Registered Hand Therapist and Occupational Therapist
Lauren joined the Handworks team in 2020 went on to qualify as a hand therapist in 2021. Prior to this she worked at Middlemore Hospital working her way to becoming a Senior Occupational Therapist within the Burns, Plastics and Paediatrics team. She developed extensive knowledge in managing hand burns, scar assessment and scar management. Lauren has completed a postgraduate Certificate in Rehabilitation at the University of Otago. She is a highly competent hand therapist who can also communicate in Mandarin.
In her spare time, Lauren is a busy mum who also enjoys oil painting and spending time with her family and friends.
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Jackie joined the Handworks team in 2023. She graduated from AUT with a Bachelor of Health Science- Physiotherapy and has gone on to complete her Post Graduate Certificate in Rehabilitation (Hand and Upper Limb Therapy), whilst also working towards her full registration as a Hand Therapist. Prior to joining Handworks, she worked as a Physiotherapist in a range of different environments including musculoskeletal private practice, rest homes, and community neurological rehabilitation. She has also spent time working in special education units, seeing children with a range of complex conditions including Autism, Down Syndrome, brain injuries and learning difficulties. . Outside of work she enjoys the outdoors, spending time with friends and family, going to the gym and sewing. View details »
Mahesh is a highly qualified and dedicated Physiotherapist and Associate Hand Therapist offering a wealth of knowledge and experience. Mahesh strongly believes in self empowerment and education so clients have a full understanding of their injuries during each stage of their rehabilitation process. He has a distinctive interest in chronic pain, exercise based rehabilitation and biomechanics. Mahesh also has a solid background in sports. He has worked with a number of sports teams including: Toa Samoa U16s Rugby League, Eden Rugby Premier Women, Eden Rugby U20s, Marist Rugby U21s and Grand Masters Netball Premier Women. Mahesh is also currently working towards a Masters degree in the field. On a more personal level, Mahesh has a keen interest in hiking, cricket and martial arts View details »