INTRODUCING
JOSHUA ONG, Director
Joshua came to Dunedin to pursue a degree in Physiotherapy at the University of Otago in 2005 and graduated as a Physiotherapist in 2008 after previously serving as an officer in the Singapore Armed Forces, and subsequently went on to complete his Masters in Physiotherapy with a focus on manipulative physiotherapy. Having worked in various Physiotherapy, Osteopathic and Chiropractic clinics, Joshua blends a combination of techniques when treating.
Out of the clinic, Joshua volunteers at the Otago Sports Injury Clinic on weekends and offers his services to various local competitions and businesses. He has travelled with the New Zealand Youth and Junior volleyball teams as well as crossfit teams for competitions overseas. With a love for sport, Joshua has tried his hand at most sports in order to understand the biomechanics and demands required for participation, as well as the appropriate treatments and preventative measures.
All in all, Joshua seeks to provide a unique experience to people from all walks of life in the treatment and rehabilitation of injuries. He hopes to improve his patients' quality of life through treatments and ongoing self-maintenance.
BUDIMAN PRANJOTO, Physiotherapist
Budi came to Dunedin in 2011 to study at the University of Otago and graduated as a Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences in 2013, subsequently as a Physiotherapist in 2016. Having previously completed his International Baccalaureate in Singapore and spending parts of his childhood in Indonesia and New Zealand, Budi is fluent in English, Indonesian and Malay whilst being familiar with various cultures he encountered in his travels. After completing his final year of university in Wellington, Budi has come back to Dunedin to bring his experience to the clinic.
In his spare time, Budi continues to pursue his interests in music, science and badminton while volunteering at the Otago Sports Injury Clinic on weekends. More recently, he has a newfound interest in Strength and Conditioning and is bringing it into the clinic.
To sum it all, Budi seeks to bring his collective experience and interests to provide wholesome Physiotherapy for anyone who comes into the clinic. Budi hopes to improve his patients’ livelihood through treatment sessions supported by exercises.
Alyssa Brook, Physiotherapist
Alyssa grew up in Christchurch and came to Dunedin without knowing exactly what to pursue, only knowing she had a passion for science and being active. Physiotherapy immediately caught her interest and she graduated as a Physiotherapist from University of Otago in 2019. This interest stemmed from her love for meeting new people and making connections and the joy from seeing people return to activities they love and improve from their pain.
Alyssa is born to a Japanese mother and can speak a moderate amount of Japanese and brings their values of respectfulness and gentle nature to the Clinic. She grew up playing tennis and netball in her hometown and has always remained active and looking for new adventures to try.
With two years of experience being a Sports Medic for rugby teams of different grades, she has acquired skills in taping, massage and attending acute injuries. In her spare time she enjoys piano, running and connecting with her creative side through drawing and writing.
Alyssa aspires to push her limits as a new graduate by developing her own unique method of treating and continuing to expand her knowledge and skill set as much as possible. She hopes to improve patients’ quality of life through functional exercise, various Physiotherapy treatments and promoting independence.
LYNETTE SPEIRS, Clinic Administrator
Lynette grew up in Mosgiel and has lived there all her life. She has been married to John for 33 years and they have two grown up daughters. She loves meeting people, and has always worked in customer service related occupations.
Lynette has a real passion to see people who are in pain, discomfortor who need rehabilitation , connected with those who can offer answers and get them back to living and enjoying a full life. and so working with thewonderful team at Focus Physio is her "dream job".
She loves being outside and enjoying our beautiful countryside and hobbies include gardening, reading, walking and most of all horse riding.
Last year she renovated avery neglected caravan and transformed it into a really cute beach getaway. She has never attempted any DIY before and was blown away at how much "I loved it and how well it turned out. I am looking for another project now!".
Lynette also has a special interest in Low Level Laser Therapy and operates a small business, treating both animals and people.
