Alex Ford

Qualifications & Associations

  • Master of Occupational Therapy Practice | Swinburne University of Technology | 2023
  • Bachelor of Science (Physiology) | Monash University | 2020
  • Member of Occupational Therapy Australia
  • Member of Australian Hand Therapy Association
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Special Interests

Alex has a special interest in treating:

 

Alex has expertise in fabricating:

  • Thermoplastic splints

 

Alex is presenter of our Managing Chronic Wrist Pain & the SMoC Program on-demand webinar

Experience & Professional Development

Alex attended Swinburne University of Technology, completing his Master’s in Occupational Therapy practice. Alex became passionate about the hand and upper limb during an 8-week placement at the Royal Melbourne Hospital. During his degree, Alex has also had experiences in mental health and paediatric settings.

 

Attendance, presentations & research:

  • Australian Department of Health, Infection Control Training – COVID 19 | 2023
  • Scoping Review – The effectiveness of allied health student-led clinics in screening and managing health conditions.

  • Presentation of poster and evidence review on the safety and efficacy of commencing early active motion between days 7-10 following flexor tendon repair.

About Alex Ford

My approach to care: I am passionate about seeing progress and change in others. Hence, I utilise a client-centred and strength-based approach to practice to help my patients overcome their physical limitations and return to the activities they value.

 

Outside of work Alex enjoys playing basketball, going to the gym and watching Essendon win finals.

 

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Clinic Locations

 

Alex is available for consultation at the following clinics:

HOW CAN WE HELP?

For enquiries and appointments please call 03 9458 5166 or conveniently book online.