Our team of physios, massage therapists, chiropodists, podiatrists, dietitians and reception staff will ensure that you receive the highest quality of treatment and service available. Click on each of the images below for more information on the members of our team.

  • Rebecca Nelson
    Rebecca Nelson
    Director of Physiotherapy
Rebecca Nelson
Director of Physiotherapy

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Rebecca graduated from Manchester University in 1991. She initially worked as a physiotherapist for the NHS and left this area to work in a Sports Medicine Clinic in New Zealand. While in New Zealand for 6 years, Rebecca successfully completed a specialist postgraduate diploma in manipulative physiotherapy, which is a hands-on approach to treatment, through the University of Otago.

She returned home in 1998 and started Apex Clinic & Apex Headache Clinic. In 2009 she completed the Masters of Manipulative Physiotherapy through the University of Otago, New Zealand. Her thesis was on the physiotherapy treatment of nerve pain from the spine.

Rebecca has developed and continually enhanced her own unique regimes of specialised manual physiotherapy techniques for treating: Spinal Problems & Nerve Pain from the Spine; Headaches/ Migraines; Vertigo/ Dizziness; TMJ or Jaw problems; and Tinnitus from her vast experience of over 30 years of successfully treating these conditions. She has also extensively trained all the physiotherapists at Apex Clinic & Apex Headache Clinic in her treatment regimes as well as lecturing externally.

Since 1998 she has been a part time lecturer at the University of Ulster, Jordanstown on the physiotherapy treatment of spinal problems, nerve pain, headaches, migraines and vertigo currently at a Masters level. She also lectures privately around the UK and Ireland to qualified physios who want to further their skills in the treatment of these dysfunctions. To our knowledge she is the only private Spinal & Headache, Migraine, Vertigo Physiotherapy Specialist in the UK and Ireland who specialises in treating these conditions.

 

  • Tim Moore
    Tim Moore
    Sports Therapist & Owner
Tim Moore
Sports Therapist & Owner

Apex Clinic staffTim is a qualified Sports Therapist and also has a diploma in Anatomy and Physiology. He has been extensively trained for more than 6 months at a postgraduate level by Rebecca Nelson, Spinal & Headache, Migraine, Vertigo Physiotherapy Specialist in her unique manual physiotherapy regimes for treating spinal problems, nerve pain from the spine and headaches / migraines, vertigo, TMJ / jaw pain & tinnitus.

He is passionate about treating these problems and has a wealth of experience. He has also continued his professional development with a wide variety of musculoskeletal courses.

Tim also has a special interest in treating running, biking, swimming and tennis injuries. He enjoys tennis, biking, running and windsurfing in any free time.

  • Catriona Johnston
    Catriona Johnston
    Practice Manager
Catriona Johnston
Practice Manager

Catriona is the Practice Manager of Apex Clinic & Apex Headache Clinic. She holds a BSc (Hons) in Geography from Ulster University where she studied before working in the hospitality industry. She worked within the hospitality sector for many years where she held a variety of different roles and gained a wide range of customer service and management experience which took her to the U.S.A. to work in one of Florida’s top Country Clubs. Upon returning home, Catriona worked in one of Northern Ireland’s 5 star hotels before joining the Apex Clinic Team in 2019.

Catriona is passionate about patient experiences and ensuring the highest level of customer service possible. She ensures that the flow and efficiency of the team meet the highest standard of patient care and believes in a team based approach where every patient is treated promptly, meticulously and with a smile. Catriona loves the opportunity to meet and guide patients throughout their journey and she enjoys managing the Apex team in their mission to provide world-class treatment, service and care.

In her free time Catriona enjoys gym classes to keep fit, walking her dog on the beach and spending time with friends and family.

  • Abigail McBroom
    Abigail McBroom
    Chartered Manipulative Physiotherapist
Abigail McBroom
Chartered Manipulative Physiotherapist

Abigail graduated with BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy from Northumbria University, England. Abigail has been extensively trained at a postgraduate level by Rebecca Nelson, Spinal & Headache, Migraine, Vertigo Physiotherapy Specialist, in her unique manual physiotherapy regimes for treating spinal problems, nerve pain from the spine and headaches / migraines, vertigo, TMJ / jaw pain & tinnitus. She is passionate about treating these problems. Abigail has also continued her professional development with a wide variety of postgraduate physiotherapy musculoskeletal courses.

Abigail also has a special interest in the rehabilitation of all sports injuries and loves to get people back to their sport pain free.

In her spare time Abigail enjoys running. She used to compete at a National level but now loves running for fitness and enjoyment.

  • Vimal Rapheal
    Vimal Rapheal
    Chartered Manipulative Physiotherapist
Vimal Rapheal
Chartered Manipulative Physiotherapist

Vimal graduated with BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy from The University of Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, India. Prior to joining Apex Clinic, Vimal gained extensive experience working as a Physiotherapist for over 5 years in a Private Hospital in Maldives which is located in South Asia. Vimal has been extensively trained at a postgraduate level by Rebecca Nelson, Spinal & Headache, Migraine, Vertigo Physiotherapy Specialist, in her unique manual physiotherapy regimes for treating spinal problems, nerve pain from the spine and headaches / migraines, vertigo, TMJ / jaw pain & tinnitus. He is passionate about treating these problems. Vimal has also continued his professional development with a wide variety of postgraduate physiotherapy musculoskeletal courses.

