Our Staff
Gavin D’Souza
Bachelor of Science, Diploma in Physiotherapy, Diploma of Manipulative Therapy, Post-Graduate Certificate in Health Science.
Gavin’s post-graduate qualifications and his 30+ years of experience, ensures you will have your problem treated expertly and thoroughly. Outside work Gavin enjoys being involved in his children’s sport, keeping fit and cooking.
Achievements:
Physiotherapist to NZ Men’s Hockey Team 2003-2013 and 2019 - 2021
Physiotherapist to the 2004 Athens, 2008 Beijing & 2012 London Olympic Games
Physiotherapist to the 2002 Manchester, 2006 Melbourne & 2010 Delhi Commonwealth Games
Physiotherapist to NZ All Whites Football Team 2000
Physiotherapist to Morrinsville Sports Senior Rugby Team 1998-present
Clinical Supervisor for AUT Undergraduate & Post-Graduate Students 2003-Present
Kirsty Mourits
Masters in Health Practice with Distinction (Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy); BHSc (Physiotherapy)
Kirsty completed her physiotherapy training at the end of 2006 and currently works in the private practice setting two days per week. Kirsty completed her Masters in 2011 and has an interest in sports physiotherapy rehabilitation and massage. In her spare time, Kirsty plays netball and is otherwise kept busy with her young family.
Achievements:
NZ Women’s Hockey Tour Physiotherapist 2017-2019
NZ U21’s Women’s Hockey Physiotherapist 2015 and 2016
Hamilton City Netball Physiotherapist at Nationals 2014
Midlands Hockey Physiotherapist
Physiotherapist to Morrinsville Sports Senior Rugby Team 2011 to present
Clinical Supervisor for AUT undergraduate physiotherapy students
Kate Hutchings
Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy)
Kate graduated from Auckland University of Technology in 2023. Originally from Morrinsville, Kate is excited to be back and working in her home town.
Outside of work, Kate is a passionate sportswoman and is always involved in a variety of sports. Kate has a keen interest in women’s health/pelvic physiotherapy, sports rehabilitation and working with young athletes.
Kate believes in tailoring treatment plans that are evidence-based and focused on achieving an individuals goals during rehabilitation, and working closely with patients to achieve this.
She is excited to continue developing her physiotherapy skills in both a private practice and sports setting.
Achievements:
AUT Sport and Recreation’s Sport Massage Course 2022
Physiotherapist to Morrinsville Sports Senior Rugby 2024
Erica Hipkins
Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy)
Erica graduated from Auckland University of Technology in 2023.
Erica is originally from Auckland but is currently residing in Cambridge. She is excited to start her private practice physiotherapy journey in Morrinsville.
Outside of work, Erica is a keen road cyclist, and is what she spends most of her time off doing. She also enjoys tramping.
Erica is passionate about patient-centered physiotherapy and working alongside patient’s to personalise their treatment and optimise their rehabilitation. Erica has a particular interest in post-surgical rehabilitation.
She is excited to continue developing her physiotherapy skills in both a private practice and sports setting.
Achievements:
World Rugby First Aid in Rugby (L1) course 2023
Physiotherapist to Morrinsville Sports Senior Rugby 2024
Administration Staff
Tracy Old
Tracy has been working as a receptionist at the Morrinsville Physio Clinic since 2005. Tracy has been involved in the local theatre for many years and also works with a volunteer motorsport safety team.
Leanne McGregor
Leanne has lived in Morrinsville most of her life and has worked at the Morrinsville Physio Clinic part time for three years. In her spare time, Leanne enjoys playing golf and spending time at the beach or with family.
Sandy Smith
Sandy has been working part time at the Morrinsville Physio Clinic for the past six years. Sandy and her husband are also dairy farmers and have been in the Morrinsville district for 21 years. Outside of work Sandy enjoys, tramping, cycling and spending time with friends and family.