Physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology and Orthopaedics in SydneyMove Better, Hurt Less& Avoid Surgery Where You Can
Physiotherapists, exercise physiologists and orthopaedic surgeons working as one team, so your assessment, treatment and rehabilitation are planned together from day one.
- No referral needed for physio or exercise physiology
- 50-minute initial assessment
- Small groups of up to 4, one-on-one or online
You leave your first visit with a clear plan. No pressure to continue.
What Brings You Here?
People arrive at different points. Pick the one that sounds like you and we will point you to the right person.
"Something hurts and I want it sorted."
A physiotherapist assesses, diagnoses and treats the cause, not just the symptom. Fractures and acute injuries go through our Urgent Injury Clinic.
See a physiotherapist"I've had this for a while and nothing has stuck."
An exercise physiologist builds the strength and control your joints rely on, in a structured program that progresses with you.
Explore exercise physiology"I want a second opinion, or the right surgeon."
Our orthopaedic surgeons assess knee, hip, shoulder, hand, wrist and elbow conditions, with rehabilitation planned by the same team before and after.
Meet our surgeons
Three Services, One Plan
Most clinics hand you between providers. Here, your physiotherapist, exercise physiologist and surgeon share one plan and one set of notes.
Physiotherapy
Assessment, diagnosis and hands-on treatment for musculoskeletal pain and injury, with active rehabilitation that targets the cause, not just the symptoms. No referral needed.
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Exercise Physiology
Personalised exercise programs that treat injury and illness and help you keep your freedom of movement. Every exercise physiologist has at least four years of university training. Sessions at St Leonards, Beacon Hill or online.
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Orthopaedic Surgery
Consultant orthopaedic surgeons for the knee, hip, shoulder, hand, wrist and elbow, from diagnosis through to surgery where it is needed. Because they work alongside our physios and exercise physiologists, your rehabilitation is planned before the operation and continues afterwards without a handover.
Meet our orthopaedic surgeons
Move. Train. Perform.
Three phases, one team. Where you start depends on your pain and function today, not on a fixed pathway.
Move
Relieve & RecoverRegain foundational movement and do daily tasks safely, without pain.
Train
Move & RestoreRebuild joint capacity and functional strength through structured, progressive programs.
Perform
Momentum & FreedomSustain your health and performance for the long term with the team behind you.
01Restore Program
Joint health rehabilitation for long-standing knee, hip, back and shoulder pain, osteoarthritis or pre- and post-surgery conditioning.
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02Momentum Program
The bridge from rehabilitation to performance. Builds the control and strength your joints need for sport and training.
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03Freedom Program
Ongoing strength, mobility and injury-resilience work led by exercise physiologists.
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04Onero Program
Progressive resistance and impact training for low bone density or osteoporosis, to reduce fracture and falls risk.
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Recover Program
Post-operative rehabilitation planned with your surgeon, then progression into Restore, Momentum or Freedom.
What Happens First
Not knowing what you are walking into is the hardest part. Here is how it runs.
We Listen
What hurts, what you have tried, and what you want to get back to. Bring any scans or referrals you have.
We Assess
A 50-minute initial consultation and functional assessment of how you move, so the plan is built on what we see, not guesswork.
We Plan Together
You leave with a clear next step: a treatment plan, a program and level, or a referral to one of our surgeons if that is the right call.
Two Clinics, North Shore and Northern Beaches
Easy to reach from Crows Nest, Lane Cove, Chatswood, Frenchs Forest and Dee Why. Online sessions if you cannot get in.
St Leonards Clinic
North Shore Health Hub, Level 4, Suite 401, 7 Westbourne Street, St Leonards NSW 2065
Phone (02) 9437 9794 · Fax (02) 9475 0975
Email admin@mtphealth.com.au
St Leonards clinic detailsBeacon Hill Clinic
MTP Health Beacon Hill, 173 Warringah Road, Beacon Hill NSW 2100
Phone (02) 9055 1766 · Fax (02) 9475 0975
Email admin@mtphealth.com.au
Beacon Hill clinic detailsOur orthopaedic surgeons also consult at Gosford, Wahroonga, Castle Towers and Tamworth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a referral?
