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Laura Carter is a highly experienced Occupational Therapist and Accredited Hand Therapist (AHT) with advanced expertise in Hand and Upper Limb Rehabilitation at Gold Coast Hand Therapy. She holds Class I Honours from the University of Queensland and is recognised by the Australian Hand Therapy Association for her specialist skills in this field. Laura has […]

Alex Duncan completed a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) at Federation University Australia before undertaking clinical placements across a range of settings, including rural health, acute rehabilitation, and community based services, supporting clients to regain independence and function in their everyday lives. During university, Alexander studied a variety of health related disciplines including human anatomy, […]

Alison Banks graduated from Southern Cross University with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy before completing clinical placements across rural health, aged care, acute rehabilitation, and community settings, supporting clients regain independence and function in their every day lives. During University Alison studied a variety of health-related fields including human anatomy, physiology, musculoskeletal and kinesiology. She […]

Aiden Karsten graduated with a Bachelor of Exercise Science degree before completing a Master of Physiotherapy at Griffith University on the Gold Coast. During University Aiden studied a variety of health-related fields including human anatomy and nutritional sciences. He also has clinical experience working in private practice treating musculoskeletal and neurological injuries and conditions. Aiden […]

Saraya McKenzie graduated with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy from Southern Cross University. She discovered her passion for hand therapy through her love of sports and arts and crafts, which sparked a strong interest in helping people regain their functional abilities through creative and active approaches. Outside of work, Saraya enjoys spending time at the […]

Lachlan Pappas graduated from the university of Newcastle with a Bachelors in Physiotherapy (Honours). During University Lachlan studied a variety of health-related fields including human anatomy and nutritional sciences. Lachlan also has clinical experience working in Musculoskeletal physiotherapy and hydrotherapy. Lachlan developed a passion for hand therapy during his time managing work related hand injuries. […]

Nick graduated from Latrobe University with a Bachelor of Health Sciences before completing a Master’s in Occupational Therapy Practice. Nick quickly knew that Hand Therapy was the right career path for him and was determined to get involved in private practice. Since graduating, Nick has gained full membership as an Accredited Hand Therapist, as awarded […]

Ashleigh graduated from the Australian Catholic University in 2023, with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy. Passionate about enhancing functional outcomes and improving the quality of life of individuals with upper extremity conditions, Ashleigh has pursued a career in hand therapy with Gold Coast Hand Therapy, leveraging her comprehensive academic training and hands-on experience to deliver exceptional patient […]

Vireshni Naidoo graduated from Auckland University of Technology with a Bachelor of Health Science in Occupational Therapy in 2002.  She has worked in a range of rehabilitation settings, and following her passion for hand therapy she completed a post graduate certificate in rehabilitation in 2015. Vireshni worked in private hand therapy clinics in New Zealand […]

Mikayla graduated from the University of South Australia in 2015 with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Occupational Therapy). After completing her final university placement in hand therapy, she had a keen interest in pursuing a career in this specialty and joined the GC Hand Therapy team in March 2016 shortly after relocating to Queensland. Since joining the […]

Shanna holds a Master’s in Occupational Therapy from the University of Queensland, completed in 2007, after earning a Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Science from Bond University. After discovering her passion for Hand Therapy, Shanna worked towards and achieved Accreditation as a Hand Therapist through the Australian Hand Therapy Association. With over 10 years of experience […]

Jodie Robertson graduated from the University of Sydney with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Physiotherapy. Jodie has completed further study with a Graduate Diploma in Burns and Trauma Rehabilitation at the University Of Notre Dame. Jodie has 30+ years experience managing musculoskeletal injuries with a focus on the Upper limb in the last 15 […]

Taryn graduated from La Trobe University (Melbourne) in 1999 with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy. She worked for six years in various acute hospital settings in Melbourne and the United Kingdom before moving to the Gold Coast in 2005. She has been a dedicated member of GCHT team since February 2006. Taryn is a keen triathlete […]