Nick Antoniou graduated as an Occupational Therapist from La Trobe University in 1998 and has predominantly specialised in the area of Hand and Upper Limb Rehabilitation. He went on to complete his Postgraduate Diploma in Hand Therapy from the University of Derby in the UK in 2008 and has been successful in attaining recognition as an Accredited Hand Therapist (AHT) as awarded by the Australian Hand Therapy Association (AHTA).
Nick has worked both locally and abroad, and spent a number of years in the United Kingdom where he worked in some of South East England’s leading hospitals within the National Health Service. Here he played an instrumental role in the development of progressive therapist led hand clinics. These clinics involved the triage, diagnosis and management of patients with a range of hand injuries and conditions. He was also involved in an innovative program of triaging, assessing and placing suitable patients directly onto surgical waiting lists for carpal tunnel syndrome.
In Melbourne, Nick has held senior clinician roles in both public and private settings and has worked alongside some of Melbourne’s leading upper limb surgeons. More recently, Nick has spent a number of years in one of Melbourne’s largest private Hand Therapy Practices where he was committed to providing a collaborative approach to treatment in conjunction with patients and their referring doctors.
Nick regularly presents, including at the Australian Hand Therapy Association meetings as well as to General Practitioners and physicians with an interest in hand conditions. He is also involved in training undergraduate and graduate therapists in the area of hand rehabilitation. He has also participated in research activities and recently explored the outcomes of an innovative surgical implant for basal thumb osteoarthritis. He has also recently co-authored a chapter on the management of hand injuries in a text book on Extreme Sports Injuries
Kiran has recently joined NAHT with a strong passion for treating hand trauma and injuries. She is a compassionate hand therapist with a diverse clinical background. She completed her Bachelor of Applied Science, Psychology degree, however once she discovered her passion for helping others achieve functional independence, Kiran pursued a Masters in Occupational Therapy from Swinburne University, and graduated in 2021, where she developed and honed her skills in the field of OT. During her studies, Kiran completed a clinical placement in hand therapy, sparking her strong interest for this specialised area. This experience provided invaluable insights into the complex needs of patients with hand injuries, inspiring her to pursue further practice and studies in this field.
Kiran’s professional journey has included working in both public and private healthcare settings across Melbourne’s north and west. She has gained significant experience in the area of disability, where she has worked with and supported patients in reclaiming their independence. She is dedicated to delivering holistic, patient-centred care tailored to each individual’s needs, helping them regain function and return them to the activities they love.
Kiran has demonstrated her commitment to professional growth by pursuing her accreditation in Hand Therapy through the Australian Hand Therapy Association with the aim of providing the highest standard of care in hand therapy to her patients.
When she’s not at work, Kiran can be found barracking for her AFL team Carlton. She also loves to play tennis and can often be found at the gym honing her strength.
We are a modern, patient-centred medical practice in Maidstone, VIC servicing the North-West Metro and surrounding suburbs. We are open 6 days a week, Monday to Saturday.
