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Jana Van Der Merwe

6 years experience

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Special Interests

Jana has a special interest in treating post operative conditions (traumatic and elective), scar management and lymphatic conditions.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy (BSc. OT) | University of the Western Cape | 2017
Accreditation in Advanced Medical Lymphatic Drainage | Lymphoedema Training Academy, UK | 2021
Certification in Oncology Rehabilitation, Pinc & Steel, NZ | 2021

Bio

Jana is a South African occupational therapist with 6 years’ experience. Jana graduated from the University of the Western Cape (South Africa) in 2017. She has worked across various hand therapy clinics in South Africa and in Melbourne. Her fields of expertise include hand therapy, lymphoedema management, and oncology rehabilitation.

Memberships

Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency

Ahpra

Google Rating

4.9

Based on 235 reviews

Melbourne Hand Therapy

4.9

Roman Biswakarma

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Thomho2048

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Well qualified experienced person analysed and prescribed treatment for wrist arthritis

Clare Price

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Vivienne Williams

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Highly recommend

Diane Richards

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Professional, friendly and approachable.

Michelle

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My daughter had a post op appointment to have a wrist splint especially made for her. The lady who saw my daughter was lovely and extremely helpful with post op after care and also gave her wound care advice. She was highly knowledgeable, confident and caring towards my daughter. Highly recommend Melbourne Hand Therapy.

Lee Hayes

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These Hand Therapists are amazing in my eyes. It's so interesting watching them create and mould a splint for my thumb (currently on my second splint). And excellent practical advice to move forward with. I feel very well supported!

Theo van Wegberg

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Boriana Grozev

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I have fantastic experience with hand therapist Morgan who listens, carefully observes my progress and gives great solutions.She is very resourceful.I would greatly recommend her to anyone who wants to get the best of their treatment.

Joy Nitschke

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Very happy with Alison who was able to help me

PAUL O'NEILL

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Great therapist, great programs great results👍

Frederik Kotze

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Great and friendly advice.

Liz Betts

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The relief I've experienced with hand therapist Lucy, is awesome.So professional & friendly & listens carefully to all I say. I highly recommend Lucy.

Anthony Sabato

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I was happy with the outcome and knowledge I received after my consult.

Porutu Mairi

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Good 👍

Heather Lowe

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Very friendly and made me feel comfortale

Darren Hall

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Excellent service

Rhonda

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Very friendly staff and the fellow I saw explained everything in terms I could understand easily. I highly recommend this team.

Kelly Parker

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Such a friendly and welcoming place. I highly recommend.

Patricia Seaye

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I found it very helpful. Showed & explained exercises that were beneficial to improve movement in my hand.

Ruth Jelley

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My therapist at Melbourne Hand Therapy provides patient-centred care that’s focused on getting me back to normal daily activities and hobbies. Their expertise has yielded wonderful results so far. The East Melbourne clinic is really easy to access on public transport.

Geraldine Farrell

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Liz Max

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Amazing clinicians with a wealth of experience and very friendly.

Kathryn C

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I’ve only had one appointment so far and l don’t have a diagnosis as yet. Friendly and professional staff who I’m confident will be able to help and advise me going forward.

Ainsley Sinicco

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After receiving sub standard care elsewhere I was referred to Andrew Cavello and his team to look after a hand injury. Thank you so much for looking after me. The receptionists and therapists are divine and Andrew has been amazing. Thank you !

Kate Scott

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I made this appointment without reading reviews (just googled and this came place came up) and was a bit anxious, but needed an appointment fast. I was so impressed by the friendly reception staff and the clean waiting room.We saw Kim who was so lovely went over options and explained step by step. And really good with my daughter!I’m so thankful how the appointment went today.

John Wood

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An extremely professional, courteous, efficient and empathetic customer experienceAll therapists (Jamie, Lucy and Nikita) and support staff (Melanie and Sam) with whom I had contact are consummate professionals. Appointments were on time and reminders pleasant and helpful. Even when there was a “building problem” at Box Hill, a change of venue and therapist was arranged seamlessly at at no inconvenience to me.Highly recommended!

Valerie McLeod

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I am so grateful my GP suggested I check out Melbourne Hand Therapy Boronia where I met Veryn. She was very quick to identify my issues and put me on the right rehab path from the very first session. I have had 2 sessions now with Veryn and I can already feel the improvement. She explained the condition, the exercises and a way forward very clearly. Veryn is very knowledgeable, warm and supportive - thanks to her my optimism has returned. Highly recommend

Tabitha Tan

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Jaime helped me return to work and sport after a wrist injury. He's knowledgeable and really thorough with his treatment. From the initial consult, he was clear about treatment goals and rolling out an amazing treatment plan which assisted me in returning to work and reducing my wrist pain.Highly recommend the team at Melbourne Hand Therapy!

Emi Matsuyama

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I saw Melanie for wrist pain, I suffered with tenosynovitis in both wrists after giving birth. Melanie was kind, friendly and professional and guided me to help fix my wrist pain. Thanks to Melanie for helping me.

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Highly recommend Haley Field, Hand Specialist.Highly experienced, highly clinical, it was also impressive to see the mentorship she gives her staff ensuring all patients receive the highest level of care.

