Sydney West Sports Medicine location at Blacktown Exercise Sports and Technology Hub (BEST) in Rooty Hill is the home of some our best physiotherapists and exercise physiologists. We look forward to seeing you soon.
For any queries or for further information on at this location please contact Sydney West Sports Medicine on 1300 13 SWSM.
Sydney West Sports Medicine is owned and operated by a team of high profile sports medicine professionals. Our practitioners at Sydney West Sports Medicine are recognised as leaders in their field across many different sports. The team possesses an extensive client network at an elite and amateur sporting level, while also working with the general community on their health, disability, chronic conditions, and rehabilitation.
With expertise in a range of disciplines, our highly diverse and professional team at Sydney West Sports Medicine is committed to providing high quality services such as injury treatment, injury prevention and health promotion in a proven and successful model for patient management.
Brent Kirkbride is an experienced APA titled Sports Physiotherapist. He has been the NSW Institute of Sports Physiotherapy Consultant for the past six years, working with the state’s top 750 elite athletes, coaches and managers. He has also been the Medical Coordinator for Athletics Australia since 2001 and was a previous member of the NSW Sports Physiotherapy group committee.
Brent has gained extensive experience with many elite national and state teams in a variety of sports, including working with the Sydney Kings Basketball, GWS AFL, National Men’s and Women’s Water Polo teams, Athletics and more. He has also worked as a Physiotherapist at major sporting events including the Olympic and Commonwealth Games providing Physiotherapy services to treat pain or injuries and ensure the athletes were continually performing their best. This experience allows Brent to bring a vast range of practical knowledge to our patients at Sydney West Sports Medicine.
Brent also has a keen interest in biomechanics and its relation to injuries. He is also interested in the ways in which Physiotherapy and rehabilitation can aid the return to sport and/or work. As a result of his experience with aquatic sports, Brent has developed a particular interest in shoulder problems, while his experience in athletics provides him with great knowledge in all running related injuries, especially overuse and tendon injuries involving the lower limb and pelvis.
Brent has lectured extensively to Sports Physicians, Physiotherapists, coaches and athletes on a variety of topics relating to injuries and effective management. He has been involved in studies that have been published in international medical journals.
Through his vast range of experience and knowledge, Brent is passionate about providing the highest quality of care for all patients. This ensures Sydney West Sports Medicine maintains its reputation as one of the premier centres for effective management of all types of musculoskeletal injuries in NSW.
Brent Kirkbride is an experienced APA titled Sports Physiotherapist. He has been the NSW Institute of Sports Physiotherapy Consultant for the past six years, working with the state’s top 750 elite athletes, coaches and managers. He has also been the Medical Coordinator for Athletics Australia since 2001 and was a previous member of the NSW Sports Physiotherapy group committee.
Brent has gained extensive experience with many elite national and state teams in a variety of sports, including working with the Sydney Kings Basketball, GWS AFL, National Men’s and Women’s Water Polo teams, Athletics and more. He has also worked as a Physiotherapist at major sporting events including the Olympic and Commonwealth Games providing Physiotherapy services to treat pain or injuries and ensure the athletes were continually performing their best. This experience allows Brent to bring a vast range of practical knowledge to our patients at Sydney West Sports Medicine.
Brent also has a keen interest in biomechanics and its relation to injuries. He is also interested in the ways in which Physiotherapy and rehabilitation can aid the return to sport and/or work. As a result of his experience with aquatic sports, Brent has developed a particular interest in shoulder problems, while his experience in athletics provides him with great knowledge in all running related injuries, especially overuse and tendon injuries involving the lower limb and pelvis.
Brent has lectured extensively to Sports Physicians, Physiotherapists, coaches and athletes on a variety of topics relating to injuries and effective management. He has been involved in studies that have been published in international medical journals.
Through his vast range of experience and knowledge, Brent is passionate about providing the highest quality of care for all patients. This ensures Sydney West Sports Medicine maintains its reputation as one of the premier centres for effective management of all types of musculoskeletal injuries in NSW.
Michael graduated from Western Sydney University with a Bachelors of Sport and Exercise Science before going on to complete his Masters of Physiotherapy at the University of Sydney. Michael's passion for Physiotherapy has developed through his own background in sport particularly in soccer and cricket.
Michael has gained a wide range of experience from working in numerous high level sports settings including with Prospect United SC, Mt Druitt Town Rangers FC, Newington College Soccer, Athletics NSW, Netball NSW and Softball NSW.
Through his experience, Michael has gained a keen interest in the management of acute and chronic sporting and work injuries and enjoys working with clients in the rehabilitation process to ensure their return to work or high-performance sport. Michael looks to achieve this through the implementation of a combination of evidence-based treatment techniques including exercise prescription and manual therapy. Michael is also a strong advocate of continual professional development and lifelong learning.
Studying at The University of Sydney, Erin completed a Master of Physiotherapy in 2020 and holds a Bachelor of Exercise & Sport Science. Erin is a member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) with a keen interest in sport and musculoskeletal physiotherapy.
She has provided physiotherapy for several sporting organisations including Athletics NSW, Netball NSW and GPS Rugby. Erin is a National level Track & Field athlete, competing in the 800m/1500m events.
From a junior level, Erin has been involved in high performance sporting environments that fostered her passion for Physiotherapy. Erin also has experience establishing strength and conditioning programs with a view to help people manage osteoporosis, osteopenia, osteoarthritis, chronic back pain and functional dysfunction.
Erin is a firm advocate of individually tailored treatment and believes in supporting people of all ages through their recovery; educating about the body and training movement patterns to help people achieve their performance goals - whatever they may be.
As an EP, Zac is equipped with the knowledge, skills and competencies to design and deliver safe and effective exercise interventions for people with acute, sub-acute or chronic medical conditions, injuries or disabilities.
Since graduating, Zac has been sharpening his skills in the athletic development and sports injury rehabilitation realm. This has seen Zac help athletes from all different sports overcome various injuries and help them get back to what they love – something he is very passionate about!
As well as this, Zac also has experience working in a clinical setting, treating people with multiple different chronic conditions and injuries. Zac aspires to help people improve their quality of life through exercise and enable them to realise the many health benefits to long term physical activity.
Outside of the clinic, Zac enjoys playing basketball, watching any kind of sport, being outdoors and spending time with his dog, Pumba.
Vanessa is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) and Exercise Scientist (AES) at Sydney West Sports Medicine. She graduated with a Bachelor of Health Science (Sport & Exercise Science) and has completed her Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology.
Vanessa has a strong passion for working with clients with disabilities of all ages and abilities. She has extensive experience working within the NDIS sector and has a particular interest in physical, intellectual, cognitive, neurological, visual, hearing and psychosocial disabilities. She strives to improve the wellbeing and quality of life of her clients through implementing effective exercise services and ongoing education to the benefits of exercise.