Our Team

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Peter Zuman

Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Physiotherapy

Australian Catholic University

APAM

Musculoskeletal physiotherapy
Headache management
Neck pain
Shoulder pain and injuries
Rehabilitation
Disability

Pete joined the Pinnacle Physio team in February 2018 after making the tree change from Sydney to Orange with his family.

Pete is passionate about helping people with their pain so that they continue doing the things they love.

Pete uses a combination of hands-on techniques and targeted exercises to get great results.

Pete has worked at several busy Sydney private practices and has trained in Watson Headache Method, Dry Needling, Maitland, Mackenzie and Mulligan techniques. He has an interest in treating headaches, neck pain, shoulder pain, hip bursitis, post-operative rehabilitation and rehabilitation for people with disability.

On the weekend Pete can be found at the gym, bushwalking with his kids, gardening and listening to Physiotherapy and other varied topic podcasts such as history, sociology, and finance/investment.

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Emily Sutherland

Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Physiotherapy

Australian Catholic University

APAM

Women's health
Continence and pelvic floor
Pregnancy and post-natal care
Paediatrics

Emily is currently on maternity leave

Emily has had a passion for women’s health, after being introduced to pelvic floor physiotherapy while studying Physiotherapy at ACU (North Sydney). As a student, she was lucky enough to spend time working alongside physiotherapists and gynaecologists on the maternity ward and in outpatient women’s health clinics at Royal North Shore Hospital.

After graduating, Emily worked as a Physiotherapist in various areas of Royal North Shore Hospital, before deciding it was time for a tree change and making the move to Orange. Since starting at Pinnacle, Emily has worked with women of all ages to improve pelvic floor function. Also being trained in paediatric continence, Emily has helped many children overcome toileting issues such as bedwetting, daytime wetting, faecal soiling and constipation.

Emily has completed advanced pelvic floor courses in prolapse management (including vaginal pessary fitting), stress urinary incontinence and bowel dysfunction. She is passionate about accessible and destigmatised treatment for women of all ages facing (traditionally less spoken about) pelvic floor issues. Treating chronic pelvic pain (including painful sexual intercourse, painful bladder/bowel symptoms and symptoms of endometriosis) is another primary passion of Emily’s.

The pregnancy and post-natal period is another journey that Emily loves to help her patients navigate. She runs pregnancy and post-natal pilates classes here at Pinnacle and is passionate about helping women return to exercise after delivery.

On the weekends you will find Emily running after her crazy Labrador puppy, spending time with friends or reading somewhere in the sun.

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Eloise Borschtsch

Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours)

University of Newcastle

APAM

Women's health, continence and pelvic floor
Men’s health, continence and pelvic floor
Prostate surgery pre and rehabilitation
Pregnancy and post-natal physiotherapy
Mastitis and inflammatory breast conditions

Born and raised in Orange, Eloise moved to Newcastle in 2013 to pursue her Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours). After successful completion, Eloise worked as a rotating Physiotherapist at Belmont, Maitland, Gosford, and John Hunter Hospitals.

In 2018, Eloise was offered a wonderful opportunity to complete both Male and Female Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy Workshops in Newcastle. This provided her a mentored transition into this unique area of physiotherapy.

In 2021, Eloise moved ‘back home’ and joined the Pinnacle Physiotherapy team. Eloise is passionate about the management of female pelvic floor conditions surrounding pelvic pain, continence and pregnancy or post-natal concerns. She is also experienced in the management of mastitis and inflammatory breast conditions and enjoys supporting women during their breastfeeding journey.

Eloise is also a strong advocate for promoting men’s health, and provides continence and pelvic floor management, alongside preparation and rehabilitation for men undergoing treatment for prostate cancer. Remaining up to date with the latest in this field, Eloise has completed a practical management course for men undergoing prostatectomy in 2021.

Eloise has also completed Workshops in Real-Time Ultrasound use for the Pelvic Floor. As a result, Eloise utilises both trans-abdominal and trans-perineal ultrasound for guidance in pelvic floor activation, relaxation, function and dynamic control in both men and women.

With a goal to promote access, awareness and education within pelvic health, Eloise has just obtained a Graduate Certificate in Public Health through Deakin University. Pelvic health is often a difficult topic to discuss, with issues often being neglected for some time. Eloise’s goal is to help her client’s take this first step, in breaching this ‘stigma’, and working together to establish a realistic management plan.

In her down-time, you can find Eloise gardening, having a hit of golf, embroidering, or spending time with her family.

