David J Merlin
Lead Physiotherapist at Birmingham City Women's Football Club- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Advanced Medical Management in Football (ATMMiF)
The Football AssociationJan, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
Pre Hospital Immediate Care in Sport (PHICIS)
England RugbyMay, 2019- Oct, 2024 -
UK Antidoping Advisor
UK Anti-DopingMay, 2018- Oct, 2024 -
Module in Xray Interpretation
University of DerbyMar, 2009- Oct, 2024 -
Module in Blood Test Result Interpretation
Coventry UniversityAug, 2007- Oct, 2024 -
Diploma in Orthopaedic Medicine
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MSc in the Science of Sports Medicine
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Musculoskeletal Acupuncture
The Acupuncture Association of Chartered PhysiotherapistsApr, 2004- Oct, 2024 -
Post Graduate Diploma in Sports Injury
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Post Graduate Certificate in Sports Physiotherapy
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Experience
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Birmingham City Women's Football Club
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United Kingdom
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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Lead Physiotherapist
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Jul 2021 - Present
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England Athletics
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United Kingdom
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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Independent Contractor
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Jun 2017 - Present
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England and Great Britain Hockey
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United Kingdom
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Spectator Sports
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100 - 200 Employee
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Independent Contractor Physiotherapist at England Hockey
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Aug 2017 - Present
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British Judo Association
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United Kingdom
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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Independent Contractor Physiotherapist
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Nov 2015 - Present
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British Gymnastics
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United Kingdom
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Spectator Sports
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100 - 200 Employee
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Independent Contractor Physiotherapist
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Mar 2003 - Present
Working at home and abroad with Great British Gymnasts (Trampolining / Tumbling / Rythmic & Artistic Gymnastics / Sports Acro / Team Gym) Working at home and abroad with Great British Gymnasts (Trampolining / Tumbling / Rythmic & Artistic Gymnastics / Sports Acro / Team Gym)
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Commonwealth Games England
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United Kingdom
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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Volunteer Team England HQ Physiotherapist at Warwick Village
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Jul 2022 - Aug 2022
Part of the TeamEngland Headquarters Medical Team supporting Athletes and Staff across ALL Commonwealth Sports with a shared philosophy of being ONE UNITED TEAM rather than several individual sports... Part of the TeamEngland Headquarters Medical Team supporting Athletes and Staff across ALL Commonwealth Sports with a shared philosophy of being ONE UNITED TEAM rather than several individual sports...
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UK Ministry of Defence
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United Kingdom
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Defense and Space Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Physiotherapist at RAF Wyton
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Jun 2021 - Jul 2021
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Aston Villa Football Club
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United Kingdom
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Spectator Sports
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300 - 400 Employee
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Women’s Lead Physiotherapist
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Nov 2019 - Jun 2021
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British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS)
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United Kingdom
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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HQ Physiotherapist for Winter Universaide 2019
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2019 - Nov 2019
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University of Worcester
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United Kingdom
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Sessional Lecturer
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Aug 2017 - Nov 2019
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International Paralympic Committee
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Germany
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Spectator Sports
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100 - 200 Employee
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Volunteer Physiotherapist at IPC Swimming World Championships 2019
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Sep 2019 - Sep 2019
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English Institute of Sport
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United Kingdom
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Spectator Sports
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100 - 200 Employee
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Independent Contractor
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Jan 2017 - Aug 2018
Physiotherapy Contractor for GB Rowing / GB Hockey / Multi-Sport Physiotherapy Contractor for GB Rowing / GB Hockey / Multi-Sport
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Team GB
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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Independent Contractor Physiotherapist at IRU
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May 2015 - Aug 2018
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Team GB HQ Physiotherapist for European Youth Olympic Festival, Tbilisi 2015
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Jun 2015 - Aug 2015
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Bromsgrove School
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Bromsgrove School Worcester Road | Bromsgrove | Worcestershire | B61 7DU
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Lead Physiotherapist
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Sep 2015 - Apr 2018
Bromsgrove School is a co-educational, independent school. Accepting pupils worldwide, the school aims to produce happy, moral and creative citizens through enlightened, disciplined and broad education. Bromsgrove School is a co-educational, independent school. Accepting pupils worldwide, the school aims to produce happy, moral and creative citizens through enlightened, disciplined and broad education.
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The Taft Physiotherapy Practice
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New Road Surgery, 46 New Road, Bromsgrove, B60 2JS.
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Private MSK Physiotherapist
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Mar 2013 - Mar 2018
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Physio in Action
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17 Kings Rd, New Oscott, Sutton Coldfield B73 5AB
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MSK & Sports Physiotherapist
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Nov 2014 - Nov 2017
Physio In Action is a well established practice providing prompt and effective treatment for a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions. Our Physiotherapists have extensive experience in assessment and treatment of musculoskeletal, orthopaedic, sporting injuries and rheumatologic conditions. Our approach is a hands on approach and we aim to treat the underlying cause of your problem not just the symptoms and exercise programmes are provided to maintain your improvement. We are a modern well equipped, air conditioned clinic situated on Kings Rd in Sutton Coldfield, well located for transport and parking. Show less
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Commonwealth Games England
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United Kingdom
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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Team England HQ Physiotherapist Youth Commonwealth Games, Bahamas 2017
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Apr 2017 - Jul 2017
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UK Athletics
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United Kingdom
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Spectator Sports
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100 - 200 Employee
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Independent Contractor Physiotherapist with Paralympic Athletes
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May 2015 - Aug 2016
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National Paralympic Athletics Classifier
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Oct 2013 - Jan 2016
Physiotherapist training to be part of the UK National Classifying Team using current IPC guidelines for the Classification of Athletes with a Physical Impairment.
