Born in Brazil's Amazon region, Fernanda is the Quality Coordinator at the ACSEP. She is a qualified Physiotherapist (BA in Physiotherapy, 2009) and has served as a practice manager and clinic operations manager for over five years. 
As a staff member of the College, she is continually developing her expertise in management, regulations, CPD, and clinic accreditations. Fernanda is eager to utilize her health and medical knowledge to work with all stakeholders, fellows, and registrars. 
 
She has a strong background in the sport and exercise field, having been a part of the national Rhythmic Gymnastics team in Brazil. From a young age, she trained six hours a day, six days a week, for national competitions.