Natalie Rando

Natalie Rando is an Assistant Professor at Bond University's Faculty of Health Sciences & Medicine. She holds dual roles as a nationally recognized clinician and educator specializing in Vestibular Dysfunction and Neurological Rehabilitation. Previously serving as Assistant Director of Physiotherapy (Rehabilitation) at Gold Coast University Hospital (2004–2012), she now leads Advanced Vestibular Clinics as Managing Director, overseeing four clinics in Southeast Queensland. She is a faculty member of Vestibular Courses and Vestibular Education Australia, designing postgraduate training programs.

• Education: Master’s in Neurological Physiotherapy
• Expertise: Over 23 years in vestibular rehabilitation and neurological physiotherapy
• Recognition: APA Titled Neurological Physiotherapist

Her research focuses on vestibular rehabilitation techniques, concussion management, and stroke recovery. She actively presents at international conferences and publishes peer-reviewed studies. Natalie has supervised non-HDR students in evidence-based practice research and co-organized advanced workshops on vestibular disorders.

Key collaborations include observational studies on acoustic neuroma outcomes and case studies integrating slacklining for stroke rehabilitation. Her work emphasizes translating clinical research into practical therapies.