Our Staff
Craig Christie
Practice Owner and Principal Physiotherapist
Craig has been the owner of City South Physiotherapy since 1995 and has worked in the practice since 1991, following his graduation as a physiotherapist from La Trobe University in 1990. Craig is currently a senior clinical physiotherapist at Carlton Football Club in the AFL where he has provided physiotherapy services since 2006. He was previously physiotherapist and head of medical services at Port Melbourne Football Club in VFL from 1991-2006 and physiotherapist for VFL state team from 2000-2006.
Craig endeavours to find the fastest pathway to recovery for his patients and enjoys helping them with their return to sport, normal daily activities or work. He is experienced with post surgical rehabilitation and treatment of sporting and spinal injuries. His clinical interest areas are in sporting injuries and rehabilitation, lower limb biomechanics and back or neck pain. He uses Real Time Ultrasound Imaging (RTUI) for assessment and treatment of lumbo-pelvic disorders and dry needling when indicated.
Qualifications/ Professional memberships:
- Bachelor of Applied Science in Physiotherapy, La Trobe University (1990)
- Bachelor of Science, Monash University (1987)
- Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA)
- AFL Physiotherapists Association (AFLPA)
- Sports Physiotherapy Association (SPA)
Christine Tuddenham
Senior Physiotherapist and Practice Manager
Christine graduated as a physiotherapist from La Trobe University in 1990 and worked at Monash Medical Centre in 1991, before moving to a private practice where she stayed from 1992-1999. She joined City South Physiotherapy in 1999 and has continued to gain valuable experience in private practice. Christine makes every effort to assist patients with their recovery and her professional interests are back and neck pain, Clinical Pilates and aged care.
Christine also has an administrative role within the practice and helps to oversee the organisational side of the business whilst managing the ongoing needs of staff and clients.
Qualifications/ Professional memberships:
- Bachelor of Applied Science in Physiotherapy, La Trobe University (1990)
- Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA)
- Clinical Pilates Levels 1-2
Anthony Sheridan
Physiotherapist
Anthony graduated in United Kingdom with a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy from University of Teesside, in May 2007 and a Post Graduate Certificate in Sports Physiotherapy from University of Bradford, in 2008. In United Kingdom, he worked at NHS Surry PCT, Ashford Hospital and Derby Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust from 2008-2010. Anthony commenced work in private practice in Melbourne in 2011, following his relocation to Australia from Ireland, and joined City South Physiotherapy in 2012.
Anthony has provided physiotherapy services to various sporting teams including Aughavas Gaelic Football Club, Rugby Football Union Women (RFUW), Derby Rugby Club, Wolf Tones Gaelic Football, Victorian Gaelic Football and commenced at Port Melbourne Football Club in VFL in 2011. He has a special clinical interest in sports rehabilitation, lower limb overuse injuries, back and neck pain and dry needling. He aims to help patients return to their pre-injury level of activity as soon as possible.
Qualifications/Professional Memberships:
- Bachelor Science in Physiotherapy, University of Teesside (2007)
- Post Graduate Certificate in Sports Physiotherapy, University of Bradford (2008)
- Clinical Pilates Level 1-2
Jackie Marshall
Physiotherapist
Jackie commenced working at City South Physiotherapy following her graduation with Bachelor of Physiotherapy from La Trobe University in 2008. Jackie has completed DMA Clinical Pilates training to assist with rehabilitation exercise programs and muscle retraining.
Jackie has provided physiotherapy services at Port Melbourne Football Club since 2008 where she has gained valuable clinical experience in the treatment of sporting injuries. Her special interests are Clinical Pilates, dry needling, back pain, muscle and knee joint injuries.
Qualifications/ Professional memberships:
- Bachelor of Physiotherapy, La Trobe University (2008)
- Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA).
- Sports Physiotherapy Association (SPA)
- Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Association (MUSC)
- Clinical Pilates Level 1-3
Sue Mar
Receptionist
Sue has worked as receptionist at City South Physiotherapy since 2008. She works closely with the physiotherapists and helps them provide the best possible care at our practice.
Sue will assist you with initial enquiries, booking appointments and other administrative duties. Sue is an important member of the team at City South Physiotherapy and is available to help you at anytime.
