Evado StudiosEssendon

Sean Walton

Practice Principal | Sports Physiotherapist

Master of Physiotherapy (Sports)
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours)

Sean is the Principal Physiotherapist at Evado Studios Essendon and he is passionate and motivated to help his clients achieve their health and fitness goals.

Sean has more than 10 years experience in the Sports and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy field and has worked extensively in professional sport during this time. He spent 2 seasons at Melbourne Victory F.C. which included travelling internationally for the Asian Champions League and overseeing the A-league and Academy Medical Services. Prior to this, Sean worked with St Kilda F.C. in the role of Head Physiotherapist for the Sandringham Zebra (VFL) and has previously worked with the Melbourne United Basketball Team. Given his sports experience, Sean strives to deliver the same elite standard of care received in professional sport to all Evado Studios’ clients. 

Sean takes a holistic approach when rehabilitating injuries, aiming to find the true cause of the problem and strongly advocates for on-going exercise to prevent injury and achieve long-term health and fitness goals.

Sean has completed a post-graduate Masters Degree in Sports Physiotherapy and teaches on the topics of sports injury rehabilitation and dry needling.  

Special interests:

• Sports injuries
• Post-operative rehabilitation
• Neck pain and headaches
• Adolescent injuries
• Lower back pain
• Foot & Ankle

Frank Care

Director | Sports Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Physiotherapy
Master of Physiotherapy (Sports)

Frank has 15 years experience in Sports and Spinal Physiotherapy having acquired his skills through a diverse exposure to sports and musculoskeletal patients. Frank’s experience in Sports Physiotherapy has seen him work with a large spectrum of athletes representing AFL, Rowing Australia, Athletics Australia, A-League Soccer and Swimming Australia. His work with these athletes has primarily focused on overuse injuries that require a complex and often long-term treatment/rehabilitation plan.

Frank is also passionate about treating chronic lower back pain in the general population. He believes the key to success is identifying ‘primary drivers’ to a patient’s pain and structuring rehabilitations programs to address these issues. It is for this reason that Frank began a 4-year Clinical Doctorate in 2015 investigating chronic lower back pain and the recovery benefits of Clinical Pilates.

Frank is a director of Evado Studios and has overseen its growth since its inception in 2011. He is proud of the concept of Evado Studios which offers programs to people of all ages and fitness levels.

Frank also oversees Evado Education – a professional development program that delivers courses and workshops for physiotherapists about the latest treatment and rehabilitation protocols for various musculo-skeletal conditions.

Special interests:

• Chronic lower back pain
• Hip & groin
• Clinical Pilates rehabilitation

Omer Turkmen

Physiotherapist

Master of Physiotherapy
Bachelor of Science (Neuroscience)
ASCA Level 1 Strength & Conditioning Coach
FIFA Diploma of Football Medicine (Current)

Omer has a passion to help people pursue their highest level of physical potential. He believes that every client requires a clear management plan, individually tailored to achieve their health and fitness goals.

Omer is currently a Physiotherapist at Coburg Lions FC (VFL) and Avondale FC (NPL). He has previously worked with South Melbourne FC and Melbourne Victory FC. He has applied physiotherapy, strength and conditioning principles from the onset of an individual’s injury until their return to performance. Omer strives to deliver the gold-standard care in an elite sports medicine setting to all of his clients, from elite athletes to the weekend warrior.

Omer currently plays futsal competitively, with an extensive sporting background in football (soccer), tennis, and swimming. He enjoys talking about travelling and sports.

Special Interests:

• Sports Injuries
• Adolescent Injuries
• Lower Limb Injuries
• Post-Operative Rehabilitation

Jennifer Tan

Operations Manager

Bachelor of Education (Primary)
Diploma of Interior Design & Decoration

Jennifer joined Evado Studios in 2016 at the Point Cook clinic when it had first opened. At the time, she was studying her Bachelors in Education at Australian Catholic University and has since completed her degree.

Jennifer was drawn to Evado Studios’ mission statement ‘to give people the belief and confidence they can take their health to the next level’. She enjoys helping clients find the right pathway whether it being clinical or fitness. She is constantly motivated by each clients’ individual journey and their progression to fitness. 

Over the years, Jennifer has built strong relationships with clients and staff alike, and enjoys the variety of services that Evado has to offer. From this experience, her knowledge in leadership and managing relationships have been implemented in her work ethic. This has led her to continue her role as an Operations Manager for the Evado Group.

Outside of work, Jennifer enjoys eating at trendy restaurants and going on hikes. 

Paul Jackson

Personal Trainer | Pilates Instructor

Certificate IV Pilates 
Certificate IV Fitness 
Bachelor of Exercise Science (Clinical Practice)
Masters of Clinical Exercise & Rehabilitation (Current)

Paul is an Exercise Scientist with more than 8 years’ experience teaching across fitness and Pilates settings to help clients build physical function and meet their goals. He takes an individualised and adaptable approach to exercise programming to ensure he meets each person where they are. 

