Physiotherapists
Our Physiotherapy team benefits from being led by our directors Sean who has over 10 years experience as a physiotherapist. As a team, we’ve got a wide variety of skills and strengths, including long-term changes in chronic pain; women’s pelvic health; and sports performance.
Sean Cooney
APAM, MACP, APA Titled Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist, M. Sports Physiotherapy, B.App.Sc (Physiotherapy)Sean is the founder of Healthfix and has set up the integrated services at Healthfix. He continues to provide quality assurance on the clinical outcomes of the team and assist in the management of complex presentations. Sean studied Physiotherapy at the University of Sydney and later completed his Masters in Sports Physiotherapy at LaTrobe University. His dedication to the profession has been recognised by being a “APA Titled” Sport and Exercise Physiotherapist , a member of the Australian College of Physiotherapists , as well as a member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association.
Caitlan Skillicorn
M. Physio & B. Ex. and Sport Sc.Caitlan is a passionate Physiotherapist working at our North Sydney Clinic, she’s always looking to get the most out of people, so they can become the best they can be. Caitlan takes great pride in helping people back to life, hobby, sport. Giving individualised programs to give the best evidence-based care that allows clients to reach short-, medium- and long-term goals. Having played a lot of sport growing up she understands the frustration of being on the sidelines and endeavours to get clients back to performing at their best.
She completed a Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science at ACU before continuing study with Masters of Physiotherapy at Sydney University, now having completed a Masters in Sports Medicine, she is recognised as a Titled Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist. Caitlan is also Head of Performance for a National Premier League football squad operating as physio and S&C coach, providing exceptional care, limiting injuries to a handful each year. On top of all her sports experience, she’s also highly experienced with musculoskeletal injuries, children and adolescence, and athletes wanting to return to high levels of performance.
Caitlan is passionate about knowing that exercise is the foundation for any good rehabilitation program, she enjoys working at Healthfix as she gets work alongside a great integrated team to get the best outcome for clients, with a holistic approach to all. Caitlan is a fit and active person – she played all sports growing up then played soccer over last 13 years until more recently taking up golf, she often incorporates gym sessions to keep her fit and strong for all the sports she loves!
She completed a Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science at ACU before continuing study with Masters of Physiotherapy at Sydney University, now having completed a Masters in Sports Medicine, she is recognised as a Titled Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist. Caitlan is also Head of Performance for a National Premier League football squad operating as physio and S&C coach, providing exceptional care, limiting injuries to a handful each year. On top of all her sports experience, she’s also highly experienced with musculoskeletal injuries, children and adolescence, and athletes wanting to return to high levels of performance.
Caitlan is passionate about knowing that exercise is the foundation for any good rehabilitation program, she enjoys working at Healthfix as she gets work alongside a great integrated team to get the best outcome for clients, with a holistic approach to all. Caitlan is a fit and active person – she played all sports growing up then played soccer over last 13 years until more recently taking up golf, she often incorporates gym sessions to keep her fit and strong for all the sports she loves!
Samah F Elomari
M.App.Sc. Physiotherapy, WHTA Women’s Health TrainingSamah is a qualified Exercise Scientist (Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science) and Physiotherapist (Master of Physiotherapy) who is passionate about how the body works and heals through movement. In 2017 while listening to a university lecture about female pelvic pain, Samah discovered her love of women’s health. She was fortunate enough to land a placement at Fairfield Hospital where she worked on the maternity wards, seeing women with varying degrees of perineal tearing, abdominal separation and those with a high risk of pelvic floor dysfunction postpartum.
She was also involved in the assessment and treatment of outpatients with prolapse, urinary and bowel disorders. Since then she’s worked in private practice, treating people with various musculoskeletal dysfunctions, including those related to pregnancy and the postnatal period. Samah also has experience leading pregnancy, postnatal and clinical Pilates classes. She’s more recently had the opportunity to treat more complex pain conditions including sexual pain and endometriosis. Samah strives to create space for her patients to feel heard and empowered. Samah will be practicing from our North Sydney clinic.
She was also involved in the assessment and treatment of outpatients with prolapse, urinary and bowel disorders. Since then she’s worked in private practice, treating people with various musculoskeletal dysfunctions, including those related to pregnancy and the postnatal period. Samah also has experience leading pregnancy, postnatal and clinical Pilates classes. She’s more recently had the opportunity to treat more complex pain conditions including sexual pain and endometriosis. Samah strives to create space for her patients to feel heard and empowered. Samah will be practicing from our North Sydney clinic.
Daniel Lakkis
M. Physio, B. Sc (Physiology), M. High Perf SportIntroducing Daniel, a dedicated physiotherapist with a profound commitment to delivering patient-centered care that addresses both the emotional and physical dimensions of pain or injury. Daniel’s true passion lies in accompanying clients through their journey with an empathetic and holistic approach, fostering the restoration of their independence and self-assurance.
With a Master’s Degree in high-performance sport and a substantial background in the sports industry, Daniel possesses valuable experience in treating chronic conditions and diverse aspects of disability care. His unwavering dedication resonates with his commitment to utilising exercise as a powerful tool for enhanced health.
Having traversed his own path of triumphing over injuries, Daniel exhibits a fervent interest in assisting individuals of all ages in attaining their athletic ambitions, particularly those recuperating from sports-related injuries. His personal encounters uniquely equip him to understand and guide clients through their challenges, offering unwavering support on their journeys to revitalized well-being.
With a Master’s Degree in high-performance sport and a substantial background in the sports industry, Daniel possesses valuable experience in treating chronic conditions and diverse aspects of disability care. His unwavering dedication resonates with his commitment to utilising exercise as a powerful tool for enhanced health.
Having traversed his own path of triumphing over injuries, Daniel exhibits a fervent interest in assisting individuals of all ages in attaining their athletic ambitions, particularly those recuperating from sports-related injuries. His personal encounters uniquely equip him to understand and guide clients through their challenges, offering unwavering support on their journeys to revitalized well-being.