I graduated as a physiotherapist in 2019 with a Bachelor’s degree from Teesside University. I have since studied for qualifications in musculoskeletal injection therapy and non-medical prescribing. I have specialised in musculoskeletal physiotherapy for the past 4-years and currently work as a First Contact Practitioner in South Tyneside. After tearing my ACL last year, I have also developed an interest in the rehabilitation of the lower-limb, and enjoy spending part of my role supporting patient rehabilitation in community gym spaces.

Outside of my clinical work, I have guest lectured at multiple North East Universities to physiotherapy, podiatry and physician associate students. This is where I developed my interest in education and continued professional development.

In 2022, I decided to develop this interest with an application to the North East Musculoskeletal Society, NEMS. I spent my first year as the research officer and this year have taken on the role as the CPD officer. NEMS offers a unique opportunity to work with likeminded individuals to improve the standards of musculoskeletal care from our base in the North East of England. I hope to continue to contribute to the production of high quality CPD opportunities for local clinicians with a vested interest in offering high quality musculoskeletal care.

Sam Browne is the NEMS Research Officer. He is a registered physiotherapist, with over a decade of experience and specialises in treating patients with persistent musculoskeletal pain. He is an active researcher interested in improving Pain Science Education for patients with persistent pain who do not speak English. He is a member of PETAL, an international team of “absolute legends” focused on improving Pain Science Education for all. He is currently completing his Pre-Doctoral Clinical Academic Fellowship with the National Institute for Health and Social Care Research. He hopes to begin his PhD next year.

Chloé is a Specialist Paediatric Physiotherapist working in County Durham and Darlington NHS Trust. She qualified from York St John University in 2017 and completed her Rotations at York District Hospital. 

In her current job Chloé sees children from 0-19 years old with a wide range of neurological and MSK problems. She has a special interest in MSK and Orthopaedics such as young athlete management and congenital disorders. Chloé is passionate about increasing CPD opportunities for Paediatric MSK + Orthopaedics to improve the quality of care around the region for Paediatric patients.