HP Clinical Update: Bone health and the ONERO program
Date: Wednesday 28th October 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Wyllie Arthritis Centre (Board Room) – 17 Lemnos St, Shenton Park
Cost: Free
CME/CPD Points: Certificates of attendance can be provided for continuing professional development purposes on request.
Meet the Presenters
Gabby McKinley – Exercise Physiologist
Gabby is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist passionate about helping people move with confidence and achieve meaningful health goals. She completed her Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science at the University of Notre Dame (2022) and her Masters of Clinical Exercise Physiology at Curtin University (2025).
Gabby has experience across community gyms, private multidisciplinary clinics, and organisations supporting neurological and chronic conditions, including Multiple Sclerosis Western Australia and Brightwater. She helps people living with musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, metabolic, and women’s health concerns, as well as those with Parkinson’s disease, Multiple Sclerosis, stroke, and brain injury. During her studies, Gabby contributed to research in running biomechanics for individuals living with Cerebral Palsy.
Ciarán O’Shaughnessy – Physiotherapist
Ciarán qualified as a physiotherapist in 2013 from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland. After working in a University Hospital for 4 years, he moved to Perth in 2017 and completed his Masters of Clinical Physiotherapy (Musculoskeletal Major) in Curtin University, obtaining a High Distinction. During his Masters programme, Ciaran was involved in research examining chronic low back pain. Since then, he has been working in a private practice setting, as well as being a treating clinician in a large multi-centre study exploring a new approach to chronic low back pain called Cognitive Functional Therapy. Ciaran has also worked part-time as physiotherapist with numerous different sporting teams, at both club and semi-professional level.
Ciarán has a vast experience in managing and rehabilitating a wide variety of musculoskeletal conditions. He is also passionate about providing the highest level of evidence-based practice for musculoskeletal conditions encompassing a holistic approach that puts the patient first and helps them to achieve their own specific goals.
Event Overview
Discover practical insights into bone health and the ONERO program, and learn how targeted exercise can play an important role in supporting strength, mobility and bone health. The session will include a presentation and Q&A, providing an opportunity to expand your knowledge, ask questions and connect with fellow allied health professionals.
The evening will conclude with optional networking and light refreshments.
What You’ll Learn
Participants will be able to:
- Understand the key principles of bone health and fracture prevention.
- Explore how targeted exercise can support bone strength, mobility and overall physical function.
- Gain an insight into the ONERO program and its role in supporting people with osteoporosis.
- Learn practical considerations for incorporating exercise into client care.
- Ask questions and share insights with fellow allied health professionals.
Who Should Attend?
This session is designed for allied health professionals working with osteopenic/osteoporotic clients
- Allied Health Professionals
- Physiotherapists
- Occupational Therapists
- Practice Nurses
- General Practitioners
- Rheumatologists
Session Schedule
- 6:00 PM | 1-hour presentation
- 7:00 PM | 30-minute Q&A discussion
- 7:30 PM | Session close
Light refreshments will be provided.
This event is free, but places are limited. Please register by 5pm Monday 26th October to secure your place.
For any questions, please email education@arthritiswa.org.au or call 1800 011 041.