Vimal also has a special interest in the rehabilitation of all sports injuries and loves to get people back to their sport pain free.

Vimal enjoys playing cricket to keep fit and doing photography in his spare time.

  • Kirsty McIlwaine
    Kirsty McIlwaine
    Chartered Manipulative Physiotherapist
Kirsty McIlwaine
Chartered Manipulative Physiotherapist

Kirsty graduated with a MSc in Physiotherapy from Glasgow Caledonian University. She also has a BSc in Athletic Therapy and Training from Dublin City University . She has been extensively trained at a postgraduate level by Rebecca Nelson, Spinal & Headache, Migraine, Vertigo Physiotherapy Specialist, in her unique manual physiotherapy regimes for treating spinal problems and nerve pain from the spine. She is passionate about treating these problems. Kirsty has also continued her professional development with a wide variety of postgraduate physiotherapy musculoskeletal courses.

Kirsty also has a special interest in the rehabilitation of all sports injuries and loves to get people back to their sport pain free.

In her spare time Kirsty enjoys running to keep fit. Kirsty successfully completed the Copenhagen Marathon in 2022 and hopes to complete more running events all over the world!

  • Ryan Daly
    Ryan Daly
    Chartered Manipulative Physiotherapist
Ryan Daly
Chartered Manipulative Physiotherapist

Ryan graduated with BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy from Northumbria University, England. Ryan has been extensively trained at a postgraduate level by Rebecca Nelson, Spinal & Headache, Migraine, Vertigo Physiotherapy Specialist, in her unique manual physiotherapy regimes for treating spinal problems, nerve pain from the spine and headaches / migraines, vertigo, TMJ / jaw pain & tinnitus. He is passionate about treating these problems. Ryan has also continued her professional development with a wide variety of postgraduate physiotherapy musculoskeletal courses.

Ryan also has a special interest in the rehabilitation of all sports injuries and loves to get people back to their sport pain free.

In his spare time Ryan enjoys playing rugby and golf.

 

  • Nicole Meziani
    Nicole Meziani
    Massage Therapist
Nicole Meziani
Massage Therapist

Nicole is a qualified Sports & Relaxation Massage Therapist. She has a Diploma in Anatomy and Physiology. She loves treating both sporting and non-sporting clients. Nicole has dedicated her career to helping to keep the soft tissues of sports clients in peak condition and to provide the ultimate relaxation experience possible for her relaxation clients. Nicole offers a range of massage therapy experiences which include sports massage, deep soft tissue massage for muscular aches and pains, relaxation massage and Indian head massage. She also continues her professional development with further courses in advanced massage therapy and relaxation techniques. Nicole is passionate about her client’s overall wellbeing, as reducing stress in people’s lives has been shown to help current health problems and prevent many future stress related conditions.

In her free time Nicole enjoys regular hiking, scenic walks with her dog and yoga to keep fit.  She also loves experiencing different cultures on her travels abroad.

  • Narelle Harkness
    Narelle Harkness
    Chiropodist & Podiatrist
Narelle Harkness
Chiropodist & Podiatrist

Apex Clinic staffNarelle graduated with a BSc (Hons) in Podiatry from the Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh. Prior to returning home to Northern Ireland and joining Apex Clinic, she gained extensive experience as a chiropodist/ podiatrist in Edinburgh in a multidisciplinary clinic. She is passionate about foot care and is also highly trained in nail surgery. She has a wealth of experience of successfully treating painful feet and related conditions. She takes great pride in keeping her patient’s feet pain free and in good condition.

Narelle is also skilled in prescribing insoles (foot orthoses) either over the counter or custom made, when needed for her patients, either sports participants or non sports folk, and she works well with Apex Clinic’s physiotherapy team regarding these patients. She enjoys socialising with friends and family and loves walking and snow skiing in any free time.

  • Rose Eyoessien
    Rose Eyoessien
    Chiropodist & Podiatrist
Rose Eyoessien
Chiropodist & Podiatrist

Rose graduated with a BSc (Hons) in Podiatric Medicine from the University of Galway, Ireland. She also has a MSc in Sports and Exercise Medicine from Ulster University, Jordanstown. Prior to joining Apex Clinic, Rose gained extensive experience as a chiropodist/podiatrist in a private podiatry clinic in Northern Ireland. Rose is passionate about foot care and keeping all her patient’s feet in excellent condition and pain free. She has a keen interest in diabetic foot care both in the sporting and non-sporting population.

In her free time Rose enjoys going to the gym to keep fit and playing hockey.

  • Penny Johnston
    Penny Johnston
    Receptionist
Penny Johnston
Receptionist

Apex Clinic staffPenny delivers a welcoming, efficient and 5 star service at Apex Clinic. She is very meticulous in everything she does, but caring also and this allows our patients to enjoy the smooth running “Apex Experience” with a smile. She has an extensive background in customer service and administrative management.

Outside of work, she is always active and enjoys playing tennis and horse riding with her children.

  • Nicolle Campbell
    Nicolle Campbell
    Receptionist
Nicolle Campbell
Receptionist

  • Karen Magee
    Karen Magee
    Receptionist
Karen Magee
Receptionist

  • Norma Burns
    Norma Burns
    Receptionist
Norma Burns
Receptionist