Practitioners
Dr Paul Bergamo
Dr Paul Bergamo completed his Chiropractic degree in 1995 from RMIT University. Paul has been owner and Principal Chiropractor of Bergamo Chiropractic and Nutrition Centre, a natural, multi-disciplinary centre in Boronia, since 2000. In 2003, he completed a post graduate Diploma (Nutrition) from Deakin University and has had two past lecturing appointments teaching chiropractic students nutrition at RMIT and CQU. He has completed all 16 modules of the Carrick Post Graduate Neurology program and successfully completed a Diplomate of the American College Neurology Board (DACNB). Paul is Past Chair of the Nutrition Interest Group (NIG) for the Australian Chiropractic Association (ACA) and Past President of the Chiropractic Association of Australia ( CAA) Victoria. Paul is Founder and host of the podcast show BACKchat, where health experts and inspirational individuals are interviewed on the five pillars of Health: "Thinking, Eating, Moving, Sleeping and your Neurology." For a free download of any of the 30 shows released, click: https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/backchat/id972497993..
Paul loves to spend time with his family, catch up with friends and exercise at the gym.
B. App. Sc (Clin Sci), B.C.Sc (Chiro), DACNB. Member of ACA,CCP
Grad Dip of Health Science (Nutrition)
Host of BACKchat
Le Zhou
Le Zhou has been involved in the massage therapy industry for over 5 years, with a vast array of knowledge and experience, working at different centres. He has completed a Diploma in Remedial Massage Therapy and is a member of Australian Natural Therapists Association. He speaks both English and Mandarin.
When you come in for an appointment, Le will perform an initial assessment which includes the assessment of posture, muscle tension and movement, to customise a treatment plan suited to each individual. His treatments include deep tissue massage, lymphatic drainage treatment, sports massage, cupping, dry needling, stretching and home exercises.
When Le is away from the clinic, he enjoys being with his young family, loves cooking and really enjoys outdoor activities.
Nadhirah Haleem, APD
Meet Nadhirah – Accredited Practising Dietitian
Nadhirah is an Accredited Practising Dietitian at Bergamo Chiropractic & Nutrition Clinic, with over five years of experience in private practice. She completed a Bachelor of Nutrition Science followed by a Master of Dietetics, both at Monash University.
Nadhirah works with patients across a range of health areas, including Type 2 Diabetes, high cholesterol, digestive conditions like IBS, and general wellbeing. Her approach is practical, personalised, and focused on helping people build a healthy relationship with food.
She believes nutrition should be realistic and enjoyable, and supports patients in finding sustainable strategies that fit into their everyday lives.
Outside the clinic, Nadhirah plays netball and has recently taken up golf. She values balance in both life and nutrition, and brings that perspective into her work with every patient.
Certifications & Qualifications
- Accredited Practising Dietitian, registered with Dietitians Australia
- Current active member of Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA)
- Health professional member of Coeliac Australia
- Low FODMAP Certified Dietitian:
– Completed Monash University Low FODMAP Diet for IBS course
Consulting Days
Tuesdays and Thursdays
Chiropractic Assistants
Arienne Bergamo
Arienne has been a Chiropractic Assistant at Bergamo Chiropractic and Nutrition, since its inception in 2000. Arienne works Monday mornings. She has loved watching the children we have seen fifteen years ago become teenagers, to the older patients that are ageing well. She has a background in Hospitality with a Diploma from Box Hill Institute and also works part time at Mitcham GymbaROO. She is also a mum to Kiara and Caleb who are both in their teenage years. She loves to bake and attend the new Ringwood Aquanation gymnasium for a Tai Chi Class.
Susan Meredith
Susan has worked in various administrative/reception roles for 28 years. She has enjoyed being a Chiropractic Assistant since 2009, especially entertaining small children and settling babies while families have appointments.
Along with her husband, Neale, and two young adult children, they have received the benefits of natural health care, particularly Chiropractic, over many years and she takes pleasure in sharing these benefits with others.
Susan studies Pastoral care part-time, online, believing in being a life-long learner, and mentors young female leaders in the community. To relax she likes to create beautiful spaces, anything from gardening to decorating for parties.