About Wilson Osteopathy
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
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.
Stefano Pagano
Stefano qualified with a 5-year full time program at International College of Osteopathic Medicine (I.C.O.M.) in Italy where he obtained his D.O. qualification followed by a Master in Osteopathic Medicine (M.Ost.) at Kingston University in London.
During his years of studying he also qualified as Massage Therapist, volunteered as therapist at “Deejay Triathlon” and “International Rugby Sevens Tournament” in Milan, and worked in two Crossfit Box gyms.
His dissertation “Can Osteopathic treatment influence shoulder pain and grip strength in athletes affected by shoulder pain?” reflects his passion for sports and his wish to help athletes on their path to performance, optimization and health maintenance.
He has treated a wide variety of patients from athletes, pregnant women, office workers and the elderly. He believes that different osteopathic techniques specific to each case, in combination with a positive attitude of the patient lead to the best results. In his free time, Stefano likes to practice Olympic weightlifting, hiking, cooking and enjoying the great outdoors.
Stefano qualified with a 5-year full time program at International College of Osteopathic Medicine (I.C.O.M.) in Italy where he obtained his D.O. qualification followed by a Master in Osteopathic Medicine (M.Ost.) at Kingston University in London.
During his years of studying he also qualified as Massage Therapist, volunteered as therapist at “Deejay Triathlon” and “International Rugby Sevens Tournament” in Milan, and worked in two Crossfit Box gyms.
His dissertation “Can Osteopathic treatment influence shoulder pain and grip strength in athletes affected by shoulder pain?” reflects his passion for sports and his wish to help athletes on their path to performance, optimization and health maintenance.
He has treated a wide variety of patients from athletes, pregnant women, office workers and the elderly. He believes that different osteopathic techniques specific to each case, in combination with a positive attitude of the patient lead to the best results. In his free time, Stefano likes to practice Olympic weightlifting, hiking, cooking and enjoying the great outdoors.
Brad Timberlake
Brad is a registered osteopath that was raised in Mount Maunganui. He has a Master of Osteopathy from Unitec Auckland and a Diploma in Fitness Training from Auckland University of Technology. He has spent his time practicing between the Bay of Plenty region and Sydney, Australia.
Brad treats a broad variety of conditions ranging from acute sporting injuries to those involving chronic pain and disability. He is primarily a structural Osteopath that uses a combination of soft tissue massage, joint mobilisation and joint manipulation to achieve results. Brad also specialises in rehabilitation and exercise prescription. Before pursuing a career in Osteopathy Brad was an operational Medic in New Zealand’s Army.
Brad is a registered osteopath that was raised in Mount Maunganui. He has a Master of Osteopathy from Unitec Auckland and a Diploma in Fitness Training from Auckland University of Technology. He has spent his time practicing between the Bay of Plenty region and Sydney, Australia.
Brad treats a broad variety of conditions ranging from acute sporting injuries to those involving chronic pain and disability. He is primarily a structural Osteopath that uses a combination of soft tissue massage, joint mobilisation and joint manipulation to achieve results. Brad also specialises in rehabilitation and exercise prescription. Before pursuing a career in Osteopathy Brad was an operational Medic in New Zealand’s Army.
Martina Cattaneo
Martina qualified from a 5-year full time program at International College of Osteopathic Medicine (ICOM) in Milan. Then she attended Kingston University in London where she obtained her Master in Osteopathic Medicine (M.Ost.).
During her studies, Martina treated a wide range of patients, including the elderly, office workers and active adolescents. She took part in a 1-year paediatric internship at ICOM, where she developed a passion for pediatric osteopathy by assisting in a wide range of treatments for children and babies.
Martina is a caring person who enjoys working to promote patient’s holistic wellbeing and adjusts her techniques accordingly. In her free time Martina enjoys cooking, baking, travelling, watching films, bush walking, and spending time with her family.
Martina qualified from a 5-year full time program at International College of Osteopathic Medicine (ICOM) in Milan. Then she attended Kingston University in London where she obtained her Master in Osteopathic Medicine (M.Ost.).
During her studies, Martina treated a wide range of patients, including the elderly, office workers and active adolescents. She took part in a 1-year paediatric internship at ICOM, where she developed a passion for pediatric osteopathy by assisting in a wide range of treatments for children and babies.
Martina is a caring person who enjoys working to promote patient’s holistic wellbeing and adjusts her techniques accordingly. In her free time Martina enjoys cooking, baking, travelling, watching films, bush walking, and spending time with her family.