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Alex Umbers

Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Physiotherapy

Charles Sturt University

APAM

Musculoskeletal physiotherapy
Vestibular physiotherapy (vertigo, dizziness and imbalance)
Sports injury management
Rehabilitation - vestibular, neurological, orthopaedic
Concussion

After growing up on the family farm in Bogan Gate, Alex moved to Orange to complete a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (with Honours) at Charles Sturt University in 2016.

Since graduating, Alex has treated a wide variety of patients in hospital settings in both Tamworth and Orange before moving into private practice in Bathurst. We welcomed Alex to the Pinnacle Physiotherapy team in November 2021.

Alex has a passion for helping people achieve a better life. His empathetic and calm nature allows him to clearly define your goals for Physiotherapy as he works with you to achieve the desired outcome.

Alex has a strong interest in treating sporting and musculoskeletal injuries, neurological rehabilitation and vestibular rehabilitation (dizziness and imbalance). He has furthered his knowledge and treatment skills in areas of interest, undertaking several courses in vestibular rehabilitation, running retraining, advanced shoulder rehab, cervical and upper quadrant and sports injury management.

In relation to vestibular rehabilitation, Alex routinely sees people with dizziness, vertigo, headaches, light-headedness and poor balance. He undergoes a thorough examination with each patient to ascertain the cause, then provide treatment and rehabilitation accordingly.

Alex’s current interests include developing his golf game, walking his dog Hazel and tending to his productive backyard with wife Stephanie which hosts chooks, bees, a worm farm and several raised vegetable garden beds.

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Sebastian Todman

Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology (Honours)

University of New England

Master of Physiotherapy

University of Technology Sydney

APAM

Musculoskeletal physiotherapy
Sports injury management
Rehabilitation
Hydrotherapy

Seb graduated with First Class Honours from a Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology in 2015 before going on to pursue a Master of Physiotherapy from the University of Technology Sydney. Since graduation he has gained extensive clinical experience working in Sydney as a Physiotherapist and Exercise Physiologist in a private practice, subacute rehabilitation hospital, and gym-based setting. Seb has recently relocated back to his hometown Orange to be closer to his family.

Seb has a passion for treating all types of musculoskeletal and sporting injuries. He believes in combining effective manual therapy techniques such as joint mobilisations and soft tissue massage with individualised exercises to promote long-term pain relief. Seb loves helping people return to their pre-injury activities and reducing their risk of future pain. He is passionate about continued education and learning and has completed additional training in Dry Needling, Mulligan’s Technique, lower limb tendinopathy and shoulder rehabilitation.

During his spare time, Seb enjoys swimming, getting to the gym, camping and spending time with his wife and family.

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Holly Todman

Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Exercise Science and Rehabilitation With Distinction

University of Wollongong

Doctor of Physiotherapy

Macquarie University

APAM

Paediatric physiotherapy
Rehabilitation
Disability

Holly is currently on maternity leave

Holly began her career working as an Exercise Physiologist in 2014 in Orange before deciding to complete further post-graduate studies. She graduated with a Doctor of Physiotherapy from Macquarie University and has since worked across a range of paediatric settings including The Sydney Children’s Hospital, private practice and community-based physiotherapy.

Holly is passionate about helping children and their families discover their full potential. She believes every child deserves the opportunity to be their happiest and healthiest selves and be able to participate fully in family and community life. Holly has experience working with children with neurological, genetic and musculoskeletal conditions, neurodevelopmental disorders, and hypermobility disorders such as Global Developmental Delay, Down Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorder, plagiocephaly, torticollis and delayed gross motor milestones.

Outside of physiotherapy, Holly enjoys being outdoors, going on walks and picnics, reading, and spending time with her husband and family. Holly is currently on maternity leave after the birth of her baby in August 2024.

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Eliza Edkins

Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Exercise Science and Rehabilitation

University of Wollongong

Masters of Physiotherapy

Griffith University

APAM

Women's health
Continence and pelvic floor
Pregnancy and post-natal care
Pilates

Eliza grew up in Bathurst, before moving to Wollongong in 2006 where she completed a Bachelor in Exercise Science and Physiology. She practiced as an Exercise Physiologist in rehabilitation and private practice settings prescribing individualised exercise programs to people with neurological and musculoskeletal health conditions.

Whilst working as an Exercise Physiologist, Eliza obtained a Diploma in Pilates from Polestar and taught both mat and equipment Pilates classes as well as one-on-one exercise prescription.

