Dr Kara Rosker

Director

Senior Osteopath

Registered Osteopath, B.Sc.(Clin.Sc) M.H.Sc.(Osteopathy), GCertWomHlthMed

Advanced Paediatric Osteopath

Nutrition Consultant

Certified APPI Practitioner (Ante and Post Natal)

Member Osteopathy Australia

Kara has practiced Osteopathy since 2002 in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne.  Over this time she has developed a special interest in the treatment of babies and children; having completed extensive postgraduate studies in Cranial and Biodynamic Osteopathy, as well as Paediatric Nutrition.  Kara has been recognised and certified by her profession as an Advanced Paediatric Osteopath. Kara is also a qualified Orofacial Myologist and is able to assess airways, identify tongue tie and prescribe any necessary oral exercises.  She will often work in conjunction with International Board Certified Lactation Consultants and Dental Surgeons.

Kara’s expertise lies in the subtle treatment of musculoskeletal conditions in babies such as plagiocephaly, torticollis, feeding dysfunctions and associated colic or unsettledness. Kara stresses the importance of tummy time and works with parents to achieve this alongside other important milestones such as rolling and crawling. Kara has recently completed her post-graduate degree in Womens Health Medicine, focusing on ante and post natal healthcare.

Kara is passionate about nutrition and whole foods, recognising the massive impact these can have on optimal health and wellbeing especially for women and children. Kara stresses the importance of nourishment throughout pregnancy and beyond to achieve the best health possible for the entire family. She thoroughly enjoys cooking nutritious meals for her family, especially packing wholesome school lunches.

At home Kara loves spending time with her husband and two girls, going for long runs with their German Pointer and weekends away with friends and family by the beach.

Kara is currently on Long Service Leave