Kimberley Mellor
B.App.SC. (Physiotherapy)
I graduated from the University Of South Australia in 2005. Initially I worked at the Lyell McEwin Hospital, gaining sound skills in a variety of areas including clinical educating with the University of South Australia, cardiorespiratory, general medicine, surgical, neurology, musculoskeletal, paediatrics, orthopaedics, acute rehabilitation and hydrotherapy.
I joined Respiratory Physi02 in 2011 and have never looked back – completing many Post Graduate courses in the areas of cardiorespiratory and musculoskeletal conditions, which has allowed me to maintain a clinically up to date and wholistic approach to treatment. My focus is to give patients the right tools to self manage their condition, and to build confidence towards exercise and movement. Outside of work I run around after 3 very active children, and enjoy everything related to the outdoors.
Yuka McMahon
A.SC. (Physiotherapy), B.Sc. (Respiratory therapy)
Having graduated with a Physiotherapy Associate Degree from Kanazawa University Japan in 1990, Yuka’s career in physiotherapy began as a paediatric physiotherapist. Later, Yuka decided to pursue her interest in respiratory care and completed a Bachelor of Science in Cardio-respiratory Care at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, USA. Following graduation, she gained work experience across different areas in respiratory care as a registered respiratory therapist in the USA from 2001−2002. After returning to Japan in 2002, Yuka worked in cardiac rehabilitation and physiotherapy in community based aged care in Japan until 2013. She then moved to Adelaide with her husband in 2013 and became a registered physiotherapist in 2015. Yuka happily joined Respiratory PhysiO2 in 2015 and practices at Hazelwood Park and Morphett Vale.
Feng Tam
B.App.Sc. (Physiotherapy), Grad Cert. Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy
Feng emigrated to Australia as a teenager from Beijing, China in 1985. She graduated from the University of South Australia in 1992 with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Physiotherapy.
Early in her career, Feng gained skills working in rural hospitals and then private hospitals across Adelaide, gaining valuable experience in intensive care, cardiac rehabilitation, pulmonary rehabilitation and chest physiotherapy. Feng then completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Cardio-respiratory Physiotherapy in 1997 at the University of South Australia. She followed this up with a Cardiac Rehabilitation course in Brisbane and a Pulmonary Rehabilitation course in Perth. Feng has also completed courses in acupuncture and cancer rehabilitation, her wide range of skills and knowledge making her an asset to our team.
Kylie Johnston
B.App.SC. (Physiotherapy), PhD, NHMRC
Kylie has worked as a respiratory physiotherapist in a range of settings including general hospitals, adult and child intensive care units, private practice and pulmonary rehabilitation in Tasmania, NSW, Western Australia and now Adelaide.
Awarded a PhD in 2004, an NHMRC Research Fellowship in 2013 and a Churchill Fellowship in 2017, Kylie’s research has informed how people with lung conditions can be more active, do the things that matter to them and better manage the troubling symptom of breathlessness.
Kylie joined the practice that is now Respiratory PhysiO2 in 2008 and highly values the opportunity to work in this setting with adults and children with lung conditions. When not at Respiratory PhysiO2, Kylie also works part-time in a teaching and research capacity, and outside work enjoys yoga and walking at the bush or beach with her family.
Lara Graham
B.App.SC (Physiotherapy)
Lara graduated from the University of South Australia in 2015 and has worked across several Metropolitan Adelaide hospitals developing a wide range of sound clinical skills.
Lara has worked in Chronic disease management (cardiorespiratory focus) within the Northern Adelaide Local Health Network. Lara assisted with the development of culturally safe exercise classes and cardiorespiratory assessments.
Lara has also worked with Veterans to return to civilian employment, and with currently serving Australian Defence Members with return to work and injury recovery support.
Lara joined Respiratory Phsyi02 in 2023 and greatly values the opportunity to work with people across of all ages with lung conditions. When not working, Lara loves traveling, rock climbing, doing Brazilian Ju Jitsu, or reading a good book with a trusty cup of tea.
Portia Matto
B.App.SC (Physiotherapy)
Portia graduated from Flinders University with a Bachelor of Health Science and a Master of Physiotherapy in 2025. Alongside her studies, she worked as a Sports Trainer with Fulham United Soccer Club, where she gained valuable experience in injury management and rehabilitation support. She has also completed additional qualifications in Pilates instruction and Dry Needling, enabling her to combine movement-based rehabilitation with targeted hands-on treatment techniques. Through her clinical placements and professional experience, Portia has developed broad skills across musculoskeletal, respiratory, orthopaedic, and rehabilitation settings. She has a particular interest in respiratory physiotherapy and musculoskeletal conditions, and she is passionate about helping patients reduce pain, improve function, and return to the activities they enjoy. Outside of work Portia enjoys spending free time with her friends and family, as well as her love of coffee and all things health and fitness.
