OUR PHILOSOPHY
At Physio Depot your performance is our priority. We aim to provide the best possible service to all of our patients. We will ensure an accurate diagnosis is established which will allow us to deliver an effective treatment plan to help you return to doing what you enjoy, regardless of what that may be.
Meet the team
REBECCA MOONEY
NZRP, BHSc (Physiotherapy), PGDip (Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy), Pelvic Health Certified
Rebecca was born in Pukekohe and spent her younger years here. She began gymnastics at a young age, at the Pukekohe Gymnastics Club, later transferring to Counties Manukau Gymnastics Club. She was involved with the sport for12 years, competing at national and international levels. After sustaining numerous injuries, she decided to study physiotherapy. Rebecca attended Auckland University of Technology and graduated from her undergraduate degree in 2013 with a BHSc (Physiotherapy). She then continued to complete post-graduate studies in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (PgDipMSK). In 2020, Rebecca began her training in pelvic health, driven by her passion for supporting women's health. She enjoys working with the post-natal population and menopausal women, helping them regain their confidence and quality of life. She can help you with issues such as incontinence, pelvic pain, and prolapse. A Physio Depot you can expect a welcoming and supportive environment where your well-being is the top priority. Whether you're recovering from surgery, dealing with chronic pain, or seeking to improve your overall physical function, Rebecca is here to guide you on your journey to better health.
MAKE A BOOKINGMalcolm Hood
NZRP, NZ Manip., Fell. Sports Medicine (Hon.)
Malcolm Hood is a senior, experienced, physiotherapist who graduated in Otago. He was in the first international group to obtain a post graduate qualification in spinal manipulation in The Canary Islands. Shortly afterwards Malcolm graduated in New Zealand Manipulation one of the first cohort, then immediately was appointed to the New Zealand Manipulative Examination Board. Malcolm later trained in New Zealand and overseas in acupuncture. Mr Hood was the first physiotherapist / fitness trainer with Counties Rugby, winning the National Competition. He also was the first physiotherapist / trainer with The New Zealand All Blacks, he also was seconded to Tongan Rugby Ikali Tahe and Russian Bears. Malcolm has worked with the New Zealand Police World Games overseas and the New Zealand Army on high performance, injury prevention and treatment. Multiple articles have been published in Rugby Press, New Zealand Doctor and Law Journal. He is the author of the book Preparation Performance and Patch Up. Malcolm has been awarded a Fellowship in Sports Medicine NZ ( Hon. ) He has been a Trustee of Special Olympics New Zealand, Counties Manukau Sports and remains a Foundation Trustee of Decision Reachout Toro Mai Trust which sends lower decile students to Outdoor Pursuits (over 3,000 students to date). Malcolm was Deputy Head Boy at Pukekohe High School and maintains his belief in paying back the community, which has intrinsic values compared with the corporate environment.
MAKE A BOOKINGSusie Pirret
BHSc Physio (AUT), PG Cert Acup (AUT), PG Dip Sports Med (Otago), BPhEd, BSc Anatomy (Otago), Pelvic Health Certified
Before studying physiotherapy at AUT Susie completed degrees in physical education and anatomy with post graduate studies in sports medicine at the University of Otago. During this time, she also travelled with the New Zealand Universities Team to the world games in South Korea and Turkey as the team massage therapist. Susie is a long serving lifeguard and trustee at Port Waikato Sunset Beach Surf Lifesaving Club and was the lead physiotherapist for the New Zealand Surf Lifesaving Black Fins Team from 2011-2018. She also provided Physiotherapy to Pukekohe Premier Rugby team and North Shore Rugby. More recently Susie has completed her certification in Pelvic Health and has a keen interest in helping women confidently navigate the postnatal period and return safely to their chosen activities and sport whatever that may look like. Having personally completed many long-distance triathlons, ocean swims and trail runs, Susie also has an interest in the treatment and injury management of the maturing/recreational athlete. She believes it is the role of the Physiotherapist to help you continue to push boundaries and achieve your goals throughout life.
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