Andrew Wilson-Clinic Director
Andrew has been in practice for 30 years and has a passion for helping people with difficult or chronic injuries.
Andrew has researched extensively and puts his experience and research to good use. He has published 3 books including a text book on effective injury management. He has currently developed a series of seminars called ‘Osteopathic Master Class’ which he teaches in New Zealand and overseas. He is able to attract and mentor talented young osteopaths to join him in the clinic.
Andrew is also involved in creating healthy work environments and has developed a number of original products to assist good posture (see product list). He is actively involved in work place assessments and health, particularly in office environments. He consults widely including Buro, OfficeMax, Trustpower and legal and accounting firms. He is available for consultation. When not working Andrew is a busy family man, and spends time running, cycling, canoeing, paddle boarding, and dancing salsa. He enjoys travel and is a wine enthusiast. You can contact him directly at: andrew@oaw.net.nz
Andrew has been in practice for 30 years and has a passion for helping people with difficult or chronic injuries.
Andrew has researched extensively and puts his experience and research to good use. He has published 3 books including a text book on effective injury management. He has currently developed a series of seminars called ‘Osteopathic Master Class’ which he teaches in New Zealand and overseas. He is able to attract and mentor talented young osteopaths to join him in the clinic.
Andrew is also involved in creating healthy work environments and has developed a number of original products to assist good posture (see product list). He is actively involved in work place assessments and health, particularly in office environments. He consults widely including Buro, OfficeMax, Trustpower and legal and accounting firms. He is available for consultation. When not working Andrew is a busy family man, and spends time running, cycling, canoeing, paddle boarding, and dancing salsa. He enjoys travel and is a wine enthusiast. You can contact him directly at: andrew@oaw.net.nz
Paul Russell
Paul achieved a Distinction award for his Masters Degree in Osteopathy from the College of Osteopaths in London. Paul's background is originally in the NZ music industry where he enjoyed a successful career as a professional drummer. He was a founding member of the group Supergroove, and as a session musician, has worked with many other artists, including Che Fu, Anika Moa, Brooke Fraser, and Daniel Bedingfield. Paul relocated to London in 2006, where he became a full-time cast member of the hit West End musical 'Stomp'. Highlights include performing at events such as the Royal Variety Performance, the FA Cup final at Wembley Stadium, and the London 2012 Olympic Games Closing Ceremony. It was through this role that Paul developed his own interest in the body's capacity for health and maintenance, and as a therapist he has been able to work alongside, and treat a wide variety of performing artists, dancers, and musicians. Throughout his studies Paul also worked as a sports massage therapist at a multi-disciplinary clinic in Covent Garden, treating a range of clients, from London Marathon runners to busy office professionals. Paul's enjoys finding tailored solutions to individual musculoskeletal problems, and working in partnership with his patients to maximise the body's potential for recovery and improved health. Paul is married with two daughters, and in his spare time enjoys surfing, cooking, and still loves creating and performing music!
Paul achieved a Distinction award for his Masters Degree in Osteopathy from the College of Osteopaths in London. Paul's background is originally in the NZ music industry where he enjoyed a successful career as a professional drummer. He was a founding member of the group Supergroove, and as a session musician, has worked with many other artists, including Che Fu, Anika Moa, Brooke Fraser, and Daniel Bedingfield. Paul relocated to London in 2006, where he became a full-time cast member of the hit West End musical 'Stomp'. Highlights include performing at events such as the Royal Variety Performance, the FA Cup final at Wembley Stadium, and the London 2012 Olympic Games Closing Ceremony. It was through this role that Paul developed his own interest in the body's capacity for health and maintenance, and as a therapist he has been able to work alongside, and treat a wide variety of performing artists, dancers, and musicians. Throughout his studies Paul also worked as a sports massage therapist at a multi-disciplinary clinic in Covent Garden, treating a range of clients, from London Marathon runners to busy office professionals. Paul's enjoys finding tailored solutions to individual musculoskeletal problems, and working in partnership with his patients to maximise the body's potential for recovery and improved health. Paul is married with two daughters, and in his spare time enjoys surfing, cooking, and still loves creating and performing music!
