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The Absolute Health chiropractic and physiotherapy team, Sunshine Coast
Our Team · Mooloolaba & Nambour

Meet the Absolute Health team

Chiropractors, physiotherapists, vestibular physiotherapists and an exercise physiologist - working side by side across our Mooloolaba and Nambour clinics, so your care is coordinated rather than fragmented.

01 - Four chiropractors

Chiropractors

Hands-on, evidence-based chiropractic care for back pain, neck pain, sciatica, headaches and family wellness - with on-site digital X-ray at Mooloolaba.

MooloolabaMatthew Smith, Chiropractor at Absolute Health

Matthew Smith

Chiropractor · Co-founder
B.Sc, M.Chiro

Co-owner of Absolute Health with 18 years' experience. A Macquarie University graduate who practised across the UK and Europe before founding the clinic in 2011. Special interest in chronic and complex cases, headaches and migraines.

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Both clinicsSteele Anderson, Chiropractor at Absolute Health

Steele Anderson

Chiropractor
BHSc, BAppSc (Chiro)

A Sunshine Coast local who returned home after a five-year double degree at RMIT in Melbourne. Treats low back pain, neck pain, headaches and the whole family, using both manual and gentle low-force techniques.

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NambourJulie Hunter, Chiropractor at Absolute Health Nambour

Julie Hunter

Chiropractor
Doctor of Chiropractic, BA (Kinesiology) Hons

A Canadian-trained chiropractor (Doctor of Chiropractic, CMCC) with 15 years' experience and extensive postgraduate training. Special interest in pregnancy, paediatrics and chronic cases.

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NambourJenna Smith, Chiropractor at Absolute Health Nambour

Jenna Smith

Chiropractor
Dip.App.Sc, B.Chiro

A caring chiropractor with 15 years' experience and a special interest in family care, paediatrics and pregnancy. NZ College of Chiropractic graduate with postgraduate training in chiropractic paediatrics.

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02 - Six physiotherapists

Physiotherapists

Evidence-based physiotherapy for injuries, rehabilitation, chronic pain and sports recovery - including dry needling and a dedicated rehab studio at Mooloolaba.

Both clinicsGeoff Villacis, Physiotherapist and Exercise Physiologist at Absolute Health

Geoff Villacis TPI Certified

Physiotherapist · Vestibular · Exercise Physiologist
B.Physiotherapy, M.Exercise Physiology

One of the few practitioners in Australia dual-qualified as a Physiotherapist and Exercise Physiologist, and a trained Vestibular Physiotherapist treating balance disorders such as BPPV. Combines manual therapy with strength-based rehab; background spans elite sport.

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Both clinicsBen Clixby, Physiotherapist at Absolute Health

Ben Clixby

Physiotherapist
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Otago)

Otago-trained physiotherapist experienced in busy private practice. Treats everything from acute injuries to chronic persistent pain with hands-on manual therapy, tailored exercise and dry needling.

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NambourGemma Cannon-Reilly, Physiotherapist at Absolute Health Nambour

Gemma Cannon-Reilly

Physiotherapist
B.Physiotherapy (Honours)

Completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) at CQU in 2023. Experienced across musculoskeletal, neurological and age-related conditions, hydrotherapy and exercise prescription, with a warm, person-centred approach.

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Both clinicsZach Bastien, Physiotherapist and Vestibular Physiotherapist at Absolute Health

Zach Bastien

Physiotherapist · Vestibular
B.Sc, Master of Physiotherapy

Holds a master's-level physiotherapy degree from Brunel University, London. His experience ranges from professional soccer to post-stroke rehabilitation, plus vestibular physiotherapy for balance and dizziness.

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MooloolabaNicky Suckle, Physiotherapist and co-founder of Absolute Health

Nicky Suckle

Physiotherapist · Co-founder
BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy, M.Vet.Physiotherapy

Co-founder of Absolute Health and a hands-on musculoskeletal physiotherapist with 15 years' experience. Glasgow Caledonian graduate, qualified in Pilates and dry needling, with a background in sports injuries and occupational health.

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Both clinicsSofia Rizzo, Physiotherapist at Absolute Health

Sofia Rizzo

Physiotherapist
Bachelor of Physiotherapy

University of Buenos Aires graduate with six-plus years' experience across Argentina and Germany. Evidence-based care combining manual therapy and exercise; enjoys sports rehab and helping older adults stay active.

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03 - Vestibular specialists

Vestibular Physiotherapists

Specialist assessment and treatment for vertigo, dizziness, BPPV and balance problems - a service few Sunshine Coast clinics offer. Both also practise general physiotherapy, so you'll find their full profiles in the physiotherapy section above too.

Both clinicsGeoff Villacis, Vestibular Physiotherapist at Absolute Health

Geoff Villacis TPI Certified

Vestibular Physiotherapist
B.Physiotherapy, M.Exercise Physiology

A trained vestibular physiotherapist who assesses and treats balance disorders including BPPV, alongside his work as a physiotherapist and exercise physiologist.

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Both clinicsZach Bastien, Vestibular Physiotherapist at Absolute Health

Zach Bastien

Vestibular Physiotherapist
B.Sc, Master of Physiotherapy

Treats vertigo, dizziness and balance disorders as part of his physiotherapy practice, drawing on master's-level training and experience across community and clinic settings.

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04 - Exercise physiology

Exercise Physiologists

Strength-based, evidence-led exercise programmes for injury recovery, chronic conditions and performance.

Good to know: Geoff is one of the few practitioners in Australia dual-qualified as both a physiotherapist and an exercise physiologist - so you get joined-up rehab and strength programming from one practitioner.
Both clinicsGeoff Villacis, Exercise Physiologist at Absolute Health

Geoff Villacis TPI Certified

Exercise Physiologist · Physiotherapist
B.Physiotherapy, M.Exercise Physiology

Dual-qualified physiotherapist and exercise physiologist who builds strength and rehabilitation programmes for musculoskeletal injuries, chronic conditions and sport, backed by a background working with elite athletes.

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