A firm believer that exercise should be fun, Paul advocates for variety as a key ingredient in any exercise program and is skilled at assisting clients integrate exercise into other aspects of life for sustainable and long-term results. He aims to bring clarity to an industry crowded with complexity - bridging the gap between research and the needs of the person in front of him whilst taking an evidence-based approach and incorporating principles of health at every size.

Whether it be lifting a heavy barbell, accumulating kilometres on the rowing machine, taking a long walk or simply rolling on the floor - Paul is a lifelong lover of movement.  A trained contemporary dancer, he is a practicing dance artist with a keen interest in walking patterns and using gravity to develop movement efficiency.

Paul is currently undertaking a Masters of Clinical Exercise and Rehabilitation at Victoria University, gaining more specialised knowledge in the design and management of exercise programs for people living with chronic conditions and mental illness. 

Bronwyn O'Brien

Personal Trainer | Pilates Instructor

Certificate III & IV Fitness
Bachelor of Arts
Masters of Nutrition
Spin & Boxing Instructor

Bronwyn is a certified Personal Trainer, Mat & Reformer Pilates, Spin and Boxing instructor, as well as a qualified Dietitian. She has been in the fitness industry for over 25 years and has always been passionate about health and fitness.

From a young age, Bronwyn realised that she wanted a career in the fitness industry, becoming a qualified gym instructor at the age of 18. She then competed in bodybuilding as a junior and won the title Junior Ms Melbourne. She went on further in her later years to represent Australia internationally winning Ms Universe & World Figure BodyBuilding.

After recognising that nutrition is an integral part of health and fitness, Bronwyn became a qualified Nutritionist and has been practising in private practice.

Bronwyn has been teaching both mat and reformer Pilates for almost 20 years. Her classes consist of a combination of exercises to help stretch the body whilst also feeling the burn.

Sarah Ingram

Personal Trainer | Admin Assistant

Certificate III & IV Fitness
Bachelor of Health Science/Applied Science

Sarah has been a part of the Evado administrative team since the opening of our studio here in Essendon. Sarah's connection to the clinic is her passion for sports and recovery. She competes in VFL women's here in Melbourne, while studying a Bachelor of Health Science / Applied Science at RMIT university to soon become an Osteopath.

Sarah loves that here at Evado we are helping everyone to recover and prevent injuries by building strength and general fitness to feel and move better. 

On weekends Sarah likes to get outdoors, go to the gym and she enjoys catching up with friends and family.

Chiara Fiorillo

Administrative Assistant

Bachelor of Laws (Honours) (Current)

Chiara loves the fun and encouraging environment that Evado presents, where she can witness people achieve their own health and fitness goals. She enjoys the opportunity in interacting with clients and creating a positive Evado experience. 

Chiara has a passion for health and fitness, competing as a netballer, dancer and participating in charity runs. Her passion led her to Evado where she started as a client, taking Pilates classes and seeing Evado's clinical nutritionist before joining the team in 2022. 

Outside of work, Chiara is currently studying a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) at LaTrobe University and also takes Acting classes. 

In her spare time, she loves hanging out with friends, going on long walks and to the gym, as well as visiting Melbourne's beautiful restaurants.

Melissa Steward

Administrative Assistant

Certificate III in Fitness
Bachelor of Health Science
Master of Physiotherapy (Current) 

Melissa is excited to be working in an active and supportive environment created by the team at Evado Studios Essendon. She is completing a Master of Physiotherapy and enjoys seeing clients progress towards their rehabilitation and fitness goals. 

Melissa is very passionate about the importance of health and well-being. She strongly believes that building strength and staying active can have profound benefits for everyone, no matter what their goals and lifestyle may be. 

Aside from work and study, Melissa is continuing her own injury rehabilitation journey to get her back towards running and playing netball which she loves. When she finds time, Melissa will be with friends and family over a great meal or discovering some tranquility on various hiking trails around Melbourne and beyond. 

Alyssa Russo

Administrative Assistant

Bachelor of Science (Current)

Alyssa is currently study a Bachelor of Science at The University of Melbourne and is aspiring to become a Physiotherapist. She enjoys seeing clients work hard to achieve their fitness goals.

Alyssa is a sports enthusiast and has participated in a number of sports including netball and tennis. Her interest in sport and helping others overcome their injuries has sparked her interest in studying this field of science.

In her spare time she likes to go down to the coast and spend time with friends and family.

Nicola Parastatidis

Administrative Assistant

Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Physiotherapy)
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (Current)

Nicola is currently studying a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science at La Trobe University and aspires to be a Physiotherapist. 

She has a passion for sport and fitness, having played a number of sports including football and netball growing up. Nicola loves to watch football and attend matches to support my favourite team, Collingwood.

In her spare time, she enjoys playing and watching sports, going to the gym and spending time with friends and family.