No referral is needed to see our physiotherapists or exercise physiologists. To see an orthopaedic surgeon and claim a Medicare rebate you will generally need a referral from your GP or another specialist. A GP referral usually lasts 12 months from your first specialist appointment.
Should I see a physiotherapist or an exercise physiologist first?
If your pain or injury is new, start with a physiotherapist. If it is long-standing, or you have already had treatment, an exercise physiologist can help you build strength and get back to activity. Not sure? Book an initial assessment and we will place you with the right person.
What happens at the first appointment?
A 50-minute initial consultation and functional assessment. We listen to what is going on, assess how you move, and agree a plan and the right program or practitioner for you.
Can I have my sessions online?
Yes. Along with face-to-face appointments we offer telehealth consultations and online exercise programs you can follow at home.
Do you only work with athletes?
No. We do work with athletes, but most people we see are everyday adults who want to move better, manage pain and stay active.
Meet the People Behind Your Plan
All our physiotherapists are registered with Ahpra, and our team includes an APA Titled Sports & Exercise Physiotherapist.
SurgeonDr Jonathan NegusMedical Director and Knee Surgeon
SurgeonDr Donald CawthorneHip & Knee Surgeon
SurgeonDr Mun Khin ChanUpper Limb Surgeon
PhysiotherapyAntonia KendrickAllied Health Team Leader and Head Physiotherapist
PhysiotherapyLachlan CampbellAPA Titled Sports & Exercise Physiotherapist
PhysiotherapyZachary AnaniaSenior Physiotherapist
PhysiotherapySam MichiePhysiotherapist
Exercise physiologyDavid MaioloSenior Exercise Physiologist
Exercise physiologyNathan McGrathSenior Exercise Physiologist
Exercise physiologySarah ThongAccredited Exercise Physiologist
Exercise physiologyLachlan McGrathAccredited Exercise Physiologist
Exercise physiologyOlivia ResmanAccredited Exercise Physiologist
Exercise physiologyCameron HubbardAccredited Exercise Physiologist
LeadershipLuke KaneFounder & CEOCollaboration Is the Cornerstone
Integrated Medical & Allied Health Partnerships
Modern Assessment Technology & Facilities
A Supportive Community Environment
Collaboration is the cornerstone to delivering on our vision and mission. No single approach or intervention holds the solution for everyone, so to make sure everyone in our care has the benefit of a community of experts, we partner with organisations across the health, medical and technology sectors.
What We Stand For
PRACTICE what we preach
We live what we believe in. What we say, how we act and the care we give you all line up.
Listen, Learn & SHARE
Everyone is on their own path. We listen first, explain what we find and guide you through each step of your plan.
One TEAM, one MISSION
Your physiotherapist, exercise physiologist and surgeon work in sync, supporting one another on one plan for your care.
See How We Work
Surgeons, physiotherapists and exercise physiologists in one clinic, working from one plan. Two minutes inside St Leonards.
- Specialised: planned for you and your goals
- Empowering: you understand every step
- Progressive: reviewed and refined as you improve
Before You Decide on Surgery
Do I really need surgery?
Joint damage on a scan does not, by itself, mean an operation is necessary. What drives the decision, and why a structured exercise program is often the sensible first step.
Read the article
Integrated orthopaedic and physiotherapy care
What changes when your surgeon, physiotherapist and exercise physiologist share one plan, and what it means for your recovery and long-term joint health.
Read the articleKeep Your Joints Strong
Practical reading from our physiotherapists and exercise physiologists on managing joint pain and avoiding surgery where possible.
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Book a 50-Minute Initial Assessment
We assess how you move, talk through your goals and recommend the right practitioner, program and level. No referral needed for physiotherapy or exercise physiology.