Meet Your Boronia Health Practitioners
An integrated, team-based approach to your health goals
Dr Paul Bergamo
(Chiropractor, Nutritionist)
B App Sc(Clin Sci),B C Sc(Chiropractic)Grad Dip Human Nutrition, DACNB/Neurological Rehabilitation
An experienced, committed Chiropractor and health educator with over 25 years of dedicated service at Bergamo Chiropractic and Nutrition Centre, and thirty years in overall practice. Sole owner. One Location for a quarter of a century. Passionate about integrated natural health, with a special focus on chiropractic care, nutrition, and neurological health.
Skilled in treating back and neck pain, as well as dizziness and vertigo. A leader in health communication through podcasts and video content for digital outreach.
Education
Chiropractic, RMIT University
Graduate Diploma of Nutrition, Deakin University
Diplomat, American Chiropractic Neurology Board (DACNB)
Internationally Certified Results Coach (2025)
Professional Experience
Founder & Director of Bergamo Chiropractic and Nutrition Centre (2000 – Present)
Provide expert chiropractic care for patients experiencing neck, headaches/migraines, mid back, low back and shoulder/arm/forearm/wrist and hand pain and hip/knee/ankle and foot pain. Special interest in treating neck-related dizziness and vertigo. Offer in-house collaborative care, with case conferencing, with our remedial massage and dietetic services
Podcast Host & Health Communicator
BACKchat Podcast (2015 – 2019)
Hosted and interviewed local and international health experts, including lead chiropractors, orthopedic surgeons, GPs, physiotherapists, and psychologists.
Explored the Five Pillars of Health: Thinking, Eating, Moving, Sleeping, and Neurology.
Listen to the BACKchat Podcast here.
Digital Health Content Creator
Dr Paul Health Hack Series (2024 – Present)
Produces and shares weekly 3-5 minute health-focused videos on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube. Delivers concise, practical health insights to educate and inspire viewers.
View Dr Paul Health Hack Series here.
Professional Affiliations
Registered Chiropractor in Australia with AHPRA
Member of Australian Chiropractic Association (ACA)
Online Presence & Media
Dr Max Sorensen
(Chiropractor)
B. App. Sc (Clin Sci), B.C.Sc (Chiro), Level 1 Sports Trainer via Sports Medicine Australia
Max is a Chiropractor who graduated from RMIT University after 5 years of study. Max has experience in working as both a Chiropractor and as a Sports trainer at local footy level.
Max holds an interest in a wide variety of patients of all ages and presentations but is especially interested in sports and injuries associated with activity. Max employs a practical hands-on evidenced based approach, however, will tailor his treatment methods to a patient’s individual needs.
Max is a member of the Australian Chiropractors Association, the largest Chiropractic health body in Australia.
Outside the clinic you can find Max staying active either in the gym or playing indoor soccer with his friends.
Le Zhou
Remedial Massage Therapist
Diploma of Remedial Massage
Le Zhou is an experienced remedial therapist who joined BCNC in 2021. He brings over 10 years of massage therapy experience, nearly 20 years of dry needling practice, and four years of chiropractic clinical experience gained in China, giving him a strong and well-rounded musculoskeletal skill set.
Le specialises in the treatment of headaches, neck and shoulder conditions including frozen shoulder, as well as sciatica. His results-driven approach focuses on identifying the root cause of pain and restoring movement, helping clients reduce symptoms, improve function, and achieve long-lasting relief. By combining manual therapy with dry needling and clinical insight, Le delivers personalised care tailored to each client’s needs.
Known for his calm and professional manner, Le is committed to helping clients move better, feel stronger, and return to everyday activities with confidence.
Outside of work, Le enjoys spending time with his family and is a proud father to his 8-year-old daughter.
Rachael McCarthy
Remedial Massage Therapist
Diploma of Remedial Massage
Rachael is a qualified massage therapist with a strong commitment to ongoing education and evidence-informed care. She has been working in the massage industry since 2024 and brings experience supporting a broad range of clients, including NDIS-funded participants, individuals living with chronic pain, and corporate employees managing work-related tension and postural strain.
