Practitioners

Björn Lahde

Bjorn is a podiatrist of 10 years experience, with an enthusiastic approach to all facets of footcare. He has worked in private practice and community health during this time, and with his passion for all sports in general, is knowlegeable in the biomechanical demands of your chosen activity.

In his spare time, Bjorn plays hockey, mixed netball and enjoys the surf and the snow. He also dabbles in photography and any other gadget he can get his hands on!

Tish Monahan

Tish is a podiatrist of 4 years experience primarily in private practice, including a one year stint in London. She also works for one a leading podiatry-based shoe retailer which keeps her updated on the latest footwear and biomechanical technologies. She is currently available on Monday afternoons and every second Saturday morning.

She enjoys all sports, however AFL across all levels is her sport of choice. Especially however the Essendon Football Club !!

Melissa Van Onselen

Melissa is an enthusiastic podiatrist with 12 years experience including hospital and community health settings. She loves all aspects of footcare, however her main areas of interest are diabetes, an area she has worked extensively in after 3 years spent in a High Risk Foot Clinic, and care of the ageing foot. Melissa enjoys teaching people how to best care of their feet, expecially those who are newly diagnosed with diabetes.

When she’s not working, Melissa is a busy mother to a very active toddler and loves swimming, walking and spending time outdoors.