OUR TEAM
The NVOPS team comprises clinical, technical and admiration staff. NVOPS is happy to describe the team as a work family, the small team has been together for many years. The small unit is made of six clinicians, 3 administration and 1 technician. All NVOPS clinicians are AOPA (Australian Orthotic & Prosthetic Association) certified Orthotists/Prosthetists. They uphold the professional standards our membership requires.
AMELIA THOMAS
Orthotist Prosthetist
- Bachelor of Prosthetics & Orthotics | 2017
When Amelia joined NVOPS in June 2024 she fulfilled one of Lynne’s long held daydreams… that a kind and caring Shepparton local with a Bach. of Orthotics and Prosthetics will walk into NVOPS and enquire about working with us!
Working part time, she looks after clients with acute injuries and orthopaedic issues. Specialising in assessing injuries, recommending and fitting customised and custom orthoses and providing ongoing client care. Longer term musculoskeletal problems are also under Amelia’s care at NVOPS. She excels in working with clients to provide orthoses for foot, ankle and knee pain and instability.
More recently she has teamed up with Noel in working with clients with upper limb difference and upper limb amputees and has obtained certification in the Exopulse Molli suit.
Workdays Wednesday and Thursday.
Megan wallace
Orthotist Prosthetist
Master of Prosthetics & Orthotics 2022
Bachelor of Applied Science 2022
Graduate Diploma Child Health 2024
A perfect fit for NVOPS, Megan grew up in a regional area and has experience working in O&P across regional NSW. We were thrilled to welcome her in early 2025, bringing not only her fabulous sense of humour but also her strong knowledge of regional health and disability needs (with a focus on orthotics and prosthetics, of course!).
Megan initially began a degree in Occupational Therapy before discovering O&P—and she’s never looked back. Her studies in both fields give her broad assessment skills, which she readily shares with the NVOPS team.
She works with clients across a wide range of diagnoses, including acute injuries. Megan frequently travels between Shepparton and regional health services to provide spinal orthoses for both neck and back fractures. Her caseload also includes musculoskeletal and neuromuscular conditions, along with orthotic care for high-risk diabetic feet. She is certified in the Exopulse Molli suit.
Her excellent technical skills perfectly complement her expertise in prescribing and designing custom orthoses.
Workdays Monday to Friday.
Tom Crellin
Prosthetist/Orthotist
Master of Prosthetics & Orthotics 2019
Bachelor of Applied Science
We were delighted when experienced prosthetist/orthotist Tom contacted us wondering if NVOPS had any positions that might suit him. The move to the
Goulburn Valley from the NSW coast brings him home to Victoria, and closer to family, with his wife’s family Goulburn Valley locals.
Tom has joined the Prosthetics Team with Elizabeth and Noel. He has broad experience working with amputees and those clients with limb difference.
Additionally, he is sharing the clinical caseload of acute inpatient and outpatient orthotics with Megan and Amelia, this includes traveling to Shepparton and other regional health services to provide spinal orthoses for neck and back fractures.
He joins both Noel and Gus as tragic Essendon Supporters in the AFL. The three of them are optimistic of things to come.
Workdays Monday to Friday
lYNNE WEIR
Practice Principal and Orthotist
- Bachelor of Prosthetics & Orthotics | 1994
- Diploma of Prosthetics & Orthotics | 1991
- Member of the Australian Orthotic & Prosthetic Association
Lynne has been practicing as an orthotist since 1991 and has been lucky to have broad clinical experience, in Australia and overseas.
Lynne’s major clinical role being the NVOPS paediatric orthotist. She enjoys working with children, their families and their allied health teams. Lynne’s aim is to make the experience of using an orthosis to be as simple as possible for the child, while maximising the child’s functional abilities. She’s always on the lookout for new toys for the clinic and is especially fond of Bluey.
As one of the practice principals she also enjoys working on ways to update business practices in order to improve both the client and staff NVOPS experience.
Lynne has a visiting clinic to Wangaratta once a month (online bookings are not available for this service).
Noel Mitchell
Practice Principal and Orthotist/Prosthetist
- Bachelor of Prosthetics & Orthotics | 1997
- Diploma of Prosthetics & Orthotics | 1992
- Member of the Australian Orthotic & Prosthetic Association
Noel’s career in orthotics and prosthetics began in 1981 as a technician, and his exceptional technical expertise has been widely recognised across the Australian O&P industry ever since. His clinical experience is extensive, with client care roles in Darwin, Adelaide, Malaysia, Melbourne, and Shepparton.
At NVOPS, Noel works with a wide range of clients, including amputees and those with limb difference, as well as providing solutions for those with neuromuscular and orthopaedic conditions. He has particular expertise in complex lower limb orthoses and upper and lower limb prostheses.
With over 26 years of practice in Shepparton, Noel values the privilege of supporting clients throughout their care journey, often across decades. His genuine interest in people, combined with his commitment to high-quality orthotic and prosthetic care, makes him a highly regarded clinician.
As a natural problem solver, Noel leads NVOPS clinical case conferences, offering both practical and innovative solutions for complex cases. As Practice Principal, he also drives the team’s adoption of new technology and advances in the field.
ELIZABETH COX
Orthotist/Prosthetist
Clinical Lead
- Master of Prosthetics & Orthotics | 2014
- Bachelor of Health Sciences | 2014
- Member of the Australian Orthotic & Prosthetic Association
NVOPS was fortunate when Liz walked through our door looking for some technical work in her last year of her Masters Studies. That was more than 11 years ago, and she still calls NVOPS home.
She is the NVOPS clinical lead and FES specialist.
Liz’s expertise lies in complex lower limb orthosis and prosthesis provision. Liz enjoys working to develop a personalised plan with clients. Her client base involves a range of clinical conditions including complex neuromuscular disorders and amputees.
When not working with her human clients, Liz runs ‘Animal Tech’ an Australian first business assisting injured animals and birds with orthoses and prostheses, Have a look at her featured on “The Living Room” https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=533434731787139
JANET JUDD
Administration Co-ordinator/Client Support
- Registered Nurse, Registered Midwife 1986
- Bachelor of Science (Nursing) 1995
Janet works at NVOPS on a casual basis completing the numerous behind the scenes administration tasks required in an orthotic and prosthetic practice.
You may never see Janet in person, but you are likely to speak to her on the phone as she assists with navigating funding and subsidy programs such as the NDIS, and insurance companies funding your orthotic and prosthetic needs such as TAC and workcover. She uses her extensive experience in the health and disability area to cheerfully work her way through these difficult areas.
Workdays Tuesday and Wednesday.
Steph Baldi
Reception
Master of Public Health 2024
Bach Public Health
As our receptionist Steph might be the first person from NVOPS you ever meet! Either on the phone, via email or in person Steph is there to ask, “how can I help”.
As you can see from Steph’s education background, she is a very well qualified for her role. Her skills are just what we need at NVOPS, with attention to fine detail a priority. Her education and work experience provide us with knowledge of health systems, including the NDIS.
She is an animal lover, we have all been delighted to meet her border collie, River.
Workdays Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Fridays
Alice Tolson
Reception
Alice joined NVOPS after moving to the area with her family. Her bright personality and caring nature make her a wonderful addition to the team.
With a background in communications within large organisations, Alice has brought valuable skills and experience to NVOPS, benefiting both clients and staff. She is enjoying the change of pace that comes with working in a small, close-knit team.
Workdays Monday, Tuesday and Thursday