Qualified physiotherapists and podiatrists in Essex

Nicola Hart – M.Sc(Hons)MCSP OCPPP – Chartered Physiotherapist Registered with the Health Professions Council Nicola started working at Oakfield Clinic in November 2010, after qualifying as a Chartered Physiotherapist in 2008. Since completing M. Sc Physiotherapy (pre-registration) degree at University of Essex, Nicola has gained NHS experience in musculoskeletal outpatients, amputees, orthopaedics, intermediate care rehabilitation centres, acute medicine, cardio-respiratory, neurology and oncology.
Nicola has undertaken further training for pre and post natal pregnancy conditions.
Prior to this completed a B. Sc (Hons) Sports Rehabilitation and Injury Prevention degree at Middlesex University.

Nicola`s qualifications and experience has led to comprehensive treatment and management of musculoskeletal conditions and rehabilitation and is very keen on continuing professional development to enhance her skills providing the most recent evidence based practice.

Paul Christmas – B.Sc(Hons)MCSP – Chartered Physiotherapist Registered with the Health Professions Council Paul graduated from Northumbria University in 2005 with a B. Sc (Hons) in Physiotherapy and has also gained an ITEC Diploma in Sports and Remedial Massage. From there he went to work for the NHS as a musculoskeletal therapist.

He was part of the Helston Community Hospital physio outpatients team that won the award for the ‘Adopt, Adapt and Improve’ category at the prestigious NHS Health and Social Care awards for the South-West region in 2008. Paul was subsequently involved in the complete redesign for the delivery of physiotherapy throughout Cornwall.

Paul’s interest in sports including football, rugby, athletics, cross-country and cricket has seen him build up excellent experience, knowledge in the prevention and treatment of sports injuries.

David Goyette –M.Sc B.Sc (Hons) FCPodS – Podiatrist Registered with the Health Professions Council David graduated from University College London and the London Foot Hospital in 1997.

He divides his time between private practice at Oakfield and working as a specialist registrar in Podiatric surgery within a busy NHS department. David was awarded his MSc in Podiatric Surgery in 2016 and his surgical fellowship in 2017.

David has a keen interest in all aspects of Podiatric medicine and surgery, utilising the most evidenced based treatments.

As well as treatment of routine foot problems David undertakes biomechanical evaluation and orthotic prescription. He is able to provide management of the “at risk” foot i.e. Diabetic foot pathology. He also performs surgery on ingrown nails and utilise injection therapy techniques i.e. Steroid and Ostenil.

Fiona Rigby – B.Sc(Hons)SRCh MChS – Chiropodist Registered with the Health Professions Council Fiona graduated from University of East London with a B. Sc (Hons) in Podiatric Medicine.

Registered with the Health Professions Council, she has a keen interest in all aspects of foot health in adults and children. Working within the NHS and private practice, Fiona treats a varied spectrum of patients.

Fiona is soon to be undertaking a Post Graduate Certificate in Forensic Podiatry and is also looking to specialise further in Podiatric Medicine by undertaking a Master's degree.

Fiona treats all foot conditions within the clinic including minor surgery to treat in-growing toenails.

Heather Day – LSSM (Dip) M.I.S.R.M – Sports & Remedial Massage Practitioner Heather has been part of the sports and remedial massage team since august 2010. She trained at the London school of sports massage and qualified in Jan 2009.

She stared working at local Rugby clubs until she took up a post at the clinic. Heather also studied at DMU Bedford where she achieved a B. Sc honours in Sports Studies and a PGCE in teaching secondary physical Education. This lead Heather into teaching 11-19 year old students in a school for 4 years before she moved to teaching 16-19 year old students at a local sixth form for the past 6 years. Heather teaches sports massage as part of the BTEC Sport and Sport Science courses and Anatomy and Physiology at A level.

Her clients range from those enjoying the benefits of deep tissue massage, people with everyday aches and pains, postural problems and those partaking in recreational and competitive sports. Heather has also developed further training in pregnancy massage for pre and post natal conditions. Heather’s ambitions at the clinic are to stay part of such a diverse and integral team working with the other disciplines to improve the patient’s experience and quality of treatment.

Lisa Gouge – City & Guilds – Relaxation & Beauty Therapist Lisa has been working as a Beauty Therapist for over 20 years. She trained at Thurrock Technical College in Grays. Her first Salon was based in London where her clients ranged from people within the media to the High Courts. She has worked with celebrities over the years.

She worked in Bentalls at Lakeside, starting off as a therapist, progressing onto head therapist then, assistant manager. She started her own beauty practice, providing treatments from Guinot facials, Jessica manicures /ans pedicures, Fake Bake tanning, Lava Shells massage, waxing and eye treatments. She then went on to become a beauty lecturer at South Essex College, teaching on a part time basis. Lisa continually updates her professional skills attending various courses each year such as non-surgical facelifts, spray tanning, lash extensions.

She would like to continue with her professional development learning treatments such as Indian head massage, threading and also new and upcoming treatments.