Williamstown

All of our practitioners are highly trained and experienced in the assessment and management of all types of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions.

We welcome all clients from our communities, including but not limited to Private (including with Private health insurance), Sporting, Workcover, TAC, Medicare (EPC) and NDIS.

Abby Speakman

Physiotherapy

Abby graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from Charles Stuart University in 2009. Since this time she has worked extensively in private practice in Melbourne and recently spent 2 years working in London.

She is a former Victorian and Australian Lacrosse player and is a keen runner. She has worked with state and national lacrosse teams in the past and has also been the physiotherapist for local football teams.

Abby is highly trained in treating a wide variety of injuries from neck pain to ankle sprains. She has a passion for treating sports injuries and strives to get her clients back to exercising as soon as possible.

She received extensive training on running analysis and coaching whilst working in the UK and loves working with runners to help them achieve their goals.

Abby has completed training with the Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute and can teach both mat work and reformer Pilates.

Kylie Plunkett

Physiotherapy

With more than 30 years of experience, Kylie is a highly skilled and compassionate physiotherapist, renowned for her holistic approach to patient care. She combines expertise with a deep understanding of how the body works, ensuring that each patient receives personalized and effective treatment.

Kylie’s journey began in Geelong, where her passion for helping people heal quickly became apparent. Her desire to learn and grow took her to London, where she accepted a prestigious role at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, leading the Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy team. This experience sharpened her skills in treating a range of conditions, from muscle and joint pain to complex orthopaedic cases.

After five years in the UK, Kylie returned to Australia, bringing with her a wealth of knowledge and experience. She worked in leading Sports Medicine Clinics and Cabrini Private Hospital, where her focus was on orthopaedics and paediatric care, helping both adults and children recover from injuries and surgeries with confidence.

In 2014, Kylie followed her heart back to her hometown of Ararat, where she co-founded Ararat Physio & Co alongside Jess Tucker. This clinic has become a trusted source of care for the local community, offering a wide range of services, including sports injury management, rehabilitation, and chronic pain solutions.

Kylie has a particular interest in:

Rockclimbing/hiking and Mountaineering Injury rehabilitation or optimising performance after injury.
Musculoskeletal physiotherapy: Whether you’re dealing with back, neck, or joint pain, Kylie’s expertise can help you find relief and restore function.
Orthopaedics: Specializing in pre- and post-surgical care, Kylie ensures that patients recover safely and effectively from orthopaedic surgeries like ACL repairs and joint replacements.
Scoliosis and Hyperkyphosis ( excessive curvature of the upper back )
Sports Physiotherapy: After working in her early career with players from the Geelong Football Club and Geelong Supercats, Kylie is experienced in working with athletes at all levels, helping them recover from injuries and perform at their best.

In addition to her clinical work, Kylie is also a qualified Clinical Pilates and Yoga instructor. With over 500 hours of professional training, she incorporates mindfulness and movement therapy into her practice, acknowledging the connections between your mind and body.

Patients describe Kylie as professional, thorough, and dedicated to achieving the best outcomes. Whether you’re recovering from an injury, preparing for surgery, or simply want to move and feel better, you can count on Kylie to develop a personalized treatment plan that fits your needs.

Outside the clinic, Kylie enjoys spending time in nature, practicing yoga, hiking and climbing mountains as well as cheering on her son’s soccer team. Her passion for life and health is evident in everything she does, making her not just a physiotherapist, but a true partner in your journey to wellness.

Chris Pretlove

Physiotherapy

Chris is a compassionate physiotherapist with experience in musculoskeletal and orthopaedic rehabilitation. He holds a Master of Physiotherapy Studies from the University of Queensland and has developed a broad skill set managing post-operative orthopaedic cases, sports injuries, and rehabilitation under schemes such as NDIS and WorkCover/TAC.

Chris has a strong interest in working with climbers and combat sport athletes, including those involved in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, taekwondo, karate, Muay Thai, and MMA. With close ties to the climbing community and bouldering gyms across Victoria, he frequently supports athletes returning to sport after injury.

He has a particular interest in treating upper limb conditions, both post-operative and non-operative, especially involving the shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand, and fingers. Drawing from his own experience in rock climbing and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Chris understands the physical demands of these sports and tailors rehabilitation to help patients safely return to activity while building long-term strength and resilience.

Dean Nguyen

Physiotherapy

Dean is a physiotherapist with a strong interest in musculoskeletal and sports physiotherapy, particularly injury prevention, rehabilitation, and performance enhancement. He enjoys working with clients from all walks of life—whether it’s helping someone manage everyday aches or supporting athletes in reaching their peak. Dean values the small wins that lead to big progress and is passionate about creating inclusive spaces in sport and healthcare.

Dean holds a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science and a Masters of Physiotherapy from La Trobe University, giving him a strong foundation in human movement and evidence-based care. He is also an accredited strength and conditioning coach who believes in mastering the basics to a high standard.Dean has worked with athletes from grassroots to elite levels at Rowville Sports Academy and ACE Performance, designing tailored training programs aligned with individual goals. His experience spans AFL, basketball, tennis, and soccer, and has spent three years as a sports trainer with the St Kilda VFL. A competitive footballer himself for over six years, Dean has also completed the Hyrox Men’s Pro event and the Great Ocean Road Marathon, giving him a deep understanding of athletic demands and mindset.