Rachael takes a thoughtful, client-centred approach to care, working to understand the underlying factors contributing to each person’s presenting concerns. She values a multidisciplinary model of health and wellbeing rather than treating symptoms in isolation.
Her treatments are designed to support improved mobility, reduced pain, postural correction, and relief from muscle tension. Rachael incorporates a range of techniques into her sessions, including deep tissue massage, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, cupping therapy, and both active and passive movement techniques. Where appropriate, she also provides take-home stretches to support ongoing progress between appointments.
Rachael enjoys working with clients who are motivated to better understand their bodies and who value a proactive, collaborative approach to their health, whether they are recovering from injury, managing persistent discomfort, or seeking to move and function more comfortably in daily life.
Outside the clinic, Rachael enjoys teaching yoga and Pilates, spending time in nature, and bringing people together through community-focused events.
Nadhirah Haleem
Dietitian
Bachelor of Nutrition Science, Masters of Dietetics
Nadhirah Haleem is an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) with over five years of experience supporting individuals, families, and communities to improve their health through practical, evidence-based nutrition. She holds a Master of Dietetics and a Bachelor of Nutrition Science from Monash University, and is Monash FODMAP trained, providing strong clinical credibility across metabolic and digestive health.
Nadhirah has a particular interest in Type 2 Diabetes, cholesterol management, gut health, and sustainable weight management. Her approach is personalised and non-restrictive, focusing on realistic strategies that support long-term behaviour change rather than short-term fixes. Clients often value her ability to translate complex nutrition science into clear, achievable actions that fit into everyday life.
Working across private practice and multidisciplinary clinics, Nadhirah collaborates closely with GPs, chiropractors, podiatrists, and other allied health professionals to ensure coordinated and holistic care. This integrated approach helps clients feel supported, confident, and empowered to make meaningful changes to their health.
Nadhirah places strong emphasis on mindfulness, balance, and nourishment, supporting clients to improve energy levels, metabolic health, and overall wellbeing while developing a healthier relationship with food. She is known for her warm, approachable style and her ability to create a safe, non-judgemental space where clients feel heard and understood.
Outside of work, you’ll find her cooking (her favourite therapy), playing netball or golf, or having coffee at Prosepena Bakery.
Arienne Bergamo
Chiropractic Assistant
Arienne has been a Chiropractic assistant at Bergamo Chiropractic and Nutrition since it’s inception in 2000. Arienne works Monday mornings. She has loved watching the children we have seen 25 years ago become teenages/adults to the older patients that are aging well.
On the days Arienne isn’t working with us, she is a support worker. Arienne is also a Mum to Kiara and Caleb who are now both Adults.
Arienne loves to bake and crochet and attend Ringwood Aquanation gymnasium.
Susan Meredith
Chiropractic Assistant
Susan has worked in various administrative/reception roles for over 30 years. She has enjoyed being a Chiropractic Assistant since 2009, especially entertaining small children and settling babies while families have appointments.
Along with her husband, Neale, and their two adult children, they have received the benefits of natural health care, particularly Chiropractic, over many years and Susan takes pleasure in sharing these benefits with others.
Susan also works for a Christian Bible college as a Spiritual Director for students. Then, to relax she likes to create things of beauty; anything from gardening, baking, & sewing to themed party decorating.
Justine de Jonge
Chiropractic Assistant
Justine de Jonge joined Bergamo Chiropractic and Nutrition Centre as a Chiropractic Assistant in mid-2025. She is qualified with a Bachelor of Science degree and a Graduate Diploma of Business (Marketing).
Her professional background has specialised in executive support, marketing and communications roles in the corporate, publishing and government sectors. She has a keen interest in the wellbeing of others and being of service to her local community.
In her spare time, Justine enjoys reading, cooking, going to the movies, yoga, hiking, road-tripping and travelling overseas.