Registered Chiropractors


Alan Cavanagh BSc, DC, LCC at Morningside Chiropractic Edinburgh
Alan Cavanagh BSc, DC, LCC

Alan Cavanagh BSc, DC, LCC

Born and raised in Dublin, Alan moved to Edinburgh in 2002 after obtaining his chiropractic qualifications from the Welsh Institute of Chiropractic at the University of Glamorgan.

Initially, Alan worked for Leah Healthcare Services at their Dundas Street and Comiston Road chiropractic clinics. After 3 years at the latter, he decided to take up the opportunity and challenges of practicing independently. Albion Healthcare was incorporated to takeover that Leah Clinic, and Morningside Chiropractic Clinic was formed as a result.

He has practiced in Morningside ever since and has thoroughly enjoyed becoming part of the neighbourhood; getting to know many of its residents, shopkeepers and characters alike. Alan’s first introduction to chiropractic was when he witnessed the positive effect that it had on his father’s back pain, helping him to avoid a scheduled surgery. He has since continued to see the many benefits that chiropractic can offer, both as patient and practitioner. Alan is the only BUPA registered chiropractor in the clinic and is a member of British Chiropractic Association (BCA) and the Royal College of Chiropractors

He has a keen interest in rugby (especially if Leinster or Ireland are involved), cricket and golf and continues to play hockey in the local leagues.


Vicky Pittman MChiro DC

Vicky is originally from the South of England but is now thoroughly enjoying life living in Edinburgh. She graduated with a Masters of Chiropractic from the Welsh Institute of Chiropractic at the University of Glamorgan and she previously attained a BSc (Hons) in sports therapy from the University of Hertfordshire in 2004. Since that time she has worked with elite artistic gymnasts providing both prehabilitative and rehabilitative care ensuring that they are functionally fit and able to perform to their best capabilities. This has further served to strengthen her interest and knowledge of the integral workings of the human body.

After graduating Vicky developed a special interest in pre and post partum care and has attended a range of postgraduate pregnancy courses. She has also trained in western acupuncture (dry needling) and developed many taping skills and is a member of Scottish Chiropractic Association

Whilst growing up Vicky was actively involved in many sports at county level, but her main passion laid in artistic gymnastics. She was a member of both regional and national squads and had a successful career spanning a decade winning medals nationally and internationally. She was inspired to join the chiropractic profession after receiving successful chiropractic treatment for a problematic ongoing back injury which nearly ended her career.

Vicky Pittman MChiro DC at Morningside Chiropractic Edinburgh
Vicky Pittman MChiro DC

Katie Champion MChiro DC at Morningside Chiropractic Edinburgh
Katie Champion MChiro DC

Katie Champion MChiro DC

Katie completed a five years masters degree at AECC in 2011 and practiced in England until her move to Edinburgh.

Katie is fully registered with the GCC, and has a special interest in neurology, paediatrics and pregnancy.

Katie has completed a wide range of postgraduate studies including paediatric and pregnancy care, functional muscle testing and lifestyle aspects of health. In 2015 Katie completed a postgraduate degree in functional neurology and in 2017 completed further functional neurology studies specifically aimed at childhood developmental delays.

Her passion and goal is to help you to achieve and maintain your health and well-being goals through Chiropractic treatment and the education of optimum lifestyle. “I have since an early age had an interest in the ability of the body to heal itself naturally. My passion for Chiropractic was enhanced further when I visited a Chiropractor at the age of 17. Since then, Chiropractic and its philosophy continue to improve my overall health and well-being”. Katie is a member of the United Chiropractic Association (UCA)

Having recently relocated to Edinburgh with her husband and son to be closer to family, Katie is looking forward to enjoying all that Edinburgh and the surrounding countryside has to offer; come rain or shine.


Ben Scott DC, MChiro, Dip. C. Hyp.

Having suffered from physical and emotional health challenges as a teenager, Ben sought to discover the answers to overcoming them.

This journey has seen him accrue a 5 year Masters in Chiropractic with the Anglo-European College of Chiropractic, a 3 year postgraduate in Functional Neurology with the Carrick Institute of Clinical Neuroscience and Rehabilitation, and a postgraduate certification in Childhood Developmental and Learning Disorders with the International Association of Functional Neurology. He and Katie are the only two health professionals in the country to have this collective expertise.

A Doctor of Chiropractic, he also holds a diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy and has served as a Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Neurology Board. He has spoken internationally at health and well-being conferences and has completed additional professional courses in a wide range of disciplines including personal development, human behaviour, wellness and epigenetics.

