Dr Anna Kennedy - Chiropractor

Anna first experienced the health benefits of Chiropractic care as a teenager and hasn’t looked back since. She graduated from RMIT with a Masters of Chiropractic in 2007. Since then she has worked in a number of different chiropractic clinics in both Country Victoria and Melbourne. She is excited to be back working in the country again to help the Macedon Ranges Community experience better health.

Being a recent mother herself along with the study of Pregnancy and Child development has broadened her already extensive knowledge of healthcare. Anna's passion for helping the development of babies and young children has seen her undertake a Diplomate in Chiropractic Neuro-Developmental Paediatrics.  Since graduating Anna has completed post graduate studies in pregnancy and paediatrics. She enjoys being able to help a new mother through pregnancy and beyond and is always amazed at the positive impact chiropractic has on families. 

Anna also has an interest in nutrition and is able to advise, educate and inspire people to take up healthy eating habits.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science

• Bachelor of Complementary Medicine (Chiropractic)

• Masters of Chiropractic

• Member of the Chiropractors Association of Australia (CAA)

• Member of Australian Spinal Research Foundation (ASRF)

• Member of College of Chiropractic Neuro-Development Paediatrics (CCNP)

• Diplomate in Chiropractic Neuro-Developmental Paediatrics

Dr Drew Russell - Chiropractor

Drew completed a double degree in Health Science and Applied Science (Chiropractic), graduating from RMIT with Distinction. Having had previous experience as a Remedial Massage Therapist and Sports Trainer. Drew has worked with people of all ages, professions, backgrounds and activity levels. With experiences in Darwin, several clinics across Melbourne, including an Aged Care Facility while also working as an on-site health provider at factories across Victoria.

Being involved in various sports as a teenager Drew began seeing a Chiropractor to help with injuries sustained. He started to recognise the benefits of regular Chiropractic care in preventing injuries and improving his movement and biomechanics.

Understanding that poor spinal health and injury can have a negative impact on our Quality of Life, Drew has a keen interest in exercise and rehabilitation and integrates this into his Chiropractic care; with benefits to alleviate pain, improve function and an individual’s overall health.

When not in practice, you can find Drew hiking or exploring the local bushlands; as well as staying active in the gym, swimming and taekwondo.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Health Science (Chiropractic)

• Bachelor of Applied Science (Chiropractic)

• Level 1 Sports Trainer

• Diploma Remedial Massage

• Member of Australian Chiropractic Association (ACA)

Caitlin Gale

- Myotherapist

Before becoming a Myotherapist, Caitlin completed her Cert IV of Fitness in Brisbane in 2015. She became a Personal Trainer running bootcamps and 1 on 1 personal training sessions for clients who wanted to improve their overall health and fitness. She then moved to Victoria in 2018 to complete her Diploma of Remedial Massage Therapy which further her fascination with rehabilitation and human movement. Recently, completing her Advance Diploma of Myotherapy, she is now successfully treating patients with acute or chronic aches and pains.

 Myotherapy is a form of physical therapy used to treat or prevent soft tissue pain and restricted joint movement caused by muscle, tendon or myofascia dysfunction. The goal is to reduce pain, enhance functional movement and restore balance using techniques such as Dry Needling, massage, mobilisations and the TENS machine.

Amongst being a Myotherapist, Caitlin trains at her husband’s Crossfit gym, and loves swimming. She is continuously learning about strengthening the body and the importance of strength work. With this knowledge, she strongly believes in having an active, balanced and a healthy lifestyle for vitality and longevity.

Caitlin lives locally with her husband, an Alaskan Malamute and 2 Macaws. She would like to one day complete a Triathlon to check off her bucket list.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced Diploma of Myotherapy, Heidelberg

•       Diploma of Remedial Massage, Melbourne

•       Certificate IV of Fitness, Brisbane

•       Certified Infant Massage Instructor

•       Member of Massage and Myotherapy Australia

“Jarnie” Jane Birmingham

-Remedial & Relaxation Massage Therapist

-Myofascial Release

“Jarnie” Jane Birmingham holds a Diploma of Remedial Massage with distinction from TAFE Katoomba, awarded in 2004. Since then she has dedicated herself to developing effective and pain-free myofascial release techniques in order to better serve a growing number of loyal clients. 

Coming from a performance background, with a BA in Drama, Mime and Modern Dance, Jane made the transition to remedial massage practice naturally, and her clients benefit from the legacy of many years in bodywork and muscle maintenance. 

Jane now teaches her own “Birmingham Method” of Advanced Myofascial Release massage, a gentle yet dynamic way of manipulating soft tissue (muscles, tendons, and even ligaments), helping to reset the whole fascial system, thus giving clients better body awareness, comfort and range of motion.

Myofascial Release integrates seamlessly with holistic Chiropractic health plans. When combined with regular yoga practice, swimming and/or pilates as well as sports and athletic training, the effects can be even better.

Trigger point therapy is another important adjunct to the myofascial release therapy. Sometimes painful short circuits inhibit muscle contraction. Here Jane will use a controlled pressure to gently release them, allowing the muscles to normalize again.

This style of massage has helped many young women during pregnancy, making stressed mums-to-be much more comfortable throughout. Postnatal treatment is also beneficial for a smooth and trouble free return to normal activity.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma of remedial massage

• Bachelor of Arts: Drama and Philosophy

• Member of Australian Traditional Medicine Society Ltd (ATMS)

Georgia Livingstone

- Chinese Medicine Practitioner

Georgia first experienced the benefits of Chinese Medicine and acupuncture when she was a teenager. This sparked her interest in the field and after undertaking 5 years of study, she graduated with a Bachelor of Health Science (Chinese Medicine) in 2016. Throughout her studies, Georgia worked in several different clinics in both Melbourne and country Victoria, gaining invaluable knowledge in many areas. Georgia has joined the team at Macedon Chiropractic after practicing in Gisborne for the last 4 years.

Georgia is primarily a practitioner of women’s health issues, fertility, pregnancy and post-partum, and has undertaken many hours of study in these areas over the last six years. It is her passion to help women achieve better health, whatever stage of life they’re in. She is also currently completing a course in classical herbal medicine, to refine her skills even further in this area.

Georgia mainly uses acupuncture, herbal medicine, and nutritional support to assist her patients, as well as supporting her patients with the dietary and lifestyle adjustments that are often necessary to achieve better health.

In treating her own health issues, Georgia has learnt the importance of living a balanced lifestyle, and she enjoys cooking nourishing food, staying fit with pilates and supporting her mind with yoga and meditation.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Health Science (Chinese Medicine)

• Member of Australian Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Association

• Registered AHPRA practitioner