with over 28 years clinical experience in continence, women’s, men’s and pelvic health. She completed a PhD in the use of realtime ultrasound in assessment of the pelvic floor in 2006 and she is considered as a leader in the area of pelvic pain and continence management.

She developed the Curtin University Clinical Physiotherapy Continence and Pelvic Health Master’s program and has presented at many national and international conferences. Currently as Adjunct Associate Professor at Curtin University she is involved in current research into pelvic pain, prolapse and incontinence and has published over 25 peer -reviewed papers in the field of pelvic health.

Irena is a specialist continence and pelvic health physiotherapist (as awarded by the Australian College of Physiotherapy in 2020), holds a Master’s qualification in Continence and Pelvic Health Physiotherapy (Curtin University 2009) and has over 15 years clinical experience in management of pelvic health conditions in women, men and transgender persons.

Irena is also a lecturer and clinical tutor at the post-graduate Continence and Pelvic Health physiotherapy course at Curtin University, and works part-time at Royal Perth Hospital. She is an active member of the Continence and Pelvic Health professional groups in Australia and is passionate about learning and translating knowledge and science to patient care.

Irena’s interests are in management of pelvic and sexual pain, bowel and bladder problems like voiding/defaecation difficulties, pain and incontinence.

Irena speaks Serbo-Croatian or Bosnian, Serbian, Croatian languages. 

Outside of work, Irena loves singing, reading, cycling and spending time with her family and friends.

Natalie holds a post graduate Masters qualification in Continence and Pelvic Health Physiotherapy (Curtin University 2009) and is a titled Men’s, Women’s Health and Pelvic Health Physiotherapist as awarded by the Australian Physiotherapy Association.

Natalie maintains a teaching role as sessional lecturer and tutor in paediatric continence on the post graduate Continence and Pelvic Health physiotherapy course at Curtin University.

Natalie’s expertise is in assisting men, women and children with the management of bladder and bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, as well as the treatment of female pelvic organ prolapse, ante and postnatal care. Her particular interest is in supporting children and adolescents in overcoming bladder bowel dysfunction, involving challenges surrounding toilet training, constipation and soiling, urgency and daytime wetting, as well as enuresis (bed wetting). Natalie is passionate about providing education and practical support for children and their caregivers and liaises closely with a multidisciplinary team to optimise each child’s care. Natalie has presented at several GP conferences, and case presentations
at the Continence Foundation of Australia national conference on paediatric bowel dysfunction.

Outside of work, Natalie enjoys her time with family and friends, as a mum of three busy young girls.

Sarah holds a Masters in both Continence and Women’s Health Physiotherapy (Melbourne University 2008, Curtin University 2018) and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (Curtin University 1997) giving her the titles of Men’s, Women’s and Pelvic Health Physiotherapist and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist. Continuing her commitment to pelvic health, Sarah is also a lecturer/clinical supervisor/researcher for the Curtin Clinical Masters of Physiotherapy (Continence and Pelvic Health) course.  

Sarah treats pelvic floor problems including continence, prolapse, bowel dysfunction, pelvic pain (including endometriosis, vulvodynia and painful intercourse) and pre/post prostatectomy rehabilitation. Pre/post-natal musculoskeletal problems including pelvic girdle and spinal pain are also areas of expertise. Vaginal pessary supports fittings for women with pelvic organ prolapse is a part of Sarah’s practice. Sarah has a particular interest in working with the LGBTQIA+ population, including people undergoing gender hormone affirmation therapy or surgical gender reassignment. People with intersex variations are provided with individualised equitable care. 

Sarah is comfortable treating people of all gender and sexual identities, and those with diverse ethnicity, cultural and racial backgrounds. With over 30 years of experience in physiotherapy, including clinical work in Dubai, Texas, San Diego and Melbourne and a mother of three young adults, Sarah uses her varied background to provide holistic, patient centred care for patients with problems relating to and around the pelvis.  Her focus and passion are to help her patients achieve an optimal quality of life and return to all their chosen activities. 

Phoebe holds a Post Graduate Masters qualification in Continence and Women’s Health Physiotherapy from Curtin University.

Phoebe’s expertise and interests are in assisting men and women with the management of pelvic pain, ante and postnatal care, bladder and bowel incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse. With a musculoskeletal background, Phoebe has been teaching Clinical Pilates for the last 7 years and is passionate about helping women and men of all ages reach their goals and improve their quality of life.  

In her spare time, Phoebe enjoys beach and nature walks with her family, and spending time with friends.  

Angela holds a post graduate Masters qualification in Continence and Pelvic Health Physiotherapy and is a titled Men’s, Women’s and Pelvic Health Physiotherapist as awarded by the Australian Physiotherapy Association.

Angela is a clinical tutor on the post graduate Continence and Pelvic Health physiotherapy course at Curtin University.

Her passion and interest is in treating women in pregnancy and postnatal care, and both men and women with the management of incontinence, bladder and bowel dysfunction, prolapse and pelvic pain.

Angela practices both musculoskeletal and pelvic physiotherapy. Prior to becoming a physiotherapist, she worked as an Exercise Physiologist delivery healthy lifestyle programs in regional Australia.

As a mother of two, Angela is kept incredibly busy. When she gets a chance, you will find her at yoga, at the zoo with her kids or down south with the family. She is passionate about leading a healthy, active life and hopes to raise a well-rounded family with a good work life balance.

Kirsten first graduated from Physiotherapy at Curtin University in 2002, and shortly thereafter moved to rural WA to work in a public hospital setting, gaining a wide range of experience and physiotherapy skills. In 2004, Kirsten embarked on a three year travelling journey, which included working as a physiotherapist in the U.K. She arrived back in Perth in 2007, where she worked in the public hospital setting.

