Our Team
- Nifail Zainal
- Magdalene Teng
- Ain Hassan
- Daniel Tan
- Isaac Tai
- Kajal Kirpalani
- Maheen Gul
- Angie Yeo
- Glen Lee
Daniel Tan
Physiotherapist
Daniel Tan
Physiotherapist
BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
Glasgow Caledonian University
AHPC Registered
Daniel graduated with a BSc Honours in Physiotherapy from Glasgow Caledonian University in 2018.
Upon graduation, he started his career as a Physiotherapist at Changi General Hospital, where he worked with patients of different age groups (teenagers to the elderly).
In this time, he gained a valuable range of experience in cardiopulmonary, orthopaedic, geriatric, neurological as well as pre-and post-operative musculoskeletal and sports rehabilitation. With a vast experience as a triathlete and a weightlifter, Daniel has had personal encounters with injury and thereafter the recovery process to return to sport. These experiences have armed him with passion and understanding to help empower people in overcoming their injuries and to maximise their potential.
Daniel believes in a holistic approach that combines first principles thinking and evidence-based treatment to not only improve quality of life but to also help his patients on their recovery journey and ultimately, achieve their goals.
Outside of TPC, Daniel enjoys a good book and a cup of coffee when not training at the gym.
Kajal Kirpalani
Physiotherapist
Kajal Kirpalani
Physiotherapist
BSc Physiotherapy
Curtin University
AHPC Registered
Kajal graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy from Curtin University in 2020. She began her career in private practice, focusing on post-surgical rehabilitation and musculoskeletal injuries from sports and accidents. Through working alongside experienced physiotherapists, Kajal refined her practice, embracing a holistic approach to managing her patients.
Kajal believes in empowering and encouraging her patients to have a positive and proactive mindset throughout their rehabilitation journey. On top of this, she also places high importance on educating her patients to understand their bodies, the way it moves and how to manage their rehabilitation.
Having dabbled in various sports throughout her life, Kajal understands the specific demands of different activities and tailors her treatment plans to help athletes return to their sport safely and effectively. She is a firm believer in lifelong learning and continuously seeks to enhance her skills. Kajal has completed clinical courses on shoulder injuries, tendinopathies, and communication skills to improve therapeutic alliance building between her and her patients.
She is also a fully certified STOTT Pilates instructor and enjoys integrating Pilates principles into her rehabilitation sessions.
Outside of physiotherapy, Kajal is an avid bookworm, loves to cook and engages in strength training, pilates, boxing and running.
Isaac Tai
Physiotherapist
Isaac Tai
Physiotherapist
BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
Curtin University
AHPC Registered
Isaac graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy from Curtin University in 2020.
Even before graduation, he worked as a sports trainer with Australian football and rugby clubs. Upon graduation, he cut his teeth in musculoskeletal physiotherapy with a focus on sports and post-surgical rehabilitation in the private sector. Working alongside, and being trained by, veteran physiotherapists provided invaluable insight into innovative ways of engaging patients and helping them achieve their rehabilitation goals.
With independence and self-management in mind, Isaac works with his patients to uncover the cause of their problems and find a sustainable solution that works for them. A firm believer in education, he seeks first to understand his patient’s goals, then helps them understand how they can achieve these goals by sharing knowledge and developing an individualised treatment plan with them.
Through a tailored programme of strengthening and conditioning exercises, manual therapy and trigger point dry needling, Isaac works with his patients to get them back into their regular functional activities and prevent the recurrence of their pain.
Outside of his time in the clinic, Isaac enjoys recreational boxing, HIIT, running and badminton. When he hits the gym, he prefers his workouts be set to the tune of Red Hot Chili Peppers or Arctic Monkeys. His other joy is experimental cooking and baking in the kitchen on the weekends.
Magdalene Teng
Physiotherapist
Magdalene Teng
Physiotherapist
BPhysio (Hons), MClinPhysio
Curtin University
AHPC Registered
Magdalene graduated from the University of South Australia with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy with Honours in 2011.
Prior to joining the private setting, Magdalene worked at Khoo Teck Puat Hospital, rehabilitating patients of various age groups, presenting with a variety of clinical conditions such as musculoskeletal/sports-related injuries and post-operative and trauma-related conditions.
This wealth of experience was put to good use as part of her role as clinical educator/ mentor to undergraduate physiotherapy students and junior physiotherapists. This also allowed her to obtain a Masters in Clinical Physiotherapy (Manipulative Therapy) at Curtin University which she completed in 2016.
As a registered physiotherapist in Singapore and Australia, her passion for the profession and her patients has spurred her to take every opportunity to upgrade her skills and knowledge to provide treatment that is backed by the latest evidence.
Juggling the demands of being a full time mom, Magdalene strives to keep herself active with HIIT and boxing fitness classes. With her fair share of shoulder injuries sustained from sporting activities, she seeks to understand where her patients come from and knows what it takes to get back to sports. Magdalene believes in empowering her patients to take charge of their situations in order to maximise their potential and independence.
