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About Barry Nguyen
Barry graduated from the University of Melbourne with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy and has over 20 years of experience in sports and musculoskeletal care. His approach focuses on early and accurate diagnosis, clear communication, and a comprehensive treatment plan tailored to each patient’s goals. He also enjoys mentoring younger physiotherapists at his clinic. He works collaboratively with patients, combining personalised education with hands-on treatment — including manual therapy (joint mobilisation, manipulation, and dry needling), soft tissue techniques, shockwave therapy, taping, orthotic moulding/fitment, and Clinical Pilates-based rehabilitation and Runners for Pilates - to support rapid recovery, prevent recurrence, and optimise long-term performance. Each patient also receives an individualised home exercise program and specific advice on what to do — and what to avoid — to improve their condition. When necessary, Barry refers for further imaging or to medical specialists to ensure the best possible outcomes. He completed his clinical training at Austin Health, LifeCare Health, and the Sydney Sports Medicine Centre at Olympic Park, and contributed to research at the University of Melbourne’s Centre for Health, Exercise and Sports Medicine as a Project Physiotherapist on a Knee Osteoarthritis Randomised Controlled Trial. Mentored by leading clinicians such as Dr Jon Ford (a renowned researcher in lower back pain) and Murray Leyland (former Head Physiotherapist of the Central Coast Mariners), Barry has developed a strong focus on precise assessment, patient education, and long-term functional improvement. Barry has undertaken extensive postgraduate training across advanced manual therapy, dry needling, trigger point therapy, shockwave therapy, lower limb biomechanics, functional strength and conditioning, Clinical Pilates (matwork and reformer), McKenzie spinal therapy, running and exercise form analysis, and chronic pain and tendon rehabilitation. His expertise spans sports injury diagnosis, prevention, and multidisciplinary pain management. He has a special interest in helping runners, skiers, tennis players, and soccer athletes of all ages recover and perform at their best. He also designs junior and adult athletic development programs. As founder of Melbourne Running Clinic, Barry provides evidence-based injury management and performance optimisation for recreational and elite runners, and teaches physiotherapists in running biomechanics and rehabilitation. Barry is an Australian Athletics Accredited Running Coach, integrating structured run coaching with physiotherapy-led injury management and performance programming. He is also a certified APPI Pilates for Runners Instructor. Over his career, Barry has worked with a broad range of patients - from children and recreational athletes to professionals competing in AFL, rugby, hockey, basketball, netball, soccer, and tennis. He previously served as Club Physiotherapist for the South Eastern Predators, a Division 1 Gridiron (American Football) team in Melbourne, and currently leads High Performance at Old Melburnians Soccer Club. He collaborates closely with orthopaedic surgeons, sports physicians, and allied health professionals to ensure an integrated and holistic approach to care. Beyond clinical practice, Barry has a strong passion for digital health innovation. He holds several board positions in global health technology companies and is the founder of CliniScribe AI, an Australian Physiotherapy Association PitchFest 2023 Finalist, which helps clinicians automate documentation and improve efficiency. He is also the co-founder of HealthAide, a digital patient education service, and Online Prostate Physiotherapy, a telehealth platform supporting men recovering from prostate cancer. Barry contributes actively to the profession as a committee member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association’s AI Advisory Group, the founder and lead contributor of the Digital Health section of the APA’s InMotion publication, and a lecturer in digital healthcare at RMIT Online at the postgraduate level. He also regularly presents at national industry and scientific conferences, sharing insights on AI, innovation, and the future of allied health. In recognition of his contributions to health and technology, Barry was named one of the “40 Under 40: Most Influential Asian-Australians” (2020) in the Science & Medicine category. Outside of work, Barry is a Bombers supporter who enjoys running, weight training, skiing, and tennis. A Melbourne Marathon finisher, he now focuses on two half-marathons a year — optimal for fitness and longevity, with his next event being Run Melbourne 2026. He also serves as the Head of High Performance at Old Melburnians Soccer Club (OMSC). He values spending quality time with his wife Nadasha and their three young children and continues to blend his love for health, sport, and technology through creative projects that enhance community wellbeing. He is also an active member of the Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club. Barry also consults from our satellite clinic Toorak Road Physiotherapy in South Yarra. Get to Know Barry Guilty pleasure: KFC Wicked Wings Favourite sports: Tennis, long-distance running and downhill skiing — depending on the season! Most inspiring patient story: Helping an 82-year-old female patient get back to skiing black runs in the Swiss Alps. Best physio advice: “Movement is medicine — but understanding the why behind it is the real cure.” Favourite recovery tool: A good night’s sleep, some whey protein and creatine. Coffee order: Almond latte, no sugar. Hidden talent: Coding — I build apps that make clinicians’ lives easier and improve patient outcomes. Dream holiday: Japan with family — for the snow and the ramen. Dream car: Porsche 911 GT3 RS. A man can dream with a family of 5! General Physiotherapy (Fees): Initial Consultation - Standard (40 min) $145 Initial Consultation - Comprehensive (60 min) $260 Standard Review Consultation (30 min) $125 Short Review Consultation (20min) $105 Long Review Consultation (60 min) $240 Insole / Heel Lift / Orthotic Moulding & Fitting – $40–$60 + cost of device Running Physiotherapy - Melbourne Running Clinic (Fees): Initial Consultation - Standard (45 min) $220 Initial Consultation - Comprehensive (60 min) $280 Standard Review Consultation (30 min) $150 Long Review Consultation (60 min) $260 Please note: Private fees apply to all consultations with Barry, and bulk billing is not available. Private health insurance rebates may apply, and Medicare rebates are available for GP-referred EPC plans, with an out-of-pocket gap payable. |