In 2015, Eliza relocated to Queensland to complete her Masters in Physiotherapy where she gained experience in hospital and private practice settings with a variety of patients including post-surgical, older populations, NDIS and athletes.

Eliza believes that people are eager to learn and improve their health, but they need the right people to support them along the way. She believes that knowledge and education allow people to have control of their own choices for their own care and health in all phases of life. Eliza recognises the crucial role that movement and exercise have in improving health and managing pain. She also understands that this is more successful if the exercise programs are tailored to your condition, interests, time/lifestyle and your environment (what facilitates you have access too). She truly appreciates the close connection that the mind (including stress and hormones) have on our bodies including susceptibility to pain and injury.

More recently Eliza has recognised the huge role that Physiotherapists have in the area of Women's Health to educate, support and help manage or treat conditions that are specific to women. She believes that women are keen to learn and have information, just need to know where to get it and that having a village to support you during pregnancy, birth and post-partum can make all the difference! Eliza has completed further training with a mentor program (with The Physiotherapy Clinic in Bondi Junction in Sydney), courses in incontinence, pelvic pain, bladder syndromes, birth preparation and annual research conferences by Tarryn Hallam.

Eliza joined Pinnacle Physio in late 2022 when she and her young family returned to the central west to be closer to family and enjoy the country life.
Eliza is always up for a brainstorm and keeps up to date on evidence with webinars, conferences and podcasts as is enjoying being part of the team of women's health physio's at Pinnacle.

Outside work, Eliza can be found baking, reading or hitting the gym or trails for a hike.

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Angus Tadman

Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy)

The University of Sydney, Hons Class

APAM

Musculoskeletal and sports injuries
Cycling injuries and physio bike fitting
Persistent back pain
Rehab and exercise therapy
Osteoporosis and diabetes exercise programs

Gus is an experienced physiotherapist with a passion for patient-centred and evidence-based physiotherapy care. He will listen closely to your injury or pain history, provide a thorough assessment and work collaboratively with you to develop an effective treatment plan.

Since graduating from The University of Sydney in 2012 with first class honours, Gus has had broad professional experience with sports injury management, musculoskeletal and orthopeadic injury treatment, osteoarthritis management and exercise-based rehabilitation. He is also an expert in delivering exercise interventions for clients with osteoporosis and diabetes.

Gus has a particular interest in treating cyclists (road and mountain), as well as neck pain, headache, shoulder pain (rotator cuff injury and bursitis), tendinopathies (such as Achilles, patella and gluteal tendinopathy) and persistent pain conditions. He uses a combination of manual therapy (eg massage and joint mobilisations), dry needling, taping, specific exercise rehabilitation and education as part of his patient management. He is also currently undertaking specialised training to deliver cognitive functional therapy to patients with persistent and disabling back pain.

On the weekend, you will probably spot Gus out on his mountain or gravel bike, or spending time with his wife Kim, son Remy and their fur baby, Coco the terrier cross.

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Rebecca Nicol

Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Exercise Science (Rehabilitation)

Charles Sturt University

Masters of Physiotherapy

University of Sydney

APAM

Musculoskeletal physiotherapy
Sports injury management
Orthopaedic rehabilitation

Rebecca (Bec) graduated with a Bachelor of Exercise Science in 2011 and then went on to study a Masters of Physiotherapy with the University of Sydney.

Bec has experience in hospital and aged care settings but has spent most of her career in physiotherapy private practice. She has a particular interest in the treatment of a variety of musculoskeletal and sport related injuries as well as post-operative rehabilitation and likes to work closely with her patients to develop a rehabilitation program to address their goals.

Bec also has an interest in working with pregnant women to manage musculoskeletal problems related to pregnancy such as pelvic girdle pain and back pain. She uses a combination of manual therapy techniques including massage and her management has a large focus on providing individualised exercise programs to build strength, control and mobility as required. Bec has done numerous courses in the women's health field including Diastasis and the Abdominal Wall Course with The Physiotherapy Clinic, The Pregnant Pelvis with Sydney Pelvic Clinic and The Australian Physiotherapy Association's Women’s Health Through the Life Stages.

Other courses Bec has completed include APA Level 1 Sports Physiotherapy, Level 1 Integrated Dry Needling and Level 1 Lyn Watson Shoulder course to name a few.

Outside of the clinic Bec spends most of her time running around after her three young children. She enjoys being outdoors, swimming and camping with her family.

