Principal Physiotherapist
Physiotherapy Acupuncturist
Pelvic Health Physiotherapist

Derek graduated from his physiotherapy degree at AUT University in 2000. Following his interests in acupuncture he completed a further two years of study to become a Registered Physiotherapy Acupuncturist and is the immediate Past-President of the Physiotherapy Acupuncture Association of New Zealand. Derek was a lecturer on the Post Graduate Certificate in Western Acupuncture at AUT University, and continues to teach through PAANZ.

Derek has worked in Private practices in Hamilton, Sydney and since 2005 in East Auckland, where he is also a Principal Physiotherapist at Pakuranga Physiotherapy and Marina Physio. Derek uses his skills in mobilisation, manipulation, acupuncture and exercise prescription to help clients return to pre-injury health and improve function.

Derek is a Pelvic Health Physiotherapist and has post-graduate qualifications in Pregnancy and Medical Gynaecology. He can treat incontinence and pelvic pain as well as other pelvic health conditions. Derek is a member of NZ Women’s, Men’s & Pelvic Health Physiotherapy Group, Continence NZ, the International Urogynaecology Association and the International Continence Society.

Derek is certified with the Titleist Performance Institute as a Golf Fitness Instructor to help golfers reduce injury risk and improve their swing.

Outside of work, Derek enjoys watersports, spending time with his family and playing guitar and mandolin.

Principal Physiotherapist
Physiotherapy Acupuncturist
Pelvic Health Physiotherapist

Jo graduated from Otago School of Physiotherapy in 1989. She has worked in private practices both within and outside NZ as well as owning her own private practice in Northland.

Jo began working for Pakuranga Physiotherapy in 2000 and is now one of the Principal Physiotherapists there.

With 20 + years of experience, Jo treats a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions with special interests in acupuncture, chronic pain and dance injuries. She is also a Pelvic Health Physiotherapist specialising in the treatment of incontinence and pelvic pain. She is a member of NZ Women’s, Men’s & Pelvic Health Physiotherapy Group, Women’s Health Training Associates (Australia) and Continence NZ.

Outside work hours Jo enjoys spending time with her family, travel, cooking and jogging.

Physiotherapist

Natalie graduated with a Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy) from Auckland University of Technology. She enjoys working with a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, supporting patients of all activity levels to recover and get back to doing what they love.

Alongside her clinic work, Natalie has worked across a range of sports, particularly with New Zealand Lacrosse and premier rugby league teams. She has been involved in international campaigns at World Cup level, providing sideline support, injury management, and rehabilitation in high-performance environments.

Natalie is passionate about helping patients achieve long-term outcomes – whether that means returning to sport or everyday activity.

Outside of the clinic, she enjoys staying active and getting outdoors when she can.

Physiotherapist

George completed his Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy) through AUT. George is passionate about a variety of sports, working with the Pakuranga Jaguars rugby league team and previously with rugby union teams. He has experience in working with musculoskeletal conditions including sports injuries, overuse injuries and post-operative patients. George has a personal interest in strength training and exercise prescription to help patients achieve their goals.
Outside of work, George enjoys spending time at the gym, fishing and with friends and family.

Receptionist

Carolyn lives locally in Northpark, having previously lived in Bucklands Beach. She has been a patient of the Pakuranga clinic over many years and now enjoys being on the other side of the desk, providing efficient and friendly service to our patients.

Outside of work Carolyn enjoys all sport, playing tennis and supporting family in their sporting endeavors.

Receptionist

Kerry is a vibrant, friendly face who welcomes you when you visit Pakuranga Physiotherapy. She has been working with us since 2003 and has been a very helpful and valued employee.

She originally lived in Howick but has recently moved out to a lifestyle block in Bombay where she is designing a garden out of a paddock. Her main interests are interior design, organic gardening, chalk painting of furniture, entertaining, latin american dancing and line dancing.

Receptionist

Naomi brings over a decade of experience in customer service, with a particular interest in design and fashion. Naomi now enjoys being part of a team working to support the health and wellbeing of our patients in Pakuranga.

Naomi is a local mum with two young children keeping her busy. Naomi’s interests include reading, films, music, design, and outdoor adventures with her family.

Receptionist

Wendy brings 40 years of experience in secretarial and customer service. Wendy lives in Beachlands and works in both our Pakuranga practice and the Beachlands practice.

Wendy has 14 grandchildren so someone always needs babysitting on weekends!

Receptionist

Alyssa lives locally in Pakuranga and occasionally also works at the Marina clinic. Alyssa enjoys getting to know our patients and creating a comfortable environment for them.

Outside of work Alyssa enjoys going for walks with her puppy, playing guitar, and watching films.

Receptionist

Vanessa has a background includes a wide variety of administration and customer services roles across the banking, motor industry and other sectors including call center work. I have previously worked in public relations, advertising, marketing management and accounting fields. Working to my strengths means I now prefer Reception work -I love the people contact, using my communication skills and finding solutions.
I currently work a regular shift at our Pakuranga clinic, but I also do some casual cover for our Marina and Beachlands Physio clinics when needed.
I have been living in East Auckland with my partner for over 15 years and we have 3 adult children, one of whom works as a Physio at the Beachlands Physio Clinic.
My interests include health, travel, art, reading and gardening and recently I joined Friends of the Botanical Gardens for access to their Art Group– a great pairing of two of my interests. My love of travel and improving my fitness are both essential for enjoying tramping through the amazing flora and fauna of NZ.