Meet our team...

Shannan Furness
Shannan has been working in Chiropractic for 14 years, having started the practice in the U.K. with Kimberlie in 1995. Being brought up with parents who believed in natural healthcare and rarely relied on pharmaceuticals, it was a normal progression for Shannan to be involved in natural healing.
Having worked for many years in a bank in Frankston, Shannan had many skills that were an asset to running a busy reception. Shannan worked in Chiropractic practices in England, Perth and Hawthorn before coming to start Lotus with Kimberlie in 2003.
She is a wonderful ‘people person’, and has the ability to make people laugh and feel good about themselves. You will always know when Shannan is working as it feels like a party in the reception area and people never want to leave. Shannan’s daughter Lacey is two and already thinks she is one of the Chiropractors at Lotus.

Cara Macri
Cara has been an integral part of our team since she joined us in March 2007. She had been coming to Lotus two years prior and had experienced first hand the benefits of Chiropractic. During a time when her own health was suffering, she found increased energy levels and improved sleeping patterns with ongoing maintenance care.
We were attracted to Cara’s gentle nature and beautiful smile. She studied Environmental science at La Trobe University and is the dedicated recycler of our practice, ensuring no paper or precious resources are wasted. She also works with the Shiva School of Meditation and is a qualified yoga teacher and member of the ashram.
Cara has a deep respect for the planet and all things natural, so the philosophy of Chiropractic, working with the innate healing powers of the body were congruent with her own personal philosophy.

Audrey Neilson
Audrey Neilson has been with the Lotus team for almost a year now, having been a practice member for two years previously. Managing a pharmacy in Mt Eliza for 10 years, Audrey has a love for the village and knows nearly everyone in the community. It was obvious to us that her ability to relate to people on all levels and her love for children and animals would make her an asset to our practice. The warmth she radiates is evident as soon as you come through our door. Audrey has lived in the area for over 25 years and both her children, Dana and Shaun, attended schools in Mt Eliza. Her passions in life are her partner, David and her two beloved dogs, Ruby and Angus, all of whom are under regular chiropractic care.  Audrey takes great delight in the children of our practice and will do anything in her power to have a cuddle... needless to say she can often be seen at the front desk with a baby in her arms.

Our Chiropractors, Dr. Kimberlie Furness and Dr. Joanne Dobson bring a wealth of knowledge and a variety of different techniques to suit people of all ages, from newborn to the elderly. Together with our dedicated reception staff, we create a team that is nurturing and professional, ensuring your Chiropractic care will always be a positive and enjoyable experience.

Both Kimberlie and Joanne specialise in Chiropractic care for pregnant Mums, babies and children. Our practice is the natural choice for many families seeking a drug-free, non-invasive form of health care.