Appointment Hotline
Tel: +65 6887 5458
WhatsApp: +65 8826 8927
Email: info@bodyworks.com.sg
Meet the
team
Our team of qualified healthcare practitioners
Dealing with health issues can be challenging and you should not have to go it alone. The members of our team at Bodyworks Studio are certified, highly skilled, and experienced care providers who always have your best interest and wellbeing at heart. Meet the faces that are running our physiotherapy and osteopathy practice, and schedule an appointment today.
Samuel Kan
Physiotherapist | Osteopath | Rolfer
MPT BSc USA DOMP Can Rolfer RISI USA
Sam is the founder of Bodyworks Studio. Graduating with a Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from Loma Linda University in California, USA, Sam worked in hospitals and private practices in both USA and Singapore before setting up his own practice in 1997 at Tanglin Shopping Centre. Sam studied with the Rolf Institute of Structural Integration (RISI) and became a certified Rolfer. Rolfing is built on myofascial release techniques which focus on the connective tissue in the body, also known as fascia. Working with fascia has opened up his mind to the capacity of the body's connective tissue and how its pervasiveness makes it such an important component we cannot overlook. His quest to deepen his knowledge led him to complete a Diplomate in Osteopathic Manipulative Theory & Practice from the Osteopathic College of Ontario, Canada, giving his patients more options over a wide range of conditions. Having honed his craft over a span of more than 20 years, Sam’s forward-thinking approach to diagnosis and treatment of physical dysfunction has led him to attend annual international osteopathy and physical therapy conferences and workshops in Germany, Canada and the UK. He is a registered member of Allied Health Professions Council, Singapore Physiotherapy Association, Rolf Institute of Structural Integration and the Ontario Federation of Osteopathic Professionals. If you’re looking for a practitioner with a wealth and depth of experience in manual therapy, let Sam manage your wellness and healthcare. From a basic consultation to diagnosing and treating ailments, make an appointment and see how Sam can help you today.
Nicole Lu
BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy |
Dip Sports & Exercise Science
Ingrained with the exposure of playing sports whilst growing up, Nicole knew she wanted to be a tennis coach and undertook a Diploma in Sports & Exercise Science. However, after a back injury and a trip to the physiotherapist later, she was inspired to study physiotherapy in the University of Bradford (UK). She began her physiotherapy career in 2012 at Singapore General Hospital (SGH). Whilst at her stint in SGH, she was given the opportunity to treat patients from both in- and out- patients in orthopaedics, medical and geriatrics disciplines, including coverage at the Autoimmune & Rheumatology Centre. She was part of the medical team for the Standard Chartered Marathon in 2014/15. Through patients’ recognition, she was awarded the Singapore Health Quality Service Award in Silver. Through the years, she has gained invaluable insights working at a private hospital, a private nursing home and being a locum physiotherapist in various clinics all across Singapore. During the pandemic, she explored teaching a geriatrics subject at Temasek Polytechnic as an adjunct lecturer. As part of her career milestone, she also gave an interview on The Straits Times: The Big Story on 5th January 2022 on tips for elderly persons on living well. Nicole also acknowledges the need for other rehabilitative tools to help her patients’ recovery and thus, had equipped herself with knowledge in DMA Clinical Pilates, OMT Dry Needling and being a Rock Tape practitioner. With Nicole’s calm demeanour and adaptability, you will find yourself in her good hands at Bodyworks Studio. Her interest lies in conditions of the spine and she strongly believes in the powerful combination of the touch of her hands and a curated exercise programme to help her patients achieve a desired functional level. Nicole enjoys watching criminal documentaries, runs and works out regularly and still plays tennis.
Timothy Wong
BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
Timothy graduated with BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy from Glasgow Caledonian University. Having worked in one of the biggest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, he has seen a diverse group of patients with both acute and chronic conditions. Furthermore, the challenge of patients presenting with multi-morbidities does not make therapy an easy feat. Timothy continues to be an active member of ‘The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy’ in the United Kingdom. He continuously updates his knowledge of latest treatments and evidence-based approaches so that he can carry over such knowledge to his practice. Timothy has taken special interest in understanding natural asymmetries of the body and how it produces the common conditions/pathologies that we experience. Using the diaphragm and pelvic mechanics from the Postural Restoration Institute (United States) to treat upper and lower body pathologies, exercises involving the diaphragm and pelvis can largely affect recovery from various conditions. With much consideration in the 22,000 breaths that humans take per day, breathwork with the right guidance and tweaks to exercises can largely impact recovery. Combining with the knowledge of myofascial work and manual therapy, a holistic treatment approach is usually taken to solve the root causes of injuries and conditions. Timothy’s interest in sports started at a young age, where he was competitive in soccer, basketball at the school level, before taking special interest in running while he was serving National Service in the army. Being a semi-competitive runner, Timothy trains and competes in races frequently, majoring in the 5k and 10k. Recovery and nutrition has been important to him to allow peak performance through his intense training. He has been through the common injuries that runners and athletes experience, therefore leading him to have a deeper understanding of the reasons behind many of these injuries. He has also delved into the biomechanics of running to improve his performance and reduce injury risks for himself and fellow athletes. Through his personal experience of the physical condition required in sports, Timothy has treated many sports athletes successfully and his patients are referred to him mainly by word of mouth. For many young active individuals seeking relief for pain and the need to optimise performance, Timothy’s proven track record will expedite their road to recovery.
Our clinic assistants
Our job is to delight every customer!
When our patients need help or have questions, they call our clinic assistants. We know our services thoroughly; we schedule appointments, handle payments, communicate with our patients and provide invaluable support to our therapy team. We attend to many people from all walks of life and manage plenty of telephone calls every day; we answer questions, give directions, provide options, offer advice and even provide a listening ear every now and then.
We are communicators with the ability to explain complicated things simply. But above all else, we are here to help! We measure our success by the speed, accuracy and clarity of our responses and the number smiles and compliments we receive from our patients.
Sharon
Sharon is a people oriented person with many years of customer service experience. Patients really appreciate how totally positive, friendly and approachable she is and how she is able to put herself in their shoes. Sharon prides herself on her efficiency in getting things done and her ability to multi task effectively. She builds relationships with our patients and cares for their wellbeing. By reaching out to our patients who are in need, she does her bit in educating patients on the importance of therapy and the difference it can make in their lives.
Lilian
Lilian has spent most of her working years in the service industry. She is always willing to go above and beyond to serve patients and exceed their expectations. Lilian's experience has taught her that the learning cannot stop if she wants to grow and she constantly works to improve her knowledge and skills. She brings with her a strong work ethic and the determination to maintain the highest levels of customer satisfaction.
