JENNY WATTS
Physiotherapist
Jenny combines over 20 years of experience with exceptional hands-on skills to get you results. She loves her job, and it shows. She trained in Auckland and has been lucky enough to treat high level athletes in a variety of sports.
Jenny uses acupuncture and Pilates and a sound knowledge base. When not at work, Jenny is hanging out in the waves or with her husband and two sons. Jenny works from the Rehab Studio.
OTTO HOFMAN
Physiotherapist
Otto has called Raglan home since
2012. He is a Dutch trained physiotherapist with over 20 years experience. He worked for 10 years in the UK in a variety of settings including clinical specialist for one of the Centres of Orthopaedic excellence before moving to New Zealand. He enjoys treating a variety of Musculo-skeletal conditions including Post-operative and post- injury rehabilitation and has
completed advanced acupuncture training and Pilates Reformer Instructor Courses. Outside work Otto enjoys surfing, spending time with his family and the lifestyle that Raglan offers. Ottos works from the Raglan Medical and the Rehab Studio.
CAROL TAYLOR
Physiotherapist
Carol has been working in private practice for over 15 years. She has completed a Masters degree with post-graduate certificates in acupuncture and hand therapy. She enjoys treating a variety of
musculoskeletal injuries and is passionate about helping clients reach their goals. Carol lives in Raglan with her husband and 3 children and is working from the Rehab Studio.
NATHALIE ZAJA
Physiotherapist
Lymphatic Drainage Masseuse
Nathalie completed her BHSc degree in the Netherlands and has worked with rugby athletes, children, and neurological conditions such as spinal cord injuries. Nat also has a background in yoga instructing, pilates reformer instructing, personal training, acupuncture, and massage therapy. Nat is committed to an all around holistic well-being approach and loves using movement and rehabilitation to do this. Outside of work, Nat enjoys practicing pottery and art, staying active at the gym, surfing, and long sunset walks with her dog and husband. she works from Raglan Medical and the Rehab Studio.
VANESSA TRENT
Physiotherapist
Vanessa has been working as a Physiotherapist for over 30 years. She has worked with high performance athletes in individual and team sports in the clinic setting and at major sports events in NZ and Overseas.
Her training includes a Masters Degree from Auckland, a Sports Physiotherapy Postgraduate from Perth, Australia, Pilates Mat and Reformer training, and Acupuncture training.
Vanessa is a certified BradCliff Breathing Method practitioner.
She enjoys integrating her skills to help people with complex injuries, that are often long standing, to get back to enjoying a full active life.
Vanessa lives in Raglan with her partner and French Bulldog. Her two children are both at Uni.
Patrick has over 15 years of clinical experience across outpatient orthopaedics, acute care, rehabilitation, trauma, ICU, and sports medicine. As a former U.S. National Team rower, he's seen firsthand the importance of movement, recovery, and the positive impact they can have on everyday life. His goal is to work alongside each person to help them recover from injury, reduce pain, and improve their confidence in movement. Patrick uses an evidence-based approach that combines physiotherapy with an understanding of how the nervous and musculoskeletal systems work together. By focusing on breathing, movement quality, and strengthening fundamental movement patterns, he aims to help people move more comfortably and build the resilience needed for long-term health and wellbeing. Outside the clinic, Patrick enjoys spending time in the ocean and the bush, gardening, and exploring the outdoors with his wife and two children. They feel very fortunate to call Raglan home and are grateful for being part of this wonderful community.