In 2008 Kirsten began pursuing her passion for women and men’s pelvic health by completing a Postgraduate certificate in Women’s Health and Continence. She has worked in this area ever since. 

Kirsten has worked in the area of pelvic health both at Swan Districts hospital, and King Edward Memorial hospital. Over the last 5 years, she has consulted exclusively in private practice.

Kirsten holds a post graduate Masters qualification in Continence and Pelvic Health Physiotherapy and is a titled Men’s, Women’s and Pelvic Health Physiotherapist as awarded by the Australian Physiotherapy Association.

Kelly works as a Pelvic Health Physiotherapist for both men and women. She has completed her Clinical Masters, majoring in Pelvic Health and Continence Physiotherapy.

She has completed her Clinical Masters, majoring in Pelvic Health and Continence Physiotherapy.

Kelly spent the first part of her career working in a musculoskeletal setting and on a private maternity ward. It was here that here that she developed a passion for antenatal and postnatal physiotherapy. Since completing her Graduate Certificate, Kelly has worked in private practice in Perth and Singapore, treating women and men across the lifespan with conditions such as urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, pelvic pain and pain with sexual intercourse. Kelly has a background in competitive middle-distance running and is particularly passionate about helping women to return to exercise after childbirth.

Outside of work, Kelly loves spending time with her two young children, running along the coast and enjoying a good coffee. 

Louise works as a Pelvic Health Physiotherapist for both men and women. She has completed her Clinical Masters, majoring in Pelvic Health and Continence Physiotherapy.

Louise worked in private practice musculoskeletal physiotherapy for eight years treating neck, back and pelvic girdle pain with both hands-on and gym-based treatment. In 2015 she developed an interest in core activation, breath work and muscle balance for rehabilitation, subsequently completing a Cert IV in Pilates. This enabled her to provide specialised clinical exercise programs for patients during pregnancy, postpartum and during the milestone of menopause for women. 

Following Louise’s early sporting life as a full-time gymnast, she has always enjoyed tennis, pilates, swimming and barre. These experiences have given her a better understanding of injury management and prevention. This drives her to assist others with their return to daily life and sport, not only post-injury but also after life events such as vaginal delivery and caesarean section, as well as gynaecological, breast cancer and prostate surgery.  

After falling pregnant and having her baby girl in 2017, Louise developed a special interest in Women’s Health. She completed several courses upskilling in Women’s/Men’s Urinary Incontinence and Ano-Rectal Dysfunction to expand her knowledge, leading to a passion in the field of Pelvic Health. Louise recently had her second child in May 2020, reinforcing her enthusiasm for this area of clinical work. She is constantly learning from experience, fellow colleagues, international pelvic physiotherapists, and authors discussing pelvic health issues.    

Louise enjoys treating:

• Vulvodynia and Vestibulodynia
• Vaginismus and pain with sexual intercourse
• Pelvic pain in Endometriosis and Bladder Pain Syndrome
• Urinary Incontinence and pelvic issues in Menopause
• Pelvic Organ Prolapse
• Pelvic floor issues in pregnancy and postpartum
• Perineal tears and trauma
• Rectus Abdominus Diastasis
• Return to exercise or running post-partum
• Mastitis, nipple pain and breast-feeding posture/neck pain
• Bowel management for Chronic Constipation and faecal incontinence
• Pelvic floor muscle training and education pre-prostate surgery
• Post-prostatectomy Urinary Incontinence management

Louise and her family of four look forward to visiting relatives in Switzerland and New Zealand. Some skiing and hiking wouldn’t be out of the question either!

Jo holds a Post Graduate Masters qualification in Continence and Women’s Health Physiotherapy from Curtin University. She is also a titled Women’s Health and Continence Physiotherapist, as awarded by the Australian Physiotherapy Association.

Jo specialises in the management of bladder and bowel dysfunction in both men and women, as well as the treatment of pelvic organ prolapse, pelvic pain, female sexual dysfunction, and antenatal and postnatal disorders.

In her spare time, Jo likes to hike, go to the beach, and spend time with her friends, family, and beautiful golden retriever.

Louise holds a post-graduate Masters qualification in Continence and Pelvic Health Physiotherapy and is titled Men’s, Women’s Health, and Pelvic Health Physiotherapist as awarded by the Australian Physiotherapy Association.

Louise is a clinical tutor on the postgraduate Continence and Pelvic Health physiotherapy course at Curtin University.

Louise’s passion is treating pelvic pain and empowering both men and women to live a life unhindered by pain. Louise is also skilled in the management of bladder and bowel leakage, pregnancy and post-pregnancy care (including a return to exercise), and prolapse. As part of management for prolapse, Louise is qualified to fit pessaries. 

Louise has previously worked at Perth Urology Clinic helping men prepare and recover from prostate surgery. 

Prior to specialising in pelvic health, Louise worked as a musculoskeletal physiotherapist for 7 years. She previously treated lumbar and hip pain and continues to manage this as it often occurs with pelvic pain. Louise has completed extra training to be qualified in dry needling for both pelvic and musculoskeletal conditions. 

Louise understands that problems in the pelvic region are private and can be highly distressing. She acknowledges the emotional toll these conditions can take and considers this in physiotherapy management.

Georgia holds a Post Graduate Masters qualification in Continence and Women’s Health Physiotherapy from Curtin University (2017). She is also a titled Women’s Health and Continence Physiotherapist, as awarded by the Australian Physiotherapy Association.

Georgia specialises in the management of bladder and bowel dysfunction in both men and women, as well as the treatment of pelvic organ prolapse, pelvic pain, female sexual dysfunction and antenatal and postnatal disorders. Georgia is also a trained Pilates instructor and integrates her  classes.

In her spare time Georgia enjoys cooking, exploring the outdoors, and taking trips home to the farm.