Alisa graduated from The University of Newcastle with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy in 2012. She developed a keen interest in Hands While working at The Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. Alisa has worked at John Hunter Hospital in Newcastle and more recently The Sydney and Sydney Eye Hospital, specializing in hands and the upper limb. Alisa comes with a strong interest in hand trauma injuries. She is also a self-taught oil painter and indoor plant lover.

Alisa is an Accredited Hand Therapist (as awarded by the AHTA) and Certified Hand Therapist (USA).

Alisa consults at Macquarie Hand Therapy and Hills Norwest Hand Therapy.