Special Interests
Raphael brings six years of physiotherapy experience from his tenure at a Federal University Teaching Hospital in Nigeria, enhancing his clinical, research, and teaching skills. He's also contributed as a lecturer and researcher, notably at the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg. Raphael specialises in exercise rehabilitation, focusing on muscle strengthening, sports injury treatment, and pain relief therapy.
Education and experience
Bachelor of Physiotherapy, Instituts Supérieur des Professions Infermières Et Techniques De Santé Master of Science in Physiotherapy, University of the Witwatersrand Johannesburg
Hobbies
Traveling, meeting new people and cultures, promoting wellbeing, and living the best at each moment.
Favourite Quote
‘’Life isn’t about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself’’ - George Bernard Shaw
Meet the Mount Isa team
About Us
We are a team of leading allied health experts offering a range of services. Our group of health practitioners are chosen for their inclusive, multi-disciplinary approach to healthcare to ensure all of our clients’ needs are met at an exceptional level.
Our Physios service Mount Isa including the surrounding suburbs – Happy Valley, Parkside, Townview, Pioneer, Winston, Soliders Hill, Miles End, Lanksey and more.
Please read our COVID-19 guidelines before attending an appointment.
We thank you for your cooperation and support.
Meet the team
Lydia Sheehan
Occupational Therapist
Raphael Christopher
Physiotherapist
Palesa Sithole
Physiotherapist
Regine Baldomar
Physiotherapist
Saibu Oluwakemi
Physiotherapist
Telisha Crisp
Practice Manager
Tracey Wehlow
Admin
Tiana Traby
Admin
Meet the Mount Isa team
FAQs
At your first appointment you can expect a thorough examination from our expert physio, they will ask you a number of questions regarding your condition as well as conduct a physical evaluation in order to determine the best course of treatment for you. After this, the remainder of the session will be dedicated to providing the most appropriate treatment and therapy for your condition.
Upon evaluation, our physio will provide you with an in-depth treatment plan that details the exact steps necessary for your recovery and an approximate timeframe.
Plentiful on-site parking is available at our Mount Isa clinic.
Yes. All our therapists are AHPRA registered and invest their time to complete post-graduate education yearly to further strengthen their education and knowledge.
Yes, you can. All our clinics are equipped with on-the-spot Hicaps payment and claims processing.
All Health First Group physiotherapists are registered NDIS providers, meaning they are able to treat self-managed, agency (NDIA) managed and plan-managed NDIS participants.
No, a doctor’s referral is not necessary.
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