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British Wheelchair Basketball
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United Kingdom
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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Independent Contractor Physiotherapist
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Apr 2015 - Jul 2016
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Northamptonshire Trampoline Gymnastics Academy
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Northamptonshire Trampoline Gymnastics Academy Benham Sports Area, Kings Park Ro
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Physiotherapist
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Sep 2012 - May 2015
Physiotherapy Advisor for Preventative Treatment Programmes. Gymnast Screening, Injury & Rehab Programmes. Working with and alongside Tracy Whittaker-Smith London 2012 TeamGB Coach and ITV's "Lets Get Gold" finalists "AIR-GRAVITY" Physiotherapy Advisor for Preventative Treatment Programmes. Gymnast Screening, Injury & Rehab Programmes. Working with and alongside Tracy Whittaker-Smith London 2012 TeamGB Coach and ITV's "Lets Get Gold" finalists "AIR-GRAVITY"
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Lead Physiotherapist GBWR
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Jun 2013 - Jan 2015
Lead Physiotherapist for Great Britain Wheelchair Rugby Athletes Lead Physiotherapist for Great Britain Wheelchair Rugby Athletes
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Invictus London 2014
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london 2014
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Invictus Games 2014 Physiotherapist
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Sep 2014 - Sep 2014
Part of Organizing Committee Medical Team Part of Organizing Committee Medical Team
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Commonwealth Games England
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United Kingdom
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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HQ Physiotherapist for Team England at Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games
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Apr 2014 - Jul 2014
Part of the TeamEngland Headquarters Medical Team supporting Athletes and Staff across ALL Commonwealth Sports with a shared philosophy of being ONE UNITED TEAM rather than several individual sports... Part of the TeamEngland Headquarters Medical Team supporting Athletes and Staff across ALL Commonwealth Sports with a shared philosophy of being ONE UNITED TEAM rather than several individual sports...
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New College Worcester
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worcester
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Physiotherapy Advisory Role to Children with SEN
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Nov 2013 - Apr 2014
New College Worcester is a national residential school and college for young people aged 11 to 19 who are blind or partially sighted. Every student at NCW has a tailored programme, carefully planned and delivered to meet their individual needs in three key areas; academic achievement, independent living skills and involvement in extracurricular activities at the College and in the community. The opportunities provided to students in these three areas of provision play a crucial role in the development of confidence and self-esteem and preparation for life beyond our College. Show less
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UK DeafSport
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Sofia, Bulgaria.
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DeaflympicsGB Team Headquarters Physiotherapist at 2013 Deaflympics Sofia, Bulgaria.
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Jul 2013 - Aug 2013
Headquarters Physiotherapist dealing with DeaflympicsGB athletes from the Sports of Athletics, Cycling, Swimming and Tennis. Headquarters Physiotherapist dealing with DeaflympicsGB athletes from the Sports of Athletics, Cycling, Swimming and Tennis.
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Pea Green - Sports & spinal physiotherapy
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Barn 1, The Courtyard Home Farm, Caversfield, Bicester, Oxfordshire OX27 8TG
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Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
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Sep 2012 - Mar 2013
Worked as an MSK Physiotherapist with Private Paying Clients, Insurance Clients and US Army/Airforce Clients Worked as an MSK Physiotherapist with Private Paying Clients, Insurance Clients and US Army/Airforce Clients
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London 2012
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Spectator Sports
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200 - 300 Employee
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Paralympic Games-Maker Physiotherapist
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Apr 2012 - Sep 2012
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University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
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United Kingdom
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Band 7 Physiotherapist
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Jul 2004 - May 2012
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Independent Contractor Physiotherapist
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Sep 2002 - Apr 2009
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Physiotherapist
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Sep 2002 - Jul 2004
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Professional Player & Physiotherapist
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Sep 1999 - Oct 2001
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Physiotherapist
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Sep 1998 - Sep 1999
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Blackheath Rugby
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United Kingdom
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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Professional Rugby Player
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Jul 1998 - Sep 1999
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Bedford Hospital NHS Trust
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United Kingdom
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Physiotherapist
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Jul 1995 - Jul 1998
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Professional Rugby Player Saintsman #1655
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Aug 1992 - May 1998
Saintsman #1655 Saintsman #1655
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Education
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The Manchester Metropolitan University
MSc, Science of Sports Medicine -
Wolverhampton University
BSc, Physiotherapy -
Kings School Worcester
A-levels, Classical and Ancient Studies, Biology & Economics