Allied Health

Available – Tuesdays 10am – 6pm

Ben has over 25 years of Podiatry experience. During this time he has developed a special interest in foot & ankle sports injuries. He has worked alongside many of Melbourne’s Foot and Ankle Surgeons, Sports Physicians, Physiotherapists and Allied Health clinicians.

Ben’s team approach to injury management is a philosophy that guides his practice daily. Ben also has a particular interest in heel pain & orthotic manufacture.

Ben’s interest in Podiatry stems from a 13 year AFL career playing professional football with Richmond & Melbourne Football Clubs, where he received podiatric treatment for various foot and ankle issues. Fortunately, the advice, exercises and orthotics the podiatrist & medical team provided, enabled him to recover quickly and return to the game. Ben’s positive experiences led him to pursue a career in podiatry following his retirement from AFL in 2008.

Ben has continued his involvement in AFL by consulting for the North Melbourne Football Club AFL and AFLW Teams. He also consults privately with Australian Cricket & Victorian Tennis players. He is a director and senior clinician with The Victorian Podiatry Group.

Outside of work Ben is a keen runner, having completed the New York and Paris marathons and the Great Ocean Road half marathon.

Available – Monday, Wednesday, Friday

With a career in podiatry spanning over 25 years, and experience in Australia and the U.K, Michelle brings with her a wealth of knowledge about all things feet. Michelle enjoys helping people achieve optimum foot health, from children right through to the elderly, her caring and informative approach means that all her patients receive the best of care.

Michelle can provide expert care for a whole range of foot problems, such as; diabetes foot care and education, arthritic conditions effecting the foot, children’s foot concerns (intoeing, flat feet, heel pain), ingrowing toenails(including surgery), plantar fasciitis/heel pain, and skin/nail problems. She has experience working in a variety of podiatry settings; private practice, community health, hospitals and high risk foot clinics.

Michelle is also trained in the use of SWIFT, a microwave therapy for treating warts on the feet and hands.

Available – Tuesday 9am to 12pm and Friday 9am-12pm

Meet John Paul Raj, Expert physiotherapist at Narre Warren Medical Centre

John is a highly experienced Clinical Lead -Senior physiotherapist & Orthopaedic practitioner working in orthopaedic clinics, pain management and managing physiotherapy services in acute and primary care in UK. He is a AHPRA registered physiotherapist with extensive experience in helping patients recover from injuries, manage chronic pain and regain mobility.

John works at Narre Warren Medical Centre on Tuesday 9am to 12pm and Friday 9am-12pm.

Available – Thursday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Qasim is a seasoned General Registered Psychologist currently in private practice, where he focuses on enhancing well-being for adults through comprehensive assessments and evidence-based therapeutic interventions. He also serves as a Teaching Associate at Monash and La Trobe University, sharing his expertise in Statistics with students. Currently, he is in the final semester of his PhD at RMIT University.

As a highly skilled and experienced AHPRA-registered Psychologist, Qasim has dedicated his career to providing exceptional psychological and counseling services nationwide. Fluent in English, Dari, Pashto, and Urdu/Hindi, he can effectively serve a diverse clientele. His proficiency in addressing personal, social, and psychological challenges has enabled numerous individuals to lead happier and healthier lives. Qasim’s steadfast commitment to delivering high-quality care distinguishes him as an outstanding mental health professional.

Areas of Expertise:

• Anxiety and Depression
• Stress Management and Relaxation Techniques
• Grief and Loss Counseling
• Anger Management and Assertiveness Training
• Body Image and Self-Esteem Improvement
• Forensic Risk Assessments and Rehabilitation
• Emotional and Behavioral Issues
• Cognitive Assessments for Autism and ADHD
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Transport Accident Commission (TAC) Support
• National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)

Languages Spoken:

• Dari
• Pashto
• Urdu/Hindi