Below is a list of the top and leading Occupational Therapists in Wellington. To help you find the best Occupational Therapists located near you in Wellington, we put together our own list based on this rating points list.

Wellington’s Best Occupational Therapists:

The top rated Occupational Therapists in Wellington are:

• Fran Smith – Ergo OT Limited
• Sue Colman – Ergo OT Limited
• Valia Joffe-Devoy – Ergo OT Limited
• Lisa Turner – Wellhand Hand Therapy Clinic
• Laura Bryant – Hand Rehab Porirua Hand Physiotherapy Clinic

Fran Smith – Ergo OT Limited

Fran Smith is an experienced occupational therapist that is considered one of the key persons in the private practice of Occupational Therapy. As a qualified OT, she performs worksite assessments withing Wellington to come up with an efficient plan that would improve the working capacity of the employees at the same time maintaining their health and wellness. In 1997 she started working for Ergo OT Limited where she strives to maintain continuing educational knowledge and experience in the field of ergonomics and biofeedback.

Products/Services:

Ergonomics, Biofeedback, Work Site Assessments

LOCATION:

Address: 3/5 Britannia Street, Petone, Lower Hutt 5012
Phone: (445) 896-256
Website: www.ergo-ot.co.nz

REVIEWS:

“Glad that I went to their clinic otherwise would not know how I can work with ease without compromising my job.” –Marion Burnandt

Sue Colman – Ergo OT Limited

Sue Colman has previously held positions in the United Kingdom for 8 long years before deciding to relocate in Wellington in 2003. It is through these institutions that she was able to obtain professional knowledge and skills in the field of psychiatry, neurology while participating in community work. On the same year of her relocation, she joined the Ergo OT Limited team where she contributes her professional insights and expertise. Her post at INPUT at Guys and St. Thomas in London gave her unmatched expertise in pain management that she utilizes when assisting patients suffering from work discomforts.

Products/Services:

Work Site Assessments and Ergonomics

LOCATION:

Address: 3/5 Britannia Street, Petone, Lower Hutt 5012
Phone: (445) 896-256
Website: www.ergo-ot.co.nz

REVIEWS:

“Helpful! They work well in evaluating our work area and come up with a brilliant plan to establish the standards for occupational safety.” –Nathan Halvorsen

Valia Joffe-Devoy – Ergo OT Limited

Valia Joffe-Devoy is the newest addition to the team of Occupational Therapists in Ergo OT. Upon joining the Wellington Occupational Therapy centre, Valla brought with her immense knowledge in various therapeutic settings. These are not limited to community support, disability assistance, vocational rehabilitation, and clinical setups. She can work with children with disabilities where she can perform an evaluation of their strengths and weak points to which the intervention plan would be based. The same goes to the community and other work settings where a healthier work habit is established.

Products/Services:

Vocational Rehabilitation, Community Support, Disability Support

LOCATION:

Address: 3/5 Britannia Street, Petone, Lower Hutt 5012
Phone: (445) 896-256
Website: www.ergo-ot.co.nz

REVIEWS:

“Amazing team, they are wonderful to work with. A full explanation of the process without missing out on the small details in a clear manner without confusing me.” –Matthew Collins

Lisa Turner – Wellhand Hand Therapy Clinic

Lisa Turner earned her Occupational Therapy degree in 2000 from the University of Queensland in Australia. With more than 15 years of collective professional experience from Sydney, Brisbane, and London, Lisa carried with her an immense knowledge in Occupational Therapy. In May 2018 she joined the Wellhand team in Wellington where she was able to present her expertise in handling complicated wrist injuries. These cases prompted her to pursue continuous learning such as research on the carpal instability treatment. She is a proud member of the Hand Therapy New Zealand and the Australian Hand Therapy Association.

Products/Services:

Complex Wrist Injuries, Flexor Tendons, Occupational Therapy

LOCATION:

Address: 6 Lady Elizabeth Lane, Pipitea, Wellington 6011
Phone: (444) 711-012
Website: www.wellhand.co.nz

REVIEWS:

“Very professional and knowledgeable people. Very lovely and caring. Gail is my lovely therapist helping me with my hand’s issues.” –Golsa Moradi

Laura Bryant – Hand Rehab Porirua Hand Physiotherapy Clinic

Laura Bryant holds a bachelors degree in Occupational Therapy, a post-graduate diploma in Health Science, and memberships to numerous professional organizations. She is a proud member of the Occupational Therapy New Zealand, and the Hand Therapy New Zealand. These affiliations enabled her to obtain insights on the latest technologies and advancements in the field of occupational therapy. She has worked as an occupational therapist since 2003 where she was exposed to various occupational settings. At present, she works as a registered hand therapist with her specialization focusing on the assessment of hand injuries and planning out a system where the patient can perform their occupation without inflicting further injuries.

Products/Services:

Occupational Therapy, Hand Therapy

LOCATION:

Address: Ground Floor/3 Hartham Place South, Porirua City Centre, Porirua 5022
Phone: (480) 077-6500
Website: www.wellington-hand-physiotherapy.co.nz

REVIEWS:

“I have received treatment here 2x and both times -although different therapist – has been superb, they have the interest of the patient in mind rather the allocated time slot that you are being seen for, which is really great. They are soo friendly and are experts in their fields.” –Nikki D.

