Dr Natalie Burris
B.App.Sci (Comp Med), M.Osteo
Certified Pilates Teacher
Dr Natalie Burris is a fully qualified, registered osteopath and certified Pilates teacher. She completed her five year Bachelor of Applied Science and Masters of Osteopathy degree finishing with distinction average and commendation from the RMIT University Osteopathic Board. Natalie is also experienced in the therapeutic use of Dry Needling and Shockwave Therapy.
During her studies, Natalie volunteered her time working alongside physiotherapists and occupational therapists to treat children with cerebral palsy at Tom Mboya School for Cerebral Palsy and within the orthopaedic and outpatient ward at Coast General Hospital Mombasa in Kenya.
Natalie practices what she preaches; with a love for exercise and healthy living she shares the love and pain of fellow marathon runners and skiers. Through her dedication to sports training she knows ‘where it hurts’, will identify muscular imbalances and weaknesses, and corrects joint alignment and dysfunctions.
Upon treating patients Natalie predominately utilizes a structural approach, with a combination of osteopathic techniques, Dry Needling, and Pilates based rehabilitation and self-management strategies depending on the needs of the individual patient. She has an interest in all patient types; including those with sports injuries, general postural/work strains, chronic conditions of the elderly and osteopathic treatment for pre and post-pregnancy care.
Dr Nathan Katsanevakis
B.App.Sci (Comp Med), M.Osteo
BSc (Anatomy)
Dr Nathan Katsanevakis graduated from RMIT with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Complementary Medicine) and a Masters of Osteopathy. He is a fully qualified experienced osteopath who prior to his profession completed a Bachelor of Science at The University of Melbourne with a study major in anatomy. This led Nathan to work as a surgical technician, working side-by-side with some of Melbourne’s most reputable orthopaedic surgeons.
With a wealth of experience in treating and managing musculoskeletal complaints, Nathan dedicated his time as a volunteer osteopath for ‘Medics to Africa’ in Kenya at The Coast General Hospital in Mombasa, and at the Tom Mboya School for Cerebral Palsy.
Nathan’s interests primarily revolve around sport, having playing football, tennis, competed in athletics, and skied from an early age. Through these interests and his work in surgical theatre, Nathan has developed a keen interest in sports injury rehabilitation, post-surgical care and postural correction.
He uses a wide range of techniques tailoring to patient’s individual needs drawing on experience and the latest evidence or research. Nathan will often give patients specific rehabilitation exercises, stretches or advice to help facilitate healing and prevent re-injury. Where suitable, Nathan will incorporate the therapeutic use of Dry Needling and Shockwave Therapy as part of your Osteopathic treatment.
Dr Jessica Djimoti
B.App.Sci (Comp Med), M.Osteo
Dr Jessica Djimoti graduated from RMIT with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Complementary Medicine) and a Masters of Osteopathy.
During her studies, Jessica has tutored and examined undergraduate Osteopathy students at RMIT, and has continued mentoring and training in clinics throughout her career.
A keen participant in team sports, Jessica has a long held affinity for fitness and health that has fueled her desire to assist others through sports related injuries, while also developing her own new methods of self management.
Jessica’s interests aren’t just limited to sports/exercise related presentations. She has a strong interest in women’s health and well-being and pre and post pregnancy care. After thorough diagnosis, Jessica aims to establish the underlying cause of dysfunction, striving for effective and long term results. Jessica also has a keen interest in the jaw (TMJ) and has participated in many courses to broaden her knowledge and ability to help patients.
When treating, Jessica utilizes a wide range of techniques, tailoring each treatment to the patient’s individual requirements. She is proficient in Dry Needling and Shockwave Therapy, and also utilizes Visceral and indirect techniques along with general Osteopathic treatment.
In her spare time, Jessica loves spending time with her partner outdoors, watching the footy, cooking, and spending time with family and her dogs.
Dr Matthew Darmody
B.App.Sci (Comp Med), M.Osteo
Dr Matthew Darmody graduated from RMIT University, Bundoora with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Complementary Medicine) and a Masters of Osteopathy in 2012. During his studies Matthew was elected to represent the Student Osteopathic Board (SOMA) due to his enthusiasm and passion for Osteopathic care. He has a solid background in remedial/sports massage with a Diploma of Remedial Massage to compliment his Osteopathic skills.
