Business Details
11 Years
experience
Your Trusted Osteopaths in East Bentleigh
Valued Health Osteopathy was established in 2015 to serve the Bentleigh community and surrounding areas. Founded by osteopaths Kate Ellett and Tom McCormick, our clinic expanded in 2017 to a purpose-built facility on Centre Road, Bentleigh East. With over 15 years of combined clinical experience, our team delivers comprehensive musculoskeletal care through osteopathy, clinical pilates, pelvic health, and rehabilitation services. All practitioners maintain registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency and Osteopathy Australia, ensuring adherence to national standards. We prioritise holistic treatment approaches, addressing both immediate pain relief and long-term functional improvement.Our services cater to diverse patient needs, including pre- and post-natal care, sports injury rehabilitation, and chronic pain management. The clinic operates six days weekly with flexible appointment times to accommodate modern lifestyles. Located at 3/658 Centre Road, we serve patients from Bentleigh East, Brighton, Ormond, and 15+ surrounding suburbs. Professional collaborations with local GPs and allied health providers ensure coordinated care pathways. Continuous professional development remains central to maintaining clinical excellence and achieving optimal patient outcomes.
Services
Osteopathy
Clinical Pilates
Pelvic Health
Exercise Rehabilitation
Strength & Conditioning
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- 15+ years combined clinical experience in musculoskeletal care
- Purpose-built clinic with dedicated rehabilitation facilities
- Practitioners maintain current professional registrations
- Extended hours including early mornings and evenings
- Specialised pelvic health and pre/post-natal services
Associations and certifications
- Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
- Osteopathy Australia
Services
Osteopathy
Osteopathy at Valued Health focuses on musculoskeletal pain management through hands-on techniques. Our practitioners address back/neck pain, sports injuries, and chronic conditions by improving tissue quality and joint mobility. Treatments integrate postural analysis and exercise prescription for lasting results. Initial consultations include comprehensive assessments lasting 45-60 minutes.
Clinical Pilates
Clinical Pilates combines equipment-based exercises with traditional methods for musculoskeletal rehabilitation. Sessions use reformers and trapeze tables to improve core stability, flexibility, and functional movement patterns. Initial assessments identify individual needs before prescribing tailored exercise programs for ongoing management.
Pelvic Health
Specialised pelvic health services address conditions like urinary incontinence and pelvic pain through targeted osteopathic techniques. Practitioners perform internal assessments when indicated, developing management plans that may include lifestyle modifications and postural retraining for optimal pelvic floor function.
Exercise Rehabilitation
Exercise rehabilitation programs focus on restoring functional movement through progressive strength training. Our osteopaths prescribe individualised home exercise plans to complement manual treatments, targeting specific weaknesses contributing to musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction.
Strength & Conditioning
Strength and conditioning services enhance physical performance while preventing injuries. Programs combine resistance training with movement pattern analysis to improve athletic capacity and daily functional abilities, tailored to individual goals and physical capabilities.
People
Dr Tom McCormick
Osteopath
Co-founder with extensive clinical experience in musculoskeletal treatment. Focuses on evidence-based osteopathic techniques and rehabilitation strategies to improve patient mobility and reduce pain.
Dr Kate Ellett
Osteopath
Co-founder specialising in women's health and pelvic floor dysfunction. Completed advanced training in clinical pilates and obstetric care, integrating these approaches for comprehensive patient management.
Dr Julia Redfern
Osteopath
Paediatric specialist with postgraduate qualifications in infant care. Provides gentle osteopathic treatment for babies and children, addressing developmental concerns and postural imbalances.
Dr Thomas Nicolacopoulos
Osteopath
Experienced practitioner with expertise in sports injury rehabilitation. Utilises dry needling and manual therapy techniques to accelerate recovery from acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions.
Dr Alex Phan
Osteopath
Skilled in treating work-related musculoskeletal disorders. Focuses on ergonomic assessments and workplace modifications to prevent injury recurrence and improve occupational health outcomes.
Questions
What services does Valued Health Osteopathy offer?
We provide osteopathy, clinical pilates, pelvic health treatment, exercise rehabilitation, and strength & conditioning programs for musculoskeletal conditions.
Do I need a referral to see an osteopath?
No referral is required. Our osteopaths accept direct bookings and collaborate with GPs when needed for coordinated care plans.
Are treatments covered by private health insurance?
Yes, osteopathy services are covered by most private health funds. Check with your provider for specific rebate details and coverage limits.
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept cash, credit card, and EFTPOS payments at the clinic. HICAPS facilities available for on-the-spot health fund claims.
Can I book appointments online?
Yes, our online booking system allows 24/7 appointment scheduling for all services. Emergency appointments prioritised same-day when available.
What are your clinic hours?
We operate Monday-Friday 8:30am-7:00pm and Saturdays 8:00am-1:00pm. Closed Sundays and public holidays.
