Since qualifying as a physiotherapist in 1985, Sue's career has led her to work in the UK and abroad, both in the NHS and the independent sector. She has predominantly worked in teaching hospitals, which has given her the opportunity to develop her own knowledge and that of others. In 1996, Sue obtained her membership in the Musculoskeletal Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (MACP). Sue's postgraduate studies, clinical experience, and passion for evidence-based practice motivated her to join the physiotherapy team at Bournemouth Nuffield in 2022 as a Clinical Lead Physiotherapist.

Clinically, Sue has worked in sports rehabilitation at both amateur and professional levels and has gained experience in assessing and treating various neuromusculoskeletal disorders. Working in a variety of hospitals has enabled Sue to have up-to-date knowledge of pre- and post-operative rehabilitation. Sue has developed an interest in assessing and treating paediatrics, particularly sporting adolescent and post-operative rehabilitation.

Caroline qualified as a Physiotherapist at Kings College London in 1986. She has a broad range of experience working in Acute Hospitals, Community outpatient clinics and GP Practices. Caroline worked as a physiotherapist in London until 2000, then spent three years lecturing in Physiotherapy at the University of East London. At this time, she also earned a master's degree in pain management. Caroline then started a family and moved to Gloucestershire, where she worked as a clinical physiotherapist, as Team Lead for NHS Musculoskeletal Community Outpatient Physiotherapy Services, and subsequently as Clinical Lead for Musculoskeletal Advanced Practitioner Services. Caroline joined the Nuffield Hospital in Bournemouth in 2021 after moving to Dorset. Her key areas of specialism are the management of spinal pain and long-term painful musculoskeletal conditions.

• Grad Dip Physiotherapy
• MMACP
• MSc Pain Management
• PCI and EQA Accredited Foundation Health and Wellbeing Coach

Celine graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy in 1992 from University College Dublin and has gained experience working in Ireland, the UK and Australia. Celine worked in the NHS for over 16 years before moving to the Private sector in 2010. She has a wealth of experience in treating a wide variety of musculoskeletal conditions and has a particular interest in treating hand and wrist problems. Celine worked in the Oxford University Hospitals with both the Plastic Surgery and Orthopaedic teams for over ten years as a Specialist Hand Therapist, leading and developing the Hand Therapy service and gaining experience in assessing and treating complex hand and wrist conditions. Her specialist skills include splinting, wound care and acupuncture. She sees patients with upper limb conditions, including patients with arthritis, acute trauma, sports injuries, wrist and hand pain and a variety of post-operative hand conditions. She works closely with the hand surgeons at Bournemouth Nuffield Health to ensure the best outcome for patients receiving treatment here. She is a member of the British Association of Hand Therapists and the Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists.

• Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Hons) Degree
• Postgraduate Certificate in Injection Therapy
• Hand Therapy - BAHT Level 1 and Level 2 qualifications
• Pilates - APPI trained

• British Association of Hand Therapists
• Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists

Tamsin graduated from the University of Southampton in 2003 with a BSc Hons in physiotherapy and then went on to do further postgraduate studies at Brighton university and graduated in 2011 with an MACP diploma in Neuromucsculoskeletal physiotherapy.

Tamsin first worked at the Royal Bournemouth hospital for two years and then has been at the Nuffield hospital Bournemouth for the last eleven years, predominantly as an outpatient physiotherapist.

Main area of interest: treatment of acute and chronic musculoskeletal problems and post operative rehabilitation.

• BSc Hons Physiotherapy
• AACP approved acupuncture foundation course
• Post graduate diploma MACP NMS Physiotherapy

Graduating from Robert Gordon University Aberdeen with an MSc in Physiotherapy – Claire worked in several clinical areas across London before specialising in Pelvic Health. She joined Nuffield Health in 2022, prior to this she was a Clinical Specialist in Women's Health in the NHS.

Claire’s particular area of clinical expertise lies in treating pelvic floor muscle dysfunction in women of all ages, including symptoms of vaginal prolapse, bladder and bowel weakness. She also specialises in treating pregnancy related back/pelvic pain and postnatal conditions.

