MEET THE TEAM
We are a caring team of health professionals working together for your health, fitness and wellbeing.

Kirrily Curran
Women's Health Physiotherapist
Kirrily Curran is a passionate and experienced physiotherapist who has been supporting women on the Central Coast since graduating from the University of Newcastle in 2008. With a strong background in private practice, Kirrily has developed a deep personal and professional commitment to helping women navigate the physical challenges of pregnancy, birth, and the postnatal period.
Her journey into women’s health began after the birth of her daughter Ireland in 2016, followed by her son Melbourne. This transformative experience sparked a keen interest in the complexities of pelvic health, motivating her to pursue further training in this area. Kirrily has completed extensive postgraduate education in pelvic floor rehabilitation, pregnancy-related conditions, and postnatal recovery, and is a proud member of the Women’s Health Training Associates (WHTA).
She holds a postgraduate degree in Sports Physiotherapy and has progressed to a Level 3 equivalent in women's health, with advanced training in the treatment of prolapse and stress urinary incontinence. Kirrily is passionate about providing evidence-based, compassionate care that empowers women at all stages of life.
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Interests:
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Women's Pelvic Floor Health & Exercise
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Pelvic Floor Birth Prep
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Prolapse & Incontinence Management
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Rectus Diastasis
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Mastitis Relief
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Pessary Fitting
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Musculoskeletal & Sports Physiotherapy
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Dry Needling​

Lauren Thomson (nee Brown)
Women's Health & Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
A proud Central Coast local, Lauren graduated from the University of Newcastle in 2018. She began her career in private practice, gaining extensive experience in treating a diverse range of musculoskeletal conditions and injuries. It was during this time that her commitment to women's health and wellbeing truly blossomed.
Committed to providing the highest level of care, Lauren is a member of the Women’s Health Training Associates and has completed her APA Women's Pelvic Health Level 2 qualification. This advanced training allows her to expertly assess and treat a wide array of women's specific conditions, including those experienced during pregnancy and menopause. Lauren is dedicated to empowering her patients to achieve their individual health and fitness goals through tailored treatment sessions that address their unique needs.
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Women's Pelvic Floor Health and Exercise
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Pregnancy birth preparation
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Pre & Post-natal Assessments
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Diastasis Rectus Abdominus (Ab Separation)
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Prolapse & Incontinence Management
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pregnancy related pain
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Mastitis Relief
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​Dry Needling
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Injury Prevention in Sport

Ashley Kenny
Musculoskeletal & Women's Health Physiotherapist
*CURRENTLY ON MATERNITY LEAVE*
Ashley graduated from the University of Newcastle in 2015. Ashley spent her first two years working in the local hospitals in a range of clinical areas, and working with sporting teams on weekends. In more recent years Ashley has worked in private practice, developing her passion for Women’s health.
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Ashley is a member of the Women’s Health training associates and is trained in pre and post natal exercise, pelvic floor dysfunction and incontinence, pessary fitting, overactive bladder and sacroiliac joint pain management. Ashley is passionate about supporting women through life stages to help them thrive.
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Interests:
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Women’s Pelvic Floor Health & Exercise
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Pelvic Floor Birth Prep
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Prolapse & incontinence management including pessary fitting
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Exercise during pregnancy and post natal
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Post natal return to sport and running
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Pelvic girdle, sacroiliac and back pain during pregnancy
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Overactive bladder/Urgency management
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Mastitis relief
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Osteoporosis prevention & management

Rayna Shimakage
Women's Health and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
Rayna completed a Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science at the University of Newcastle in 2020 before going on to complete a Master of Physiotherapy at the University of Sydney in 2022. She has gained experience in both inpatient and outpatient hospital settings, supporting patients through a wide range of orthopaedic, musculoskeletal, and rehabilitation needs.
During her time working with women on the maternity ward and in outpatient care, Rayna developed a strong passion for women’s health physiotherapy. She has furthered her expertise through training with the Women’s Health Training Associates and by completing the Australian Physiotherapy Association’s Women’s Pelvic Health Level 2 course.
Rayna is committed to providing holistic, evidence-based care that empowers her clients to feel strong, capable, and confident at every stage of life. She has a particular interest in supporting women with pelvic girdle, sacroiliac, and back pain during pregnancy, as well as in musculoskeletal pain and rehabilitation.

Stephanie Polmear
Remedial Massage Therapist
Stephanie is a remedial massage therapist with years of experience as a massage and beauty therapist. Steph has experience in treating clients with sports, remedial and relaxation massage.
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Steph offers the following services:
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Pregnancy Massage
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Remedial Massage
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Sports Massage
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Dry Needling
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Cupping
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Steph has a passion for fitness, having recently completed her personal training qualification and opening her own personal training business, Body FX.

Fernanda Ubilla
Remedial Massage Therapist
Fernanda is a dedicated and passionate Remedial Massage Therapist with a deep commitment to supporting women’s health and overall well-being. Her goal is to help clients feel their absolute best by relieving tension, reducing stress, and restoring balance to both the body and mind.
With a strong belief in holistic healing, Fernanda incorporates various techniques to tailor each session to the individual needs of her patients. Whether addressing chronic pain, muscle tension, pregnancy-related discomfort, or simply providing relaxation, her treatments are designed to nurture, heal, and revitalize. Her approach is deeply influenced by personal practices in yoga and meditation, which help her bring a sense of calm, mindfulness, and balance to every session.
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Fernanda offers the following services:
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Remedial Massage
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Pregnancy Massage
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Relaxation Massage
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Each treatment is customised to suit your needs, ensuring that you leave feeling refreshed, rejuvenated, and in harmony with your body.
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Arja Binns
Accredited Exercise Scientist
Arja is an Accredited Exercise Scientist and is currently studying a Master’s in Clinical Exercise Physiology. Arja is passionate about helping individuals use exercise to improve their health, enhance quality of life, and achieve their personal goals.
Arja has an interest in women’s health, including pre and post natal care, menopause, and osteoporosis. A mother of two, Arja understands the importance of balancing family and fitness. She takes a supportive and collaborative approach with individuals to provide them with the tools to help optimise their well-being at all stages of life.
Arja runs some of our exercise programs and she is looking forward to supporting patients further once she has completed her studies.​

Andrea McEwan
Practice Manager
Andrea is our Practice Manager and keeps the Physiozest wheels turning day-to-day. With years experience in healthcare administration, Andrea brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our team. Her goal is to ensure the clinic continues to run smoothly and patients receive the best possible experience at each visit.

Ellah Smeeth
Receptionist
Ellah is one of our lovely receptionists here at physiozest. She is sure to make your day that little bit brighter with her friendly smile and can-do attitude.
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When she's not at work, you'll find her out on the footy field or at uni studying neuroscience. Ellah is well known in the oz tag & league tag community, often representing at state levels.
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