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AJ McNiven

Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Physiotherapy

Charles Sturt University

APAM

Musculoskeletal physiotherapy
Sports injury management
Rehabilitation

Alexander (AJ) graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy in 2024, following several years of valuable clinical experience working as a Physiotherapy Assistant in a private hospital setting. During his studies, he also worked across several private practices, gaining diverse experience in musculoskeletal and rehabilitation care. This broad exposure helped him build a strong foundation in patient care, rehabilitation, and exercise prescription, and inspired a deeper passion for helping individuals recover and return to their best.

Through his experience in post-operative, neurological, and musculoskeletal rehabilitation, Alexander has developed a well-rounded approach to physiotherapy that prioritises individualised care and long-term outcomes. He is committed to delivering evidence-based treatment tailored to each patient’s goals, combining hands-on therapy, education, and structured exercise programs.

Outside of work, Alexander enjoys following and playing rugby union, hitting the golf course, and keeping active through running.

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Simon Johnstone

Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy)

University of Sydney

Grad Certificate (Sports Physio)

La Trobe University

APAM

Musculoskeletal physiotherapy
Sports injury management
Rehabilitation
Vestibular physiotherapy (vertigo, dizziness and imbalance)
Tempormandibular joint (jaw) pain and dysfunction

Simon is a highly experienced physiotherapist with a strong background in musculoskeletal and sports injury management. He also has a special interest in temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction, vertigo and vestibular disorders, and management of tendinopathies.

Simon is known for his patient-centred and evidence-based approach. He integrates a wide range of clinical techniques into his treatment, including maitland and mulligan joint mobilisation techniques, muscle energy techniques, dry needling, specific soft tissue mobilisation, education and self-management strategies and individually tailored rehabilitation and exercise programs.

Before making the tree change to Orange in 2022, Simon was the director of a physiotherapy clinic on the Northern Beaches of Sydney. He has also worked in the private and public sectors in the UK.

Simon completed the Graduate Certificate in Sports Physiotherapy at La Trobe University, developing advanced skills in the assessment and management of sports-related injuries and performance optimisation.

He has extensive experience working with sporting teams, including Forest Rugby Club and Forest Killarney Football Club. These roles involved acute sideline injury management, injury prevention, treatment and return-to-play planning.

Outside of work, Simon enjoys cooking, gardening, and spending time with his wife and two teenage children.

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Grace Baker

Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Physiotherapy

Australian Catholic University

Grad Certificate (Sports Physio)

La Trobe University

APAM

Women's health
Continence and pelvic floor
Rehabilitation
Pregnancy and post-natal care
Hypermobility

Grace graduated from the Australian Catholic University and began working as a rotating physio in the public hospital system in Sydney. Following this, she transitioned to private practice in Penrith where she worked as a musculoskeletal and pelvic floor physio. She made the move to Orange with her husband in early 2026.

Grace has a specialist interest in Women's Health Physio – including pelvic floor care, pregnancy physio, pediatric continence, prolapse management (including pessaries) and post-menopause support. She can provide physiotherapy support for women through all stages of life and has completed post-graduate training in Women's and Pelvic Health.

She has a particular passion for helping those with hypermobility, endometriosis, POTs, MCAS and the range of complexity that exists alongside this collection of conditions. She treats from both an internal pelvic health perspective, and external musculoskeletal approach when guiding clients to be strong, educated and healthy.

Grace is patient, passionate about education, and has a collection of cute dog photos on hand. In her free time, you'll find her walking her dog (Maple), cooking, or reading a good crime novel.

Rachel Bettinzoli

Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP)

Bachelor of Exercise Science (Rehabilitation)

Charles Sturt University

Post Graduate Diploma Exercise Science (Rehabilitation)

Charles Sturt University

ESSA

MamaRising Facilitator

Women’s health and maternal wellbeing
Matrescence and postpartum support
Musculoskeletal rehabilitation
Clinical Pilates (mat and reformer)
Functional and restorative movement

Rachel completed her studies at Charles Sturt University, undertaking both a Bachelor and Post Graduate Diploma in Exercise Science (Rehabilitation) to become an Accredited Exercise Physiologist.

She has a special interest in women’s health. Her approach is grounded in compassion, education, and helping women reconnect with their bodies in a way that feels supportive, sustainable, and aligned with their current season of life.

Rachel is passionate about supporting mothers through the physical and emotional transitions of matrescence, helping them to build strength, regulate their nervous system, and feel more connected, capable and supported in their bodies during pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. As a mother of four, she brings both professional expertise and lived experience to her work.

