Meet the team
David Kelly
Principal Physiotherapist
B. App Sc. (Phyt.) MAPA
With 25 years as a musculoskeletal physiotherapist in Sydney's eastern suburbs, I've established deep community connections while working and raising my three children in the area. This dual perspective has given me profound appreciation for our area's exceptional people and continues to inspire my passion for helping others live healthier lives.
My path to physiotherapy began through personal experience with injury in high-level sport, sparking a lifelong passion for helping athletes of all ages and abilities. I've developed expertise in lumbopelvic, hip, and thoracic dysfunctions, earning recognition for successfully treating complex and treatment-resistant conditions.
Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of supporting diverse clients on their health journeys—from school-aged children with growth-related conditions and sportspeople with debilitating injuries, to adults managing workplace injuries and age-related discomfort.
Recently, my professional focus has expanded to include osteoarthritis and osteoporosis. I'm committed to debunking misconceptions about these conditions and helping patients lead fulfilling lives through evidence-based education and targeted exercise programs.
My practice philosophy centres on enhancing quality of life through careful listening, precise diagnosis, comprehensive education, and customised yet simple treatment plans. I aim not merely to alleviate symptoms but to equip you with knowledge and strategies for sustainable improvement.
I maintain strong professional relationships with local GPs, sports physicians, specialists, and allied health practitioners. This ensures a coordinated approach and guarantees that you receive optimal care throughout your recovery.
Charlotte Crowe
Physiotherapist
B. ExPhys, M. Phty
Charlotte holds a Bachelor of Exercise Physiology from UNSW and a Master of Physiotherapy from The University of Sydney.
Before becoming a physiotherapist, Charlotte spent seven years teaching RAD ballet. This background has given her a particular passion for treating dance and sports-related injuries. Charlotte’s experience as a dancer strongly influences her physiotherapy practice—she values the integration of both active rehabilitation and manual therapy to help her patients move well and feel their best.
Although she grew up in Bondi, Charlotte has also worked in the Snowy Mountains region of NSW, where she gained valuable experience managing skiing and snowboarding injuries.
Outside of the clinic, Charlotte enjoys strength training at the gym, pilates, and walking with her dog.
Maddie Lyons
Physiotherapist
BHlthSci, MPhysio
Originally from Griffith, NSW, Maddie completed a Bachelor of Health Science and Master of Physiotherapy at The University of Sydney. She worked in private practice in Sydney’s eastern suburbs before spending the past three years working in a sports injury clinic in London.
Maddie’s passions include women’s health across the lifespan, particularly supporting girls and women through puberty and menopause. She also has a particular interest in Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport, and the role that training load, nutrition, sleep, and recovery play in long-term health and performance.
Alongside this, Maddie loves working with a range of musculoskeletal and sporting injuries, including running-related injuries such as tendinopathies and bone stress injuries. She is passionate about helping people recover, while building confidence and resilience along the way.
When she's not seeing patients, you’ll usually find her running, in the gym, at the beach, or planning her next holiday.
Sarah Howley
Podiatrist
B. App Sc. (Pod.)
Sarah commenced her studies at The University of South Australia in Human Movement before transferring to Podiatry with a keen interest in sports and biomechanics.
After completing her studies in 2008, Sarah spent two years working in central London, with a leader in the field of skin and nail care of the feet from 2009 to 2011. There she practised nail surgery, alternative skin and nail treatments, and worked closely with numerous footwear companies.
Sarah works with a range of clients in areas of skin and nail care (including laser therapy for fungal nails), ingrown toenail surgery, wart treatment and biomechanics.
Ella Wiltshire
Podiatrist
BPod
Ella graduated from the University of South Australia and began her career in a busy sports clinic.
Having grown up playing a wide variety of sports and as a keen runner herself, Ella brings both personal insight and professional expertise when helping clients recover from injury and get back to doing what they love.
Alongside her passion for sports podiatry, Ella has a particular interest in nail surgeries and nail bracing, as well as advanced treatments such as shockwave therapy and dry needling for musculoskeletal conditions.
Ella is excited to bring her skills, enthusiasm, and evidence-based approach to the clinic—helping clients stay active, healthy, and confident on their feet.
Hannah Kelly
Practice Manager
Hannah is currently studying a Bachelor of Medical Science at the University of Technology Sydney while she manages the day-to-day affairs at Bronte Physio.
An indispensable part of the team, she is responsible for making the clinic work like a well-oiled machine!
Sky Cohen
Practice Manager
Sky is currently finalising her Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science at the University of Technology Sydney before commencing a Master of Physiotherapy. She is a long-suffering colleague of David, having also worked with him at his previous clinic.
Sky is also an indispensable part of the team—you'll always find either her or Hannah ready to greet you when you enter the clinic.