Tony Mitchell

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Very knowledgable and provided excellent solutions.

mcdonald fambam

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5 star service and care from the staff. Very thorough, knowledgeable and empathetic. Would highly recommend to family and friends.

Tanya Gamble

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Jen and the team at Melbourne Hand Therapy provided me with exceptional care and support to assist with my recovery. The team of therapists worked hard to ensure I am now pain free and have full use of my finger. The multiple access to different locations made it easy to set appointments to suit my own schedule. I would highly recommend Melbourne Hand Therapy and thank them for the outstanding service they provided.

Amelia Bolic

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i had an appointment here and the staff were amazing! really friendly people and great service, thanks to them my hand is all better now.

Sheridan Wolf

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Dane & Jaime were both very professional and friendly. Helped my son with his injured thumb and he’ll be back to sport in no time.

Peter Pope

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A very professional and caring hand therapy clinic. Jennifer Mathias and her team are thoughtful and extremely talented at developing personalised recovery treatment plans including tailor made hand splints.

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Great staff with a caring attitude. Listen to you and not afraid to adapt when things change etc. Great service.

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Rob Lockyer

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Friendly and knowledgeable staff, very polite. Highly recommended.

Michael Glinski

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Meeting with Emeline was a most enjoyable and productive experience. Immediately I became aware Emeline was most knowledgeable and experienced, as well as being friendly and professional. She detailed exercises for me which were most focussed and appropriate, and have achieved excellent results in a comparatively short period of time. I would recommend this business, and in particular Emeline to any prospective patient.Michael J Glinski

Pina Kafkis

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Cameron Womersley

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Carol Knight

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I have attended 2 appointments with Kate at the Bundoora clinic and I have found it to be very friendly and professional. Kate gave me all options in treating my hand condition and explained fully what to expect with my treatment plan. I would highly recommend Kate and Melbourne Hand Therapy.

Tony Ottobre

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Very professional service and advice. Options clearly explained.

Melissa Courtney

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Marianne McEwen

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Jennifer diagnosed my Rheumatoid Athritis over 20 years ago, when the GP thought it was RSI. Now she has provided valuable insight and expertise supporting a inflammatory condition for our son. Highly recommend this clinician.

Ph User

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Stephen Paoli

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Ron Morris

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Very respectful helpful service. Thank you.

Sharon Rider

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Maria Andreoli papadimitriou

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Kermi Frog

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From the Receptionists to the Hand Therapists, patients are always greeted warmly and treated professionally. Care and effort are taken with the individualised treatment and support. They are also very patient and respond to our concerns. This all aids in our recovery. I cannot recommend them highly enough.

Philip Gedye

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I found Melanie at Melbourne Hand Therapy to be very friendly, competent, and professional. I would highly recommend this organisation, without reservation.

Chris Coulthard

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Janene Wilson

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Judy Harbourd

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Lovely staff

Rod Bowen

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A great place to go for any hand related injuries or problems with muscle strains ETC.

Naomi Bury

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Freya

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I had a great experience and everyone was very kind to me and helpful. It’s a really friendly place and i am happy to continue going there for hand therapy

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Lovely staff. Emmaline was fantastic and enthusiastic. Great knowledge base and friendly. Highly recommend her!!

Nadiya Hafizi

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Carol Ryan

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This is the second time I’ve used this clinic for different reasons . Kate was great. My hand is healing really well. Miss my hot wax treatments.Thanks Carol

James Filippone

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I’d like to thank Kate for helping me get my hand back to 100% functional. My experience here was great. Thanks Kate 😊 I highly recommend this place

Erika Bedyn

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Anna Clive

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I just couldn’t be happier with Kate and the support she provided me after my wrist operation. It was always such a pleasure to see her bright bubbly face and the exercises were perfect, in that they were manageable and helped me progress.It was a wonderful experience which I would highly recommend.

Rachael Smith

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Was able to get an appointment straight away due to the urgent nature of my injury. Was very happy with the treatment received.

Jean McFarlane

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Karen Foo

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Emmaline was very kind, supportive and pragmatic. Giving clear easy to understand explanations and very gentle in removing my stitches which was a challenging task. I was also shown a number of easy to follow exercises to help limber my fingers to help the healing process. Highly recommended.

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Very professional, efficientient and extremely knowledgeable on my problem. Put me at ease and i was comfortable at all times. My doctor is also very pleased with my progress as a direct result of the hand theorphy. Thanks.

Dale Rowley

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gavin ross

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Geraldine McClure

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Very professional, streamlined service provided by courteous staff.

Jo Cotsonis

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Very friendly, thorough and prompt service. The therapists are very knowledgeable and helpful and I have full confidence that my injury will heal as it should.

Olivia Andrews

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christian alexander

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They have been very helpful in my hand recovery , fantastic people, easy to deal with. 👍

Richie Knight

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Sheridan Wolf

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Kristen was fantastic and the rehab that she did with my son enabled his arm to heal quickly and get back to the sport he loves as quick as possible. Very professional and helpful at all times. Would highly recommend.

Carolyn Zorzi

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Had such a great experience at this Melbourne Hand Therapy Location! Lovely receptionists and great session with one of the doctors, Elaine. Super informative and down to earth. Highly recommend 👍🏻

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