Zuzana Povazanova
Zuzana has been working with manual therapies since 2009. She first qualified in holistic massage then completed a degree in Osteopathy at the College of Osteopaths in London. She has treated a wide variety of patients, from sports people, office workers, children, pregnant women to elderly patients. She volunteered as a therapist at the London Olympics and London Marathon. Zuzana believes that correct diagnosis is the key to effective treatment and it is important to engage the patient in the whole process through education, treatment and rehabilitation. She combines various techniques in her treatment tailoring it to the individual. In her spare time Zuzana loves travelling and spent 9 months exploring the world. Her other passions are dancing salsa and practising martial arts, particularly Aikido and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Zuzana has been working with manual therapies since 2009. She first qualified in holistic massage then completed a degree in Osteopathy at the College of Osteopaths in London. She has treated a wide variety of patients, from sports people, office workers, children, pregnant women to elderly patients. She volunteered as a therapist at the London Olympics and London Marathon. Zuzana believes that correct diagnosis is the key to effective treatment and it is important to engage the patient in the whole process through education, treatment and rehabilitation. She combines various techniques in her treatment tailoring it to the individual. In her spare time Zuzana loves travelling and spent 9 months exploring the world. Her other passions are dancing salsa and practising martial arts, particularly Aikido and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Andrea Smith
Andrea completed her Master’s degree at the British College of Osteopathic Medicine, London. Over the past 2 years, Andrea has gained experience treating a diverse range of age groups, including acute, and long-standing chronic pain conditions. Andrea has treated professional sports teams, including Rugby Union, League and the American NFL. Andrea believes osteopathy offers a potent source of treatment, education and support for the patient’s recovery and optimal health. Andrea is particularly interested in sports injuries, chronic pain and preventative care - recognising that every patient’s needs differ and enjoys creating individual, personalised treatment plans for her patients. Andrea has an adventurous streak that she often combines with fundraising for charities – this includes hiking to Mt Everest’s Base Camp and more recently running the London Marathon in 2017.
Andrea completed her Master’s degree at the British College of Osteopathic Medicine, London. Over the past 2 years, Andrea has gained experience treating a diverse range of age groups, including acute, and long-standing chronic pain conditions. Andrea has treated professional sports teams, including Rugby Union, League and the American NFL. Andrea believes osteopathy offers a potent source of treatment, education and support for the patient’s recovery and optimal health. Andrea is particularly interested in sports injuries, chronic pain and preventative care - recognising that every patient’s needs differ and enjoys creating individual, personalised treatment plans for her patients. Andrea has an adventurous streak that she often combines with fundraising for charities – this includes hiking to Mt Everest’s Base Camp and more recently running the London Marathon in 2017.
Jade Burch
Jade completed her Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Biology and her Masters Degree in Osteopathy at Unitec in Auckland. During this time she also completed her yoga teacher training and believes the combination of osteopathy and yoga complement one another to provide excellent patient outcomes. Jade enjoys treating all types of musculoskeletal issues but has a keen interest in treating headaches, neck pain, pregnancy related issues, and dysfunctional breathing patterns. Jade has completed a research project investigating dysfunctional breathing from which she has developed some excellent treatment techniques. Jade has an active sporting background playing water polo at regional level for a number of years, participating as a lifeguard at Waihi Beach, and she danced for ten years. Jade is well travelled and has worked in the UK and Australia and continues to have a passion for exploring the world. In her free time, she is a keen yogini, loves being in the water, enjoys taking her beach cruiser for a spin, and likes to get to the mountains for snowboarding.
Jade completed her Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Biology and her Masters Degree in Osteopathy at Unitec in Auckland. During this time she also completed her yoga teacher training and believes the combination of osteopathy and yoga complement one another to provide excellent patient outcomes. Jade enjoys treating all types of musculoskeletal issues but has a keen interest in treating headaches, neck pain, pregnancy related issues, and dysfunctional breathing patterns. Jade has completed a research project investigating dysfunctional breathing from which she has developed some excellent treatment techniques. Jade has an active sporting background playing water polo at regional level for a number of years, participating as a lifeguard at Waihi Beach, and she danced for ten years. Jade is well travelled and has worked in the UK and Australia and continues to have a passion for exploring the world. In her free time, she is a keen yogini, loves being in the water, enjoys taking her beach cruiser for a spin, and likes to get to the mountains for snowboarding.