedial Massage qualifications at the Australian College of Natural Therapies at Torrens University in Sydney.

In 2014 Tineke undertook further studies and became a registered Oncology Massage therapist in order to provide targeted treatment for patients with a cancer diagnosis.

To further broaden her skills and services to her patients, early 2019, Tineke studied Lymphoedema Management, including Manual Lymphatic Drainage and Complex Decongestive Therapy and is a registered Lymphoedema Practitioner with the Australasian Lymphoedema Association.

Tineke is passionate about integrating the different modalities to provide the highest level of care for every patient; assisting reaching their physical goals as well as improving overall wellbeing.

Clare Landy is a physiotherapist with over 25 years experience. During this time, she has helped many people overcome their physical limitations.

Clare has worked in large hospital settings as well as private practices across Australia and the USA. She has joined our team in January 2021.

Clare is an advanced lymphoedema practitioner and has a broad knowledge and ample experience when it comes to managing oedematous conditions. She has extended her skills in massage therapy while living in the USA and became passionate about providing oncology massage to cancer patients.

Alison Millward (Allie) came on board in July 2021 to support our team as a part-time practice manager. She had worked as a medical receptionist for eight years and knows how to effortlessly navigate the behind the scenes of a clinic life. Allie is energetic, highly motivated and creates a happy atmosphere at our reception due to her easy-going and down to Earth demeanor.

Allie is also a qualified Personal Trainer and ran a successful business for over 15 years, supporting clients achieve their fitness goals. As a Personal Trainer, Allie knows how to enhance her clients’ potential and achieve their goals through support, guidance and tailored workouts specific to their needs.

Allie has a passion for health and fitness, enjoys keeping active, and even worked as a professional abseiler for a while with a story or two to tell about her adventures. She loves the great outdoors and spending quality time with her family on their little sailboat or going for long walks with her dog.

Tabilla joined our team in July 2022 as our casual practice coordinator. She is a high school student who is very responsible and diligent. Tabilla is polite, friendly, has great people-skills and likes to chat. Her favourite subjects at school are English and music. She plays the guitar and loves to surf.

Jo is an experienced, warm and intuitive therapist with a special interest in holistic counselling. Jo holds degrees in psychology and physics, with post graduate qualifications in psychotherapy. She is an integrative, trauma-informed therapist, trained in Somatic Experiencing and drawing on many progressive therapeutic approaches, including Internal Family Systems, Polyvagal Theory and Attachment Theory. She has over ten years’ experience in trauma specialist services including the Royal Commission into institutional child sexual abuse.

Jo is an avid reader, an ocean swimmer and a meditator, and is inspired by the study of yoga and Eastern wisdom. She is available on Tuesdays for face-to-face counselling, with online sessions available through the week.

Kelly is a compassionate podiatrist who joined our team in October 2023. Since graduating in 2017, Kelly has been dedicated to evidence-based podiatry and is passionate about improving her patients quality of life through patient-centred care. Kelly understands that lymphoedema and the effects of oncology treatments can significantly impact a patients quality of life and requires specialised podiatry care. In addition to lymphoedema and oncology related foot problems, Kelly has a strong interest in diabetes, rheumatology, and biomechanics. Kelly also possesses excellent clinical skills in the treatment of skin and nail pathologies.

For more information you can visit Kelly’s website here.

Lisa is a passionate yoga teacher who joined our team in October 2024. She holds a Certificate IV in Yoga Teaching and advanced training in Yoga Therapy from the renowned Yoga Therapy Institute in Sydney, enabling her to offer tailored support to clients, particularly those navigating cancer recovery.

Lisa’s passion is to provide personalised yoga therapy sessions that address the physical, emotional, and mental challenges of her clients. She is especially dedicated to working with individuals recovering from illness, guiding them to improve mobility, manage stress, and foster emotional resilience through evidence-based yoga practices.

With a background in dance, Lisa incorporates her love of movement into her therapeutic approach, bringing a gentle and fluid style to her sessions. Her work is grounded in the belief that yoga can support the body’s healing process and empower individuals to reconnect with themselves during times of recovery.