Timothy Lee | Chatswood Physiotherapist

About Timothy Lee

Tim is an experienced physiotherapist specialising in Rheumatology and chronic disease. With a degree from Sydney University and 10 years of dedicated service at BJC Health, he has honed his knowledge to help you feel better and regain control of your life.

By working closely alongside the Rheumatologists on helping a variety of patients, Tim has developed a deep understanding of rheumatic diseases. To take his knowledge further he completed a post-graduate diploma in Rheumatology in 2023. Tim’s expertise and experience spans a wide range of inflammatory conditions including Ankylosing Spondylitis, Spondyloarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Osteoarthritis and more. He knows that each condition is unique, and his personalised approach to care ensures you receive the treatment that suits your specific needs. Tim also has experience working with NDIS participants with chronic conditions.

One of Tim's special interests lies in tendon-related issues such as gluteal tendinopathy, achilles tendinopathy and Plantar Fasciitis. He has invested time in ongoing training courses in this field and he is intrigued by the interplay between inflammatory conditions and mechanical tendon injuries. He also enjoys working with those with Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) and Spondyloarthritis in helping them measure, monitor and manage their spinal pain and stiffness through exercise in conjunction with the medical management implemented by the treating Rheumatologist.

Beyond his professional expertise, Tim lives an active lifestyle himself regularly running and attending the gym. He's no stranger to overcoming injuries, having recovered from major knee surgery, multiple ankle sprains, achilles tendinopathy and lower back pain to name a few. His personal experiences have given him appreciation of the challenges of injury and equipped him with valuable strategies to assist you on your journey to recovery.

In his spare time, Tim enjoys hunting for the best burgers, watching Basketball and Rugby League, tending to his indoor plants, and going for walks outdoors.

Wed 14 May 8pm!

Register to attend. You will also get the live recording.

How can this event help me?

Medical terms and test results can feel overwhelming when managing a rheumatic condition. In Part 2 of The ABCs of Rheumatology, Dr. Armando Faigl returns to demystify rheumatology language, giving you a clearer understanding of how your condition is monitored and how key terms relate. Whether you joined us for Part 1 (we highly recommend watching it!) or are tuning in now, this follow-up will deepen your knowledge of terminology around tests, treatment plans, and ongoing care.

Join Armando for another informative session where he will touch on:

Terms used in monitoring your condition:
Understand key concepts that are used to track your progress, such as how your disease is managed, how symptoms are monitored, and how changes in your condition are assessed over time.
Terms related to medication response:
Learn the terminology used to describe how well treatments are working, including when a medication is proving effective or needs to be adjusted, and what it means when treatment plans need to be revised.
Terms around imaging and scans:
Explore how doctors use terms related to imaging and scans to describe changes in the joints, including what these changes mean for the progression of your condition and how they impact treatment.
Terms used in specialist communication:
Get familiar with the language specialists use to ensure coordinated care, including terms that highlight the role of teamwork, decision-making between you and your healthcare providers, and the focus on long-term treatment goals.

This session will help make rheumatology language clearer and more approachable, giving you the confidence to navigate your healthcare with greater understanding. Join us on Wednesday, 14th May at 8:00 PM AEST for this live virtual event. As always, we welcome your questions and discussions to make this an engaging and supportive experience for everyone.