Claire is passionate about making a difference to people’s lives by restoring their pelvic health and helping them return to a full, active lifestyle. Sessions are provided in a comfortable, relaxed environment, and with an individualised approach to your physiotherapy treatment and care.

Claire also performs a specialised post-natal assessment recommended for all women following delivery – this can be done from 6 weeks post-natal to many years later. This assessment focuses on the strength and function of the tummy and pelvic floor muscles to help prevent long-term childbirth-related complaints such as incontinence, low back pain and ‘mummy tummy’ and supports women to return to activity safely post-natal.

Graduating with a first class BSc in physiotherapy from Brunel university London, Jess began her career in a London’s major teaching hospitals- she soon specialised in Pelvic Health and was Team lead at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust in central London. She joined Nuffield Health in 2024.

Jess’ area of clinical expertise lies in treating pelvic floor muscle dysfunction in women of all ages, including symptoms of vaginal prolapse, bladder and bowel symptoms. She also specialises in treating pelvic pain, including sexual dysfunction and pregnancy-related back/pelvic pain and post-natal conditions, alongside the treatment of male bladder/bowel pelvic floor symptoms.

Jess is passionate about health education and committed to breaking the stigma of pelvic health issues. She strives to empathetically support her patients, providing personalised care that empowers them on their journey to better pelvic health. Sessions are provided in a comfortable, relaxed environment and with an individualised approach to your physiotherapy treatment and care.

Jess also performs a specialised post-natal assessment recommended for all people following birth – this can be done from 6 weeks post-natal to many years later. This assessment focuses on the strength and function of the tummy and pelvic floor muscles to help prevent long-term childbirth-related complaints such as incontinence, low back pain and ‘mummy tummy’ and supports women to return to activity safely post-natal.

Women's Health Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy at Bournemouth

• BSc Hons Physiotherapy

• Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
• Member of Health and Care Professions Council
• Member of Pelvic, Obstetric and Gynaecological Physiotherapy (POGP) Group

Natalie studied physiotherapy at Northumbria University in Newcastle and graduated in 2006. She started working in private practice across GP surgeries, clinics, gyms, and West London and Surrey sports teams. After many happy years in London, she moved to Dorset with her young family. Natalie began a private practice, treating various exciting patients with multiple injuries and conditions. In early 2023, once her youngest was settled at school, Natalie joined Nuffield Health in Bournemouth, working mainly with outpatients and as part of the inpatient team. Natalie enjoys Nuffield; her favourite elements are the fantastic team and the sense of achievement that comes from helping and supporting our patients to meet their goals. Natalie especially enjoys working with spines and developing patients' muscle recruitment and movement control to aid their recovery. She also really likes helping our joint replacement patients through their journey, as part of which Natalie runs the Pre-Operative Group at Nuffield. Natalie enjoys Pilates and long forest walks with our cocker spaniel, Luna.

Steph graduated from the University of the West of England in 2016 and has since worked across various clinical settings. She first started her physiotherapy career working at Southampton General Hospital, rotating around trauma and orthopaedics, MSK outpatients, and cardiothoracic and surgical wards.

During her time in the NHS, Steph quickly recognised her love for Musculoskeletal physio and decided to specialise in this. For the next 4 years, Steph went on to work in sports alongside the Southampton FC women's team, both on the pitch side and in the clinic, where she learnt, developed and advanced her sports-specific rehabilitation skills. Steph works part-time at Southampton FC with the boy's academy. Following Steph's time in sports, she has a passion for treating sporting injuries, MSK, and post-operative orthopaedic conditions in both paediatrics and adults.

Jess qualified from Bournemouth University with a first-class degree in Physiotherapy. She began her career with University Hospitals Dorset. Through the NHS and private practice, Jess gained experience in surgical rehabilitation, pelvic health, paediatrics, and the assessment and treatment of musculoskeletal and orthopaedic conditions. Her passion is to help people move freely, return to function and promote injury prevention to achieve individualised goals. Jess always aims to provide holistic advice to encourage quality and enjoyment. Jess joined Nuffield Health in 2023 to join a talented, enthusiastic team committed to providing well-thought-out care to their patients.