Meet the others
Kate Mcdermid - Physiotherapist
Where do you come from/ where did you grow up?
Victoria: Born in Melbourne raised in Albury-Wodonga
What were your interests growing up?
Netball, Basketball, Snowboarding, AFL
What got you into the health industry?
Plenty of sporting injuries as a junior
How would you define optimal health and lifestyle/what is your philosophy?
Finding out what works for you and your body – you know it better than anyone else
What do you try to achieve with your clients/patients?
Goal orientated treatment as well as realistic time-frames to achieve these goals. Additionally, strategies to reduce risk of re-injury and ensure optimal function in the long-term
What do you specialise in/ Focus on?
Musculoskeletal problems especially overuse type injuries.
Qualifications/Education:
Bachelor of Physiotherapy, University of Sydney
Industry Association Member:
Member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association, Sports Physiotherapy Member
What makes you an expert?
I really enjoy professional development both within Physiotherapy and in other areas of health and wellbeing. I aim to learn something new every day and apply it to my clinical practice.
What are your interests now/ are you married/ do you have children?
I’ve just come back from an extended holiday an so I’m planning my next trip!
What are your proudest achievements/career highlights?
Travelling with the Australian School Netball Team - being in integral part of an elite team was incredibly rewarding
Anything else that may be good to share with the world?
What doesn’t kill you only makes you a better story-teller