Below is a list of the top and leading Cardiologists in Wellington. To help you find the best Cardiologists located near you in Wellington, we put together our own list based on this rating points list.

Wellington’s Best Cardiologists:

The top rated Cardiologists in Wellington are:

• Dr. Malcolm Abernethy – Wakefield Hospital
• Dr. Andrew Aitken – Wakefield Hospital
• Dr. Darren Hooks – Wakefield Hospital

Dr. Malcolm Abernethy – Wakefield Hospital

Dr. Malcolm Abernethy has a bachelor’s degree both in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Otago. He holds fellow membership status at the Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians. Dr. Malcolm has received training from Greenlane Hospital, Auckland Hospital, and had a postgraduate study in Philadelphia USA. Through the training that he received, he developed extensive knowledge in diagnostic coronary angiography, coronary artery stenting, and angioplasty. He is equally skilled in (stress and transoesophageal echo, valvular heart disease management, and clinical trial processes.

Products/Services:

Diagnostic Coronary Angiography, Angioplasty & Coronary Artery Stenting, Echocardiography (Stress & Transoesophageal Echo), Management of Valvular Heart Disease

LOCATION:

Address: Florence Street, Newtown, Wellington 6021
Phone: (644) 381-8100
Website: www.wakefield.co.nz

REVIEWS:

“My wife had surgery at wakefield Hospital on 14-5-2019. I am so impressed with the Service.” –Aashish Chopra

Dr. Andrew Aitken – Wakefield Hospital

Dr. Andrew Aitken is a proud member of the Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians and the Fellow of the Cardiac Society of Australia and New Zealand. He obtained his qualification in 1987 after studying medicine at the University of Otago. His post-fellowship training was held in Edinburgh and he returned to New Zealand in 2000 to fulfill a full-time cardiology post in the Wellington area. His specializations are children and young adult congenital heart problems, pulmonary hypertension management, and pregnancy-related heart conditions.

Products/Services:

Interventional Cardiology, Coronary Heart Disease Management

LOCATION:

Address: Florence Street, Newtown, Wellington 6021
Phone: (644) 381-8100
Website: www.wakefield.co.nz

REVIEWS:

“He is very kind & caring & he entertains any question without feeling silly he explains just what is going to happen in whatever procedures they would do.” –Michelle R.

Dr. Darren Hooks – Wakefield Hospital

Dr. Darren Hooks is a cardiology specialist that has received training in Auckland and obtained a Ph.D. in electrophysiology in 2002. He was awarded membership at the Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians in 2012. Inspired by continuous learning, he went on to take up sub-specialist training in cardiac electrophysiology in Christchurch and Bordeaux in 2013 and 2014 respectively. His main focus is in cardiac electrophysiology particularly the specifics of ablation of SVT, ventricular tachycardia, and atrial fibrillation.

Products/Services:

Cardiac Electro-Physiology like Ablation of SVT, Atrial Fibrillation & Ventricular Tachycardia

LOCATION:

Address: Florence Street, Newtown, Wellington 6021
Phone: (644) 381-8100
Website: www.wakefield.co.nz

REVIEWS:

“It is the top care I experienced that I was most thankful for plus decent food.” –Michael Wilson

Below is a list of the top and leading Chiropractors in Wellington. To help you find the best Chiropractors located near you in Wellington we put together our own list based on this rating points list.

Wellington’s Best Chiropractors:

The top rated Chiropractors in Wellington are:

• Roz Griffiths – Chiropractic Balance Wellington
• Dr Dave Kelly – The Chiro Johnsonville
• Dr Sarena Syphers – Be Well Chiropractic Studio
• Dr Tara Puketapu – Dixon Street Chiropractic
• Martin Press – Lower Hutt Chiropractic Clinic

Roz Griffiths – Chiropractic Balance Wellington

Roz Griffiths is a Wellington chiropractor that has a bachelor’s degree in chiropractic and an EVT certification. She has been part of various wellness facilities in England, New Zealand, and Ireland where she worked as a chiropractor. The highly qualified chiropractor has certifications in applied kinesiology, Sacro-occipital technique, and Western technique too. She is a member of the New Zealand College of Chiropractic and has pursued a post-graduate degree focused on healthy lifestyle living, nutrition, paediatrics, and emotional techniques. At present, she works at Chiropractic Balance Wellington.

