Our Team | BUNDABERG PHYSIOTHER

Meet The Team

BUNDABERG PHYSIOTHERAPY CENTRE

Dedication. Expertise. Passion.

Neil Petersen

Principal Physiotherapist

“Getting to know people and helping them recover from injury and assisting them to improve their physical performance in a sporting or vocational capacity is why I love Physiotherapy” Neil graduated from his Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) at University of Queensland in 1991 and proudly boasts over 35 years of clinical practice. Neil is proud to be a Principal Physiotherapist of Bundaberg Physiotherapy Centre. Neil's Physiotherapy career has had the opportunity to be involved in numerous local sporting teams and competitions, such as the Bundy Bulls State League basketball, ATW Premier League Soccer, Brothers First Grade Rugby League. When he isn’t in the clinic? Tournament Waterskiing remains Neil's sporting passion, and he competes in the Masters division at tournaments throughout the summer and each year at the Australian Championships over the Easter long weekend. His other passions include Surfing, Weight Training and spending time on weekends with his Labrador puppy, Penny. Key Areas of Expertise Neil has an extensive knowledge of complex MSK and Sports Injury Physiotherapy and is passionate about delivering outstanding rehabilitation results for his post-orthopaedic surgical patients. He remains a mentor to the other Physiotherapists at our clinic and is a registered CQU Physiotherapy Tutor, providing clinical placements for students within the undergraduate Physiotherapy programme at CQU Bundaberg.

Martin Giles

Principal Physiotherapist

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“My passion lies in assessing and diagnosing musculoskeletal injuries, providing education, hands-on treatment, and therapeutic exercise to restore function, relieve pain, and improve quality of life. The greatest reward comes from helping people recover, regain confidence in their movement and being able to return to doing what they love to do.” Marty completed his Bachelor of Physiotherapy at the University of Queensland in 1997 and brings over 28 years of clinical experience. He is proud to be a Principal Physiotherapist at Bundaberg Physiotherapy Centre. He has a strong sporting background, with a long history supporting local sporting teams and athletes, including Bundaberg Basketball (2000–2016), Gymfinity Gymnastics (2015-2025), Bundaberg Swim Team (2021-current), Elliott Heads Surf Life Saving Club (2016-current) , Shalom College QISSRL (2023–present), and Across the Waves Junior Rugby League (2022–present). The clinic is also a proud sponsor of Elliott Heads Surf Life Saving Club and Across the Waves JRL. When he isn’t in the clinic? Marty enjoys regular gym & resistance training, surfing, offshore fishing, COFFEE, red wine (especially Mclaren Vale Shiraz), various music styles (classical, movie themes, country, Seattle grunge), travel, and following his children’s sporting commitments all over the place. Now celebrating his “middle age” status (but not through Facebook), Marty has an understanding of the need for preventative measures and maintenance of healthy life practices which can help establish a good platform for health in later life. Through some personal experience combined with his physiotherapy knowledge, he can provide understanding and assist patients also at this stage of their life. Having trained in a gym-based setting for his personal fitness for the last 25 years, he believes in the importance of ongoing resistance and cardio-vascular training for everyone but also the need to adapt this to your abilities and age while modifying to accommodate any injury status. His motto in this regard is still “when it comes to exercise and healthy eating, there is no such thing as a day off”. Key Areas of Expertise Marty has a comprehensive knowledge of all complex MSK, Vestibular, Sports Injury and Rehabilitation Physiotherapy and is also an excellent mentor within the clinic with a strong emphasis on patient education and long-term recovery outcomes.

Cody Amos

Associate Physiotherapist

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“I am passionate about keeping people moving!” Cody received his Master of Physiotherapy Studies in 2011 through the University of Queensland and has been a Physiotherapist at Bundaberg Physiotherapy Centre for the past 13 years. When he isn’t in the clinic? Cody enjoys following a range of sports including Soccer, NBA, F1, Golf and NRL, with his favourite sporting teams being the Brisbane Broncos and the Ripper Golf Club. On the weekends Cody is out in the community supporting his children at the sporting endeavours. Key Areas of Expertise Cody treats a broad range of complex MSK, Sports Injury Physiotherapy and post-orthopaedic surgical rehabilitation. Cody has completed further training and has an extensive knowledge of Dry Needling techniques, which also allows him to perform Intramuscular Electrical Stimulation (IMES).

