Credentials:

• Diploma of Massage Therapy – Vancouver School of Massage Therapy (VMCT)

• Bachelor of Kinesiology – University of British Columbia 

Professional Interest:

Jared has a particular interest in sports injuries, trigger point therapy and deep tissue massage. He enjoys working with diverse groups of clientele in order to reduce their fascial restrictions and postural dysfunctions. 

Credentials:

• Diploma of Massage Therapy

Professional Interest:

Valeria incorporates a variety of techniques to promote relaxation and minimize pain through massage. She has a special interest in fascial release, scar tissue treatment, sports injuries and headaches.

Credentials:

• Diploma of Massage Therapy
• Bachelor of Fine Arts

Professional Interest:

Sean has a special interest in deep tissue massage, fascial manipulation, sports injuries, and postural dysfunctions.

CREDENTIALS

• Master of Science in Physical Therapy (MScPT)

• Bachelor of Physical Health & Education (BPHE)

• Canadian Orthopaedic Manual & Manipulative Physiotherapy, Level 2 (Lower Quadrant)

• Acupuncture, MacMaster Medical Acupuncture Certification

• Mulligan Concept: Lower Quadrant

PROFESSIONAL INTEREST

Kelli has a special interest in sports related injuries and biomechanical movement faults. Her treatment techniques focus on manual therapy, acupuncture, and therapeutic exercise to help patients return to full function.

Credentials:

• Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, Active Health and Rehabilitation Concentration, SFU
• Certificate in Health and Fitness Studies, SFU
• BCAK practicing member in good standing
• Functional Movement Screening (FMS)
• Standard First Aid and CPR-C with AED

Professional Interest:

Alyssa enjoys the challenge of working with patients that have sustained injuries at their place of work or in a motor vehicle accident. Her goal is to rehabilitate them and get them back to their regular day-to-day activities as soon as possible. 

Credentials:

• Master of Physiotherapy

Professional Interest:

Julian takes an interest in lower limb injuries (especially knees and ankles) and specializes in treating running injuries related to overuse.

Credentials:

• Master of Science Physical Therapy
• Bachelor of Science Neuroscience
• Diploma of Advanced Orthopaedic Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy Level II
• IMS/FDN advanced practice
• Acupuncture AA1
• Sports Physiotherapy Canada – Certificate Candidate

Professional Interest:

Sheldon has a special interest in sports physiotherapy/sports related injuries, as well as neck, shoulder, back and hip pathology. 

CREDENTIALS

• Master of Science in Physical Therapy

• Bachelor of Kinesiology

• Canadian Orthopaedic Manual & Manipulative Physiotherapy, Level I

• Functional Movement Screen (FMS), Level I and II

• K-Taping Pro Therapist

PROFESSIONAL INTEREST

Greg utilizes manual therapy, exercise prescription, patient education and taping techniques to correct movement patterns that lead to injury. He has a special interest in hip, knee and shoulder rehabilitation, particularly in the sports community.

Credentials:

• Diploma of Massage Therapy
• Certified Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IATSM)

Professional Interest:

Dylan enjoys working with athletes and active individuals. He has a interest in sport-related injuries such as ligament sprains and muscle strains. His active approach to treatments is designed to help patients return back to a functional and pain-free lifestyle.

CREDENTIALS

•  Bachelor of Physiotherapy, University of Ottawa
• Masters of Experimental Medicine, Laval University
• PhD of Experimental Medicine, Laval University
• Postdoctoral fellowship, UBC (in progress)
• Certificate in Sports Physiotherapy, SPC

PROFESSIONAL INTERESTS

JF has a special interest in running injuries and knee pain, which were the topics he extensively studied during his Masters and PhD. JF frequently provides lectures on the prevention and treatment of running injuries to health professionals and to the community through The Running Clinic.

Credentials:

• Bachelor of Science Physiotherapy
• Diploma of Sport Physiotherapy, SPC

Professional Interest:

Scott has a special interest in sports injuries and specializes in conditions of the foot and ankle, as well as lower extremity biomechanics.

Personal Sport Background:

soccer, cycling, golf

Credentials:

• Bachelor of Science Physiotherapy
• Orthopaedic Physiotherapist Part B, Advanced Orthopaedics

Credentials:

• Bachelor of Science and Rehabilitation Medicine
• Three Month Orthopaedic Division Course, CPA
• Canadian Orthopaedic Manual & Manipulative Physiotherapy, Level III

Experience in Sports Community:

• Ballet BC (2006 – Current)
• Alberta Ballet (2005 – Current)
• Ailey II, Cedar Lake Ballet, Rubberbandance, Kidd Pivot, Bad Boys of Dance, National Ballet of Cuba, Miami City Ballet, Ballet Jorgen
• Healthy Dancer Canada: Dance Screening Committee (2012 – Current)
• Summer Olympic Games (1988)
• Winter Olympic Games, Cultural Olympiad (2010)
• Commonwealth Games (1994)
• Pan American Games (1987)
• Canadian Women’s National Field Hockey Team (1985 – 1992)
• Western Canada Summer Games (2011)
• Canada Summer and Winter Games (1985, 1987,1989, 1991)
• BC Summer Games, Chief Therapist (1983)

Credentials:

• Doctor of Physiotherapy
• Bachelor of Kinesiology
• Functional Movement Screen (FMS), Level I

Professional Interest:

Vika has a special interest in shoulder and concussion rehabilitation. She combines her neurological skills, manual therapy and exercise prescription to provide individualized, goal-orientated exercise prescription to maximize function and performance. 