Nifail Zainal
Physiotherapist
Nifail Zainal
Physiotherapist
BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
Trinity College Dublin
AHPC Registered
Nifail graduated with a BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy from Trinity College, Dublin, and has nearly a decade of experience in the field. He began his career at Ng Teng Fong General Hospital and Jurong Community Hospital, focusing on inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, with a special interest in sports rehab. During this time, he was seconded to Kwong Wai Shiu Nursing Home to assist in opening multiple Day Rehabilitation Centres.
Nifail later transitioned into the private sector, gaining extensive experience working with various clinics and hospitals across Singapore. His exposure to the entire healthcare system has greatly contributed to his growth as a physiotherapist. As a Team Physiotherapist for the Singapore Rugby Union’s age-group players, he has provided pitch-side medical coverage at prestigious events like the HSBC 7s for the past 7 years and has also become a World Rugby Educator, teaching medical courses.
Passionate about continuous professional development, Nifail consistently strives to improve through various courses. He holds certifications in personal training, Level 1 Dry Needling, IASTM, joint manipulation for both Upper and Lower Limbs, and Level 1 Resistance Training.
Outside of TPC, Nifail enjoys cooking and spending time with his family. On weekends, he loves whipping up new meals, trying out recipes, and playing bowling. He also enjoys nature and the arts scene with his wife, attending music and art events around Singapore.
Ain Hassan
Physiotherapist
Ain Hassan
Physiotherapist
BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
Trinity College Dublin
AHPC Registered
Ain graduated with a Bachelors in Physiotherapy (Hons.) from Trinity College, Dublin and has been working as a Physiotherapist for a decade.
Upon graduation, she started out at Changi General Hospital, where she worked in orthopaedics and surgery (post-op).
Being an avid sports enthusiast passionate about the prevention and treatment of sports injuries, she pursued her passion in sports physiotherapy at the Singapore Sports Medical Centre, functioning as an important member of a multi-specialised team consisting of exercise physiologists, sports doctors, podiatrists and dieticians. During her 3-year stint in SSMC, Ain specialised in post-op knee rehab, developing an ACL and meniscus protocol that outlines the post-op recovery timeline.
Following that, Ain further honed her skills in private practice, where she spent 2 years working in a close-knit community of experienced physiotherapists and osteopaths. Here, she became familiar with manual therapy techniques such as dry needling, soft tissue massage and trigger point release, adding on to her repertoire of skills.
Outside of TPC, Ain enjoys football, jogging and trekking. She represented her schools/clubs in football, softball, netball and touch rugby and is also familiar with martial arts and yoga. She enjoys working out both at home and out in nature. Besides that, she runs her own IG page (@ainstaagraam.physio) where she frequently provides content on strengthening exercises, stretches as well as education on injury management and prevention.
Maheen Gul
Physiotherapist
Maheen Gul
Physiotherapist
BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
King’s College London
AHPC Registered
Maheen graduated with a BSc Honours in Physiotherapy from King’s College London and moved to Singapore in 2012. She began her career in a rehabilitation hospital, treating neurological and musculoskeletal conditions, before transitioning to private practice in 2015 to focus on musculoskeletal and sports injuries. With over a decade of experience in both surgical and non-surgical cases, Maheen has worked with patients recovering from spinal surgeries, knee and ankle ligament reconstructions, shoulder surgeries, and those managing sports injuries, chronic pain, and everyday aches.
Maheen takes a holistic approach to treatment, combining manual techniques with tailored exercise programs to address the root cause of the issue and prevent future injuries. Her goal is to help patients regain their strength, mobility, and confidence—enabling them to return to the activities they love and live life to the fullest.
Maheen is also trained in reformer pilates and trigger point dry needling, which she integrates into her treatments to address specific musculoskeletal issues.
An active individual herself, Maheen enjoys strength training, running, yoga and pilates. She has participated in events such as marathons and half marathons, Hyrox, Spartans and Urbanathlon. Outside of work, Maheen loves spending time with family (and her dog Albert), traveling, and making lasting memories with loved ones.
Glen Lee
Strength & Conditioning Coach
Glen Lee
Strength & Conditioning Coach
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Sports Science and Management, NTU
Functional Movement Systems (FMS) certified
CPR, AED & First Aid certified
Glen graduated with a BSc Honours in Sports Science and Management from Nanyang Technological University in 2020.
Glen has extensive experience working with corporate and personal training clients. He has coached clients from diverse backgrounds and has a proven research-backed approach which has helped clients achieve their fitness and lifestyle goals.
Glen has developed rigorous knowledge in the field of sports science that is underpinned by his practical coaching experience. He is a strong believer in combining strength and conditioning modalities with good interpersonal skills to develop exercise programs that produce results.
Being an athlete himself, Glen understands the pain and frustrations of injuries and the challenges they bring to daily living and sport. He seeks to help clients regain their strength and fitness through a customised strength training program that will enable clients to return to their normal fitness levels.
Glen enjoys helping athletes reach their peak performance capability on the field as well as helping the general population become healthier individuals who can move and thus live better.
Outside of TPC, you can find Glen in the gym or doing Mixed Martial Arts. Other than that, he enjoys hanging out with friends or reading a good book.
Angeline Yeo
Angeline Yeo
Yoga Instructor
Yoga Alliance-certified
ERYT 500hr, YACEP, YAPYT
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