About Cathy

Cathy Wilde

Founder and Principal Physiotherapist

BAppSc (Phty), MSc (Manip Physio)

Cathy set up Blue Koala Physiotherapy in Brighton in 2014 to have greater scope in treating patients and is now based in Poole. In addition to hands on treatment she offers proactive and preventative help and advice. 

Originally trained as a physiotherapist in Sydney, Australia, Cathy now has over 25 years' of experience in the profession. This includes working in private practice in both Australia and the UK. In the UK Cathy has worked within the NHS in London, at Horder Healthcare in East Sussex - a not for profit centre of excellence - and in for Dorset MSK services. She is currently employed by the AECC University College as Lecturer/ Advanced Pracititioner and First Contact Physiotherapist. Cathy is course lead for First Contact Practice.

Having worked in Advanced Practice clinics in the NHS since 2006, Cathy has advanced diagnostic and treatment skills. She is also trained in acupuncture and Pilates with an emphasis on rehabilitation. 

Cathy enjoys teaching other physiotherapists and passing on her knowledge for the good of the profession. For eight years she was a regular visiting lecturer at London South Bank University and currently delivers the First Contact Practice PG Cert at AECC University College, Bournemouth. She also currently acts as an expert witness, providing physio advice in clinical negligence cases.

Activities

In her spare time, Cathy enjoys training for triathlons, cycling, swimming, yoga and country walks. She is a Level 2 British Triathlon Coach.

Membership

Cathy is a member of the following Societies, Associations and Networks:

• The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
• Advanced Practitioners Physiotherapy Network
• PhysioFirst Private Practitioners Network
• Medico-Legal Association of Chartered Physiotherapists
• The Hip Pain Professionals

HCPC registration: PH67489

CSP number: 70636