Caitlin, from Tasmania, studied a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) at the University of Newcastle. She found the biomedicine and anatomy courses interesting and was enthralled by a third-year lecture on pelvic floor physiotherapy.

A highlight of her degree for travelling to Japan with the iLead leadership program offered by the University of Newcastle.

“This was an amazing opportunity! I found it really valuable to experience a homestay, and learn about the Japanese culture,” Caitlin said.

Caitlin discovered her passion for women’s health during a fourth-year practical experience at the John Hunter Hospital.

“I was so fortunate to get that opportunity and didn’t want it to end!” she exclaimed.

After graduating in 2015, Caitlin landed her first job in a private practice in Lake Macquarie through connections at the University. She did a stint working in cardiothoracic and general medicine at Gosford Public Hospital and later as a yoga teacher, before going on maternity leave.

She went on to specialise her postgraduate studies in pelvic floor physiotherapy at the University of Melbourne and then later began a postgraduate certificate in Prolapse Management with the University of South Australia.

While working at a local gynaecological clinic, she noticed that many of her clients had the need for gym-based assessments. This ignited an idea in her mind, and her business, Caitlin Daley Physio, was birthed. Her business provides specialised physiotherapy to women with pelvic health concerns. She also runs movement classes for parents and kids and one-on-one yoga and movement coaching.

Looking back at her study journey, she attributes the discovery of her passion to the diverse experiences offered at the University of Newcastle.

“Women’s health physiotherapy is still a developing field – it’s excellent that the University of Newcastle teaches us about pelvic floor physiotherapy,” she said.

“I really enjoyed my learning experience; the lecturers and facilities were great. I made great friends and ultimately found my passion within physiotherapy thanks to the opportunities provided,” Caitlin said.

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Caitlin Daley

Caitlin, from Tasmania, studied a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) at the University of Newcastle. She found the biomedicine and anatomy courses interesting and was enthralled by a third-year lecture on pelvic floor physiotherapy.

Women’s health physiotherapy is still a developing field – it’s excellent that the University of Newcastle offers subjects on pelvic floor physiotherapy.