Cory Jensen

Associate Physiotherapist

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"It is so rewarding when a patient that I haven’t seen for several years will come up to me and thank me for helping them get back to things like work or sport and the positive impact my Physiotherapy management has had on their life.” Cory completed a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) and has been a valued Physiotherapist at Bundaberg Physiotherapy Centre since the beginning of 2013. When Cory was a teenager he played lots of sports including cricket, touch and in particular rugby league. Unfortunately, he found out through this, that with any sport, injuries occur. Going to a Physiotherapist to manage his injuries was where he was first introduced to the benefits of Physiotherapy and is what subsequently led to him pursuing it as a career. When he isn’t in the clinic? Cory’s favourite Rugby League team is the Newcastle Knights, and he is heavily involved in coaching for and supporting his children and their involvement with the local East Magpies Rugby League Club. We still are yet to find out what other interests Cory has outside of Rugby League and Physiotherapy. Key Areas of Expertise Cory uses his extensive sporting background and comprehensive knowledge of complex MSK and Sports Injury Physiotherapy and post-operative rehabilitation to ensure that his patients receive to best outcomes and care.

Chloe Bargenquast

Associate Physiotherapist

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“The world of Physiotherapy is much bigger than just the one you see if you've had a sports injury. It’s a lot more about understanding people, than knowing how to kick a football between goal posts.” Chloe completed her Bachelors of Physiotherapy (Honours) at CQU Bundaberg and has been a valued Physiotherapist at Bundaberg Physiotherapy Centre since the beginning of 2019. Chloe’s favourite career highlight was when she had a Trumpet player attend a consultation. They were suffering with severe abdominal pain that doctors had been unable to improve the symptoms of. After one treatment session the patient was pain free. The realm of Physiotherapy and the different ways it can positively impact people’s day-to-day lives is so much more complex than what is assumed. Chloe has a background in dancing and uses her knowledge and personal experiences in life to educate and treat her patients with care. When she isn’t in the clinic? Chloe is super busy with her ‘ranch’, being a mum, tending to her bees and chickens, and cultivating fresh home-grown fruits and vegetables. Chloe is also nearing the completion of a Bachelors of Secondary Education and has been juggling, her personal life, university studies and a busy schedule of Physiotherapy Patients. Key Areas of Expertise Chloe has a comprehensive knowledge of complex MSK and Sports Injury Physiotherapy and post-operative rehabilitation. Chloe can also complete Dance Assessments and has a trumpet player return to music, 100% success rate.

Ben McHugh

Associate Physiotherapist

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Ben completed his Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) in 2012 and has been a valued Physiotherapist at Bundaberg Physiotherapy Centre since 2022. Prior to joining our clinic in 2022, Ben was a Physiotherapist locally for a couple of years before living and working overseas and in the Sunshine Coast as a Physiotherapist. When he isn’t in the clinic? Ben is a successful triathlete and dedicates his spare time outside of work to spending time with his young family and training to compete in various triathlons throughout the year. Prior to an ACL injury, Ben played soccer and uses his personal experiences in sports to guide his Physiotherapy treatment approach. Key Areas of Expertise Ben has a comprehensive knowledge of all complex MSK, Sports Injury and post-operative Rehabilitation Physiotherapy, and is dedicated to ensuring his patients receive the best level of care.

