Special Interests
Samantha has over 30 years of experience in a multitude of settings including hospital, community, private practice, government & non-government setting. Samantha has a special interest in dry needling, chronic pain & mental health and the use of yoga & Pilates for fitness & rehabilitation.
Education and experience
Bachelor of Physiotherapy, Masters of Counselling QLD University of Technology
Hobbies
Samantha enjoys staying active with activities like bike riding, yoga, and Pilates. When she's not on the move, she relaxes with hobbies like reading, Mahjong, foreign films, and stand-up paddleboarding.
Favourite Quote
“Just Do It.” - Nike
Meet the Maryborough 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 Maryborough including the surrounding suburbs – Granville, Baddow, Boonooroo Plains, Maryborough West, Walkers Point, Tinana, Grahams Creek.
Please read our COVID-19 guidelines before attending an appointment.
We thank you for your cooperation and support.
Meet the team
Don Kirk
Physiotherapist
Pauline Adeva
Physiotherapist
Khrisna Gonzales
Physiotherapist
Samantha Pledger
Physiotherapist
Oluebube Onyefuluchi
Physiotherapist
Binish Adeel
Physiotherapist
Aley O'Keeffe
Practice Manager
Aleisha Reynolds
Clinic Administrator
Naomi Bell
Meet the Maryborough 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 Maryborough 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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