Before relocating to the UK to follow her passion for healthcare and rehabilitation Dr Yelena Walters obtained degrees in Civil Engineering and Economics from Vologda University in Russia, where she worked for nearly two decades in responsible positions in business. Dr Walters graduated from the London School of Osteopathy with an Honours degree in 2010, and is currently a member of their Trustee Board.

Dr Walters gained experience in the Angolan Military Hospital, Luanda, with civilian war victims, and injured soldiers, many of whom required revision amputations following earlier field surgery, and volunteering at the charity “Addiction Support and Care Agency” (ASCA, Richmond).

Dr Walters was in practice with Dr Clifford Harley, Consultant Orthopaedic Physician, at The Hale Clinic for more than 15 years.

While continuing to be a busy practicing Osteopath, she studied Sports Medicine, Exercise and Health at UCL, and obtained an MSc in Musculoskeletal Science from UCL. Dr Walters gained the Diploma in Orthopaedic Medicine, accredited by the Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Orthopaedic Medicine. Her further research in Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation took place at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, Stanmore, and resulted in her being awarded a PhD from the Institute of Orthopaedic and Musculoskeletal Science, UCL. She has presented her research at numerous conferences, at home and abroad.

Dr Walters completed acupuncture courses with Dr Anthony Campbell in 2009 (Royal London Homeopathic Hospital), and applies this skill in helping with musculoskeletal and systemic conditions.

Having sound knowledge and clinical experience in Osteopathy, Orthopaedic Medicine, and Rehabilitation, Dr Walters found the integration of these for the treatment of patients with musculoskeletal problems extremely advantageous, helping them to progress through the different stages of their recovery in an optimal way.