OUR TEAM
Dr. Natasha Barnes (Chiropractor)
B.App.Sc (Chiro)
Dr. Barnes is a passionate Chiropractor who loves to care for the entire family, from newborns to grandparents. She is kept on her toes at home with two adult children & small farm in the Adelaide Hills.
Natasha completed her Chiropractic degree at RMIT University in 1993, and so has over 30 years of experience in practice.
Natasha believes every family needs a professional, caring & supportive Chiropractor as part of their health care team, she particularly loves helping women throughout their pregnancy to support them with a pain free pregnancy, as well as caring for both mother and child once delivered.
Natasha takes a very patient centered, individualized approach to her practice & enjoys helping people with gentle treatment methods and time to explain their condition, especially those who may have never had chiropractic care before.
Away from the practice you will find Natasha, her husband Scotty and two very active children involved in sports and enjoying time at the beach. Most weekends you will find her at one of SA’s fabulous beaches surfing, paddle boarding or fishing.
Dr. Ann Strawhorn (Chiropractor)
B.App.Sc (Clinical Sc) B.App.Sc.(Chiro)
After graduating with first-class honours in 2001 and entering chiropractic practice, Dr. Ann Strawhorn has gained a wide variety of clinical experience.
Ann has a strong interest in excelling in the management of neck and back pain, headaches and nerve symptoms including sciatica and carpal tunnel syndrome, as well as upper and lower limb conditions.
Dr. Strawhorn incorporates Chiropractic manual therapy, variety of soft tissue techniques, instrument assisted soft tissue therapy, low force techniques, cox table lumbar traction [a specialised technique for lower back disc issues], specialised prescriptive rehabilitation exercises, targeted vibrational therapy and an extensive knowledge of nutritional supplements.
Ann is completing a Masters degree in Functional Medicine and Human Nutrition. This reflects her passion to find and deal with the true underlying mechanism of ill-health with objective science and research.
In her spare time, Ann is a keen runner and weight-lifter and enjoys the outdoors life of the Adelaide Hills with her husband and 2 children.
Dr. Robert Burgess (Chiropractor)
B.App.Sc.(Chiro)
Dr. Burgess is a highly experienced Chiropractor who after more than 30 years at Strathalbyn Chiropractic Centre, has a wealth of knowledge to assist you to your health goals.
Strathalbyn Chiropractic Centre begun as a tiny half a day practice nearly 30 years ago founded by Rob. Due to growing demand, Rob continued to expand the practice and provide care for the local community. Existing patients were extremely grateful they no longer had to drive to Victor Harbor Chiropractic Centre, where Rob was currently practicing. Instead they had Rob on their doorstep!
Rob feels privileged to have supported many of his clients health needs for several decades & consequently they are often now viewed as extended family to him.
Rob values his family time and along with his wife and three boys enjoys travelling and exploring destinations together especially snow skiing resorts. Rob works alongside his wife, Karen in their Victor Harbor practice and his youngest son is aiming to pursue a career as a chiropractor! Rob continues to be passionate with various sports including road & mountain bike riding, windsurfing, snow skiing & supporting his son’s soccer interests.
Karen Salloum
(Practice Manager)
Karen was with us in 2014 as a Chiropractic Assistant we have now welcomed her back as Practice Manager. She has a passion for health and fitness and loves inspiring others to lead an active lifestyle.
In her own time, Karen loves travelling to see her children in Darwin and Sydney, gardening and renovation.
Karen’s favourite part of her role at Strathalbyn Chiropractic Centre is welcoming each patient into the practice and will be first point of contact and is always happy to answer any questions and assist you in any way she can.
Christine Watson
(Chiropractic Assistant)
Chris has been one of our friendly Chiropractic Assistants at Strathalbyn Chiropractic for more than 10 years and gets great pleasure in greeting patients and helping them feel comfortable during their visit. Chris and her husband Paul live locally and have 2 sons, as well as being grandparents to 3 beautiful grandchildren, their pride and joy. The entire family enjoy the benefits of chiropractic care, her grandchildren coming for their first adjustments soon after birth. Chris's happiest moments in the workplace are to see patients of all ages improving their health and well-being.
Lorna Pilkington
(Chiropractic Assistant)
Lorna lives locally at Willyaroo and has been part of the community for over 20 years. Lorna will be one of your first point of contacts to greet you in person or on the phone and to answer any questions you may have.
When not working, Lorna enjoys gardening, travelling and heading to the local Lakes camping and canoeing with family and friends.
There is no need to put up with pain any longer
Our caring and experienced team of chiropractors are here to help you get back to your best. Book your first appointment online today.