Charl Jacobs, Physiotherapist, APAM
Meet Charl, our accomplished physiotherapist bringing a wide range of experience to TPP. With a solid background in private practice, Charl's proficiency spans across a spectrum of conditions, from degenerative muscle, joint, and nerve issues to his keen focus on hypermobility—a subject he's delved into through published research and ongoing exploration. Charl's dedication extends beyond the clinic walls; he finds immense fulfillment in working with recreational athletes, guiding them towards optimal performance and recovery. Outside of his professional endeavors, Charl's passions are deeply rooted in staying active, whether through dedicated exercise routines or indulging in his love for golf, which he pursues with unwavering enthusiasm. With Charl on board, our commitment to exceptional care and holistic well-being reaches new heights.
Molly Manns, Physiotherapist, APAM
With a background in basketball refereeing and extensive expertise in sport performance and strength improvement, Molly adds a unique and valuable dimension to our comprehensive approach to healthcare.We are excited to witness the positive impact Molly will undoubtedly have on our clinic and, most importantly, on the well-being of our clients. Her passion for sports and commitment to excellence align seamlessly with the values we hold dear at TPP. We look forward to a collaborative journey, working together to help our clients achieve their health and fitness goals.
Thomas Do, Physiotherapist, APAM
Tom completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Sydney in 2013 and has since then worked in private practice fine tuning his skills in the realm of musculoskeletal and sporting related conditions. After experiencing injuries first hand, Tom has a greater appreciation for preventative measures and comprehensive screenings to reduce the occurrence of injury. He is an active listener and gets great satisfaction taking his patients through the process of recovery to somewhere they never thought they could be.
Tom has recently picked up the elite sporting skill of coincidental running, typically after his children and two cavoodles. When he’s not in the clinic, Tom would love to be found on a golf course but most likely will be on play date or a daddy daycare activity.
Alex Nicholson, Titled APA Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist
Alex’s passion for sports and musculoskeletal physiotherapy developed as a result of his own sporting interests and injuries. He graduated from the University of Sydney in 2007 with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy before completing a Masters of Sport Physiotherapy and becoming a Titled APA Sports Physiotherapist in 2018. Alex is an excellent communicator and is experienced in the diagnosis and treatment of complex conditions.
Alex believes in being at the forefront of new research and treatments in physiotherapy. He has completed further training in the treatment of headache, shoulder, thorax, foot and ankle, pelvic and sports injuries, with many of Australia’s leading physiotherapists. He has a particular interest in sporting injuries, tendon problems and shoulder injuries.
Throughout his career, Alex has enjoyed helping people from all walks of life and skills levels. His sports physiotherapy interest has meant that he has worked with a variety of athletes from water polo, NRL, rugby union, rowing, volleyball, AFL, and dragon boating to name a few. Alex was the physiotherapist for the Sydney University Women’s Water Polo National League team for over 7 years and has also worked as a physiotherapist for Australian Water Polo teams.
When he’s not in the clinic, Alex loves watching sport but probably has his hands full chasing around his family and golden retriever.
Merren Coad, Titled APA Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist
Merren is well known to the local community having worked locally at Pennant Hills Physiotherapy centre for over 11 years. She has extensive experience in manual therapy and exercise, including DMA Clinical Pilates, having taught locally for 13 years. She graduated from the University of Sydney in Physiotherapy in 1996.
She served on the NSW Sports Physiotherapy committee for many years. She has lectured to Physios and Podiatrists on foot and ankle injuries in sport. She has worked in a range of sports at local, state and national level, including work at the NSW Institute of Sport. Merren has consulted to local gymnastics clubs for over 9 years.
She is a runner herself and has a special interest in lumbopelvic, pelvic floor, hip and lower limb issues. Merren prides herself as an evidence-based practitioner who listens to her patients to work out which management approach will work for them.
Pearce Vander Meeden, MSPT, Cert MDT, Titled APA Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist, Principal Physiotherapist
With a wealth of experience as a physiotherapist, Pearce Vander Meeden has fine-tuned his skills to treat many different conditions. He holds a Master's degree in Physiotherapy obtained from Boston University and has international experience working in spinal centres in the US, where he has co-authored protocols for spine surgeons and educated doctors, physiotherapists, massage therapists, and pain psychologists on various musculoskeletal pains.
Pearce is also a contributing member for the following Associations and Universities:
Australian Physiotherapy Association Member: Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Group Member
Sports and Exercise Physiotherapy Group Member
McKenzie Institute of Australia, Certified Practitioner and former member of the national board
Macquarie University: Clinical Lecturer and previous tutor
Other notable achievements: obtained COMT (Certificate in Orthopaedic Manipulative Therapy), obtained CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist), and Exercise Science Degree