# https://www.strongmedicine.org.au


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- [Carolina Almendrales Rangel](https://www.strongmedicine.org.au/carolina_almendrales_rangel/): Mrs CAROLINA ALMENDRALES RANGEL Nutritionist Bachelor’s in Nutrition and Dietetics National University of Colombia. Master’s Degree in Health Services Management and Planning
 University of Technology Sydney. Diploma in Project Management National Institute of Education and Technology in Hobart. Carolina has over 20 years of experience in the clinical sector as a nutritionist in a hospital renal unit and private practice, in the public health sector, where she coordinated, developed, and implemented food security programs for populations at socio-economic disadvantage, in education, and research. She has worked with government and non-government organizations in Colombia, promoting healthy lifestyles throughout the lifespan in rural and urban communities. Since 2018, she […]
- [Video](https://www.strongmedicine.org.au/video/): Video A Comprehensive Approach to Managing Dementia and Frailty in Older Adults Read More The Rationale for Overcoming Resistance to Robust Exercise in Frail Elders Read More Fit Facts Booklets Literature News tab Integrating EXERCISE Into Mainstream MEDICAL CARE Call us today on (02) 8004 7655 Our Services Medicine Exercise Nutrition Stronger Health Care is Our Mission WE BELIEVE EXERCISE TO BE AT THE CORE OF THE TREATMENT OF CHRONIC DISEASE
- [News tab](https://www.strongmedicine.org.au/news_tab/): News tab Read More Read More Fit Facts Booklets Literature video Integrating EXERCISE Into Mainstream MEDICAL CARE Call us today on (02) 8004 7655 Our Services Medicine Exercise Nutrition Stronger Health Care is Our Mission WE BELIEVE EXERCISE TO BE AT THE CORE OF THE TREATMENT OF CHRONIC DISEASE
- [Literature](https://www.strongmedicine.org.au/literature/): Literature Read More Read More Read More Read More Read More Fit Facts Booklets News tab video Integrating EXERCISE Into Mainstream MEDICAL CARE Call us today on (02) 8004 7655 Our Services Medicine Exercise Nutrition Stronger Health Care is Our Mission WE BELIEVE EXERCISE TO BE AT THE CORE OF THE TREATMENT OF CHRONIC DISEASE
- [Nutrition](https://www.strongmedicine.org.au/nutrition/): Nutrition Nutrition Summary. In addition to the geriatric consultation and the exercise intervention, the Centre for STRONG Medicine, Pymble, offers online nutrition consultations conducted by a university-trained nutritionist. The nutrition consultation is tailored to your medical conditions, your goals, and your nutritional status. We aim to help you holistically improve your health and encourage the enjoyment of eating while taking care of your health. Nutrition Detailed Explanation. Following an initial consultation with Professor Maria A. Fiatarone Singh AM, MD, FGSA, FRACP, and the baseline assessments, including weight, height, waist circumference, calf circumference, and body composition assessment. You are referred to […]
- [Exercise](https://www.strongmedicine.org.au/exercise/): Exercise Exercise Summary. At the Centre for STRONG Medicine, Pymble, we offer specialised, tailored, high quality and evidence based exercise interventions prescribed by our geriatrician and Centre Director, integrated with ongoing comprehensive geriatric care, and fully supervised and conducted by accredited, university-trained exercise physiologists and an exercise scientist. Each exercise intervention is crafted directly in line with your goals, needs and medical conditions to promote ageing with resilience, live independently as possible and optimise health, function, wellbeing and fundamentally, quality of life. Exercise Detailed Explanation. Following an initial consultation with Professor Maria A. Fiatarone Singh AM, MD, FGSA, FRACP, baseline […]
- [Contact us](https://www.strongmedicine.org.au/contact-us/): Contact Make An Appointment The clinic is 700m from Pymble and Gordon train stations. There are several options available to you to find us at our Pymble location. There is a bus stop in very close proximity to the building and we are positioned midway between Pymble and Gordon train stations. If you choose to drive, we also have parking available onsite. 02 8004 7655 02 8078 4566 info@STRONGmedicine.org.au HealthLink EDI: strongme 37 Ryde Rd, Pymble NSW 2073, Australia Integrating EXERCISE Into Mainstream MEDICAL CARE Call us today on (02) 8004 7655 Our Services Medicine Exercise Nutrition Stronger Health Care […]
- [Educational](https://www.strongmedicine.org.au/educational-resources/): Educational Resources General Eligibility How To Refer FAQs Doctors Integrating EXERCISE Into Mainstream MEDICAL CARE Call us today on (02) 8004 7655 Our Services Medicine Exercise Nutrition Stronger Health Care is Our Mission WE BELIEVE EXERCISE TO BE AT THE CORE OF THE TREATMENT OF CHRONIC DISEASE
- [Fit Facts Booklets](https://www.strongmedicine.org.au/fit-fact/): Fit Facts Booklets Read More Read More Read More Read More Read More Literature News tab video Integrating EXERCISE Into Mainstream MEDICAL CARE Call us today on (02) 8004 7655 Our Services Medicine Exercise Nutrition Stronger Health Care is Our Mission WE BELIEVE EXERCISE TO BE AT THE CORE OF THE TREATMENT OF CHRONIC DISEASE
