Our Team

	Kathy Molluso Principal Physiotherapist - Gold Coast Sports and Spinal Kathy is a highly experienced physiotherapist with a passion for improving the health and well-being of individuals across diverse settings. With a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from the University of South Australia, Kathy has dedicated her career to serving communities and enhancing healthcare outcomes. With over 20 years of clinical experience in both hospital and community settings, Kathy has honed her skills in a wide range of specialties, including rehabilitation, stroke management, orthopaedics, chronic disease management, falls prevention, and aged care. Her expertise extends to clinical Pilates, manual therapy, hydrotherapy, sports injuries, dry needling, among others. Throughout her career, Kathy has demonstrated exceptional leadership, serving in senior management roles for seven years. She has successfully initiated and implemented programs, managed contracts, and led projects with a focus on quality improvement and financial management. Kathy’s dedication to professional development is evident through her extensive list of certifications and achievements. She holds registration as a physiotherapist since 2002 and continues to pursue further education, including a Diploma of Business and Management and specialized courses in clinical Pilates, gerontology, dementia care, and manual therapy. She is currently training in the Watson methodology for headache treatment and management. As the Principal Physiotherapist at Gold Coast and Sports Physiotherapy and Headache Clinic, Kathy has a passion for creating a safe and caring environment for all our clients and empowering our physiotherapy team with specialised skills (both clinical and personal) in providing excellent care to all our clients. Kathy believes in personalised treatments to each one of her clients and teaches this to her team. She provides comprehensive care to clients of all ages in the community of Gold Coast. Although new to the Gold Coast, she has a passion for being involved in the community. Her responsibilities include clinical assessment, treatment planning, falls prevention, chronic pain management, manual therapy and management for clients with dementia and neurological conditions. Prior to her current position, Kathy held various roles both in private practice and the public sectors, including program manager with the South Australian Health Department, where she managed chronic disease and falls prevention programs, provided clinical supervision, and engaged in stakeholder management and strategic representation. Outside of her clinical work, Kathy is actively involved in professional associations and community initiatives. She has authored training programs, presented at conferences, and contributed to falls prevention and chronic disease management efforts in South Australia. With a commitment to excellence, Kathy continues to make significant contributions to the field of physiotherapy, positively impacting the lives of individuals and communities she serves.
	Carol Falconi Kriebel Senior Physiotherapist - Gold Coast Sports and Spinal Carol graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy in 2015 and following her graduation she completed her specialisation in orthopedics and traumatology in 2018. She has spent her careers working in a variety of settings mainly in private practice and. She was involved in the physiotherapy team at the Brazilian Air Force Hospital and was also the Head of Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal physio at a prestigious private hospital in Sao Paulo. Carol has extensive experience in all areas of musculoskeletal physiotherapy in private practice and has treated many professional and amateur athletes in a variety of sports. In the last three years before moving to Australia Carol was running a successful musculoskeletal private practice providing high quality services to patients of all ages and backgrounds. She has a passion for helping people achieve their goals in a holistic manner. Carol in continually improving her professional skills and has completed post graduate courses in manual therapy, dry needling, running analysis and chronic pain management. Carol is a preferred provider for Medibank Private, BUPA and NIB. In her spare time Carol likes camping, exploring new places and spending time with her dog at the beach.
	Abby Menzies Senior Physiotherapist - Gold Coast Sports and Spinal Abby recently joined the Gold Coast Sports & Spinal Physio team in 2024. Originally from Canada, she earned her Bachelor of Kinesiology and Masters of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Alberta. Since graduating, Abby has worked exclusively in private practice settings. In Canada she acquired certifications in biomedical dry needling, including training for areas such as the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine, temporomandibular region, hands, feet and other various parts of the body. Additionally, she obtained certifications in cervical and thoracic spine manipulation and has undergone additional comprehensive manual therapy training. Abby has also pursued various forms of education in powerlifting and strength training. In her career Abby has worked with a diverse range of patients including professional hockey players, elite athletes, weekend warriors and the general population. Additionally at the University of Alberta she assisted in training students in manual therapy techniques. Abby's treatment style involves a holistic evaluation and assessment, ensuring personalised care for each patient. She employs a hands-on approach utilising techniques such as joint mobilisations and/or manipulations, dry needling, soft tissue release and exercise prescription. She enjoys addressing various issues including neck and back pain, tendinopathies and acute or longstanding injuries. Her expertise in biomechanics and strength training enhances her ability to support athletes and individuals aiming for peak performance. Abby is a preferred provider for Medibank Private, BUPA, NIB and participates in the HCF 'more for muscles' program. In her spare time, Abby maintains an active lifestyle often found at the gym, hiking trails or enjoying a good book on the beach. Her dedication to personal wellness reflects her commitment to empowering her patients to achieve optimal health and functionality.
