Meet our Founder

Andrew Dunne founded Personal Health – Medical Exercise Clinic™ in February 2016 with a vision to integrate lifestyle medicine & exercise into all medical treatment plans. Over the past seven years, the clinic has supported more than 6,000 individuals—both online and in person—by providing personalised exercise prescriptions tailored to corporate and medical populations.

With a background as a professional rugby player for 11 years, Andrew developed a deep appreciation for the role of structured rehabilitation and preventive care. This experience fuelled his passion for lifestyle medicine, particularly the use of exercise as a medical intervention to improve health outcomes in clinical settings.

Andrew firmly believes that exercise prescription should be a fundamental component of all medical treatment plans, helping individuals not just recover but thrive through sustainable, health-focused lifestyle changes.

Meet our Team

Our team brings together chartered physiotherapists, exercise physiologists, and an occupational therapist—all with master’s-level credentials and international experience (New Zealand, Australia, UK).

They combine clinical precision with evidence-based exercise, nutrition, and rehabilitation techniques—from Pilates, Yoga and powerlifting to an evidence-based approach. Led by a founder with over a decade in professional sport, every programme is medically guided, personalised, and results-driven.

Theresa Slattery

Chartered Physiotherapist

Originally from Wicklow, Theresa qualified in 2013 and has over a decade of experience in musculoskeletal injuries, post-operative recovery, and chronic pain management. She spent five years in New Zealand and Australia before returning to Ireland, where she worked in private practice in Galway and now brings her expertise to Personal Health. A certified Pilates and Yoga instructor, Theresa is passionate about movement-based rehabilitation and recently completed a Master’s in Exercise Physiology in Rehabilitation. Back home on the east coast, she enjoys the outdoors and time with family and friends.

Megan Haverty

Exercise Physiologist & Nutritionist

Megan graduated with a M.Sc. in Exercise Physiology and its application in therapy from NUIG. She also has a B.Sc. in Medicinal Chemistry from TU Dublin and a M.Sc. in Coaching Science in Sport from U.C.D. She is a certified Personal Trainer as well as an Exercise for health specialist.

She has been working in the fitness industry for just over 7 years. She has experience working with musculoskeletal clients as well as metabolic pathologies.

She is passionate about exercise and is currently a National and European champion powerlifter. She is committed to motivating and supporting clients in adopting and maintaining healthy lifestyles.

Mark Kellet

Physiotherapist

Mark graduated as a Chartered physiotherapist from the Royal College of Surgeons.

He also holds a B.Sc in Sport Science and Health from Dublin City University and an M.Sc in Sports Performance from the University of Limerick. With certifications as a strength and conditioning specialist and personal trainer, Mark brings a wealth of experience in coaching and guiding individuals of all ages, from children to older adults in personalised exercise programmes.

His extensive background includes over 6 years as a fitness instructor and personal trainer. Mark has also led falls prevention and general fitness classes tailored for older adults in the North Inner City, including programs like Move for Health and the Otago Balance Programme.

Celeste de Courcy

Chartered Physiotherapist

Celeste is a recent physiotherapy graduate from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI), with a strong academic foundation and clinical experience. She completed diverse clinical placements at leading hospitals including Blackrock Clinic, Cork University Hospital, and the Rotunda Hospital, consistently achieving first-class honours.

With additional qualifications as a certified yoga instructor and in-progress Pilates training, Celeste integrates holistic movement practices into evidence-based rehabilitation. Her particular interest lies in lifestyle medicine and promoting long-term wellness through personalised exercise programmes for patients with chronic conditions.

Known for her approachable nature and genuine enthusiasm for physical health, she brings energy, empathy, and clinical insight to her role at Personal Health.

Abdullah Sharaf

Chartered Physiotherapist

Abdullah is a Chartered Physiotherapist with a strong passion for helping people move, feel, and perform at their best. He graduated from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) in 2025 with First Class Honours in Physiotherapy and received a Clinical Distinction Award for excellence during his clinical placements.

His interest in physiotherapy began after sustaining several injuries as a national team thrower in his teenage years in Egypt. That experience sparked his appreciation for how movement, strength, and rehabilitation can transform not only recovery but also confidence and overall quality of life.

Abdullah is particularly motivated by seeing people progress. Whether that means regaining independence after injury, returning to sport, or exceeding their own expectations in strength and function. Outside the clinic, he enjoys training intensively and challenging himself physically, staying connected to the same process he encourages in his patients: consistent effort, resilience, and progress.

Kate Bennett

Clinic Manager

Kate, originally from South Africa, has made Ireland her home for the past 7 years. She and her husband successfully owned and operated a small business in Johannesburg for 7 years. With her extensive experience in general staff and business management & qualifications as a bookkeeper, she brings a wealth of expertise to the table. In addition to her professional accomplishments, Kate’s personal journey has led her to become a devoted learner of various physiotherapy and occupational therapy techniques. As a dedicated mother to a child with cerebral palsy, she takes on the role of his own therapist on a daily basis. Kate has managed the clinic for the past 3 years.

Transforming Health Together

At Personal Health, our team thrives on making a real difference. They value the time and space to treat the whole person—not just the injury. The multidisciplinary setup fosters collaboration, learning, and genuine connection with clients. With small-group classes, cutting-edge methods, and a warm, community feel, our clinicians love seeing people grow stronger, more confident, and empowered in their health journey and have fun while doing it!

Client Success Story

“The staff at Personal Health provide an excellent, evidence-based service. They used cutting edge technology to test my aerobic and strength-based exercise capability. This has provided me with a baseline that I can use to monitor my progress. The staff provide exercise programmes based on this information that is tailored to me specifically. These programmes are realistic and achievable and have allowed me to make long term and sustainable progress. As someone with a chronic disease diagnosis, these programmes have transformed my health including my energy levels and improved my symptoms. Finally and most importantly, the staff are friendly, supportive and encouraging throughout. I highly recommend accessing this clinic for better health.” – Padraic
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