“We work together to understand and improve your symptoms”.
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Elizabeth Frame
Pelvic Health Physiotherapist
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Helen Fernandez
Pelvic Health and MSK physiotherapist
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Daina Lazdins
Pelvic Health and MSK physiotherapist
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Joanne Bullock-Saxton
Pelvic Health and Pain Physiotherapist
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Regine Beck
Patient Advocate
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Emilia Law
Patient Advocate
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Abbey Porter
Patient Advocate
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Larissa Byrne
Patient Advocate and Health Promotion
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Alexandra Diggles
Pelvic Health Physiotherapist
Alexandra Diggles
B. Phty (Hons.), Grad. Dip (Clinical Rehab), M. Public Health.
Certificate in Prolapse Management (UniSA)
Fellow of the Australian College of Physiotherapy.
Specialist in Women’s, men’s and pelvic health physiotherapy (awarded 2023).
APA titled pain physiotherapist.
Associate Lecturer at University of QLD
Board director of Pelvic Pain Foundation Australia.
I am incredibly passionate about improving the quality of life of those I get to work with. I treat all facets of pelvic health including the management of adult, adolescent and paediatric bladder and bowel disorders, prolapse, pelvic pain and to support women during pregnancy and beyond. I have a particular interest in managing pain conditions.
I am available for face-to-face or online consultations.
I am humbled to be able to work in this area and also balance my passion for pelvic health with raising a family. I also understand (I get it!), that often we have competing needs, I work with you to target your goals so they can be achieved.
When I am not working, I enjoy being active with my family, cooking or being in the garden.
Elizabeth Frame
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (First class honors), University of QLD.
Each day, I am excited to work in the area of pelvic health. Over many years I have undertaken further post-graduate training in the field of pelvic health and pregnancy care. I started my career in a busy private practice developing a range of skills across all conditions and have had further experience working in hospitals, private practice and teaching Pilates.
I enjoy working with my patients in treating a range of conditions such as bladder and bowel disorders, pregnancy and post-birth care, pelvic pain, prolapse, gynaecological and breast surgery rehabilitation. My experience and skill in Pilates enable me to integrate exercise into treatment to achieve the health and fitness goals of my patients for all conditions and following surgery, injury or childbirth.
I am truly passionate about pelvic health and I enjoy listening to pelvic health podcasts, reading books, and keeping up to date with new research in this field; basically anything women’s or pelvic health related!
Joanne Bullock-Saxton
B. Phty (Hons.), The University of QLD
M. Phty (Manip)
PhD (Physio)
APA musculoskeletal physiotherapist.
Member of the Australian College of Physiotherapy
Dr Joanne Bullock-Saxton is a senior musculoskeletal physiotherapist with a long standing passion and interest in Women’s Health. Joanne has a special interest in managing pelvic pain in women of all ages, as well as skills in incontinence and prolapse management. She takes a holistic approach to managing pain with excellence in the complexities of pelvic pain and migraine.
She is an accomplished manual therapist with an interest in muscle function, pain, posture and therapeutic exercise. Working in the field of physiotherapy for over 38 years, Joanne has contributed widely to the health of women, focussing on empowering them to manage pain, improve function and quality of life.
Joanne has numerous peer reviewed women’s health publications as well as being invited to edit and contribute to Womens’ Health: A Textbook for Physiotherapists, a text that has been among the most widely referred to by the profession since publication.
Joanne is an avid artist and sculptor.
Helen Fernandez
B. Exercise Physiology, The University of QLD
M. Phty
APA musculoskeletal physiotherapist.
My journey to pelvic health Physiotherapy stems from working as a musculoskeletal physiotherapist within a large multidisciplinary team at a private practice over the course of the last 10 years. From the get-go, it was clear just how common women’s health complaints were within the picture of my musculoskeletal and pilates patients. This sparked my interest in this area and was furthered by the arrival of my two daughters in 2020 and 2023 through personal experience as a patient myself.
I’ve since gone on to complete further education and training in bladder, bowel and pelvic health and decided to make the shift to working exclusively in this area. I’m very passionate about this area of Physiotherapy.
I graduated from UQ in 2009 with a degree in Exercise Physiology. I then went on to complete my Master’s of Physiotherapy Studies in 2013 and have spent the past decade working in private practice.
In my personal life, I am kept very busy as a mum to two special little girls. I also love going to the gym, running and cooking.
Daina Lazdins
B. Biomedical Science
M. Phty
Grad. Cert. Pelvic Health
Since graduating from UniSA in 2007 with a Master of Physiotherapy, I have gained experience in both public and private sectors and have completed advanced training in all aspects of pelvic floor physiotherapy.
I love educating and empowering people struggling with pelvic health concerns, to achieve their best possible health at any life stage. I work in partnership with patients to find their personalized path to recovery, honouring the whole person and their goals.
My special interests include supporting women throughout pregnancy and beyond birth, incontinence, pelvic pain and sexual dysfunction, support throughout breast cancer, and management of prolapse including pessary fittings.
I strive to maintain a health balanced lifestyle and enjoy keeping fit with weight training, running, yoga, bushwalking and paddleboarding. I love spending time with my family and 3 sons.
Our Patient Advocate Team
Larissa Byrne
B. Health Science (Health Promotion)
B. Landscape Architecture
I am a resilient, forward-thinking and passionate Health Science graduate with proven skills in consultation, collaboration and communication. I have a background offering strong, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, research capabilities for the planning and implementing of projects, and a high level of ethics and professionalism suitable to meet the needs of Pelviology.
I have significant experience working within the health sector as well as experience in support and advocacy in my previous roles with QEndo and Endometriosis Australia. I am currently a consumer voice for research funding applications.
Emilia Law
B. Nursing (Current)
On my first clinical nursing placement, I saw how a person reacts to a caring, smiling face and I strive to do this for everyone in my daily life. I thrive by helping others and using my passion for organisation, I colour code my own wardrobe! I love talking with people and work to provide a little bit of happiness in every day.
I am studying nursing and hope to continue onto midwifery.
Abbey Porter
B. Biomedical Science
B. Medicine and Surgery (current)
I believe exceptional patient care begins when you walk into the waiting room, so I am passionate about creating a warm and welcoming experience for every patient. As a patient advocate, I lead with empathy and compassion, ensuring individuals feel supported. I look forward to patient interactions every day and hope to bring smiles to faces whilst delivering high-quality care.
With a background in Biomedical Science and as a current Doctor of Medicine candidate, I have a strong foundation of knowledge to help me understand and address patient needs. Helping others brings me immense joy, and I am committed to ensuring our patients feel heard, respected, and empowered at every step of their pelvic health journey.
I am excited to continue advancing my skills as a patient advocate throughout my studies to foster my development as a compassionate and patient-focused advocate and future doctor.
Regine Beck
B. Special Education, University of Hamburg
I am excited to be a Patient Advocate at Pelviology! With over 13 years of experience as a health care receptionist, my focus has always been on understanding and meeting the needs of patients and delivering support and service.
I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education, which has given me valuable perspectives and experience in working with people with diverse needs. This background has shaped my approach to handle every situation with kindness, empathy and professionalism.
I am passionate about customer service and committed to ensuring that my interactions with you, our patient, are positive and productive. My goal is to be a reliable resource for you and to make your experience as welcoming and comfortable as possible. I am here to help and I am looking forward to it!
