framar health practitioner profiles
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Jan de Vries
DHO MED D.ch |
Jan de Vries is universally acknowledged as one of the worlds leading naturopaths and natural health experts. He has been described by the London Evening Standard as the 'guru' of alternative medicine. Jan has conducted research and held lectures all over the world and has regular question and answer broadcasts on several BBC and commercial radio stations as well as a regular slot of the ITV Morning show 'Good morning'.
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Stella Coughlan
BA (Hons) DIP HOM |
Stella Coughlan is a graduate of Queens University, Belfast. She is a qualified Homoeopathic practitioner, Aromotherapist/Reflexologist, Acpuntucturist and a practitioner of Vega Allergy Testing. Stella is a very successful and popular practitioner of complementary medicine. Stella has just completed a course run by Jan de Vries to become a Chiropath.
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Maeve McGowan |
Maeve studied in London at the British College of Osteopathic Medicine, receiving a BSc(Hons) in Osteopathic Medicine from the University of Westminister in 1999. Maeve worked and taught at the college before moving back to Dublin where she set up a practice in a GP clinic. Maeve practiced there for 8 years before meeting her husband and moving to Bangor, Co Down. Maeve has completed Postgraduate Studies in acupuncture, cranial osteopathy, paediatric osteopathy and sports injuries.
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Jennifer Walsh-Rupakheti |
Jennifer specialises in treating injuries and in managing conditions such as migraine and fatigue. She identifies and treats the root cause of a problem and has extensive experience in relieving physical ailments where other treatments have been unsuccessful. Jennifer is a graduate of The Academy of Oriental Medicine, Dublin, with Diplomas in Advanced Neurovascular TuiNa and TuiNa massage. She is qualified in Counselling, Herbal Medicine and Health Food retailing. | |
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Paul Moore BSc(Hons) Podiatry(Podiatrist) |
Paul graduated from Queen Margaret College, Edinburgh in June 2003 with an Honours Degree in Podiatry. Since then he has worked in various podiatry positions within the Northern Ireland Health Service and from 2004 he has also built up a successful domiciliary - based practice. He now runs a Podiatry Clinic for Framar Health on Thursdays and Saturdays. Paul takes pride in providing a professional service in a comfortable and friendly environment where patients can be assured that they will receive the highest quality of care and treatment. A wide range of treatments are available: Verrucae & Corn treatments, Toenail surgery under local anaesthesia, Foot/Toe dressing appointments, Biomechanic & Orthotic therapy and assessment and General Foot Health assessment and advice. | |
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| Cathy Hutton
MRQA DIP IIHHT |
Cathy started working with Framar on Saturdays while still at School. Taking a keen interest in complementary medicine Cathy joined Framar as a full time member of staff. She pursued her interest by becoming qualified in Aromatherapy and massage and has recently joined the Clinical Team in the Framar Clinics. | |
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Dr Dowey MB MRCP |
Worked as a Consultant in Emergency Medicine at the Belfast City Hospital for 20+ years and established an Acupuncture Service there. Studied acupuncture with Dr Anthony Campbell, Royal Homeopathic Hospital, London and Dr Felix Mann, Harley Street. Dr Dowey is a member of the British Medical Acupuncture Society. Areas of practice: Musculoskeletal problems, sports injuries, headaches, tension/anxiety, hay fever/allergies and gynaecological disorders. | |
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Jane McClenaghan BSc(Hons) DiplON |
Jane McClenaghan graduated from the University of Reading with a BScHons in Food Science in 1994. Since studying at the Institute for Optimum Nutrition (ION) for three years, Jane has gained a wide range of experience in nutritional therapy. As well as her clinical experience as a nutrition consultant in Reading, Jane has worked in a nutrition laboratory, as a nutrition advisor for a highly reputable supplement company and was the sub-editor of The Nutrition Practitioner, a quarterly journal for nutritional consultants. She has written for a number of health publications, such as The Reader’s Digest and the GNC publication Live Well. | |
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Sinead Lynch Food Sensitivity Testing |
Sinead Lynch graduated from Queen's University with a Bachelor of Arts degree. Since leaving University Sinead has worked within the natural health care industry and now specialises in food sensitivity testing. Sinead believes that many people suffer symptoms for years, not realising that one or more of the foods that they are eating could be to blame. And it can often be a "favourite" food that is the main offender. | |
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| David Smith
B.A M.Sc. (Psychotherapy) |
Individual Member, British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. Registered Member, Irish Council for Psychotherapy David Smtih is a graduate of Birmingham University. Over the last 12 years he has gained in-depth clincial experience of working psychodynamically with a diverse range of both individuals and groups - from the adolescent to elderly. After commencing his academic study of psychotherapy at the NHS Department of Psychotherapy in Belfast, he went on to complete a formal 6 years Masters training at Queens' University. David is a member of the Northern Ireland Institute of Human Relations and the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. He is registered to practice as a psychotherapist with the Irish Council for Psychotherapy. | |
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| Elizabeth Murray
HND Applied Science and Therapies |
Elizabeth Murray graduated from the Belfast Institute of Further and Higher Education with a HND in Applied Science and Therapies. She has an in-depth knowledge of Reflexology, Swedish massage, advanced massage and acupressure and aromatherapy. Elizabeth finds it very satisfying to observe the benefits clients report after successful treatments. | |
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Patricia Cosgrove Classical Homoeopath. Lic. RCCH, MARH.. RM, RN, BSc (Hons) DIPHE. |
Patricia Cosgrove graduated from the Retrieve School of Classical Homoeopathy in 2006, and is a member of the Alliance of Registered Homoeopaths. She has a background in Nursing and Midwifery since 1995. Patricia is also a qualified Aromatherapist and teaches baby massage. |
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Heather Lang B.Sc. Osteopathy (Hons) Registered osteopath and massage therapist |
Heather Lang is a registered osteopath and massage therapist with a background in ergonomics - the study of people at work. Her approach is to blend traditional osteopathy with the latest techniques and research, ensuring each treatment is adapted to the needs of the individual patient. Heather has a passion for outdoor sports and has worked with some of Scotland's top athletes as well as patients of all ages from children to geriatrics. |
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Payal Montague BSc (Hons) OstMed.DN |
Payal qualified from the British College of Naturopathy and Osteopathy in London gaining a Bachelor of Science in Osteopathic Medicine and diplomas in Naturopathy and Osteopathy. Payal has continued her training and additionally utilises Acupuncture and Cranial Osteopathy. She has gained experience in Liverpool working in sports injury clinics and has also worked abroad in New Zealand. Payal has worked with Jan de Vries Healthcare for over two years and working closely with Jan de Vries in Troon has been very rewarding and a real privilege, as he has passed on his wealth of knowledge and experience from over 40 years of practice, thus helping Payal to treat patients. In everyday practice Payal treats everything from eczema to high blood pressure, and young babies to 18 stone professional rugby players!! |
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Choice Healthcare Services Ltd |
MMR Single Vaccines Measles, Rubella and mumps At choice Healthcare we strongly believe that children should be vaccinated against these quite serious illnesses, however we do believe that parents should be given the Choice to vaccinate their children with individual vaccines. We offer a course of mono component vaccines for Measles, Rubella and Mumps (Monovac). To have individual vaccines, your child should be at least 13 months old. For further information call us now on 0870 770 8545 or visit our website www.choicehealthcare.co.uk | |
