Meet Our Team
Our Chiropractors:
Dr. Nathan Bridge
Dr. Nathan Bridge joined the Chiropractic Works team in 2005 after running a busy practice in Sydney and lecturing and tutoring at Macquarie University. Nathan’s qualifications include a Bachelor of Chiropractic Science and a Master of Chiropractic.
Nathan has served on the Chiropractors Association of Australia NSW Executive Board, the Executive Board of the Gonstead Chiropractic Society, has been the Far North Qld Regional Co-ordinator for the Chiropractors Association of Australia QLD and is a current Governor of the Sydney College of Chiropractic. Nathan is a regular and sought after speaker on health topics around Far North Queensland.
In private practice Nathan has earned a reputation for helping many people. He looks after people of all ages and walks of life and has performed additional training in the assessment and treatment of Scoliosis. He has a keen interest in all things about health, keeps up to date with the latest information and has dedicated a large part of his life to keeping fit and helping his patients improve their health.
Dr. Rachel McEwan
Dr. Rachel McEwan has been looking after members of the Cairns community for 15 years. Originally from Central Victoria, she moved to Melbourne where she completed her chiropractic degree at RMIT with distinction.
Rachel is passionate about helping people achieve their maximum potential and has a special interest in women’s health and chronic pain management.
Rachel regularly attends seminars and workshops to increase her knowledge and skill set for the benefit of patients including additional scoliosis rehabilitation training (SEAS), Explain Pain (NOI group), Inspiral paediatric seminar series and multiple Chiropractic Development International modules. Rachel is a member of the Australian Chiropractors Association.
When Rachel isn’t in the office you will find her on a lifting platform working with her barbells or strongman log and from time to time still hanging upside down somewhere, honing her aerial circus skills.
Dr. Chris Bannon
Dr. Chris Bannon considers himself to be a lifelong student. His 9 years of university has provided him with an extensive knowledge base on how the body works and how to improve health and function.
Chris graduated from RMIT University in Melbourne with a Bachelor of Chiropractic and a Bachelor of Applied Clinical Science. Prior to this accomplishment he studied Human Kinetics for 4 years at the University of Windsor, in Canada. Remarkably, Chris has maintained his thirst for knowledge and continues his education by regularly attending seminars on paediatrics, nutrition and chiropractic.
Dr. Chris is committed to serving the Cairns and Mareeba community. He is passionate about not only helping people get out of pain, but also keeping people well. His mission is to improve the health and quality of life of families without the use of drugs or surgery.
Dr. Kate Smallwood
Whether you’re on your feet all day, at a computer, caring for little ones, or simply juggling a busy life; your body goes through a lot. Neck and shoulder tightness, tension headaches and general aches don’t have to be your “normal”.
Dr Kate Smallwood understands how the demands of work and life impact your body and she is here to help. With a background in Sport and Exercise Science and a Chiropractic degree from the New Zealand College of Chiropractic, Dr Kate uses a gentle, personalized approach to help people feel there best. She’s a member of the Australian Chiropractic Association and continues to upskill in areas like infant and childhood development, including tongue and lip ties and skills to help you move better and feel better.
Whether you’re chasing relief, more movement, or just wanting to feel like yourself again Dr Kate is here to support you and your family because when you move well, everything flows better.
Our Massage Therapist:
Colin Smallwood
Colin Smallwood joined the Chiropractic Works team mid 2015 after vigorously juggling a career as a trade’s person while completing his studies. Colin’s true passion is massage, and we are excited to have his skills as part of Chiropractic Works.
Colin has an array of hobbies, including surfing, diving, bush walking and photography, and has a great understanding of the body, and what is needed for us to live life to the fullest.
Colin’s passion for massage is broad, and he fully believes a healthier person means a healthier and happier community.
You can see Colin in the Cairns clinic Monday through to Thursday, he also sees clients in Mareeba every second Wednesday.
Our Reception Team
Janine, Gabby, Claire, Sandra, Jessica, Cheryl and Nicole are the awesome team that work at the front desk and behind the scenes to keep our office running smoothly.