Ben loves working with all people committed to overcoming their challenges in life.

As well as helping people to overcome their health challenges Ben has also helped many people to overcome their life challenges through life coaching. With his wealth of expertise in wellbeing, Ben was head-hunted to become Scotland’s Men’s Rugby wellbeing coach in 2021, where he helped enhance the squads individual and collective wellbeing during a period that became one of the most successful performance periods in the teams recent history. He decided to move on from this role in March 2023, though is still coaching in private practice. You can follow Ben here on his instagram.

Ben Scott DC, MChiro, Dip. C. Hyp. at Morningside Chiropractic Edinburgh
Ben Scott DC, MChiro, Dip. C. Hyp.

Tony Bleekers DC (MTech Chiro)
Tony Bleekers DC (MTech Chiro)

Tony Bleekers DC (MTech Chiro)

Tony grew up in South Africa where he completed his chiropractic degree at the University of Johannesburg.
He started and managed his own private practice in Rivonia in South Africa in a large multidisciplinary centre with physiotherapists and biokineticists and other professionals.

A few years later, he made a decision to move to the Netherlands where he worked in a thriving practice in the South of Holland for over 2 years.

Tony became passionate about chiropractic after receiving his first adjustment. As a teenager, he once woke up with a neck that could not move and Chiropractic helped so much that it started a lifelong journey into that field of of study and practice.

He loves helping people in from all different backgrounds and teaching patients about their problems and how they can help themselves.

He is a member of the British Chiropractic Association (BCA) and General Chiropractic Council (GCC).

Tony has a special interest in sports, in particular running, rugby and cricket. He continues to play touch rugby which he has competed at a high level, making the squad for the over 30 men’s world cup team for South Africa.

Sports Massage Therapists


Jonathan Martin - Sports, Remedial & Deep Tissue Massage at Morningside Chiropractic Edinburgh
Jonathan Martin

Jonathan Martin

Jonathan was born in Stirling but moved to Edinburgh at an early age, where he has lived ever since. He has a HND in Fitness, Health & Exercise and a Diploma in Sports & Remedial Massage. He is also a registered member of The Scottish Massage Therapists Organisation (SMTO).

For the last 12 years, Jonathon sporting interests have been in the discipline of martial arts. He has won national titles as well as competing in counties as far flung as Brazil.

Jonathan also provides sports massage for the Scotland and Edinburgh rugby teams.


Lukasz Biernat

Lukasz is very experienced and qualified therapist, with a HNC and HND in Sports Therapy (Edinburgh College) followed by a Degree in Physical Activity and Health (Napier University) . He has also completed his PT (level 3) training as well as lots of other post graduate courses in different soft tissue, pain management and rehabilitative techniques. (Including IASTM, Dry Needling, Cupping just to mention a few).

Lukasz has been heavily involved in Sport his whole life, participating in Judo for 11 years followed by weightlifting ,and then competitive Strong Man. Along the way he has personally experienced the difference that Sports Massage can make, both in speeding up recovery after injury as well as enhancing movement and performance.

Lukasz Biernat
Lukasz Biernat

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Dee McGlone

Dee lives in Edinburgh with her husband and two dogs, but is originally from Ireland.

Having shopped and travelled the world, Dee settled in Edinburgh many years ago but still likes to travel home now and again. She enjoys a healthy, social and fun lifestyle and appreciates chiropractic care and its benefits.

Dee is here to assist you and meet you at our clinic with a smile.

Dee McGlone - receptionist at Morningside Chiropractic Edinburgh
Dee McGlone

Hannah Lewis - receptionist at Morningside Chiropractic Edinburgh
Hannah Lewis

Hannah Lewis

I have worked in administration and customer service and thoroughly enjoyed both and now working in my first receptionist role I get to combine the two. I love meeting the new patients and building a relationship with them through their course of care. Outside of work, my favourite thing is being a mum and when not being a mum I love to meet new people and meet with friends and family.


Linda Johnstone

Linda has lived in Edinburgh for 30 years with her husband but is originally from Dundee. Her background is in the banking industry where she has carried out several roles including branch manager to project manager in a central support function. she enjoys walking, reading, cooking and spending time with friends and family.

Linda appreciates chiropractic treatment and strives to live a healthy lifestyle, she is here to assist you at our friendly clinic with a smile.

Linda Johnstone - receptionist at Morningside Chiropractic Edinburgh
Linda Johnstone

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Jac Clowes

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