Meet our team of experienced and highly qualified Podiatrists.
Andrew Cook
I have been a long term resident on the Mornington Peninsula, enjoying everything this amazing place has to offer away from the clinic. I love to ride and walk on the amazing network of trails and roads we have to explore across the Peninsula. Having four active teenage kids its fairly easy to keep busy evenings and weekends with community sport -Footy , Netball , Mountain Biking and Surf Lifesaving commitments at Mount Martha. Starting Peninsula Foot Clinic in 1995 after training Podiatry at La Trobe University, my passion in the Clinic is to provide solutions to keep you active whatever your personal goals are!
Fiona Young
I grew up on the Mornington Peninsula, studied Podiatry at La Trobe University and after living overseas for a few years, it was an easy decision to return to the place I love. I spend almost every weekend walking my dog along the many beautiful beaches, and checking out all the great wineries and restaurants the Peninsula has to offer. I love travelling overseas and am always planning my next adventure. I have worked at Peninsula Foot clinic for well over a decade now, after working for the National Health Service in the UK for 4 years. I consult at our Rosebud and Somerville clinics .
Edward Fenwicke
After growing up in New South Wales and studying in Albury I moved to Victoria in 2015 to start work here with the team at Peninsula Foot Clinic. Since then, I have embraced life on the Peninsula as a local and am still finding new places to enjoy. When I’m not at work I can generally be found somewhere fishing or hiking and enjoying the outdoors with my family.
Bridgette Nevins
Working as a Podiatrist since 2012 after Graduating from La Trobe University, I genuinely enjoy helping my patients, assisting them to remain active in their community. Working at Peninsula Foot Clinic since 2016, I am located at the Mornington Clinic. Believing that it is important to move every day as part of a healthy mind and body, I love to get out for a run or a walk to start the day. I adore being in or near the water, and over the Summer, you can find me Stand Up Paddle Boarding. My husband and I love getting away camping and hiking or spending time with family in my spare time.
Mohamad El Hassan
My name is Mohamad, but you can call me Mo! Outside of the world of Podiatry, I enjoy playing soccer at a competitive level, participating in strength and conditioning training and love spending time with my family. I am an outgoing individual always up for a challenge and part take in numerous funds raising and mental health awareness campaigns. My passion in the clinic is assist individuals in returning to activity pain free and preventing future injuries. I achieved my Bachelor of Applied Sciences and Masters of Podiatric Practice at La Trobe University
Lauren Whitehead
Hi, my name is Lauren Whitehead and I am a local on the Mornington Peninsula, growing up and working part time in the area . When I am not working, I will either be watching the footy as I am a Western Bulldogs member or exploring the beautiful nature of Australia and afar through hiking. Starting at Peninsula Foot Clinic in 2021 , I completed my Podiatry at La Trobe University with a Masters of Podiatric Practice in 2020 and enjoy looking after all foot concerns!
Jessica Trim
My name is Jessica Trim and I have had the pleasure of working at Peninsula Foot Clinic for the last 17 years. Born and bred on the Mornington Peninsula I live locally with my amazing husband and 2 young, highly energetic boys. In my spare time, I enjoy running and plan to complete my first marathon in 2021. Having a passion for health I hold a double degree in both Human Biology and Podiatry. I love all aspects of Podiatry and aim to keep you pain-free and active by providing you with the best up to date clinical care.
Ellie Vandestadt
I completed my Bachelor of Health Science with Masters in Podiatric Practice in 2012 at La Trobe University. I am also a qualified Yoga and Barre Pilates teacher; I love to stay active. I have two young daughters, and together with my husband we love to spend time outdoors adventuring, kayaking, riding bikes and climbing trees. My mum is Norwegian, and I have spent time living in Tromso, Norway- giving me the opportunity to travel extensively. I really enjoy all things craft; knitting, painting, and of course - with two little ones - anything with glitter!
Tabitha Tan
I grew up in Singapore and I’ve been a Melbourne resident for a long time now, completing my Studies at La Trobe University. Outside of work, I love spending time going for walks, bouldering at the climbing gym, or eating – food runs deep in my Singaporean veins! I have been at Peninsula Foot Clinic since 2020 working at the Rosebud and Dromana clinics. My aim is to work with you and find the best solution for keeping your feet happy and healthy.
Maddie Stockdale
The Mornington Peninsula has always held a special place in my heart thanks to frequent family holidays and weekends spent down the coast. Outside of work, I love keeping active through strength and conditioning training, boxing and long walks with my Border Collie puppy. On the weekends I keep busy with watching the footy (Go Richmond!), getting coffee with friends and going on staycations to coastal/regional Victoria. I finished studying Podiatry at La Trobe University in 2019 and began working at Peninsula Foot Clinic the following year. You’ll find me working out of the Mornington, Somerville and Sorrento clinics with the aim of keeping you mobile and on your feet, whilst also helping you to achieve your health goals.
Melanie Adams
I grew up in regional Victoria, moved to Melbourne to study and now love living by the bay. I graduated from La Trobe University with a Bachelor of Podiatry in 2011 and have been with PFC since 2013. I am passionate about foot and ankle health and the role it plays in our overall well-being. I enjoy working with my patients- young, old and in between, to help them achieve whatever their goals may be, free of foot pain. I work from our Mornington and Rosebud clinics. When I’m not at work I love creating and baking in the kitchen, travel, cycling and making memories with my husband and young son.