Meet The Team
Nadine Simmonds
Director & Chiropractor BHSc.B.App.Sc (Chiropractic) Remedial Therapist DipRemMas , Spinal Decompression Dr. Nadine Simmonds is a compassionate and highly skilled chiropractor, dedicated to improving the lives of her patients through evidence-based care. With a special interest in chronic pain, acute injuries, disc bulges, and sports-related issues, she combines a range of techniques to deliver high-quality, comprehensive treatment tailored to each individual. Her expertise includes diversified manual adjustments, activator methods, drop-piece techniques, blocks, soft tissue therapy, mobilisations, dry needling, and rehabilitative exercises. Dr. Nadine takes a holistic, patient-centred approach, focusing on individual needs and goals. Her commitment to ongoing learning ensures every patient receives personalised, gold-standard care in a supportive and understanding environment. Known for her passion for education, Dr. Nadine empowers patients by helping them understand what’s happening in their bodies—so they can take charge of their health and healing. In addition to being a chiropractor, Dr. Nadine is a qualified Remedial Therapist and the Director of The Chiropractice Upwey. If chiropractic care were a brand, she’d proudly be its ambassador! A long-time member of the Upwey community, Dr. Nadine has called the area home for over 18 years. You’ll often spot her out and about with her family, supporting local businesses and enjoying the beauty of hills life
Sam Cecil
Chiropractor BHSc.B.App.Sc (Chiropractic) B.App.Sc (Sports Coaching), Spinal Decompression Dr. Sam and her young family have called Upwey home for the last decade. For seven of those years, she has provided care for the local community as a Chiropractor. She is an invaluable member of our team, known for her easy-going, kind nature and her ability to make patients feel at ease. Dr Sam is experienced in treating a wide range of conditions and she understands that every body is unique. She individualizes care to suit each person, ensuring they receive the best possible treatment. Her wide range of techniques, including diversified, drop piece, activator, low force techniques, dry needling and soft tissue techniques, are all tailored to the specific needs of her patients. Dr Sam has a special interest in pre and postnatal care and working with young people to help them through the issues that come with each phase of life. She also loves her sport and, with a background in roller derby and swimming, is keenly aware of how important it is to get back to doing what you love best after injury. Sam is focused on assisting people through injury and maintaining good health. She is excited about educating her patients to improve their well-being and holistically manage their pain. In her spare time, you'll find her running around after her kids. If you see her around Upwey, say hi.
Karen Lamonica
Decompression Table Tech/Chiropractic Assistant Karen is a qualified Health Services Assistant. She worked previously at The Angliss Hospital before coming to The Chiropractice Upwey. Karen has a keen interest in health and recovery and a firm belief in how diet and exercise play such a huge role in our overall health and wellbeing. In her spare time, she spends most of her time in the great outdoors. At work, you will find her greeting you at reception to help you with all of your enquires, accompanied by her warming smile. Karen loves a chat , so stop in anytime and say hello!
Kate
Decompression Table Tech/Chiropractic Assistant Kate is our Chiropractic Assistant, and has been working at the clinic since March 2024. Kate has previously worked in the emergency services for over 20 years Kate has a keen interest in all modalities of natural health and had recently completed a degree in Western Herbal Medicine. Whether its your first visit or a follow-up, Kate is here to ensure you receive the best customer service!