About NCO

Bruce Duncan

In over twenty five years as an Osteopath, Bruce has treated people from all walks of life. He has been Osteopath to the Australian Open Tennis Tournament since 2004, and at the Hawthorn Football Club since 2015. He has previously lectured at Victoria University and RMIT and currently teaches on a number of post graduate courses for Osteopaths. One of Melbourne’s most highly-regarded practitioners, Bruce founded North Carlton Osteopathy in 1998. Get to know Bruce…

Carl Ridgeway

Carl joined North Carlton Osteopathy in 2002, bringing with him years of experience in physical education and the practical application of Osteopathy. He has taught at Victoria University and the Melbourne Institute of Massage Therapy, and is currently senior lecturer at RMIT teaching exercise science to physical education students. He has a passion for postural analysis and the prescriptive value of exercise. Read more about Carl…

Jennifer Guy

With an award-winning background in dance, and a dual degree in Clinical Science and Osteopathy, Jennifer brings to the clinic a first-hand understanding of how enhanced mobility can improve quality of life. With a keen interest in health and fitness – and a further qualification as a Pilates instructor – Jennifer joined the practice in 2006. Jen now brings the experience of being a mum to her daughter Eva -insights that help her treat other women during pregnancy and motherhood. Find out more about Jen…

Matt Stacey

Growing up in Woodend in regional Victoria, Matt has always had a keen interest in being active. From playing football whilst growing up and then in later years developing a love for cycling – this lead to the local racing scene in Melbourne, as well as the opportunity to ride some of the famous climbs in France and Italy.This background in sport was a catalyst for his desire to become an Osteopath. It allows him to help people achieve their goals and live a healthy lifestyle both of which often result in better musculoskeletal health. After graduating in 2010 with undergraduate and Masters degrees in Osteopathy, Matt has furthered his skills with courses in Pilates, dry needling and bike fitting. Read more about Matt…

Dan Ionnidis

With an extensive background in sport growing up, Dan has always had an interest in how all aspects of health can contribute to function and wellbeing. Dan has worked with the Geelong Football Club in the AFL since 2011, gaining valuable experience working with elite athletes across the country. This exposure has helped him understand how all areas of lifestyle from diet, biomechanics and exercise can all influence and shape an individual’s wellbeing. He draws on all of these aspects in helping his patients achieve health. Get the full story on Dan…

Millie’s experience with osteopathy has facilitated an understanding that a combination of hands on techniques and an exercise rehabilitation approach can help facilitate the body’s ability to heal itself. Millie grew up playing netball and tennis but has more recently rediscovered her love for running. Millie participated in her first half marathon last year and is ready to tackle more. Checkout more about Millie…

Although he started his working life as a carpenter, Steve has now been a full-time masseur for nearly thirty years. Thoroughly grounded in the Alexander Technique, and with further skills in acupuncture and weight training, Steve’s many years of working closely with Osteopaths has seen him develop a unique therapeutic massage technique.

Using a positive ability to nurture trusting relationships, I challenge the status quo to create transformative and inspiring learning experiences that can be applied by the individual or the workplace for immediate impact. I love working with progressive people and organisations to empower leaders and foster safe, inclusive, productive and successful workplaces. Learn more about Louise…