George Kikilas

Principal Therapist

• Bachelor of Health Science / Masters in Physiotherapy 2013
• Accredited Hand Therapist (as awarded by Australian Hand Therapy Association)
• Member Australian Physiotherapy Association 
• Certified Hand Therapist (USA) 2017
• Hand Therapist for the Cronulla Sharks Rugby League Football Club
• Hand Therapist for the Southern Districts Rugby Club

George graduated from his physiotherapy degree at Western Sydney University.

George leads a team of experienced hand therapists all working together in a professional and supportive working environment. He consults at both our Kogarah and Sutherland Rooms.

In addition to his full clinical load, he has also lectured at both Western Sydney University and the University of Technology. He works very closely with our local hand specialists.

He has extensive experience working with elite sporting teams and has a keen interest in ligament injuries and complex wrist fractures.

Catia Nasser

Senior Physiotherapist

• Bachelor Applied Science (Physiotherapy) 1989
• Certified Hand Therapist (USA) 2013
• Associate Member of the Australian Hand Therapy Association

Catia graduated from University of Sydney in 1989 with Bachelor of Applied Science in Physiotherapy.

She commenced her career at Prince of Wales and Prince Henry Hospitals, working in a variety of areas including acute & post-acute orthopaedics & hand therapy. Catia was the senior physiotherapist for 4 years in an early discharge orthopaedic hospital to home programme.

Catia joined Southern Hand Therapy in 1998 and gained certification in hand therapy (CHT) in 2011.

Catia’s ability to make a connection with her patients, to support & guide them through their rehab, makes her a great advocate & an integral part of our team.

Hayley Coleman

Senior Physiotherapist

• Bachelor of Science (Physiotherapy) 1994
• Accredited Hand Therapist (as awarded by Australian Hand Therapy Association)
• Certified Hand Therapist (USA) 2013

Hayley graduated from her physiotherapy degree at the University of Cape Town and spent her initial training working in private practices in South Africa, the U.S.A and Australia, gaining expertise in orthopaedic and sporting injuries.

She has extensive experience working with upper limb injuries, and has worked exclusively in hands since 1998, working in busy private practices and running her own practice in Cape Town.

Hayley joined the team at Southern Hand Therapy in 2011 and has brought a wealth of knowledge and expertise in treating and managing complex injuries of the upper limb. She enjoys patient interaction, continued learning and creating splints to improve outcomes. Hayley consults at our Kogarah clinic.

Sophie Marden

Senior Occupational Therapist 

• Bachelor of Applied Science (Occupational Therapy) 2009
• Accredited Hand Therapy (as awarded by Australian Hand Therapy Association)
• Member of the Australian Hand Therapy Association 
• Certified Hand Therapist (USA) 2017

Sophie graduated from Sydney University with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Occupational Therapy) in 2009 and quickly found a passion for working in the field of Hand Therapy.  Having joined the team in 2017, Sophie has added to the overall dynamic of the team bringing an enthusiastic and nurturing approach to the management of her patients.

Cameron Small

Senior Occupational Therapist

• Bachelor of Science Psychology (UoW)
• Master of Occupational Therapy (USYD) 
• Accredited Hand Therapist (as awarded by Australian Hand Therapy Association)

Cameron holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Wollongong and a Master of Occupational Therapy from the University of Sydney. He is also an accredited Hand Therapist, recognized by the Australian Hand Therapy Association.

With extensive experience in both private and clinical settings across Sydney, including hand clinics at Sydney Hospital and Westmead Hospital, Cameron has developed a deep expertise in managing acute, sub-acute, and chronic upper limb conditions. He works closely with hand specialists, particularly in post-surgical care, ensuring optimal outcomes for his patients.

Cameron has a special interest in pain management throughout all stages of the recovery process, having pursued further learning in this area. He is passionate about helping his patients achieve their individual goals and supporting them on their journey toward recovery.

Dominic Thebault

Physiotherapist

Dominic graduated with a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science from the University of Technology Sydney (2020) before completing a Masters in Physiotherapy at the University of Sydney (2022).

Upon graduation he gained a wide range of clinical experience working in NSW Public Hospitals at both Sutherland and Prince of Wales rotating through areas including the ICU, spinal unit and orthopaedics. During his time working at the Sydney Hospital Hand Unit Dominic gained experience in the management of acute traumatic hand injuries.

Developing a keen interest in Hand Therapy, Dominic started his position at Southern Hand Therapy in 2024 with a special interest in orthopaedics and fracture management. He is skilled in the fabrication of a wide range of thermoplastic splints and casts to manage an array of conditions affecting the upper limb.

In his spare time Dominic is an avid traveller and skier, working as a ski instructor in Australia and overseas.