Meet the team and learn about the expertise that each of our staff members bring to London City Physiotherapy
Chartered Physiotherapist
Charlie Brahmbhatt is an experienced sports physiotherapist specialising in sports injury rehabilitation and post-operative recovery. With a background in international amateur boxing and a Master’s in Sports Medicine, Exercise and Health from UCL, he helps patients return to sport and everyday activities. Qualifications and Experiance BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy MSc (Sports Medicine, Exercise and Health) MHCPC (Member of the Health and Care Professions Council) MCSP (Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy)
Sports, Musculoskeletal and orthopaedic rehabilitation
Rúben Cordeiro is a physiotherapist at London City Physiotherapy specialising in musculoskeletal conditions, sports injury rehabilitation and manual therapy. With postgraduate training in osteopathic techniques, acupuncture and dry needling, he takes an individualised approach to helping patients improve movement and recover from injury. Qualifications and Clinical Experience BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy, MSc manipulative/ osteopathic techniques, HCPC registered, MCSP
Sports and spinal injuries
Clare Whitaker is an experienced physiotherapist specialising in musculoskeletal conditions, sports injuries, Pilates-based rehabilitation and recovery after surgery. She has a particular interest in endurance athletes and helping patients manage pain, improve movement and return to their daily activities. Clare’s Qualifications & Certifications MCSP BSc. Physiotherapy MA Pain & Neuroscience Certified Pilates Instructor (APPI)
Pilates Instructor/Personal Trainer
Diane Purton is a personal trainer, Pilates instructor and sports therapist at London City Physiotherapy. With comprehensive training in Pilates mat work and studio equipment, she provides personalised sessions tailored to individual abilities and goals. A former international age-group triathlete, Diane also brings her sporting experience to helping clients improve posture, body awareness and physical performance. Qualifications & Professional Training Diploma in Personal Training and Sports Therapy (2002) Comprehensive Pilates Qualification — Reformer, Trapeze Table, Barrels, Chair, Mat Work Level 1 & 2 (Balanced Body University, 2010–2012) Additional Balanced Body University Modules (2012): Pilates Mat and Roller Orbit Pilates Mat and Ring Pilates Arc
Massage Therapist
ISRM/BTEC Level 5 Diploma in Sports and Remedial Massage — London School of Sports and Remedial Massage Certified Ashtanga Yoga Teacher
Chartered Physiotherapist
MSc (Pain) B. Pthy (Bachelor of Physiotherapy) MHCPC (Member of the Health and Care Professions Council) MCSP (Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy) MIASP (Member of the Irish Association of Chartered Physiotherapists) MPPA (Member of the Pilates Professionals Association) Fully Certified Pilates Instructor (APPI – Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute)
Chartered Physiotherapist
MCSP (Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy) BSc. Physiotherapy Pg. Dip Orthopaedic Medicine (Postgraduate Diploma in Orthopaedic Medicine) Certified Pilates Instructor (APPI) (Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute) Adv. Dip Musculoskeletal Medicine (Advanced Diploma in Musculoskeletal Medicine)
Chartered Physiotherapist
B.App.Sci. (Physiotherapy) (Bachelor of Applied Science in Physiotherapy) MCSP (Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy) MHPC (Member of the Health and Care Professions Council) Post Graduate Diploma in Rehabilitation Post Graduate Diploma in Sports Medicine Post Graduate Diploma in MDT (McKenzie Therapy) Registered Physiotherapy Acupuncturist
Chartered Physiotherapist
BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy — University of East London MHCPC (Member of the Health and Care Professions Council) MCSP (Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy) Certified Massage Therapist Certified Personal Trainer
Chartered Physiotherapist
BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy — University of East London (First Class Honours) MCSP (Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy) MHCPC (Member of the Health and Care Professions Council) MAACP (Member of the Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists) Workstation Ergonomist — Registered with I.O.S.H (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health)
Chartered Physiotherapist
BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy — University of Cagliari MSc (Pain and Neuro-Musculoskeletal Dysfunctions) — Milan MHCPC (Member of the Health and Care Professions Council) MCSP (Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy) AACP (Accredited Member of the Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists)
Chartered Physiotherapist
Grad. Dip. Phys (Graduate Diploma in Physiotherapy) MCSP (Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy) MHCPC Reg. (Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council) Member of The Australian Physiotherapy & Pilates Institute (APPI)
Head of Pilates
BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy STOTT Level 2 Matwork and Reformer Certification APPI Equipment Certification (Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, Barrels) Pilates Institute Matwork Diploma Body Control Matwork Certification YMCA Personal Trainer Award
Chartered Physiotherapist
APPI – Pilates AACP – Acupuncture BSc (Hons) MCSP HCPC
Pilates Instructor
Body Control Pilates Certified Practitioner, Polestar Pilates Certified Practitioner (Studio apparatus and Mat) .Pilates Foundation UK Fully Qualified Practitioner (Studio apparatus and Mat), registered Teacher with the Society for the Pilates Method, Member of the Body Control Pilates Academy, Back 4 Good Practitioner, Gyrotonic Expansion System Certified, formerly Royal Academy of Dance Qualified Teacher.