Products/Services:

Injuries, Extremities, Family Chiropractic, Spine Related: Upper Back Pain, Lower Back Pain & Hip Pain, Headaches & Migraines, Neck Pain, Posture, Sciatica, Scoliosis

LOCATION:

Address: 2/104 The Terrace, Wellington Central, Wellington 6011
Phone: (422) 347-4508
Website: www.chirobalance.co.nz

REVIEWS:

“Chiropractic Balance is really great. In particular, Roz is absolutely amazing. Thank you for all of the adjustments and for helping me be more balanced. :)” –Matt Moes

Dr Dave Kelly – The Chiro Johnsonville

Dave Kelly was already passionate about chiropractic practice at a young age. He relocated to Melbourn when he was 17 years old to pursue studies of chiropractic at RMIT. After a year, he decided to return home to try the New Zealand chiropractic curriculum that has just been developed. He obtained his bachelor of science major in physiology and psychology in 1997 and after two years earned his bachelor of science(chiropractic) degree. Dave fulfilled a chiropractic position in Dublin, Ireland and Wanganui before settling in Wellington. He currently runs his clinic named Lower Hutt Chiropractic Clinic.

Products/Services:

Chiropractic Advice, Chiropractic Services For Lower Back Pain, Neck Pain, Headaches, Stiffness, Sciatica

LOCATION:

Address: 12 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037
Phone: (444) 786-194
Website: www.thechiro.co.nz

REVIEWS:

“I’ve been going to Dave at The Chiro (formerly Kelly Chiropractic) for about 6 years now, on and off. I find them not only professional in their conduct, but also appreciate that Dave obviously sees patient well-being as more than just the spine and will talk over other things while he works often offering genuinely helpful observations and things to think about. The business also understands work/study pressures and are easy to talk to about budget/time constraints to find a workable solution.” –Ana Maea Chitara Whangapirita

Dr Sarena Syphers – Be Well Chiropractic Studio

Sarena Syphers is originally from California and relocated to New Zealand in 2005 to enjoy the breathtaking sceneries and lifestyle in New Zealand. She has more than 20 years of chiropractic experience and was educated at the Cleveland Chiropractic College and trained at a Seatle-based health care facility. Here, she was exposed to the Blair Upper Cervical Technique, a highly-regarded method for neck pain management. She uses techniques such as osteopathic cranial corrections, neuro-emotional technique and applied kinesiology to help patients of all ages with their pain issues. Sarena is affiliated with Be Well Chiropractic Studio in Wellington, New Zealand, where she works as one of its chiropractors.

Products/Services:

Applied Kinesiology, Pregnancy, Paediatric, Neuro Emotional Technique, CranioSacral, Functional Nutrition

LOCATION:

Address: 21 Riddiford Street, Newtown, Wellington 6021
Phone: (443) 884-512
Website: www.bewellchiro.co.nz

REVIEWS:

“My first appointment with Sarena went so well. Sarena worked her gentle magic on my painful arthritic right hip, leg and the pulled muscle in my right shoulder… It feels so much better now… I’ve not walked like this for years. I feel that I’m walking and standing straight and I have no pain. I’m so looking forward to going back for my second session. Thank you, Sarena!” –Jenny Leach

Dr Tara Puketapu – Dixon Street Chiropractic

Tara Puketapu obtained her chiropractic degree from the New Zealand College of Chiropractic in Auckland. She is a Levin native and after obtaining her qualifications in Auckland she returned home to establish her practice. Tara utilizes various techniques to help alleviate pain and to speed up rehabilitation. Among the techniques she uses is the Thompson drop assist, Diversified manual adjusting, Applied Kinesiology, Sacro-Occipital Technique, Craniosacral Therapy, Bio-Geometric Integration, and Activator technique. She also does paediatric, pregnancy, and extremity adjusting. The Wellington-based chiropractor is particularly interested in sports rehabilitation and adjustment.

Products/Services:

Diversified Manual Adjusting, Activator Technique, Thompson Drop Assist, Sports Chiropractic, Paediatric Adjusting, S.O.T., A.K., C.S.T., B.G.I

LOCATION:

Address: 1/64 Dixon Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011
Phone: (443) 845-153
Website: www.dixonstchiropractic.co.nz

REVIEWS:

“Dr Tara Puketapu is absolutely wonderful. I went to see her with extreme back and shoulder pain. She is so calm and explained everything she was going to do and made me feel completely relaxed and pain-free after just a few sessions. Would recommend her service 100%. The friendly service from both Inbal, at the front desk, and Dr Tara is wonderful.” –Bonnie den Otter

Martin Press – Lower Hutt Chiropractic Clinic

Martin Press was influenced by his family to pursue a chiropractic degree. Growing up in a family of chiropractors and with chiropractic friends, he was exposed to the wonderful benefits the practice offers. He pursued an education at Dunedin University and the Royal Melbourne Institute Technology (RMIT) where he received his chiropractic degree in 1986. Martin started with a temporary post at a Lower Hutt chiropractic clinic and later acquired ownership of the said clinic. The clinic serves the greater Wellington region and is focused on treating babies and children as well as sports-related injuries.

Products/Services:

Sports Injuries, Treatment of Babies & Children

LOCATION:

Address: 26 Knights Road, Hutt Central, Lower Hutt 5010
Phone: (445) 660-716
Website: www.lowerhuttchiro.co.nz

REVIEWS:

“Went to see them for a shoulder complaint. The doctor treating was named very appropriately Dr. Press. Good service, he fixed me up quite well with treatment and advice.” –Jason Chuah