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.
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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 -

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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