Our Team

Scott Harrop

Scott graduated from the University of Melbourne in 1995 with a degree in Physiotherapy after also completing a Science degree at Monash University.

He has worked in the UK treating post-surgical patients and continues his special interest in post-operative rehabilitation at Cranbourne.

Scott has completed many post-graduate courses for Sports Injuries, Shoulders, Headaches, Muscle Energy Techniques, the Lumbar Spine and Occupational Physiotherapy.  

Scott was one of the first trained in Australia by experts from Sweden to strengthen sportsmen and rehabilitate patients using Redcord suspension equipment.  He was instrumental in importing the equipment from Scandinavia to the Cranbourne clinic.

Aside from physio, Scott enjoys running marathons, surfing, playing tennis and gardening with his family.

Michael Chia

Michael graduated with his Physiotherapy degree from the University of Melbourne in 2001. 

He has since completed post-graduate courses in Headaches, Dry Needling, Shoulder Management, McKenzie Therapy and Redcord.  Michael has worked overseas and in the public hospital system in Melbourne.  His special interests are in treating neck pain and headaches along with being one of our aquatic physiotherapists.

Michael practices yoga, circus acts, enjoys photography and travelling the world when he is not at work.

Kirstie Shearing

Kirstie graduated from Monash University in 2013 with a degree in Physiotherapy. 

She has a keen interest in sports injuries as well as treating back and neck pain.

Given her sporting background, she has a specific interest in lower limb injuries, with previous experience working as a sports trainer for both football and soccer teams.

Outside of physio, Kirstie enjoys playing competitive soccer, listening to music and travelling.

Rebecca Rochford

Rebecca graduated from the University of Melbourne with a Doctor of Physiotherapy in 2016, having also attained a Bachelor of Biomedical Science with Honours.

She has since completed various post-graduate courses in dry needling, neck and tendon rehabilitation. Bec has experience teaching clinical Pilates. Her special interests lie with treating neck pain and lower back pain in the general population and for pregnant ladies.

Outside of physio, Bec enjoys yoga, gardening, spending time with her dog and catching up with friends and family.

Mariam Rahufi

Mariam completed her Physiotherapy degree in 2018, graduating from La Trobe University.

She has since completed post-graduate courses in dry needling and Functional Movement Systems; both of which providing great assistance in rehabilitation.

Having a competitive background in strength sports of Powerlifting and Strongman, Mariam has a strong interest in rehabilitating individuals within similar sporting fields. This however doesn’t stop Mariam’s interests with women’s health, and orthopaedic recovery.

Outside of physiotherapy, Mariam loves reading all sorts of novels, running, and losing sanity over the greatest AFL team… go Pies!

Dean Harrop

Dean graduated from La Trobe University in 2001 with his Physiotherapy degree.  After completing post-graduate courses in the Difficult Shoulder, Dry Needling and McKenzie Therapy, Dean worked for the Victorian Rugby Union team. He traveled Europe and worked in the UK. Dean is now especially interested in treating shoulders and lumbar spines.

As Dean went through the Victorian Institute of Sport with cricket as a young man, he is also well versed treating cricket injuries.

Dean has completed post-graduate training in Occupational Physiotherapy with WorkSafe and TAC. With years of experience caring for injured workers, Dean is able to achieve excellent return to work outcomes.

When he’s not working, Dean likes to play golf, harvest his organic garden and spend time with his family.

Sharadha Weerasinghe

Sharadha graduated from the Auckland University of Technology in 2010 with a degree in Physiotherapy and has her Masters in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy from La Trobe University.

With a keen interest in orthopaedic issues, Sharadha is an excellent resource for the clinic. As a past athlete, she has developed a special interest in track and field sports injuries and lower back complaints. 

Outside of physio, Sharadha enjoys running, salsa dancing, reading and spending time with her young children.

Lyndl Harrop

Lyndl graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy with Honours from University of Melbourne in 1995. 

She has completed post-graduate courses in shoulder management, sports physiotherapy, Mulligan method, dry needling and RedCord.  She has much experience in post-operative rehabilitation, ergonomic health issues, pre employment functional assessments and children's orthopaedic injuries.

Lyndl's special interests lie with treating headaches, shoulder dysfunction and anterior knee pain.

On her days off, Lyndl swims and supports her three sons in their sporting endeavours.

Prakashi Thalagala

Prakashi graduated as a Doctor of Physiotherapy from the University of Melbourne in 2022.

During her degree, she worked for various sports teams as a Trainee Physiotherapist. Her special interests are in orthopaedic and neurological conditions. She has a keen interest in headaches, shoulder dysfunction and anterior knee pain.

Aside from physio, Prakashi enjoys dancing and spending time with her family.

Thusharika Dissanayaka

Thush earned her Physiotherapy degree from the esteemed University of Peradeniya in 2011 and continued to excel in her field by completeing her PhD at Monash University in 2021.

Throughout her career, Thush has developed a keen interest in treating various musculoskeletal conditions, with a particular focus on low back pain, shoulder dysfunction and anterior knee pain.

Beyond her professional pursuits, Thush finds joy in cooking and spending time with her kids and family.