Huy Nguyen

Senior Physiotherapist

• Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy) 2012
• Postgraduate Diploma of Science (Hand Therapy) 2025
• Accredited Hand Therapist (as awarded by Australian Hand Therapy Association)
• Certified Hand Therapist (USA) 2021

Huy is a graduate of the University of Sydney in physiotherapy and holds a Postgraduate Diploma in hand therapy from the University of Derby. He built expertise in hand therapy from 2017 at the South Western Sydney Hand Centre and joined our team in 2019. Since then, he has gained complementary experience in managing acute traumatic hand injuries through his work at Westmead and Wollongong Hospitals. He also concurrently practises as a senior physiotherapist and team leader in Northern Sydney, specialising in osteoarthritis management.

Huy takes a holistic, patient-centred approach, creating personalised treatment plans grounded in evidence-based practice to optimise patient outcomes. He also advocates for the profession and serves on the Australian Hand Therapy Association Membership Committee.

Cameron Small

Senior Occupational Therapist

• Bachelor of Science Psychology
• Master of Occupational Therapy
• Accredited Hand Therapist (as awarded by Australian Hand Therapy Association)

Cameron holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Wollongong and a Master of Occupational Therapy from the University of Sydney. He is also an accredited Hand Therapist, recognised by the Australian Hand Therapy Association.

With extensive experience in both private and clinical settings across Sydney, including hand clinics at Sydney Hospital and Westmead Hospital, Cameron has developed a deep expertise in managing acute, sub-acute, and chronic upper limb conditions. He works closely with hand specialists, particularly in post-surgical care, ensuring optimal outcomes for his patients.

Cameron has a special interest in pain management throughout all stages of the recovery process, having pursued further learning in this area. He is passionate about helping his patients achieve their individual goals and supporting them on their journey toward recovery.

Jessica Salmon

Senior Occupational Therapist

• Bachelor of Applied Science (Occupational Therapy) 
• Associate Member Australian Hand Therapy Association

Jess graduated from The University of Sydney with her occupational therapy degree in 2008. Jess developed her passion for hand and upper limb rehabilitation whilst working in the State-wide Burns Unit at Concord Hospital in 2015. Since this time Jess has worked in Hand therapy across a number of private hand therapy practices in Sydney in addition to supporting the set-up of the outpatient fracture clinic and hand therapy service at The Canterbury Hospital. 

Jess has a keen interest in treating acute injuries, in particular all things wound care and scar management. In her spare time Jess enjoys spending time with her family and friends.

Dominic Lopez

Physiotherapist

• Bachelor of Science 
• Master of Physiotherapy
• Master of Philosophy - Medicine (USYD) 

Dominic holds Bachelor of Science (2013) and has completed a Master of Physiotherapy at the University of Sydney (2019). He has gained extensive experience and knowledge in private and aged care settings, having worked with clientele of diverse backgrounds. He has extensive knowledge of the human body, having treated sporting athletes, gymnasts, and dancers with varying conditions.

He has gained an interest in hand and wrist therapy and is skilled in the fabrication of various splints and post-operation management. Dominic has been working with Southern Hand Therapy since 2025 and continues to specialise in hand conditions to provide optimal care to all his patients. 

Having grown up participating in multiple sports, Dominic is keenly interested in soccer, boxing, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and weightlifting.

Chloe Turra

Occupational Therapist

• Bachelor of Applied Science (Occupational Therapy) 
• Associate Member Australian Hand Therapy Association

Chloe is an occupational therapist who graduated from Charles Sturt University in 2023 and is currently undergoing the Australian Hand Therapy Association accreditation process. Coming from a rural background, Chloe brings a broad skill set and experience treating a wide range of conditions, with a practical, down-to-earth approach shaped by working with diverse presentations across the lifespan.

Chloe has a strong interest in hand and upper limb therapy, particularly in trauma and post-operative rehabilitation. She enjoys the problem-solving nature of hand therapy and has a particular passion for custom splint fabrication. Chloe is committed to providing patient-centered care and enjoys working closely with her patients to help them return to the activities that matter most to them.