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Dr Ali Abdo, Registered Osteopath

Ali Abdo developed a passion for osteopathy after being treated as an athlete for many years. He graduated from Victoria University and whilst a university student managed to balance his full-time studies with full-time training and part-time work. Being a university student and athlete for many years, Ali appreciates the importance of mind-body balance.

Prior to obtaining his osteopathic qualifications Ali completed a degree in human movement and a graduate diploma in exercise for rehabilitation. He spent five years working in the fitness industry as a fitness instructor and personal trainer assisting people, from the average person to athletes, achieve pre-determined goals. Ali was also a qualified remedial masseur working in private practice and as a sports trainer treating and managing sports injuries with the Western Suburbs Soccer Club and premier league side Melbourne Knights.

Ali is passionate about sport and has been involved in freestyle wrestling for over 20 years. He has represented Australia at the highest level on numerous occasions including world championships and Olympics. His first international exposure was at 17 years of age at the world championships. Two-years later a dream come true, he was selected for 2000 Sydney Olympic Games. His consistency and determination led him to also become a member of the Australian team at the 2004 Athens and 2008 Beijing Olympic games. He continues to exercise and visit the gym regularly and believes that the idea of competing at a 4th Olympics is very enticing. Along with Ali’s achievements he has received many awards for his efforts and community contribution most notably the ‘Young Australian Achiever ‘and ‘Australian-Arabic Young Achiever’ awards.

His involvement in sport coupled with his studies and work made him further appreciate and value the balance between mind, body and soul.

Ali is pleased to be part of the team at HOC offering osteopathic care to the whole family in a relaxed and caring environment. Please feel free to call Ali to discuss whether Osteopathy may be beneficial to you, your family or friends.

Photo: Ali Abdo wrestling at the 2008 Sydney Olympics

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