Geelong Osteopathic and Healthcare Clinic welcomes diversity, including diversity of race, culture, spirituality, gender, identity, ability and sexuality. We seek to provide a safe and inclusive space for all people.
Geelong/Barwon Heads:5229 8021
Fax: 5229 8715
Email: gohcclinic@gmail.com
Osteopaths
Dr Janine Parker (Osteopath)
Janine graduated from the British School of Osteopathy (London) in 1981 & moved to Australia with husband & fellow Osteopath Kevin Sturges to work in Melbourne. Janine and Kevin opened Geelong Osteopathic & Healthcare Clinic in 1982. Previous positions include:- Federal & State Secretary of Osteopathy Australia, lecturer in Osteopathic Science (RMIT), member of the Student Admission Selection Committee (RMIT) and member of the Osteopathic Registration Board of Victoria. Janine enjoys treating patients of all ages & wide variety of conditions and enjoys the challenge of determining the optimum way of treating each individual patient. Janine uses both strong direct techniques, like manipulation & very gentle indirect techniques including cranial work, which is especially useful in babies. Janine worked alongside Stuart Korth, the founder of the Osteopathic Centre for Children in the UK, which was fundamental in developing her interest in the treatment of babies & young children. Having been involved in dance, especially ballet & theatre most of her life, she maintains a keen interest in the treatment and management of dance & sporting injuries. Outside of work, Janine enjoys keeping fit with Pilates, golf & taking adult ballet classes. She agrees with the expression “move it or lose it” & tries to keep herself & her patients doing just that.
Dr Freddie Pang (Osteopath)
Graduated from the B.S.O. (London) in 1982 & returned to his birthplace in Hong Kong for a few years where he opened his own practise in the city. Freddie came to Australia with his parents in 1987 & settled in Geelong, coming to work at Geelong Osteopathic & Healthcare Clinic. In Hong Kong, Freddie was Osteopath to the Hong Kong Ballet Company and the Hong Kong Sea Wasps Athletic Association and Soccer Club. In Australia, Freddie also worked as Clinic tutor on the B.AppSc. Osteopathic course at RMIT .
Freddie has many years of experience as an Osteopath in private practice & continues to treat using a variety of manual techniques. He enjoys treating a range of Musculo-skeletal conditions in adults of all ages.
Dr Jack Hamilton (Osteopath)
Jack graduated from Victoria University with a Bachelor of Science (Osteopathy)/Masterof Health Science (Osteopathy). Through Jack’s sporting background in basketball, football, tennis & running, he developed a fascination with human movement and was impressed with Osteopathy’s holistic approach to health & fitness. Whilst studying, Jack worked in remedial massage & was a sports trainer for the Melton Centrals Football Club. As well as treating sporting injuries, Jack also enjoys treating chronic conditions & neck &
low back pain. He combines comprehensive assessment, treatment & evidence- based exercise rehabilitation for a wide range of problems in patients of all ages. Jack believes in combining goal-focused care with shared decision making to help patients return to the activities they love. Outside the Clinic, Jack still enjoys keeping fit by running & playing sport. He enjoys watching AFL & spending time with his German Shepherd dog, Isla.
Dr. Eideann Lear (Osteopath)
Eideann graduated from Victoria University with a Bachelor of Science (Osteopathy)/Master of Health Science (Osteopathy). She has also undertaken further studies in dry needing technique. Eideann blends a personal passion for holistic health with a diverse professional background. Growing up she was involved in basketball and rowing, experiences that fostered her appreciation for physical activity and well-being. Eideann’s background in nursing/midwifery has shaped her interest in women’s health, although she also enjoys treating individuals of all ages and genders. With a focus on personalised care, Eideann incorporates a range of osteopathic techniques, exercise rehabilitation, and patient education into her practice. She is committed to tailoring individual treatment plans that cater to the specific goals of each patient. After swimming at an elite State level when younger, Eideann’s current fitness goal is to increase her swim training & get back to participating in the Pier to Pub race. She also enjoys spending time with her husband & young son.
Dr Taylor Harris (Osteopath)
Taylor graduated from RMIT University in 2018 with a double degree in Osteopathy. She has also undertaken further studies in dry needing technique. Taylor uses a wide range of manual therapy techniques including joint manipulation, soft tissue massage, dry needling also very gentle indirect techniques. She enjoys helping patients to manage their conditions at home including ergonomic management. Taylor prides herself on really listening and understanding patients’ needs and endeavours to provide the best treatment outcomes for them. Taylor treats all areas of the body and all kinds of injuries & general aches & pains. She has a keen interest however in neck and back pain, headaches/migraines, pre/post-natal problems and the treatment of babies and young children.
Taylor has currently returned from Maternity leave and although loving being a mum to her baby boy, is excited and looking forward to helping more patients on their journey to health.
Dr Craig Wallis (Osteopath)
Craig graduated from Victoria University in 2006 with a Bachelor of Science (Osteopathy)/Master of Health Science (Osteopathy). He completed his Masters degree through research, investigating the effect of manipulation on pain thresholds. Craig treats a variety of conditions with a particular interest in low back pain &headaches, & believes that educating people on how to prevent these common problems is very important. He enjoys treating a wide range of conditions in adults of all ages. Craig supports the Osteopathic philosophy that health is achieved by treating the cause of pain, not just the symptomatic area. He is very passionate about Osteopathy & its ability to support the body & natural healing process. His philosophy is “We’ll get you moving so it’s easier for you to keep it moving”. Craig can sometimes be spotted cycling into or away from the Clinic & enjoys cycling to keep fit. He also keeps fit by running around with his 2 young sons & being involved in their sporting activities.
Dr Sarah Sturges (Osteopath)- Currently on Maternity leave
Graduating from Victoria University with a Masters of Osteopathy, Sarah enjoys treating general aches and pains, pregnancy, babies and children. She loves the journey of treating a pregnant mum and continuing the care to the baby. Sarah enjoys using a combination of direct (firmer), indirect (gentle) techniques, dry needling and cupping to suit a wide variety of patients. After 19 years of dance involvement and rowing at a national level, Sarah has a special interest in all sportspeople. She has the mindset that movement is medicine and she is passionate about getting you moving in the best way possible to facilitate your healing. Sarah also teaches Osteopathy at Victoria University.
"The body was made to move"- Sarah Sturges
Administration
Michelle Lolait
Anna Dardagan
