Pro- Fit Physio & Allied Health Centre

Friendly and professional service you can count on

A trusted service provider and important part of the community

The Pro-Fit team comprises 17 highly qualified and experienced specialists – seven physiotherapists, five psychologists, a dietitian, an exercise physiologist, two remedial masseurs and a personal trainer– who are supported by a practice manager and two receptionists.

For the past 14 years, Pro-Fit has helped people from Bankstown, Bass Hill, Birrong, Chester Hill, Chullora, Condell Park, East Hills, Georges Hall, Greenacre, Milperra, Mount Lewis, Padstow, Padstow Heights, Panania, Picnic Point, Revesby, Revesby Heights, Sefton, Villawood, Yagoona and surrounding suburbs get back on their feet and on with life.

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OUR TEAM

Albert Nakhla

Albert is the practice principal and completed his Bachelor degree in Physiotherapy in 1985.

Albert is a Professional Member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA), the Sports Physiotherapy Group and the Musculo-Skeletal Physiotherapy Group.

Over 25 years, Albert has developed expertise in many areas such as sporting injuries, musculo-skeletal problems,  post-operative rehabilitation for knee and hip replacements, plastering and casting, and foot assessments for runners, cyclists and soccer players.

Albert has completed a number of post graduate courses in manual therapy, sports injuries, sports taping, Kinesio taping and trigger point releases.

He has a special interest in treating neck pain, headaches and migraines.

Albert has a real passion for soccer and he is the physiotherapist for St. Christopher’s Soccer Club, Panania.

Fady Sharobim

Fady graduated from the Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University in 2003 with a Bachelor degree of Physiotherapy.

Fady is a Professional Member of The Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA).

Fady moved to Australia six years ago and his qualifications were recognized in September 2008. He has been involved in providing sports coverage for both rugby league and union for four years. He has a special interest in the management of sports injuries including prevention and rehabilitation. He has completed level 1 and 2 sports physiotherapy, dry needling, and knee and hip pain in sport courses.

Fady has worked for two years in a rehabilitation hospital helping patients following their total knee and hip replacements to get to maximum function. He was responsible for the outpatient clinic in the hospital for one year.

Fady has been working full-time at Pro-fit Physio & Allied Health Centre for 6 years providing the highest quality care for all patients.

Fady is committed to expanding his knowledge regularly through continued professional development.

Catherine Kokal

Catherine has completed a Bachelor of Applied Science (Sport and Exercise Science) with a special interest of musculoskeletal rehabilitation in 2007. She then completed a Master of Physiotherapy in 2009. Since her graduation she has taken a special interest in conditions of the lumbar spine, pelvis and hip completing a range of courses and further training. Throughout her career, Catherine has had a keen interest in sports and has worked with a variety of sporting teams including Randwick Rugby Club and Netball NSW.

Catherine has a special interest in or specializing in pelvis and sacro-iliac joint (SIJ), pre and postnatal hip problems.

Catherine has also spent 4 years working with patients doing hydrotherapy for prevention and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal and metabolic conditions.

Catherine is a Professional Member of The Australian Physiotherapy Association APA.

Catherine has been working with Pro-fit Physio and Allied Health Centre for 5 years providing a high quality and evidence based treatment for all patients.

Catherine is committed to expanding her knowledge regularly through continued professional development.

Brittany Hart

Brittany has completed a Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science at the Australian Catholic University in 2013. She then completed a Master of Physiotherapy at the University of Sydney in 2015. She is a Professional Member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA).

Brittany has been involved in dancing for over 20 years. She competed in solo eisteddfods for 10 years. In 2011, she obtained her BDA Teachers Certificate in both Ballet and Tap. Her background and passion for dance has driven her to specialise in physiotherapy for dancers.

Brittany is committed to expanding her knowledge regularly through continued professional development.

Fino Omran

Qualifications

Diploma of Remedial Massage
Certificate IV Massage Therapy
Certificate IV Master Personal training
Fino is a remedial massage therapist with a versatile range of experience and techniques to meet her clients’ needs. She uses a variety of techniques including remedial, deep tissue, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, relief of chronic pain to pregnancy, relaxation and sports massage.

Due to her knowledge of and experience in personal training, Fino can incorporate essential stretching techniques for those training/sports enthusiasts out there.

Fino enjoys providing massages and seeing the positive effects it brings to her clients.

Registered provider for the following Health Funds:

A.R.H.G/ /BUPA/HBA//HBF/MediBank/CBHS/Doctors/HCF//NIB

Geeta Khurana

ACCREDITED PRACTISING DIETITIAN & ACCREDITED PRACTISING NUTRITIONIST

Geeta has experience in dealing with patients suffering from Diabetes, Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia, Obesity, Underweight and Malnourishment, Childhood obesity, Irritable Bowel syndrome, Coeliac Disease, and Diverticulitis.

Dr. Xerox Tang

Xerox is a compassionate and warm Clinical Psychologist who has worked collaboratively with clients ranging from young children and adolescents to adults, older adults and couples.

She has experience working in private clinics and community mental health settings as well as with psychiatric inpatients. She has completed a Master in Psychology (Clinical) and a PhD in psychology from the University of New South Wales.

Xeroxspecialises in psychological therapy for mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, grief, anger management, psychological trauma,interpersonal difficulties, problem behaviours and stress management.

