Our Team
DR. KAROLINA KOWALCZYK
B. Applied Science (Osteopathy)
Master of Osteopathy
POLESTAR PILATES INSTRUCTOR
Karolina was first introduced to osteopathy in high school after experiencing back pain—and it was love at first treatment. The holistic, whole-body approach to health deeply resonated with her, sparking a passion that would shape her career.
DR. EMILYELLIS
B. SCIENCE (OSTEOPATHY)/ M. HEALTH SCIENCE (OSTEOPATHY)
CLINICAL PILATES INSTRUCTOR
Emily’s passion for Osteopathy stems from her interest in health and wellbeing. Experiencing sports related injuries as a teenager led Emily to want to help others along their health journeys.
DR. SAMANTHA VOLARICH
B. Science (Osteopathy)
M. Health Sciences (Osteopathy)
Watson Headache and Migraine Institute
SMA sports trainer
Sam developed a special interest in health whilst working through her own injuries during many years as a competitive swimmer. Since working as an Osteopath, Sam has completed further training in the treatment and long term management of headaches and migraines using techniques from the Watson Headache Institute.
DR. LIAMFRANKS
B. HEALTH & APPLIED SCIENCE (OSTEOPATHY)
Growing up in the area, Liam played for both the Caroline Springs football and tennis clubs as a junior. Motivated by these experiences, Liam saw the importance of maintaining a healthy, well-balanced lifestyle which is one of the many reasons he was drawn to Osteopathy.
DR. NAOMI NANAYAKKARA
B. SCIENCE (OSTEOPATHY)
M. HEALTH SCIENCES (OSTEOPATHY)
CLINICAL PILATES INSTRUCTOR
Naomi is an Osteopath trained in Clinical Pilates, passionate about the role of movement in overall health and wellbeing. She takes a functional, evidence-based approach to help prevent injury, build strength, and improve mobility.
DR. NICK
EFTHIMIOU
B. Health Science/ B. Applied Science (Osteopathy)
KIRAMICHELL
PILATES INSTRUCTOR
Kira started her Live Well journey as a patient before joining our lovely reception team and is now one of our Pilates instructors. Her goal is to influence & empower you to move better and create positive health outcomes for all those who enter our clinic.
AMY GERMANO
CLINICAL PILATES INSTRUCTOR
Amy first began practicing Pilates in 2013 to help manage her chronic lower back pain, and complement her weight training. She instantly fell in love with Pilates, noting significant improvements in her body awareness, alignment, and overall strength.
On Maternity leave as of April 2026
DR. REBECCA LAZZARO
B. BIOMED SCIENCE
B. HEALTH SCIENCE/
B. APP SCIENCE (OSTEOPATHY)
POLESTAR PILATES INSTRUCTOR
Rebecca found osteopathy in her late teens after struggling with back pain herself. After experiencing how osteopathy treatments enabled her to manage and understand her pain, she knew she wanted to help others do the same.
DR. KAROLINA KOWALCZYK
B. Applied Science (Osteopathy)
Master of Osteopathy
POLESTAR PILATES INSTRUCTOR
Karolina was first introduced to osteopathy in high school after experiencing back pain—and it was love at first treatment. The holistic, whole-body approach to health deeply resonated with her, sparking a passion that would shape her career.
DR. REBECCA LAZZARO
B. BIOMED SCIENCE
B. HEALTH SCIENCE/
B. APP SCIENCE (OSTEOPATHY)
POLESTAR PILATES INSTRUCTOR
Rebecca found osteopathy in her late teens after struggling with back pain herself. After experiencing how osteopathy treatments enabled her to manage and understand her pain, she knew she wanted to help others do the same.
DR. EMILYELLIS
B. SCIENCE (OSTEOPATHY)/ M. HEALTH SCIENCE (OSTEOPATHY)
CLINICAL PILATES INSTRUCTOR
Emily’s passion for Osteopathy stems from her interest in health and wellbeing. Experiencing sports related injuries as a teenager led Emily to want to help others along their health journeys.
DR. SAMANTHA
VOLARICH
B. Science (Osteopathy)
M. Health Sciences (Osteopathy)
Watson Headache and Migraine Institute
SMA sports trainer
Sam developed a special interest in health whilst working through her own injuries during many years as a competitive swimmer. Since working as an Osteopath, Sam has completed further training in the treatment and long term management of headaches and migraines using techniques from the Watson Headache Institute.
DR. LIAM
FRANKS
B. HEALTH & APPLIED SCIENCE (OSTEOPATHY)
Growing up in the area, Liam played for both the Caroline Springs football and tennis clubs as a junior. Motivated by these experiences, Liam saw the importance of maintaining a healthy, well-balanced lifestyle which is one of the many reasons he was drawn to Osteopathy.
NAOMINANAYAKKARA
B. SCIENCE (OSTEOPATHY)
M. HEALTH SCIENCES (OSTEOPATHY)
CLINICAL PILATES INSTRUCTOR
Naomi is an Osteopath trained in Clinical Pilates, passionate about the role of movement in overall health and wellbeing. She takes a functional, evidence-based approach to help prevent injury, build strength, and improve mobility.
DR. NICK
EFTHIMIOU
B. Health Science/ B. Applied Science (Osteopathy)
KIRAMICHELL
PILATES INSTRUCTOR
Kira started her Live Well journey as a patient before joining our lovely reception team and is now one of our Pilates instructors. Her goal is to influence & empower you to move better and create positive health outcomes for all those who enter our clinic.
ELISHA
JARRED
CLINICAL PILATES INSTRUCTOR
Elisha has a strong passion for Pilates and has practiced for several years prior to becoming a qualified instructor. With additional experience in Callisthenics (CaliVic), Elisha aims to plan fun and challenging Pilates workouts for clients to achieve their fitness goals and optimal mental wellness.
AMYGERMANO
CLINICAL PILATES INSTRUCTOR
Amy first began practicing Pilates in 2013 to help manage her chronic lower back pain, and complement her weight training. She instantly fell in love with Pilates, noting significant improvements in her body awareness, alignment, and overall strength.