Outside the sports arena, Dean has worked across hospital and community settings
throughout his placements, managing a broad range of conditions including geriatric,
cardiorespiratory, neurological, and musculoskeletal cases. He takes pride in making his clients feel heard and tailoring treatment to what matters most to them.
Dean is known for his friendly, approachable style and his ability to build strong, supportive relationships with clients. He believes in empowering people to return to the activities they love and achieve lasting results through genuine care.

Raised in Melbourne’s West, Dean is passionate about giving back to the community that shaped him. Outside the clinic, you’ll find him playing Division 1 football for the Yarraville Eagles or strolling through the local markets.

Ali Vasey

Physiotherapy

Ali graduated with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Physio) back in the days before Lincoln Institute of Health Sciences became a part of LaTrobe University. She spent a few years learning the ropes in hospitals around Melbourne in acute and rehabilitation roles, and then spent time in Canada before returning to Australia and starting an active sports Physiotherapy career in private practices.

She has worked in sports most of her professional life, and most of that time with Australian Rules in WRFL (Spotswood), VAFA (Ormond, Old Geelong, Uni Reds) and VFL roles- Williamstown Football Club. It was a fantastic era with AFL associations and success with more than a flag or 2! Apart from Australian Rules, Ali worked with Melbourne Monarchs Baseball Club for a number of years, and also travelled and treated the Australian Women’s squad in their Lacrosse World Cup campaign.

Completing her post graduate Diploma of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy was a key part of becoming the clinically-focussed and impactful evidence based
Physiotherapist you see today. Not content with a good structure for assessment and treatment she followed her interest in dynamic care for all active patients by
completing her Sports Title a few years later.

Ali would say she is a master generalist for injuries- from top to toe, and enjoys discovering what has happened and how to prevent re-occurrences. However she
does enjoy working with patients experiencing back, pelvis/SIJ region concerns as well as working on shoulder region problems.

You will likely bump into Ali around the streets of Williamstown as she is out walking the dog, swimming at the beach, performing with local music groups on her cello, or even further afield whilst out bushwalking. If you check, she is always planning or looking for inspiration for the next adventure.

Megan Hamilton

Concussion Physiotherapy

Megan is a Physiotherapist with over 15 years of experience working with people recovering from brain injury and concussion. Megan has worked in both the UK and Australia and travelled to the USA to study concussion.

Megan completed her Masters by Research at the University of Melbourne in the field of Traumatic Brain Injury and has presented on the topics of Concussion and Traumatic Brain Injury nationally and internationally.

Megan understands that concussion symptoms and recovery can be complex and that a thorough physical assessment is paramount to designing an individual treatment plan. Megan uses compassion and education to guide her patients through a comprehensive treatment program to help them achieve their goals of returning to sport, study, work and life.

When not at work, Megan enjoys playing with her 3 young children, practicing yoga and Pilates and listening to Podcasts.

Keely Wilson

Concussion Physiotherapy

Keely has a keen interest in treating vestibular/vertigo conditions and concussion and has extensive knowledge in headaches and migraines. Keely believes in empowering her patients through education and knowledge to understand their conditions so they can achieve their personal goals.

Keely graduated from Monash University with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Hons) and has completed further vestibular and concussion training, as well as the Level 1 Watson Headache Institute Course. She is trained in both DMA and APPI pilates.

In her spare time, you’ll find Keely playing AFL for South Melbourne, supporting the Sydney Swans or lying on the beach despite her redheaded genetics.

Isabella Fiumara

Myotherapy

Isabella is a remedial massage therapist who helps clients improve comfort, movement, and confidence in their bodies. Her areas of interest include sports-related injuries, chronic pain management, women’s health and TMJ dysfunction. She takes a holistic, client-centred approach, adapting each treatment to suit individual needs, whether supporting active clients with recovery and performance, or helping others manage ongoing discomfort and movement restrictions.

Isabella holds a Diploma of Remedial Massage from RMIT University and is finalising her accreditation as a Strength and Conditioning Coach, giving her a strong foundation in anatomy, movement, and evidence-based care. She is also completing an Advanced Diploma of Myotherapy at RMIT, further developing her clinical reasoning and manual therapy skills through supervised study.

Isabella has developed broad clinical experience across community, neurological, and educational settings. She previously worked at the Neuro Wellbeing Centre in Footscray, delivering adapted treatments for clients living with chronic pain and complex neurological conditions, including those experiencing fatigue, muscle spasticity, or using mobility aids. In addition, Isabella was selected to provide remedial massage services at the RMIT University Career Expo and Employee Professional Development Expo, where she delivered tailored and effective treatments in fast-paced environments.

Raised in Melbourne’s west, Isabella is passionate about supporting her local community and helping people feel and move better. Outside the clinic, she enjoys spending time at the gym, reading, and sharing meals with her big Italian family, especially when her grandmother is cooking. These experiences shape Isabella’s down-to-earth approach in the clinic and her genuine enjoyment of working with people from all walks of life.

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