Meet the Physiotherapy team at The Blackheath Hospital
Ian qualified as a Physiotherapist in 2008 at the University of Huddersfield. He has worked throughout all sectors including the NHS, Independent and Corporate sector. This variety has given Ian a well-rounded knowledge base in the majority of areas. His real interest is Knee, Ankle and Foot conditions weather they are MSK or Orthopaedic in nature.
Ian is a firm believer in ensuring that the approach to managing a patients' condition is personal to them. He likes to empower patients to be active in their rehabilitation and believes that collaboration will facilitate good patient outcomes. Away from work Ian has a young family, and he enjoys engaging in Sports such as Football and Badminton.
Vlado completed his professional bachelor's degree as a Physiotherapist in 2017, then continued his studies with a master's degree in Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, which he completed in 2019 at the Vassil Levski National Sports Academy Sofia - Bulgaria. During his student years, Vlado gained extensive hands-on experience as a massage therapist before gradually transitioning to work as a qualified Physiotherapist, focusing on treating individuals with musculoskeletal conditions in both the National Health Service (NHS) and the private sector.
Throughout his career, Vlado has actively sought out opportunities for continued professional development by attending various courses and lectures related to shoulder, hip, and spine conditions, as well as manual therapy, shockwave therapy, and other areas of specialist interest. In October 2024, Vlado embarked on a Musculoskeletal Injection Therapy course, with plans to incorporate this new skill into his practice and further enhance his professional skills. Outside of work, Vlado prioritizes his physical and mental well-being through regular exercise, nurturing relationships with friends and family, and travel, while also striving to be a better person and a more dedicated clinician.
Filippo is a dedicated and skilled MSK Physiotherapist with a deep passion for helping patients recover and thrive. Since graduating from the University of Bologna in 2013, he has gained extensive experience working in leading private clinics, treating a wide range of MSK conditions and injuries. Filippo provides a comprehensive approach to care, emphasising not only symptom management but also prevention, education, and self-efficacy. He values developing solid relationships with his patients, encouraging them to take an active role in their rehabilitation and achieve long-term success. His preferred method is exercise-based rehabilitation, Filippo has a master's degree in musculoskeletal physiotherapy, specialising in manual therapy and therapeutic exercise. Most recently, he completed an injection therapy course, and he is currently developing his leadership and management abilities through an ILM certification, demonstrating his commitment to delivering exceptional care while mentoring others in the field.
Judi qualified with an Honours degree in Physiotherapy from King’s College London over 25 years ago. Since qualifying Judi has had extensive experience both in the NHS and private practice and in the last 15 years has developed her interest and passion for Women’s Health Physiotherapy. In 2018 she completed the Postgraduate Certificate in Women’s Health Physiotherapy at Bradford University, passing with distinction, and therefore achieved full membership of POGP (Pelvic, Obstetric and Gynaecological Physiotherapy). This has given Judi in depth knowledge which she combines with her wealth of clinical experience to help women with Women’s Health related conditions such as pelvic floor weakness, urinary and faecal incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, persistent pelvic pain, pregnancy related pelvic girdle pain and rectus diastasis. Judi is mum to two girls and therefore able to empathise with the challenges that many of her patients face. When not working or looking after her family, Judi enjoys cycling to keep fit.
Mishika is a Master's-level Physiotherapist originally from India. She brings a holistic approach to pain management and rehabilitation and believes that understanding your pain is crucial to managing it effectively. She uses a combination of techniques, including targeted exercise prescription, incorporating basic CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) principles to address the mind-body connection, manual therapy, and soft tissue release, to provide comprehensive care. Empowering you to not only manage your pain but also achieve your fitness goals and make sustainable modifications to your daily life is her driving force. She is here to motivate and support you every step of the way.
Clare Corrans is a Specialist Hand Therapist who qualified in Occupational Therapy from the University of Stellenbosch in South Africa in 2000. Clare has over 15 years’ experience in hand therapy. She has worked in specialist private practice in South Africa. This involved treating a wide spectrum of hand conditions including trauma, plastics, rheumatology, elective surgeries and work-related upper limb disorders. She has worked in both private practice and the NHS in the UK providing expert treatment and rehabilitation of hand and wrist patients following trauma and elective surgery as well as assessment and treatment of chronic conditions in both adults and children. Her current NHS post alongside working at Circle Health Group is at the Hand and Wrist specialist Unit at Croydon University Hospital where she responsible for treating patients as well as managing and developing the service. Clare has presented numerous courses in Hand Therapy and has had extensive involvement in teaching fellow therapists. She has a special interest in work related hand and wrist trauma injuries and assisting these patients to return to work.
Originally from Mexico, Diego moved to the UK in 2018 and earned a 1st Class Honours degree in Sports and Exercise Science from Coventry University, where he developed a strong interest in injury prevention. In 2023, he graduated with a Distinction in Physiotherapy MSc (pre-reg) from Brunel University London, with a dissertation focused on group-based rehabilitation. In his practice, Diego is committed to building strong relationships with his patients and is passionate about delivering person-centred care that promotes health, recovery, and well-being.
Kelly qualified from King’s College London with a BSc (Hons) degree in Physiotherapy in 1999. Since then, she has worked in both the NHS, private hospitals and clinics treating a wide range of conditions including neck, back and joint pains; sports injuries; rehabilitation post musculoskeletal surgery and the treatment of complaints such as arthritis. Kelly also has a special interest in treating upper limb restrictions following breast cancer treatment and has completed a number of courses in that area including a breast cancer care Masters module at the Royal Marsden Hospital, London. Whilst in her previous role, she was able to establish a close link with their breast cancer centre and was able to work alongside the team delivering treatment to patients following a wide range of oncologic breast surgery. Kelly believes that treatment works best as a collaboration between therapist and patient to achieve that individual’s goal, whether it be to return to work, sport or to run around after the kids. She has been lucky enough to have been able to work closely with consultants in order to deliver cohesive patient care.
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