- [FAQs doctors](https://www.strongmedicine.org.au/faqs-doctors/): Frequently Asked Questions A guided and supervised exercise session incurs a fee of $70. You may be eligible to claim for a rebate from private health funds, Medicare, my Aged Care or National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). If you have any difficulties with finances, please discuss your circumstances directly with Professor Maria Fiatarone Singh during your initial consultation.   A Referral Letter Template form General Questions Which patients are appropriate to refer? A patient of any age suffering from any of the following disorders including:Arthritis (Osteo- & Rheumatoid), Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Cancer, Stable Congestive Heart Failure, Depression, Diabetes, Difficulty […]
- [Eligibility](https://www.strongmedicine.org.au/eligibility/): ELIGIBILITY Any person with a disease for which there is evidence that exercise should be integrated into their healthcare is eligible. The frailer the patient the more benefit they are likely to experience. Diseases which are specifically targeted by the Centre for STRONG Medicine due to the robust evidence base supporting the utility of exercise in their management are listed below.   A Referral Letter Template form 1. Any person over the age of 60 2. A person of any age with one or more of the following conditions: Arthritis (Osteoarthritis & Rheumatoid Arthritis) Cancer Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Chronic […]
- [General](https://www.strongmedicine.org.au/general/): General Information Introduction: Scientific studies over the last several decades have established that exercise is a powerful medicine for the prevention and treatment of chronic disease. The Centre for STRONG Medicine is a model for integrating exercise into mainstream medical care. The evidence that exercise should be part of standard management that you provide your patients is documented in the published research that we and others have conducted (see our Research page). Doctors & health professionals Benefits and Results We are all used to reading about the efficacy of treatments in controlled clinical trials, only to find out that when […]
- [Who to refer](https://www.strongmedicine.org.au/who-to-refer/): How to referral a Patient As this is a medically oriented exercise treatment and coordinated care program, a medical referral is required. It is helpful to have a detailed medical history and accurate record of medications taken. A Referral Letter Template form is available for you to print out if you need and you can either email, post or send along with your patient. If you prefer to send your patient details immediately, please call us on (02) 8004 7655, email info@strongmedicine.org.au or send a secure HealthLink message (edi: strongme) Please include: Your patient’s complete contact details so that we may contact […]
- [Referring doctors](https://www.strongmedicine.org.au/referring-doctors/): Referring Doctors General Eligibility How To Refer FAQs Doctors Integrating EXERCISE Into Mainstream MEDICAL CARE Call us today on (02) 8004 7655 Our Services Medicine Exercise Nutrition Stronger Health Care is Our Mission WE BELIEVE EXERCISE TO BE AT THE CORE OF THE TREATMENT OF CHRONIC DISEASE
- [Patients](https://www.strongmedicine.org.au/patients/): What to expect during your First appointment Your first day involves a medical assessment carried out by Professor Maria Fiatarone Singh. This thorough examination will determine whether the STRONG program can help with your current medical conditions and whether there are any factors that might make the program unsafe for you. The assessment is bulk billed for all eligible Medicare card holders. Your comprehensive medical assessment and physical examination will include a screening ECG. Please allow at least 90 minutes for your initial consultation and arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment in order to register. On your first […]
- [Wu Adam](https://www.strongmedicine.org.au/wu-adam/): Exercise Physiology WU ADAM Exercise Physiologist Adam is an Exercise Physiologist at the Centre of STRONG Medicine since 2025, dedicated to helping clients manage chronic conditions and enhance their quality of life through safe, individualised exercise programs. During his university placement at the clinic, he reaffirmed his passion for keeping individuals active and independent through evidence-based practice. A strong advocate for exercise as a powerful tool to reduce all-cause mortality and extend health span, Adam believes that everyone—regardless of age or prior experience with exercise—can benefit from movement and an active lifestyle. Integrating EXERCISE Into Mainstream MEDICAL CARE Call us today on (02) […]
- [Linda Vigorito](https://www.strongmedicine.org.au/linda-vigorito/): Administration LINDA VIGORITO Administration Officer Linda joined The Centre for Strong Medicine as an Administration Officer in February 2024, after working 20 years as a School Learning Support Officer with the Department of Education supporting students with disabilities and their families. Linda has a passion for equality, access, inclusivity and that every person gets the opportunity and support needed to reach their potential. Integrating EXERCISE Into Mainstream MEDICAL CARE Call us today on (02) 8004 7655
