Our Team

At Mundaring & Hills Physiotherapy we are committed to high quality physiotherapy services and providing the best clinical management for any individual. As a small specialised team, we take care of our clients like they are part of our family, to help you live your best quality of life.

As part of your full, tailored programme of rehabilitative treatment, we provide services in Physiotherapy, Clinical Pilates, Exercise Rehabilitation, Sports Physiotherapy and Dry Needling which address immediate and long-term pain relief, increased physical strength, mobility and happiness.

Daniel Parasiliti

Partner
Senior Physiotherapist

Daniel has worked with many elite level sporting affiliations including WAFL football clubs, West Australian Ballet, Western Force, numerous local sporting clubs and is currently the Physiotherapist for Guildford Grammar and their football program.

Daniel is a proud husband, father of young twin boys and his little daughter. He is a mad Geelong supporter and loves a good Swan Valley red wine or cheese.

SPECIAL INTERESTS:

  • Sporting and Musculoskeletal Injuries

Chandler Smith

Physiotherapist & Pilates Instructor 

Chandler graduated from Curtin University with a Bachelor of Science (Physiotherapy) and chose to dive straight into private practice as this is where his passion lies. Chandler has always been a competitive sportsman throughout his life, playing high-level tennis, soccer and hockey. He has been coaching tennis in the Perth Hills area for the past 10 years, as well as playing competitive tennis pennants leagues and tournaments. He believes in the importance of an active, balanced lifestyle and brings this approach to assisting individuals get back on track as quickly as possible.

Outside of work, Chandler enjoys driving all over the country, 4x4ing and camping at the best destinations on offer.

SPECIAL INTERESTS:

  • Sporting injuries
  • Knee pain
  • Back pain

Benita Mercuri

Physiotherapist & Pilates Instructor 

Benita is a Curtin University graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy. She has gained experience in multiple health settings including hospitals, outpatient clinics and as a sports trainer for football, soccer and basketball teams. She has competed at a state level for bodybuilding, gymnastics and netball and at an international level for equestrian and tetrathlon.

Benita enjoys creating personalised rehabilitation programs to help you achieve your optimal health and fitness in the most effective way possible. She is passionate about helping restore athletes to their full potential and her extensive sporting background has equipped her with the skills to treat multiple musculoskeletal conditions.

When not at work, you can find Benita cruising along the coast on her skateboard or training for her next bodybuilding competition.

Jess Gold

Physiotherapist & Pilates Instructor 

Jess graduated from the University of Notre Dame with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours). She has worked as a Physio at Royal Perth Hospital and has been teaching Pilates for 6 years. 

Jess is passionate about providing an individualised approach, focusing on getting patients back to doing the things they value most. She integrates manual therapy and exercise and enjoys incorporating Pilates into her rehab programs where appropriate. 

In her free time Jess is probably obsessing over her 2 pet bunnies or enjoying the great outdoors.

Lauren Ramirez-Smith

Physiotherapist

Hello my name is Lauren and I’m super excited to be joining the team at Mundaring & Hills Physiotherapy. I love all things sports, both playing and watching which played a big part in my journey to becoming a physiotherapist. Being of Indigenous culture, I have always had a passion for helping people both young and old and of all diverse cultures and creating a patient centered approach to make my clients feel safe to meet their personal needs and goals.

My hobbies include travelling, playing sports, camping and going to the gym. I have a keen interest in treating sporting injuries and getting people back to the sport that they love whether it be at an amateur level or elite level, I also have a keen interest in musculoskeletal problems and neck pain.

Lisa Wasilew

Remedial Massage Therapist & Registered Nurse

Lisa has been in the health industry for over 36 years.
Working in a variety of roles as a Registered Nurse gives her the necessary skills to understand each of her client’s needs and modify her treatments accordingly.

Lisa loves working one-on-one with her clients, thoroughly assessing their posture, movement and applying special tests to correctly pinpoint soft tissue injuries and treat accordingly. Nothing gives her greater joy than to see her clients leave her clinic room happy.

Lisa defines herself as a bit of a massage nerd, so when she is not at work she likes to refine her massage knowledge with online courses and research. Apart from that she enjoys life on her property in the hills with her husband, two daughters and very large garden.

Lisa is trained in the following techniques:

  • Trigger point therapy
  • Myofascial release
  • Deep tissue therapy
  • Relaxation/Swedish massage
  • Muscle energy techniques
  • Cupping

Shannon Prendergast

Remedial Massage Therapist

Feel Better, Move Better – Your Expert Remedial Massage Therapist in the Perth Hills

Shannon is a passionate and highly skilled Remedial Massage Therapist dedicated to helping you live pain-free and at your best. Whether you’re dealing with chronic pain, recovering from an injury, or simply need to relax and recharge, she’s here to help.

Using advanced techniques like Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, Sports Massage, and more, Shannon tailors each session to target your specific needs. Focusing on delivering real results—reducing pain, improving mobility, and supporting your overall well-being.

Located right here in the Perth Hills, Shannon is committed to providing the highest level of care to her local community. Experience the difference of personalized, results-driven treatments designed to help you feel amazing.

Don’t let pain hold you back—book your session today and take the first step towards feeling your absolute best!

Sarah Mac Alasdair

Principal Partner
Senior Physiotherapist

*No longer taking new patients*

Sarah graduated from Curtin University in 1994 and since then, she has combined her love of travel and sport throughout her physiotherapy career. She has worked in Europe and across Australia with elite athletes from such diverse sports as rowing, cricket, Aussie Rules, tennis, basketball and rugby.

In addition to her love of managing sporting injuries, she also is passionate about developing effective and lasting management plans for other musculoskeletal conditions. Sarah has a strong interest in treating adolescent sporting injuries and still spends many winter mornings on the sideline covering Guildford Grammar rugby matches. Otherwise, she spends her spare time as an unpaid uber driver for her four young children and loves to get out on the water fishing whenever possible.

SPECIAL INTERESTS:

  • Treating Adolescent Sporting Populations
  • Providing quality care and management for clients with chronic musculoskeletal issues

Sean Fuller

Principal Partner
Senior Physiotherapist

Sean is Practice Principal at Midland Physio, and he believes that any health care should be a collaborative process between you and the clinician, working together to achieve your goals, whatever they may be. Over the years, Sean has worked with many elite level athletes, including being part of the Hopman Cup medical team for many years, but he is equally inspired to help everyone to solve their problems and get the best out of their lives.

Sean has special areas or interest in treating headaches, shoulder pain and neck pain. He has a strong focus on the professional development of the whole team within Midland Physiotherapy so that they are delivering not only the best clinical experience but also the best customer service experience possible for you.

He is always keeping active, playing golf, basketball and indoor cricket, and having previously done the Ironman Triathlon, the Avon Descent and Rottnest Channel Swim. He is now trying to learn how to surf (very badly at this stage) and he loves to spend time with his family of three teenage kids.

SPECIAL INTERESTS:

  • Treatment of Spinal Pain
  • Headaches
  • Shoulder Injuries

- Ashley Flynn

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