Matthew has worked extensively in the treatment of new born babies and children of all ages, alleviating symptoms of colic, reflux and muscle and joint strain. With his keen interest in Paediatric Osteopathy, Matthew also uses a broad range of techniques to treat people of all ages and conditions, tailoring each treatment to meet the individual’s needs.
An avid sportsman, Matthew continues to be an active member of the Healesville Football Club and an enthusiastic Essendon supporter. In his spare time, Matt enjoys spending time with his partner, Whitney, and son, Louie.
Dr Monique Goss
B.H.Sci, B.App.Sci (Osteo)
Dr Monique Goss is a fully qualified, registered osteopath completing her five year double degree in a Bachelor of Applied Science and Bachelor of Health Science (Osteopathy) at RMIT University. Stemming from her love of competitive dancing at a young age, Monique has developed a natural affinity for human movement, injury prevention, rehabilitation and functional diagnosis.
After undergoing her own knee reconstruction, Dr Goss continues to apply these principles through involvement as a trainer at various sporting clubs, as well as prescribing tailored management programs for many of her patients. Monique has complemented her osteopathic training by becoming certified in myofascial dry needling, cupping, and Vinyasa Yoga.
Monique is a familiar face at our clinics having worked in reception for numerous years and completed her final clinical placement with us during her time as a student. In her spare time she loves listening to Australian music, going on outdoor adventures and visiting her family in South Gippsland.
Dr Will Fleming
B.App.Sci (Comp Med), B.App.Sci (Osteopathy)
Dr. William Fleming is a fully qualified osteopath with a previous Bachelor of Science from the University of Melbourne, where he majored in human structure and function.
William’s passion for sport (particularly AFL, cricket and tennis) began at an early age and fuelled his interest in sports performance, recovery and injury prevention strategies.
His experience as a football club sports trainer and overseas work in an Indian hospital has allowed him to treat a wide range of conditions. In addition to his osteopathic training, he uses a variety of techniques such as dry needling and shockwave therapy to treat acute and chronic pain.
In his spare time, William enjoys playing football, going to the gym and spending time with family
Dr Sarah Ma Lang
B.App.Sci (Comp Med), B.App.Sci (Osteopathy)
Sarah graduated from RMIT University with a double Bachelor of Health Science/Applied Science (Osteopathy). She discovered Osteopathy after suffering several sporting injuries herself, and saw the benefits osteopathic treatment brought for her family and friends.
Sarah is a passionate practitioner who welcomes clients of all ages. She treats a range of both acute and chronic injuries, with a particular interest in low back pain, neck pain and headaches. She is also qualified in Dry Needling. She believes in having a hands-on approach to helping people recover from their injuries and ailments, so that they can enjoy the activities that they love.
When Sarah is not at work, she likes to stay active by playing sports, hitting the gym or patting with her King Charles Cavalier, Rex.
Dr Nikola White
B.App.Sci (Comp Med), B.App.Sci (Osteopathy)
Dr Nikola White graduated from RMIT University and harnesses her love for a wide variety of sports and the great outdoors when tailoring her holistic treatment and management approach to each individual client. She maintains a primary goal of helping clients to achieve their greatest physical potential through enhancing mobility and function.
Nikola adapts to the needs of each client confidently with a variety of both direct and indirect hands-on osteopathic techniques, and has completed further study in dry needling and counterstrain. Nikola also utilises sound exercise prescription that is influenced by her pilates training.
Dr James Fleming
B.H.Sci(Osteopathy), M.H.Sci(Osteopathy)
Dr James Fleming is a fully qualified osteopath after graduating from Victoria University who prior to his profession completed a Bachelor of Business at Monash University.
James started his osteopathic journey after witnessing its benefits through his family and his own sporting injuries. He has always been interested by the human body, and its response to pain and injury. His passion for sport (particularly AFL and tennis) has additionally fuelled his interest in sports performance, recovery and injury prevention strategies.
While at Victoria University in his final year of study, he undertook an osteopathic exchange to Italy, where he worked as a student osteopath at the Istituto Superiore di Osteopatia Milano.
James utilises varied treatment approaches, tailored to the individual and enjoys treating a multitude of conditions both acute and chronic.
In his spare time, James enjoys playing football for the ‘Yarra Valley Old Grammarians’, going to the gym, travelling, drinking coffee and spending time with friends and family.
Dr Lauren Cincotta
B.H.Sci(Osteopathy), M.H.Sci(Osteopathy)
Dr Doug Phillips
B.H.Sci(Osteopathy), M.H.Sci(Osteopathy)