She practices evidence-based treatment approaches includingCognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-based therapies, Metacognitive Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and will tailor treatment to each client’s needs to help them make effective and enduring changes.

Xerox is Medicare and WorkCover NSW accredited.

Peter Defina

I am a registered clinical psychologist.  I completed my undergraduate training at UNSW in 1982, with a B.Sc. Psych. (Hons.).  I subsequently undertook post-graduate training in counselling (M.A. Counselling) and clinical psychology (M. Clin.Psych.).

Since 1983 I have been employed in a range of settings, including Corrective Services, Family and Community Services, Community Health, and drug and alcohol treatment services.  I have been the clinical director of inpatient and outpatient drug and alcohol treatment facilities, and National Clinical Educator, National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre, Faculty of Medicine, UNSW.

Since 1996 I have worked as a medico-legal consultant and clinical psychologist in private practice, vocational rehabilitation, and pain management facilities.

I believe it is important to adopt a therapeutic approach based on the needs of the client, drawing on approaches such as client centred counselling, motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness, and solution focused therapy.  I aim to integrate those approaches with more recent advances in neuroplasticity.  My aim in treatment is to empower my clients to become their own therapist, with the skills and capacity to apply treatment principles and procedures in their daily lives to enable the achievement of their personal goals.

Helen Madigan

Helen has been a registered psychologist for 10 years and has experience in both the community based and private sectors. Helen works within a recovery oriented framework, tailoring the treatment to the individual needs of the client. Therapeutic interventions that are commonly used by Helen include Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy and Motivational Interviewing.

Working for 4 years in a role that provided mental health services to people of an Italian background, Helen has extensive experience in culturally appropriate therapeutic interventions and also issues specific to older people. She also has experience in seeing individuals with a range of mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), eating disorders, problem gambling and substance abuse. Helen has a special interest in the areas of trauma and grief and believes that treatment should include a holistic approach.  As  result the Body-Mind connection is also an important area of interest to her.

Helen is Medicare and WorkCover NSW accredited and can also see private clients for individual and relationship counseling.  Her preferred practice is with adults and adolescents from age 12 years and over.

Other languages: Italian

Registered Psychologist PSY0001347120

Joanne Sorrentino

Joanne is a Registered Psychologist who completed her Internship through the Australian College of Applied Psychology after completing a Postgraduate Degree in Psychology at Macquarie University.

Joanne works with children, adolescents and adults. She specialises in working with children and provides intervention and counselling services relevant to the management of developmental and educational issues across the life span. Through her work, Joanne emphasises the importance of working with children, adolescents, parents and schools to overcome any presenting problem. Hence, most of her work with children and adolescents follows resilience building and involves the teaching of specific strategies and the modification of negative attitudes, beliefs and behaviours to enhance their quality of life at both home and school.

Joanne’s specialisations include:

– Counselling for children, adolescents and adults with generalized issues (including depression and anxiety)

– Social skills training

– Assertive skills training

– Anger Management

– Relationship Counselling

Janene Erwin

Practice Manager.

Miranda Foster

Receptionist.

Loren Sanderson

Receptionist

Pro Fit Physio & Allied Health Centre in Revesby, Sydney, NSW is in the category of Health Clinics, Physiotherapists with expertise in Shoulder injury Physio, Whiplash Physio, Remedial Massage.

Some other services offered by Pro Fit Physio & Allied Health Centre are Neck Pain Physio, Physiotherapy, Gait Analysis, Musculoskeletal injury Physio.

Phone Pro Fit Physio & Allied Health Centre to ask question about our services.

Services

Physiotherapy
Psychology
Dietetics and Weight Loss
Remedial Massage
Fitness Classes
Computerised Foot Assessment

Testimonials

“I wish to say a very big thank-you to Pro-fit Physio & Allied Health Centre for all that has been done to assist me over the months in which you treated me for my injuries. My experience has been one of being fully supported during a difficult period of my life in overcoming these issues.

The service provided by Pro-fit Physio is professional and comfortable.

The commitment that both Catherine & Albert have shown highlights their expertise in their field. Through their efforts I have been able to overcome problems with my knee after surgery to enable me to continue to work.
I would never have imagined the positive changes that would occur in my life. The encouragement, inspiration and guidance given to me will always be very much appreciated.I won’t hesitate to recommend Pro-fit Physio and Allied Health Centre for the outstanding services they provide.”

Kerry Goodin, Revesby

”I’ve been a client of Albert’s for 4 and ahalf years. During that time I’ve had great service and my injuries were fixed very quickly. I have also grown a great friendship with Albert and all of the staff. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone.”

Davin Sparks, Milperra

“I have been attending the practice for a number of years. I have found all staff very professional and informative at all times.  Each one of them takes time out to explain at length what is required to repair your injuries.”

Jeff Brown, Picnic Point

“I have found Pro-Fit physiotherapists to be particularly caring and helpful, showing interest in my problems and thoughtfully discussing them. I also like the way I have the therapist devoting his time to me and not sharing with other patients. I have already recommended this practice to people I know.”

June Ferguson, Revesby

“I’ve been attending Pro-Fit Physio for years now… I have always been highly satisfied with the treatment they provide and the outcome. The team is very knowledgeable, professional & patient andI would highly recommend Pro-Fit Physio to all.”

PaulineMizzi, Padstow