
Meet our team
GREG
DIRECTOR, SENIOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Greg graduated from La Trobe University in 1995 with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy. Following university, Greg worked as a sports physiotherapist at the Melbourne Golf Injury Clinic, gaining high level experience working with Victorian Institute of Sport and Australian Institute of Sport athletes. Greg then moved home to the Mallee, in which he became the Chief Physiotherapist at the Swan Hill District Hospital. Greg then founded Mallee Physio in 2002 in Swan Hill, Mallee Physio Kerang in 2010, and later Healthy Mates in 2014. Greg’s post-graduate education and special interests include Lower Limb Biomechanics, Advanced Orthopaedics, Dry Needling and Acupuncture, Sporting injuries, and Levels 1, 2 and 3 in Clinical Pilates. Greg’s experience with elite athletes including Olympic and Commonwealth athletes, international professional Bull rider’s, and national motocross riders to mention just a few. Greg likes to spend his time with his family, and has a keen involvement in motocross clubs and river activities.
MARCUS
PRACTICE MANAGER
Marcus joined the team at Healthy Mates in 2019 after a career change from the real estate world. Marcus has three active boys who are heavily involved in sport and enjoys supporting them all. A recently retired football umpire he enjoys playing most sports to name a few badminton, tennis, golf and basketball. Marcus is looking forward to making Bendigo their new home.
JAKE
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Jake completed a Bachelor of Health Science and Masters of Physiotherapy at La Trobe University Bendigo. As a Physiotherapist Jake has a strong interest in sports injury management as well as chronic disease management and will be committed in continuing to develop these skills. Jake teaches at La Trobe University and has a keen interest in a wide variety of sports and enjoys playing football, fishing and socialising with friends and family.
DANIEL
PHYSIOTHERAPIST & EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST
CASEY
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
PATRICK
EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST
Patrick completed his Bachelors of Exercise Science and Masters of Exercise Physiology at La Trobe University here in Bendigo. As an Exercise Physiologist, Patrick has a keen interest in the management of chronic conditions, sports rehabilitation, and athlete strength and conditioning. In his spare time he enjoys playing Football locally and mountain bike riding
DAN
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Dan completed a Bachelor of Applied Sciences and Masters of Physiotherapy Practice at La Trobe University in Bendigo, graduating in 2018. Having worked in the hospital system for three years, Dan has developed a passion in the treatment and rehabilitation of various musculoskeletal and orthopaedic presentations. He is interested in all things regarding exercise and being active, particularly basketball, tennis and running. Now based between Bendigo and Swan Hill, Dan will be available for appointments across Mallee Physio, Healthy Mates Physiotherapy, Health and Conditioning Complex Central and High Performance Centre. Fun fact: Dan is a sock enthusiast, with a collection of 90 pairs (and growing).
Our Mission and Vision at Healthy Mates
Firstly our mission is to help you improve and maintain your health and well-being. Make positive changes and in addition we are passionate about keeping you involved.
Secondly our vision is to change the face of the rural health, by providing access to experienced health professionals and facilities in regional communities.