I started my career working for Leicestershire Constabulary as a PA/ Secretary working in various departments from Human Resources to Account Management.  I was then transferred to Area Headquarters and took on a business manager role gaining qualifications in Business Management.  In 2004 I left the constabulary to work within the NHS as a PA to a Pediatric Cardiologist at Glenfield Hospital Leicester.  After 2 years I then decided to work within the private healthcare sector and worked for Priory at Sketchley Hall, Burbage the centre specialised in rehabilitation for patients with musculo-skeletal disorders, providing Functional Restoration Programmes.  Initially I was employed as their Business Office Supervisor to then eventually becoming the General Manager. As part of this role I was responsible for the day to day running of the unit, as well as promoting and developing new business.  I was responsible for staff management and recruitment and initiated staffs personal development through annual appraisals.  I worked very closely with the Healthcare Commission and helped develop clear care pathways for patients as well as co-coordinating the Clinical Governance.

Having originally started my career working within PA/Secretarial roles for Leicestershire Constabulary and an Advertising and PR Consultancy, I qualified in Marketing gaining my Chartered Institute of Marketing Diploma in 1989.  Since then I have worked within various marketing roles for both corporate companies and marketing consultancies specialising in the marketing communications side of the business.  My experience in the healthcare market comes from working at Priory Sketchley Hall, in Burbage, Leicestershire for 6 ½ years, a dedicated centre specialising in the education, prevention and treatment of all musculo-skeletal disorders until its closure in 2006.  As part of this small multi-disciplinary team I gained a great deal of experience in all aspects of the business including new business development, exhibition and seminar organisation, brand identity, statistical analysis through to customer care.  Having recently joined The Real Health Institute in Coventry I look forward to continuing to develop the opportunity for individuals to have the opportunity to attend functional restoration programmes for musculo-skeletal disorders.

I initially studied biological sciences and spent 13 years in scientific research before deciding to retrain as a physiotherapist.  I am a specialist in musculo-skeletal conditions, and have worked with patients with upper and lower limb disorders.  I have worked mainly within the NHS in Orthopaedic and spinal departments.  I have a keen interest in chronic pain disorders and have been involved in the development of a multi disciplinary programme for patients with fibromyalgia.    

I am a member of the Holistic Federation of Sports Therapists. Following 5 years of voluntary work with St. Johns Ambulance Brigade, I developed a keen interest in Exercise Fitness, Sports Injuries and First Aid, so I gained further qualifications at Solihull College. During my course, I worked for a local leisure club, and since qualifying as a Sports Therapist I work with my local Rugby club, which I continue to enjoy and develop with each season that passes. I am presently employed by The RealHealth Institute to deliver Functional Restoration Programmes and continue to broaden my knowledge and develop my skills to improve as a Sports Therapist.

"I realised that having pain does not mean one has to give up. It should never prevent one from achieving things."

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