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Because Life Moves Better with Healthy Joints

We believe everyone deserves to stay active and independent for as long as possible.

Our clinic offers you an effective, less confusing pathway to pain relief and joint care, to keep you mobile and live without restrictions.

Rather than navigating a fragmented healthcare system alone, you will get all of your answers and treatments under the one roof. We offer a centralised care system for patients experiencing hip and knee pain, dedicated to managing injuries and optimising surgeries.

Our multidisciplinary team is skilled to provide an accurate diagnosis and targeted non-surgical treatments like physiotherapy and injections, as well as seamless pre- and post-operative support if joint surgery is required.

Our Values

Our goal is to restore movement, relieve pain and improve quality of life through compassionate, innovative and integrated care — helping people live freely and confidently at every stage of their journey.

Why Choose Us

Located conveniently in Southport, at Ortho & Arthritis Solutions, we make treatment simple, coordinated & effective – with a range of services all in one place.

Access to Experienced Clinicians

Gain direct access to experienced clinicians, including a practice nurse, physiotherapist and orthopaedic surgeons, who understand joint pain and the best pathways for recovery.

Advanced Technology

We use ultrasound-guided procedures to deliver treatment with precision, accuracy and comfort – ensuring the best possible outcomes.

Collaborative Team

Our clinicians work closely with your GP, allied health and surgeons to keep your care coordinated and consistent at every step.

Comprehensive Management

Enjoy one centralised service for every aspect of joint health care – assessment, exercise, injections, surgery and long-term management.

Convenient Location

Our Gold Coast clinic is easy to access, with flexible appointment times to fit your lifestyle.

Meet Our Team

Jun Sugio

Physiotherapist

Jun is a passionate physiotherapist with a special interest in the assessment, rehabilitation, and long-term management of hip and knee conditions. He has developed a broad clinical experience across musculoskeletal private practice, worksite assessment and rehabilitation and working with sporting teams. Jun is also trained in western acupuncture and dry needling and has completed further training through GLA:D, an evidence-based education and exercise program for people with hip and knee osteoarthritis.

At Ortho & Arthritis Solutions, Jun works closely with orthopaedic surgeons to support patients with hip and knee pain, at every stage of their treatment journey, from conservative management to post-operative rehabilitation. His clinical approach combines tailored exercise therapy with hands-on treatment, with a focus on functional rehabilitation and long-term outcomes. Jun is committed to helping people reduce pain, improve function and quality of life, through evidence-based care that is thoughtfully shaped to suit each individual’s goals and lifestyles.

Born and raised on the Gold Coast, Jun speaks English and Japanese fluently and is also an active field hockey player and coach, having represented Australia at the Hockey5s World Cup in 2023-2024. His experience as both an athlete and physiotherapist gives him a valuable insight and understanding of injury management, rehabilitation and performance, which he applies to his approach to treatment. Outside of the clinic, Jun likes to be outdoors, play golf and keep active through gym, running and hockey.

Nicole Ganderton

Registered Nurse (Completing her Master of Nurse Practitioner this year)

Nicole is a highly accomplished Gold Coast nurse who brings a wealth of advanced clinical expertise to the Ortho & Arthritis Solutions team. With a diverse background spanning critical emergency care across regional Queensland, clinical leadership at the Gold Coast University Hospital, and international humanitarian projects with Doctors Without Borders, Nicole thrives in complex and varied medical environments.

Grounded by a Masters in Advanced Practice and a Masters of Health Professional Education, Nicole plays a central role in coordinating our multi-disciplinary care pathways. She is deeply passionate about team-based clinical performance and bedside education, ensuring every patient receives a seamless, highly coordinated, and clear non-surgical treatment blueprint.

Georgina Howard

Practice Manager

Georgina coordinates our clinic's local outreach, educational initiatives, and community partnerships across the Gold Coast. Holding a Bachelor of Business and bringing a strong background from years working within investment banking, she pairs commercial strategy with a genuine passion for proactive, active health management.

As a lifelong athlete who played hockey for years, and regularly tackles triathlons and ocean swims, Georgina understands first-hand the demands placed on the human body, and the vital importance of joint longevity.

She works closely with local bowls, golf, and surf clubs to ensure active residents and mature athletes have seamless access to our multi-disciplinary, non-surgical care framework. If you are interested in hosting one of our Joint Health Masterclasses at your venue, Georgina is your primary point of contact.

Nicole Sullivan

Business Development Manager

Nicole joins the clinic as our Business Development Manager, bringing an elite level of commercial acumen, financial strategy, and change management to our executive team. As a highly qualified Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA), Nicole possesses an in-depth understanding of complex financial frameworks, risk mitigation, and commercial growth opportunities.

At our clinic, Nicole utilises her hands-on approach and sharp analytical capabilities to identify growth strategies, streamline regulatory compliance, and implement robust operational systems. Backed by exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, she serves as a key liaison for business stakeholders at all levels, ensuring our business expansion aligns perfectly with our high clinical standards. Nicole thrives in our dynamic, fast-paced medical environment, driving structured, effective development that supports our long-term vision for patient care.

Eleanor Kirkbride

Chief Operating Officer

Eleanor serves as the Chief Operating Officer, overseeing the clinic's operational framework, strategic growth, and day-to-day practices. Having earned her Bachelor of Business from the University of the Sunshine Coast in 2018, she brings a robust commercial skill set that ensures our multi-disciplinary clinic operates at the highest standard.

Eleanor manages our business finances, coordinates complex surgical billing, and drives our business growth strategies. She also plays a pivotal role in facilitating the seamless onboarding of new medical and allied health specialists to our expanding team. With a comprehensive understanding of every facet of the practice, Eleanor acts as a mentor to her colleagues, fostering a collaborative, elite environment where patient care remains the absolute priority. Her meticulous attention to detail and organized execution are what keep our complex clinical operations running seamlessly behind the scenes.

Experiencing hip or knee pain?

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