Kirsten Woods

Kirsten Woods is an accomplished healthcare professional specializing in physiotherapy and leadership, currently serving as the Falls Prevention Clinical Lead at Peninsula Health since March 2023, where responsibilities include educating staff on falls prevention strategies to enhance patient safety. Kirsten is concurrently pursuing an MBA with the Australian Institute of Management while providing mentorship and coaching in physiotherapy and netball. Previous roles include Senior Physiotherapy Clinical Supervisor at AAC – Allied Aged Care, and Senior Physiotherapist at Normanby Physiotherapy, where a strong emphasis on patient-centered care was maintained. As a former Senior Head Coach for Bayside Netball Club, Kirsten developed strong team dynamics and cultural cohesion, while a graduate of the Brené Brown Dare To Lead Leadership Programme and a Mental Health First Aid Course, underscores a commitment to authentic leadership and mental health support. Educational background includes two Bachelor of Applied Science degrees in physiotherapy from La Trobe University, complemented by extensive clinical experience in various healthcare settings.