Our Team
Gabe Phillips
Principal Physiotherapist, Owner
Gabe opened Motion Theory Physio (MTP) in 2019 after working 7 years in a community based private practice, specialising in musculoskeletal physiotherapy.
Gabe’s ethos as a physiotherapist is to focus on an empathetic and patient centric approach. Gabe practices active listening to really understand his patients, their concerns, and daily lifestyles to help them develop self-management strategies that will achieve future health goals. Gabe’s goal with MTP is to create a comforting space which contributes to a healing and holistic process.
Gabe studied at the University of South Australia, as a member of the Golden Key Society, with an Undergraduate Degree in Human Movement and a Masters Degree in Physiotherapy, both completed with first class honours with academic excellence. During the Masters program, Gabe was awarded the prestigious Elma Casely award for displaying the greatest clinical and human relationship skills in the degree. Post Graduate studies included proficiency and accreditation in dry needling, Pilates, and advanced taping techniques. Gabe is also a qualified personal trainer, aiding his prescription of exercise therapy.
Gabe has extensive experience in a range of orthopaedic conditions including anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, total knee and hip replacement and post-surgical and conservative management of injuries to the shoulder and ankle. Gabe also has considerable experience working with and treating both professional and recreational athletes with acute and chronic sporting injuries.
Outside of work, Gabe enjoys leading an active and healthy lifestyle with a keen interest in physical fitness.
Gabe is available at the clinic Monday through to Saturday.
Alex Obradovic
Physiotherapist
Alex studied a Bachelor of Physiotherapy at the University of South Australia with a key interest in musculoskeletal physiotherapy as well as headache/neck conditions and shoulder rehabilitation.
After completing university, Alex worked in private practice, aged care, and provided home care to his patients. Alex has also been involved in the Pilates industry working as a KX instructor.
Aside from physiotherapy, Alex enjoys eating out, exercising, spending some quality time with his kitten, and looking after his garden.
Alex will be working in the clinic Monday through to Friday.
Malgorzata (Gosia) Rzepka
Physiotherapist
Gosia relocated to Adelaide after completing her Master’s in Physiotherapy at the Opole University of Technology in Poland. She has a strong passion for musculoskeletal conditions, sports physiotherapy, and Pilates Reformer exercises, which she integrates into her treatments alongside dry needling techniques. As a certified Strength and Conditioning Coach through the ASCA, Gosia applies strength and conditioning principles to enhance her patients’ rehabilitation outcomes.
Gosia also has a particular interest in working with the older population, using her expertise to improve balance, strength, and falls prevention. Since moving to Adelaide, she has been working at Flinders Medical Centre, providing care in both acute and rehabilitation settings. She also worked in virtual rehabilitation, utilizing technology to improve patient care in home environments, and provided mobile physiotherapy services.
Outside of physiotherapy, Gosia has a strong sporting background, having played high-level volleyball in Poland. Now in Australia, she enjoys competing in beach volleyball. Her active lifestyle extends to the gym, Pilates, and outdoor activities such as hiking, where she loves spending time with her dog, Vincent.
Gosia is excited to be part of the MTP team and is available for consultations every Wednesday and Thursday.
Elouise Whitford
Physiotherapist
Elouise studied at the University of South Australia with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours). Prior to joining our team, Elouise has spent her time working on the orthopaedic ward at St. Andrews Hospital as a Physiotherapy Assistant. In addition to this, Elouise is a certified clinical Pilates instructor and currently teaches at Studio Spring.
Elouise is very passionate about utilising Pilates to rehabilitate and treat various musculoskeletal conditions. She wants to help build stronger bodies and foundations for all age groups, to assist in injury prevention and rehabilitation.
Outside of work, Elouise loves to teach and attend Pilates, as well as participate in anything that will keep her body moving and allow her to connect with other people such at hikes, gym, walks and coffee with friends. She also loves camping, travelling, the beach, wining and dining and everything in between.
Tyson Pedro
Physiotherapist
Tyson graduated from Flinders University with a Bachelor of Health Science/Master of Physiotherapy degree in 2021. He has a keen interest in musculoskeletal conditions, sports injuries and a passion for helping patients achieve their rehabilitation goals. Tyson utilises a range of manual therapy techniques, dry needling, exercise prescription and education through a patient-centred and holistic process to help patients along their rehabilitation journey.
Apart from working in private practice, Tyson also currently works at Flinders Medical Centre in the rehab setting.
Outside of work, Tyson is a singer-songwriter playing live gigs across Adelaide, and also enjoys keeping up to date with all the latest sports news and travelling the world.
Deb Harvey
Receptionist
Milly Whitehead
Receptionist
Sophie Modra
Receptionist
Zoe Andrews
Receptionist