MEET THE EXPERTS

Our 2026 Selection Panel

Our independent panel brings together experienced and respected professionals from across the allied health sector. Their expertise, insight and commitment ensure a fair, rigorous and credible awards process.

  • Carlin McLellan

    Registered Music Therapist | Co-Director, Supervisory

    🏆 2023 Allied Health Music Therapist of the Year Winner

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  • Chantelle Wood

    Rehabilitation Counsellor | Founder & Director, RESTORATIVE

    🏆 2024 Allied Health Rehabilitation Counsellor of the Year Winner

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  • Chris Pearce

    Occupational Therapist | Managing Director, OT Services Group

    🏆 2024 Allied Health Occupational Therapist of the Year Winner

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  • Corrie Ramsay

    Allied Health Assistant | Lecturer, North Metropolitan TAFE

    🏆 2024 Allied Health Allied Health Assistant of the Year Winner

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  • Donna Napier

    Sonographer, Tweed Valley Hospital

    🏆 2024 Allied Health Rural & Remote Excellence Winner

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  • Dr. Amy Talbot

    Psychologist | Founder & Director, The Talbot Centre

    🏆 2024 Allied Health Impact & Innovation Excellence Winner

    🏆 2024 Allied Health Team Culture Excellence Winner

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  • Dr. Ozgur Yalcin

    Psychologist | Director, ANIMA Health Network

    🏆 2024 Allied Health Psychologist of the Year Winner

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  • Ed Johnson

    Academic Director, University of Sydney | Founder, WaitWell

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  • Eliza Pike

    Social Worker | Director Workforce Strategy, Gidget Foundation Australia

    🏆 2024 Allied Health Social Worker of the Year Winner

    🏆 2024 Allied Health Innovative Product Excellence Award Winner

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  • Louise Bibby

    Osteopath | Director, Central Mallee Fitness

    🏆 2024 Allied Health Osteopath of the Year Winner

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  • Natalie Jack

    Music Therapist | Owner, Natalie Jack - Supervision, Professional Development, Mental Health

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  • Nicole French

    Exercise Physiologist | Founder & CEO, Exercise for Rehabilitation & Health

    🏆 2024 Allied Health Exercise Physiologist of the Year Winner

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  • Nicole Pates

    Physiotherapist | Managing Director, Western Kids Health

    🏆 2024 Allied Health Paediatric Team Excellence of the Year Winner

    🏆 2024 Allied Health Team Culture Excellence of the Year Winner

    🏆 2022 Allied Health Physiotherapist of the Year Winner

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  • Rachael McDonald

    Occupational Therapist | Director, MedTechVic Hub

    🏆 2024 Allied Health Impact & Innovation Excellence of the Year Winner

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  • Rob Mullins

    Podiatrist | National Podiatry Manager, Plena Healthcare

    🏆 2023 Allied Health Innovative Product Excellence of the Year Winner

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  • Samuel Ong

    Podiatrist | Occupational Podiatrist, The Movement

    🏆 2023 Allied Health Podiatrist of the Year Winner

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  • Sarena Jones

    Occupational Therapist | Founder, Allied Health Awards | Director, Allied Health Therapies

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  • Sharon Hennessey

    Physiotherapist | Founder, Hypermobility Project

    🏆 2024 Allied Health Adult Team Excellence of the Year Winner

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  • Stephanie Notaras

    Dietitian | Founder, Dietitian Counselling Skills Practice

    🏆 2024 Allied Health Dietitian of the Year Winner

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  • Tracey Kristiansen

    Partnerships Manager, Allied Health Awards

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