Choosing physiotherapy as a career is one of the best decisions I’ve ever made, I love helping people to surprise themselves at what they can achieve! If I can help to make everyday life easier for someone then I’m happy.
Outside of work I enjoy gallivanting around Scotland, I’ve just started on a project to convert a campervan for future trips. I also like to keep active through sports and walks with my dog
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Lydia Scott – MSc, MCSP, HCPC, Chartered Physiotherapist
Hi, my name is Lydia, and I am a physiotherapist who specialises in working with adults affected by neurological conditions. I have worked in a variety of different clinical settings within the NHS here in the UK working both the community and hospital. I have also had the opportunity to live and work in New Zealand which was an amazing experience both professionally and personally.
I love being a physio and having the opportunity to support people to achieve their goals really is a privilege, I have met some truly incredible people while doing this job. Outside of work I am kept pretty busy with 2 young daughters and a black lab! I love spending time with my family, and you will often find us outdoors either hiking or mountain biking.
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Emma Doherty – MSc, MCSP, HCPC, Chartered Physiotherapist
Hi everyone!
I’m Emma, I’m a physiotherapist here at Simpson Physiotherapy, working with adults who are affected by neurological conditions. I have worked in many different settings within the NHS and in Ireland. For the last few years, I have specialised in working with adults in their own homes, working towards achieving their goals and regaining some independence.
Outside of work, I enjoy staying active by hosting my own running club, spending time with family, friends and my crazy cocker spaniel! I’m looking forward to meeting you and helping you work towards your goals!
Hi, my name is Niamh, and I am a Neuro Coach at Simpson Physiotherapy.
It is a privilege to work in rehabilitation and help clients to overcome injury or meet their own personal mobility goals.
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Helen Maclean- MRCSLT & HCPC, BSc (Hon) & PGDip Speech and Language Therapist
Hi, I’m Helen, a Speech and Language Therapist with 15 years of experience in working with people with neurological conditions. when a family member experienced a brain injury, I learned about Speech and Language Therapy, and I knew this was the career for me.
Outside of work, I’m often out and about, whether it’s wild swimming, hiking, or cycling.
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Isla Macaulay – Client Relations Assistant
Hi, I am one of the Client Relations Assistants. My role is to support the physio’s by ensuring that the admin side of things are taken care of but more importantly it is my responsibility to make sure that we are living up to our side of the treatment plan. I keep in regular contact with all our clients to ensure that our standards of service are always being maintained. I enjoy getting to know everyone and take pride in the great results and achievements made by our
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Sophie Sawdon – BA (Hons) History, MLitt Archive & Records Management, Client Relations Assistant
Hello! I am one of the Clients Relations Assistant for the practice. My background has been a mixture of jobs – I’ve been a waitress; I’ve worked in a sports memorabilia shop, and I’ve also worked in betting shops.
As you can see from my job history, I love sports! I recently gained my masters degree at Dundee University in archive and record management, and due to graduate in 2025. My goal to become an archivist and work in the medical sector! The most interesting thing about myself is probably that pre-Covid, I catalogued medical records from Edinburgh mental asylum, with the records dating back to the early 1800s. I have my Honours Degree in History.