She has undertaken Clinical Pilates qualifications (mat and reformer) and integrates this with exercise physiology principles to deliver individualized, functional, and restorative movement support.

With a background in dance, including opportunities to perform internationally in the USA, London, and Prague, she has a long-standing appreciation for movement. This foundation shapes her belief in movement as a powerful tool for both physical and emotional wellbeing.

Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, watching the kids in their sport and a good book.

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Jo Fairfax

Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy)

University of Sydney

APAM

Women's health
Continence and pelvic floor
Pregnancy and post-natal care

Jo graduated from the University of Sydney in 2002 and has worked as a Physiotherapist in the public and private sectors in Sydney, the UK and then in Orange after moving from Sydney to Orange with her family in 2011.

It was after the birth of her first child that Jo developed an interest in women's health physiotherapy and has narrowed her clinical focus to treating continence and pelvic floor disorders as well as musculoskeletal conditions related to pregnancy and childbirth.

Jo is a member of the Women's Health Training Associates where she has trained in the management of incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse and pain disorders of the pelvis and pelvic floor. Jo uses real time ultrasound for assessment and treatment of core muscle activation in the management of pregnancy related problems such as back pain, pelvic girdle pain and abdominal muscle separation. She is trained in Clinical Pilates as well as exercise in pregnancy and the post natal period.

When not at the clinic Jo is busy looking after her 3 children!

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Ben Fairfax

Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy)

University of Sydney

APAM

Musculoskeletal physiotherapy
Vestibular physiotherapy (vertigo, dizziness and imbalance)
Headache management
Tempormandibular joint (jaw) pain and dysfunction
Concussion

Ben graduated from Sydney University in 2002 and worked in a variety of private practice and hospital settings in Sydney and the UK before moving to Orange with his family in 2012.

Ben is passionate about his profession and helping his patients. His many years of experience and diverse training allow him to apply a wide range of assessments and treatment techniques when seeing clients. He is also committed to ongoing education and professional development within the clinic.

Ben has been practising as a Dean Watson headache practitioner for over 10 years helping patients with cervicogenic headache and migraine. He has undertaken significant post graduate training in the management of dizziness, concussion and vestibular disorders such as BPPV and vestibular neuronitis and works closely with ENT specialists and Neurologists in the management of these patients. He also has a particular interest in the treatment of temporomandibular disorders (jaw and facial pain) and has presented to dentistry students at Charles Sturt University in Orange on the Physiotherapy management of these conditions. Over the years Ben has also trained in dry needling, muscle energy techniques for the spine and pelvis, Clinical Pilates, exercise rehabilitation and Mulligan technique.

When not working Ben can be found spending time with his family, playing touch football, running and planning his next holiday or diving adventure.

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Kylie Watkins

Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy)

University of Sydney

APAM

Women's health
Continence and pelvic floor
Pregnancy and post-natal care
Mastitis and inflammatory breast conditions

After years working in general private practice, Kylie has turned her focus to women's health physiotherapy. With three children of her own, Kylie is well aware of the issues faced by women in the pre and post-natal stages of life and beyond, and is passionate about restoring, maintaining and preventing the loss of function during the demanding stages of pregnancy, motherhood and menopause.

Kylie also has a particular interest in assisting women with lactation related conditions such as mastitis and blocked ducts.

Outside of the clinic, Kylie has a busy life as mum to three very busy children, but also loves cooking, reading and planning travel adventures, listening to podcasts, volunteering and loves nothing more than a coffee or wine catch up with good friends.

Mackenzie Creech

Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Physiotherapy

Charles Sturt University

APAM

Musculoskeletal physiotherapy
Sports Injury management
Rehabilitation
Pilates

Mackenzie graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy in 2024 before relocating to Orange in 2025. Since then, she has worked in private practice and gained experience providing sports coverage for rugby union teams including Orange City Lions and Central West Rugby, with a focus on injury prevention, rehabilitation, and return-to-sport planning.

Mackenzie is passionate about sporting injuries, women’s health, lower limb rehabilitation, and supporting female athletes across all levels of sport. She continues to expand her clinical skills through ongoing professional development, including Sports Physiotherapy Level 1 and further women’s health training through the Australian Physiotherapy Association.

Outside of work, Mackenzie enjoys staying active through walking and running, catching up with friends over coffee, reading, and heading back to the coast for a beach getaway.

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Tanya Clifford

Receptionist

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Mallory Kelleher

Receptionist

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Sherry Nunn

Receptionist

Bridie Pickering

Receptionist

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