	Marcia Orellana Senior Physiotherapist - Gold Coast Sports and Spinal With over 20 years of diverse experience working in both hospital and private practice settings, Marcia Orellana is a highly skilled and passionate physiotherapist. Specializing in Sports Physiotherapy, she honed her expertise in Spain and earned a Master's degree in Temporomandibular Joint Disorders (TMJ) from Chile. Marcia is known for a holistic approach to health and wellness, combining advanced manual therapy techniques with a passion for promoting a healthy, active lifestyle. As a hands-on therapist, she integrates soft tissue management, trigger point therapy, dry needling, joint mobilization, exercise rehabilitation, motor control, education and injury prevention into personalized treatment plans tailored to the unique needs of each patient. Certified as a Soft Tissue Therapist from the prestigious Massage School of Queensland, she has also been part of the Australian Athletics Team, working with elite athletes to optimize performance and recovery. Fluent in both Spanish and English, Marcia is dedicated to helping patients achieve optimal physical health and performance, using evidence-based techniques and personalized treatment plans tailored to each individual’s needs. One of her dreams is create a significant impact in the physiotherapy community, supporting patients in their journey toward improved function, pain relief, and overall well-being.
	Devon Edmunds Physiotherapist - Gold Coast Sports and Spinal Devon joined Gold Coast Sports & Spinal Physio in 2023 having relocated from Canada in 2019. He completed his undergraduate at the University of Alberta before attending The University of Queensland for his Master’s in Physiotherapy Studies. Since graduating he has worked exclusively in private practice and has attained certification as an ASCA Level 1 Strength & Conditioning coach. He has also completed additional training in the assessment and treatment of dizzy patients (Vertigo). While Devon has a vast experience with a wide variety of conditions, he has a special interest in low back pain, neck pain and sports injuries. Devon’s approach combines hands on therapy, soft tissue massage, therapeutic dry needling and exercise for long term rehabilitation tailored to each patient. Devon is a preferred provider for Medibank Private, BUPA, NIB and participates in the HCF 'More for Muscles' program. During his downtime Devon enjoys competing in strongman, playing rugby league and getting away camping.
	Hollie Morse Remedial Massage Therapist - Gold Coast Sports and Spinal Hollie joined Gold Coast Sports & Spinal Physio in 2022 with over 10 years experience as a Remedial and Sports Therapist. She has worked with a wide variety of clients over the years from professional athletes in Rugby League, Swimming, Triathlon, Cyclist, Marathons, Soccer, Touch Football, AFL as well as the local weekend warrior. Hollie also is passionate about teaching young aspiring athletes the importance of learning health maintenance and how to prevent injuries, teaching young kids how to perform at their best level whilst implementing stretching techniques and also enhancing their performance through massage. Hollie is also skilled in lymphatic drainage, pregnancy and hot stone massage in addition to therapeutic, remedial and sports massage. Hollie loves a challenge, enjoys meeting and connecting with new people and is free spirited and passionate about helping her clients achieve pain free mobility and fantastic health. A few philosophies Hollie lives by are; no pain no gain (within reason!), live today like it is your last and treat your body with respect and love yourself first.
	Anna Rollo Remedial Massage / Myotherapist - Gold Coast Sports and Spinal Anna, a distinguished graduate with a Diploma of Remedial Massage (2009) and a Cert IV in Fitness (2010), brings 15 years of experience from multidisciplinary clinics in Sydney and the Gold Coast. Recently, she earned an Advanced Diploma in Myotherapy and is eager to incorporate new techniques into her practice. Anna is passionate about craniosacral therapy, having completed Upledger CST Levels 1 and 2, and integrates this with manual treatments for issues such as headaches, migraines, and TMJ dysfunctions. Her comprehensive approach includes detailed assessments and techniques like dry needling, soft tissue release, MET, cupping, joint mobilisations, and corrective exercises. Anna is dedicated to addressing each patient’s needs, with a focus on prevention and self-care. She continually pursues further education in clinical myotherapy and Pilates. Outside of work, Anna, a mother of two with a European background, enjoys exploring nature, discovering new cuisines, and spending quality time with her family. She is enthusiastic and caring, finding balance through activities like walking, cycling, yoga, Pilates, and basketball.
	Valeria Pacheco Escobar Yoga & Meditation - Gold Coast Sports and Spinal At Gold Coast Sports and Spinal Physiotherapy, we are proud to feature Valeria, a highly skilled yoga and meditation instructor certified by the Kundalini Research Institute. Since embarking on her yoga journey in 2015, Valeria has been dedicated to guiding individuals toward inner wellness, peace, and self-awareness. Her classes are thoughtfully designed to be accessible to everyone, with a focus on integrating movement, breath, and meditation. Through her practice, Valeria helps participants achieve a harmonious connection between body, mind, and soul, offering a range of benefits with each session.
	Jane Receptionist - Gold Coast Sports and Spinal Jane joined Gold Coast Sports & Spinal Physio in 2022 and is responsible for client services.
	Nicky Receptionist - Gold Coast Sports and Spinal Nicky joined Gold Coast Sports & Spinal Physio in 2022 and is responsible for client services.