- [Hiba Blurb](https://www.strongmedicine.org.au/hiba-blurb/): Exercise Physiology HIBA BLURB Bachelors of sports and exercise science Masters of Exercise Physiology Hiba joined the Centre for Strong Medicine in 2024 as an Exercise Scientist following the completion of her initial placement. Since then, she has advanced her education and qualifications, becoming a certified Exercise Physiologist in 2025. Hiba is a dedicated and attentive professional, committed to prescribing and delivering tailored exercise programs designed to help clients achieve their goals and enhance their overall quality of life. Integrating EXERCISE Into Mainstream MEDICAL CARE Call us today on (02) 8004 7655
- [Romina Vigorito](https://www.strongmedicine.org.au/romina-vigorito/): Exercise Physiology ROMINA VIGORITO Bachelor of Exercise PhysiologyUniversity of New South Wales Romina has been an Exercise Physiologist at the Centre for Strong Medicine since 2023, shortly following her university placement with us in 2022. Under the tutelage of Professor Maria Fiatarone Singh at the University of Sydney, her goal is to provide evidence-based exercise to help make a difference in individuals lives to help them live independently, provide best quality of care and ultimately, improve their quality of life and empower them to be the best they can be. Romina is passionate and strongly believes in exercise as medicine […]
- [Isabel Shih](https://www.strongmedicine.org.au/isabelshih/): Ms ISABEL SHIH Exercise Sports Science Isabel joined The Centre for Strong Medicine as an Exercise Sport Scientist in 2022, having worked as a research assistant at the University of Sydney with Professor Maria Fiatarone Singh since 2018. Isabel has a passion for falls prevention in older adults and has also worked on multiple studies looking at the effects of progressive resistance training on cognition and mental health. Integrating EXERCISE Into Mainstream MEDICAL CARE Call us today on (02) 8004 7655
- [Florian Birouste](https://www.strongmedicine.org.au/florianbirouste/): Physiology FLORIAN BIROUSTE Bachelor of Exercise PhysiologyUniversity of New South Wales Florian has been an exercise physiologist at the Centre for Strong Medicine since 2018. From the very beginning, and under the guidance and tutelage of Associate Professor Nalin Singh, he has found a passion for harnessing the power of exercise to help patients manage all types of chronic conditions. Providing care and compassion in the delivery of individualised exercise programs has been at the core of Florian’s work as he and the team at the Centre for Strong Medicine continue to incorporate exercise into mainstream medical care. Integrating EXERCISE […]
- [Guy Wilson](https://www.strongmedicine.org.au/guywilson/): DR GUY WILSON PhD, MSc, BSc, ESSAM, AEP, AES Since 2008, Guy has been an Accredited Exercise Physiologist dedicated to revolutionising the approach to robust exercise for gerontology, frailty, sarcopenia, and chronic diseases within research and clinical capacities. His extensive experience involves designing, delivering, and evaluating evidence-based exercise programs aimed at significantly improving physical and mental health, functional independence, and overall quality of life. He is passionate about enhancing the skills of Exercise Science and Exercise Physiology students by supervising practical placements since 2014 and driving advancements in the knowledge and practice of his profession. Furthermore, Guy completed his PhD […]
- [Maria Fiatarone Singh](https://www.strongmedicine.org.au/mariafiataronesingh/): Professor MARIA ANTOINETTE FIATARONE SINGH AM, MD, FGSA, FRACPP I am a geriatrician whose research, clinical, and teaching career has focused on the integration of medicine, exercise physiology, and nutrition as a means to improve health status and quality of life across the lifespan. I have held the inaugural John Sutton Chair of Exercise and Sport Science in the Faculty of Health Sciences, and Professorship, Sydney Medical School, at the University of Sydney since 1999, with continuing appointment as Senior Research Associate at Harvard-Affiliate Hebrew Institute for Aging Research since 1987. The focus of my work over 40 years has […]
- [Our team](https://www.strongmedicine.org.au/our-team/): Our Founder The Centre for STRONG Medicine was founded in 2014 by the late Associate Professor Nalin Singh, a man of many gifts and an unfailing passion and drive to provide the highest level of care to all his patients. The Centre for Strong Medicine was the vehicle to deliver Associate Professor Singh’s passion and life’s work of integrating exercise into the mainstream care and management of patients suffering from chronic conditions. Thankfully this mission lives on at the clinic as his wife, Professor Maria Fiatarone Singh, has taken up the position of Specialist Geriatrician. Alongside the team of Exercise […]
- [Home](https://www.strongmedicine.org.au/): Integrating EXERCISE Into Mainstream MEDICAL CARE Call us today on (02) 8004 7655 Our Services Medicine Exercise Nutrition Our Mission The Centre for STRONG Medicine’s mission is to provide what experience has taught us is often lacking in the health and aged care systems: Integrating exercise as a core treatment of chronic disease Meeting our patients’ changing needs with a focus on care and continuity Supporting those who wish to stay living independently at home or in the community Stronger Health Care is Our Mission WE BELIEVE EXERCISE TO BE AT THE CORE OF THE TREATMENT OF CHRONIC DISEASE


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