Practitioners
Dr Paul Bergamo
Dr Paul Bergamo completed his Chiropractic degree in 1995 from RMIT University. Paul has been owner and Principal Chiropractor of Bergamo Chiropractic and Nutrition Centre, a natural, multi-disciplinary centre in Boronia, since 2000. In 2003, he completed a post graduate Diploma (Nutrition) from Deakin University and has had two past lecturing appointments teaching chiropractic students nutrition at RMIT and CQU. He has completed all 16 modules of the Carrick Post Graduate Neurology program and successfully completed a Diplomate of the American College Neurology Board (DACNB). Paul is Past Chair of the Nutrition Interest Group (NIG) for the Australian Chiropractic Association (ACA) and Past President of the Chiropractic Association of Australia ( CAA) Victoria. Paul is Founder and host of the podcast show BACKchat, where health experts and inspirational individuals are interviewed on the five pillars of Health: "Thinking, Eating, Moving, Sleeping and your Neurology." For a free download of any of the 30 shows released, click: https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/backchat/id972497993..
Paul loves to spend time with his family, catch up with friends and exercise at the gym.
B. App. Sc (Clin Sci), B.C.Sc (Chiro), DACNB. Member of ACA,CCP
Grad Dip of Health Science (Nutrition)
Host of BACKchat
Le Zhou
Le Zhou has been involved in the massage therapy industry for over 5 years, with a vast array of knowledge and experience, working at different centres. He has completed a Diploma in Remedial Massage Therapy and is a member of Australian Natural Therapists Association. He speaks both English and Mandarin.
When you come in for an appointment, Le will perform an initial assessment which includes the assessment of posture, muscle tension and movement, to customise a treatment plan suited to each individual. His treatments include deep tissue massage, lymphatic drainage treatment, sports massage, cupping, dry needling, stretching and home exercises.
When Le is away from the clinic, he enjoys being with his young family, loves cooking and really enjoys outdoor activities.
Andrew Hobbs
Andrew is a Certified Remedial Massage Therapist and holds a Diploma in Remedial Massage Therapy HLT52015 from RMIT University.
He is also a Member of Massage & Myotherapy Australia.
Until his late Thirties Andrew suffered with chronic pain and stress from a functional scoliosis and neck issues.
After getting to the root cause of the issues and using corrective strategies, he no longer puts up with chronic pain.
This led Andrew to change careers to assist people dealing with chronic Musculoskeletal pain, injuries or just improving their feelings of wellness and quality of life.
Outside of work Andrew likes to spend time with his family, camping, listening to and playing music and self improvement.
Chiropractic Assistants
Arienne Bergamo
Arienne has been a Chiropractic Assistant at Bergamo Chiropractic and Nutrition, since its inception in 2000. Arienne works Monday mornings. She has loved watching the children we have seen fifteen years ago become teenagers, to the older patients that are ageing well. She has a background in Hospitality with a Diploma from Box Hill Institute and also works part time at Mitcham GymbaROO. She is also a mum to Kiara and Caleb who are both in their teenage years. She loves to bake and attend the new Ringwood Aquanation gymnasium for a Tai Chi Class.
Anna Schurink
Anna has completed her Certificate III in Sport and Recreation through the AFL Traineeship program and has completed a Bachelor of Health Science – Majoring in Nutrition, Psychology and Exercise Science at Deakin University. Anna is currently in her 4th year of Bachelor of Health Science/Applied Science (Chiropractic) at RMIT University, and thoroughly enjoying it. She works as a Sports Trainer on the weekends, for three teams at local football club in Preston. She has a background in Hospitality and Aged Care, with a huge passion of caring for others.
In her spare time, she enjoys the great outdoors with camping, trail walks and hiking with friends, as well as high intensity gym sessions in the gym or at home. When indoors she loves keeping her house clean, baking, making smoothies, decorating cakes and spending time with her Husband.
Susan Meredith
Susan has worked in various administrative/reception roles for 28 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 two young adult children, they have received the benefits of natural health care, particularly Chiropractic, over many years and she takes pleasure in sharing these benefits with others.
Susan studies Pastoral care part-time, online, believing in being a life-long learner, and mentors young female leaders in the community. To relax she likes to create beautiful spaces, anything from gardening to decorating for parties.
Kiara Bergamo
Kiara graduated from Yarra Valley Grammar school in 2018. Through studying the subject psychology in high school, she has developed a love for psychological science, and is therefore studying a Bachelor of Arts at the University of Melbourne, majoring in Psychology. Kiara also studied Chinese mandarin throughout high school, and intends to continue the language at the University of Melbourne in 2019. Kiara also has experience in customer service, from working at IGA since 2015.
Kiara enjoys singing and dancing, where she was in the Australian Girls Choir from 2007 until 2018, as well as dancing in multiple dance schools in her local area across 11 years. Kiara also volunteers at her local nursing home, which she has been doing since 2016, providing enjoyment for the elderly people who do not get many visitors.