Kaysie Florance

Associate Physiotherapist

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“I am passionate about helping people build confidence in their bodies, improve movement quality, and work toward their goals” Kaysie Florance is a Physiotherapist at Bundaberg Physiotherapy Centre and has been part of the team since the beginning of 2021. Originally graduating locally from CQUniversity with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy with First Class Honours, Kaysie is passionate about helping people move well, recover confidently, and build long-term strength and resilience. Many of Kaysie's clinical interests stem from her own lived experiences and include sports injuries, neck pain and headaches, hypermobility, paediatrics, hydrotherapy, and strength-based rehabilitation across all age groups. She particularly enjoys working with athletes of all ages and levels, post-operative clients, and people with additional needs including Cerebral Palsy, neurodivergence, and developmental disorders. Kaysie competed as an elite gymnast before injury ended her gymnastics career and led her into coaching, where she became an advanced gymnastics coach. Alongside her gymnastics background, she has also been involved in multiple codes of football, kickboxing, dance, cheerleading, CrossFit, and Olympic weightlifting, where she has gone on to represent Queensland. Kaysie is also a qualified weightlifting and sports power coach and is actively involved with the Bundaberg Weightlifting Club committee. With both coaching and athletic experience, Kaysie has seen and experienced first-hand the role that strength training and quality movement can play in improving confidence, resilience, and long-term performance. When she isn’t in the clinic? Outside of the clinic, Kaysie is a self-confessed coffee addict, enjoys training in the gym, spending time with her two German Shepherds, and following rugby league. Key Areas of Expertise She has a particular interest in biomechanics and helping people move efficiently so they can perform at their best, whether that is in sport or in daily life. Kaysie's extensive sporting background contributes to her comprehensive knowledge of complex MSK and Sports Injury Physiotherapy and post-operative rehabilitation.

Katherine Fergusson

Associate Physiotherapist

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Katherine first completed a Bachelor of Biomedical Science and later studied for and received her Master of Physiotherapy Studies in 2005 through the University of Queensland. Kat has been a valued Physiotherapist at Bundaberg Physiotherapy Centre since 2023. Prior to joining our clinic, Kat was a Physiotherapist at the Lavarack Health Centre as a Civilian Public Servant for the ADF. In addition to her 17 year service to the ADF, Kat was awarded a coin by the Surgeon General of the Australian Defence Force for her work in improving Physiotherapy service provision in Joint Health NQ. When she isn’t in the clinic? Kat enjoys a good Novel and Tea. On the weekends Kat is out in the community supporting her children’s sporting endeavours. Key Areas of Expertise Kat has a comprehensive knowledge of all complex MSK, Sports Injury and post-operative Rehabilitation Physiotherapy, with a strong emphasis on patient education and long-term recovery outcomes.

Sarah Pizzey

Associate Physiotherapist

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“I love being able to help people to become more empowered and comfortable in their own bodies through education and movement. Sometimes small, simple changes can make huge changes in day-to-day life and improve overall quality of life.” Sarah has achieved a Bachelor of Physiotherapy and completed additional requirements to obtain a Master of Clinical Physiotherapy in Continence and Pelvic Health. Sarah has been a Physiotherapist for 13 years with 8 of those years treating patients with Pelvic Health and Continence concerns. When she isn’t in the clinic? Sarah is proud to Captain the Bundy Bears and is considering making a comeback to AFL for the 2026 season with Across The Waves. At times, you'll find Sarah on the sideline cheering the Across The Waves teams on and helping with their strapping if they’re desperate enough. Sarah passionately follows sporting teams, Hawthorn (AFL & AFLW), Boston Celtics (NBA) and Seattle Storm (WNBA). Outside of work, Sarah loves sewing, although raising a toddler and managing a busy work schedule has put a temporary hold on that hobby. Sarah also trains in CrossFit, powerlifting, HYROX and enjoys running and walking her dogs. Sarah has been to 30+ countries and even hiked to Everest Base Camp. Key Areas of Expertise Sarah has an extensive and complex knowledge of Continence and Pelvic Health and is the most highly qualified Pelvic Health Physiotherapist in the Bundaberg Region.

Todd Royan

Muscle Menders Massage

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Todd has been practicing Remedial Massage since 1998 and now has over 27 years of clinical experience. Todd joined the Bundaberg Physiotherapy Centre team in 2010 and has been a valuable part of the team ever since. Todd has had the opportunity to work with high-level athletes, including Rugby League teams, Gold Medal winners in athletics and triathlon at an Olympic level, ex-Australian Cricket Players and working for the Australian Institute of Sport. A majority of Todd’s work is clinical and there’s so many moments that remind him of the real impact his work can have on everyday lives. When Todd isn’t in the clinic? You’ll find Todd out on the golf course, fishing and camping. Key Areas of Expertise Todd applies his knowledge of sporting injuries to his everyday practice and has a comprehensive understanding of complex musculoskeletal dysfunctions, sports injuries, chronic pain management, pregnancy/postnatal support, and neurological conditions.