MEET THE TEAM
Albert Park Physiotherapy aims to provide continuity of care to its clients. Where possible, you will be scheduled to see the same physiotherapist at each consultation.
David Bajayo
Principal Physiotherapist
Bachelor of Physiotherapy 1998
Certificate IV Small Business Management 2010
David has worked as a physiotherapist since 1998 and ensures that he has had many happy and satisfied clients since joining Albert Park Physiotherapy in 2006. He understands his clients' ambitions to expediently reduce/eliminate the impacts of their injuries and, draws on a strong musculoskeletal background when working with them to set and reach attainable goals and, to prevent re-injury. David also has a special interest in treating migraines/headaches, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction/pain and ergonomics.
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Virginia McDonald
Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
Level 3 Sports Physiotherapy 1993
Grad Dip (Manipulative Therapy) 1985
Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy) 1980
Virginia is a musculoskeletal physiotherapist. She thoroughly enjoys working here in her local community and has broad experience in all things musculoskeletal. Virginia has also achieved many goals in the world of physiotherapy: working with local and national sporting teams; providing clinical education to physiotherapists – undergraduate and post-graduate; and editing and collating of an important physiotherapy textbook. Virginia has a thorough knowledge of WorkSafe and TAC, having worked as an independent consultant to them for over 10 years. Virginia has a passion for educating her clients about their condition and how to best help themselves. This includes the benefits of keeping physically active and practising good postural habits to help prevent problems happening in the first place.
DANIEL JAMIESON
Senior Physiotherapist
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (University of South Australia) 2001
Daniel has 15 years experience working in Private Practice. He is predominantly a 'hands-on' therapist and has a strong interest in Pilates and treating lower back pain, knee pain, headaches and sporting injuries. He also uses a technique called trigger point dry needling to help manage muscle and joint pain. Daniel currently has a role with the Adelaide 36ers National Basketball League side. He has also worked with the Melbourne Demons AFL team and has a consultative position with the Old Xaverians Soccer Club.
BrendAn Duncan
Sports Physiotherapist
Masters of Sports Physiotherapy 2010
Bachelor of Physiotherapy 2005
APAM
Brendan is an experienced sports physiotherapist who has worked in private practice and community health, as well as with various sporting teams. Although Brendan has extensive professional and personal experience working with elite and sub-elite sport, he enjoys applying his expertise to assist the local community in successfully managing their sports related and other musculoskeletal injuries and conditions. Brendan has a special interest in tendinopathies, shoulder dysfunction, and post-operative rehabilitation. Brendan is currently working as a consultant physiotherapist with the Australian College of Basketball. He has also held previous positions as a physiotherapist at the Essendon (AFL) and Williamstown (VFL) Football Clubs, Melbourne Aces Baseball, Altona Magic Football (VPL) and Melbourne Victory Women’s (W-League) teams.
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AMY EWING
Physiotherapist
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Trinity College Dublin) 2022
Amy graduated from Trinity College Dublin in 2022 with first-class honours and is the newest member to join the Albert Park Physiotherapy team. Amy has a strong background in rehabilitation in a number of settings including hospital, aged care and musculoskeletal outpatients.
She is committed to delivering exceptional patient care by working closely with clients to achieve their goals. Amy has a keen interest in all musculoskeletal and sports rehabilitation as well as chronic pain management.
BernadettA Giglio
Remedial Massage Therapist
Bachelor of Health Science (Myotherapy) 2007
Diploma of Remedial Massage 2007
Certificate IV Massage Therapy 2007
MA
We have a new massage therapist joining us at Albert Park Physio!
Bernie comes to us with nineteen years in the allied health industry. Having worked with Richmond (AFL) and Melbourne Storm (NRL) she continues to lend her skills to the AFLW and many interstate teams, Bernie brings to us her extensive experience in myotherapy/massage therapy.
Bernie’s drive to help others has made her the therapist she is today. Bernie’s main focus is on manual therapy to relieve soft tissue and musculoskeletal issues. Her degree in myotherapy also allows Bernie to offer myofascial dry needling and cupping.
She is available Monday and Wednesday afternoons and alternating Saturday mornings
Our Office Staff
The Albert Park Physiotherapy reception staff are hand-picked for their efficiency, courtesy and welcoming manner. They support the therapists in their work and will help you with any of your administrative queries. They are happy to pass on messages and queries to staff for you and to arrange reminder phone calls before your appointments.
