Over three decades of experience

Emanuel a sammut

Emanuel focuses on driving the team forward by enthusiasm and leads by example. He trained in the old school approach and is exclusively hands on in his clinical practice.

He taught at the British School of Osteopathy from 1987-2007, and went on as a visiting lecturer in Italy, France, Belgium, Spain and Poland. He co-wrote the seminal text book, Osteopathic Diagnosis which was published in 1998, has been translated into German, and is still in use. He continues to invite young people to work-experience at the practice.

He has appeared on the BBC’s One Show, among others, as well as interviews on BBC Radio 4, and LBC radio

He is also a clinical researcher at the Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine, part of University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. It is the largest public sector provider of complementary medicine in Europe. His role is setting up clinical research programmes in using hypnotherapy in the management of chronic pain.

Emanuel views healthcare holistically, and complements his practice by offering hypnotherapy consultations, obtaining the Medical Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy (MDCH).

British School Of Osteopathy
DO ( Hons ) 1985

London College of Medical Hypnotherapy
MDCH 2013

Member of the General Osteopathic Council

Nicola J Sammut

(nee Burgess)

Nicola graduated from The British School of Osteopathy in 1984. She was a clinical tutor soon after graduating as well as accumulating vast clinical experience  in private practice.

An experienced mother of three children, she understands the needs and demands of infants, which respond well to the technique of cranial osteopathy.

Over the course of her career, she has seen many children who are now adults and bring their own children in for treatment. She has even looked after four consecutive generations of the same family. 

British School Of Osteopathy
DO 1984

Member of the General Osteopathic Council 

Olivia R sammut

The latest generation of Sammuts, Olivia is a Chartered Physiotherapist. She has experience in musculoskeletal problems, womens’ health, and elderly care.

Olivia understands the setbacks of physical injury in one’s sporting career. She served as Chairman and Women’s Captain for Teesside University Rowing club. Wanting to apply her professional skills to sports, Olivia has achieved an additional Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy.

While she works for the NHS at the Royal Surrey Trust, she also offers a bespoke assessment, massage, and ‘rehab’ service tailored to the individual.

Teesside University

BSc Physiotherapy 2018

Member of the Health Care Professional Council (HCPC)

Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)

Associates & Recommended Rehabilitation Specialists

georgia davolls: Associate osteopath

Georgia obtained her Master’s degree from the University College of Osteopathy (formerly the BSO). She uses a traditional osteopathic approach to improve spinal joint and peripheral joint function to promote mechanical wellbeing; hands-on techniques to the soft tissues, spinal manipulations, as well as advising on strengthening exercises. To broaden her skillset, she obtained a diploma in Sports Massage.

Georgia is a key team member who looks after the ongoing maintenance treatment plans. Osteopathy is a recognised approach when dealing with degenerative joints. Osteoarthritis is a common skeletal condition which responds well to a dedicated treatment plan at regular intervals.

Jo RICHARDS: clinical pilates therapist

Jo is a clinical Pilates and movement therapist who specialises in injury management and prevention. A Polestar Pilates comprehensive trained teacher, she joined the Polestar education team as a mentor in 2017

Jo has a particular interest in sports injury prevention and performance. She has worked with elite athletes across a range of sporting disciplines, including two seasons with the England Rugby 7s team. As well her interest in sport, she works with a number of different clients with a range of issues, including disc and spine pathologies, shoulder problems, hyper mobility, ankle and knee problems, pre and post hip replacement and pre and post natal. She approaches teaching from an understanding of the body, helping people to find space, alignment and strength, giving them the tools to move more efficiently. Prior to participating in a class you will be thoroughly assessed which will ensure that all your exercises are tailored to your specific needs. This is particularly important for anyone with a history of injuries, as certain exercises may aggravate particular conditions if not completed correctly.

www.finefeatherpilates.co.uk

07979 673366 finefeatherpilates@gmail.com

The Support Team

Your first contact will be with one of our reception staff who will try to answer your queries or refer them on to the appropriate practitioner. As well as Antonia Sammut, Carol Henderson and Sue Grasby will be ready to greet you. The overall running of the practice is managed by Patricia Sammut.

"Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success" Henry Ford 

Dr Yong Xia practised Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) which involved acupuncture and herbal medicine in Beijing University of Traditional Medicine for 15 years. She had also been teaching TCM to undergraduates and postgraduates and was a renowned researcher during her time there. She was also the co-author of two books which were Holographic Medical Science and Clinical Research and Case Studies for Traditional Medicine. She was appointed associate professor and associate chief doctor in 1995. She won 3 research awards which included childbirth pain relief study in collaboration with Beijing Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital.

In 1998, Dr Xia was invited to work in the UK and has been working in Epsom since then. She successfully treated hundreds of patients with various conditions. She also hosted seminars in Middlesex University and is a member of the association of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture UK

Emanuel Sammut has been recommending Dr Xia for her professionalism and proven track record since hearing about her over 30 years ago. They share many patients and work in balanced equilibrium together.

You can contact her directly:

Tel: 01372 801005

www.acupunctureherbaldoctor.com

Dr Evgenia Volkovyskaya, Chartered Psychologist.

Evgenia is a chartered Cognitive Psychologist and qualified Clinical Hypnotherapist. She has a background in Clinical Psychology with a focus on psychotherapy and psychological rehabilitation. In her clinical practice she applies hypnotherapy in a combination with Cognitive Behaviour therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment therapy (ACT).

Evgenia’s areas of expertise are anxiety related issues (e.g. panic attacks, phobias and/or obsessions) and stress management. Also, she works with clients who experienced trauma and/or whose mental health was affected by somatic (physical) issues. She uses a client-centred approach to her practice and tailors therapeutic processes to client's interests and needs.

Qualifications:

PhD Cognitive Psychology

Medical Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy

MSc Health Psychology

BSc/MSc (specialist) Clinical Psychology

Service is available in English and Russian languages.

Contact details:

01748 902537

Evgenia.Volkovyskaya@gmail.com