Principal Tutors

Dr Rishi S Loatey : BSc(Hons) MSc(Chiro) DC CCEP MCC(Orth)

Rishi's early interest in healthcare lead him to qualify as a Doctor of Chiropractic. He has also been awarded a Specialist Membership of the Faculty of the College of Chiropractors in Chiropractic Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation and runs a successful practice in NorthWest London. Rishi is currently pursuing a further Masters in Advanced Professional Development in Clinical Chiropractic.

He is particularly interested in teaching clinical sciences, educational standards in Complementary Medicine and the future integration of Allopathic and Complementary Medicine. Rishi is also a qualified Practitioner in Reflexology and Indian Head Massage.

Dror Steiner : BSc(Hons) Osteo Med MCGP MBNA

Dror interest in the sciences led him to qualify as an Osteopath after having studying various areas of Complementary Medicine both in the UK and the USA.

Dror is also qualified in Swedish, Sports and Remedial Massage; Shiatsu and has a thriving practice in North and Central London.

Dror has a particular enthusiasm for teaching human sciences.

Micha Christmann : ITEC MGCP

Michahas acquired a profound interest in all aspects of Complementary Medicine over a number of years. She has travelled extensively experiencing many techniques both at home and abroad.

Micha brings an intense but fresh and enthusiastic approach to her teaching, placing great emphasis on client and practitioner care.

She is a qualified Practitioner in Holistic, Therapeutic and Remedial Massage, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, On-Site Massage, Indian Head Massage and Aromatherapy.

Micha is pursuing a post-graduate course in Teaching and Further Adult Education whilst running a flourishing practice in North London.

Chhaya Shah : ITEC AOSN RCST

Chhaya's interest in Complementary Medicine developed whilst working in training and management roles. Her interest led her to explore a wide range of Complementary Therapies extensively.

Chhaya is qualified in Reflexology, Massage, Aromatherapy, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Indian Head Massage, Sports Massage and Cranio-Sacral Therapy and has established successful practices in both the corporate and multidisciplinary healthcare environment.

Chhaya is passionate about Reflexology and uses her vast experience to help students share her enthusiasm for Reflexology and establish them as professional practitioners.

Diana Pallotta : ITEC MGCP

Diana’s interest in Complementary Medicine developed whilst working in the voluntary sector in the UK and abroad leading her to train in a variety of therapies.

Diana draws extensively from her wide experience, when teaching, to help establish her students as professional practitioners.

She is a qualified Practitioner in Holistic and Sports Massage, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, On-Site Massage, Indian Head Massage, Reflexology and Aromatherapy.

Diana is continuing to study to qualify as a Nutritionist whilst also running a busy practice in North London.

Gemma Jimenez : ITEC DipTTM DipTC DipCSAS

Gemma first became interested in Complementary Medicine while travelling through India. Upon her return she started research into the healing properties of Essential Oils and co-founded a company to produce these oils.

Gemma initially trained as a Reflexologist and as a Therapeutic Masseuse. As her interest in Oriental Medicine developed she qualified in Chinese Massage and Tuina Massage. She further studied at the Wat Po Traditional Medical School in Bangkok to graduate in Traditional Thai Massage. Gemma is also qualified in Reiki, Infant Massage and Acupuncture.

Gemma has a thriving private practice and teaches in both London and Barcelona