Meet Dr Aoife McGarvey

Dr Aoife McGarvey has been a passionate Physiotherapist for over 26 years, with more than 18 years specialising in cancer related Physiotherapy and Lymphoedema Therapy.

Dr Aoife McGarvey has led several funded clinical trials, focusing on maximising physical recovery for cancer survivors. She has been an invited presenter at several national and international cancer conferences.

Physio Living’s focus is on early screening of common physical conditions experienced after cancer surgery and treatment. Our ethos is pro-active management, leading to enhanced and quicker recovery from pain and restriction.

Qualifications

PhD (Physiotherapy) University of Newcastle, 2015. Thesis titled “Physiotherapy for head and neck cancer” was awarded the University of Newcastle’s Research Higher Degree Excellence Award for the Faculty of Health and Medicine.

Conjoint Lecturer, University of Newcastle

Nationally Accredited Lymphoedema Practitioner (NLPR)

Australasian Lymphology Association Accredited Lymphoedema Therapist

BAppSc (Physiotherapy) University of Sydney, 1998

Memberships

Australia and New Zealand Head and Neck Cancer Society
Australasian Lymphology Association
Australian Physiotherapy Association