Credentials

• Masters of Physiotherapy
• Bachelor of Science Kinesiology
• Sport Physiotherapy Canada – Certificate Candidate
• Functional Dry Needling
• Certified GLA:D Arthritis Trainer
• Canadian Orthopedic Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy; Level 1
• Canadian Red Cross First Responder; Sport Physiotherapy 

Professional Interest

Mike is a physiotherapist committed to providing individualized treatment to help patients reach their goals for sport and participation. He combines the use of manual therapy, exercise and education to get people back to doing what they love. He has a special interest in low back injuries and pain as well treatment to prevent recurring problems.

Credentials:

• Masters of Physical Therapy
• Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology with a Concentration in Ergonomics
• Canadian Orthopaedic Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy, Level 2 Upper & Lower Extremity
• Soft Tissue Release Certificate
• Canadian Red Cross First Responder, Sport Physiotherapy
• The Running Clinic “New Trends in the Prevention of Running Injuries” – Running Expert
• Key Concepts of Bike Fit & Treatment of Cycling-Related Overuse Injuries
• Kinetacore Functional Dry Needling (FDN) / Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS)

Professional Interest:

Midori combines hands-on manual therapy and soft tissue techniques, and exercise prescription to help her clients rehabilitate, enhance performance and prevent injuries. She has special interests in lower extremity biomechanics and treating racket-sport related injuries.

Credentials:

• Master of Physical Therapy
• Bachelor of Human Kinetics – Kinesiology & Health Science
• Diploma of Advanced Manual & Manipulative Physiotherapy
• Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS)
• AFCI – Anatomical Acupuncture
• Shift Concussion Management Program – Level 1
• Sport Physiotherapy Canada – Certificate Candidate
• Functional Movement Screen – Level 1

Professional Interest:

Ryan has a special interest in endurance sports, knee injuries, repetitive strains, faulty movement patterns, general conditioning, and pre/post-surgical rehabilitation.

Credentials:

• Bachelor of Science and Rehabilitation Medicine
• Diploma of Sport Physiotherapy, SPC
• Acupuncture, AFCI
• Functional Movement Screen – Level 1
• Selective Functional Movement Assessment Level II

Professional Interest:

Trish works with clients of all ages, including the aging athlete and injuries related to racquet sports, dance, and rugby.

Personal Sport Background:

Tennis, biking, golf, and swimming.

Credentials:

• Bachelor of Science Physiotherapy
• Diploma of Sport Physiotherapy, SPC
• Functional Movement Screen (FMS), Level 1
• Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA) Level 1
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, NSCA
• Canadian Orthopaedic Manual & Manipulative Physiotherapy, Level II

Professional Interest:

Zenya’s special interest is in treating back, hip/groin, and lower body injuries. He also performs custom bike fits to ensure optimal comfort, performance, and prevention of injuries.

Credentials:

• Master of Physical Therapy
• Bachelor of Science (Kinesiology)
• Canadian Orthopaedic Manual & Manipulative Physiotherapy, Level I

Professional Interest:

Heather has a special interest in shoulder rehabilitation, using both manual therapy and exercise prescription to optimize function.

Credentials:

• Diploma of Massage Therapy- West Coast College of Massage Therapy 
• Bachelor of Arts- Simon Fraser University

Professional Interest:

Celina has a special interest in the athletic population- whether it be for prehab or rehab, but welcomes all clients. She incorporates a variety of modalities to help clients relieve their pain and achieve functionality.

Credentials:

• Doctor of Physical Therapy
• Bachelor of Biology & Natural Science
• Board Certified Specialist – Sports Physical Therapy, SCS
• Certificate of Sport Physiotherapy, SPC
• Canadian Orthopaedic Manual & Manipulative Physiotherapy, Level I
• Sports First Responder/CPR – HCP/ 1st Aid
• K-Taping Therapist
• Key Concepts of Bike Fit, SPBC

Professional Interest:

Ryan has a special interest in injuries of the hip as well as bike fitting and the treatment of cycling related injuries.

Credentials:

• Bachelor of Science Physiotherapy
• Canadian Orthopedic Manual & Manipulative Physiotherapy Level III

Professional Interest:

Special interest in sports injuries and specializes in shoulders and spinal conditions

Credentials:

• Diploma of Massage Therapy

Professional Interest:

Adam enjoys working with athletes and active individuals. His passion for training these populations lead him into pursuing massage therapy to keep people healthy, injury free, and aid in painless movement.

CREDENTIALS:

• Master of Physical Therapy
• Bachelor of Kinesiology
• Canadian Orthopaedic Manual & Manipulative Physiotherapy, Level 2
• Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS)
• Acupuncture, CAFCI
• Canadian Red Cross First Responder; Sport Physiotherapy 
• Functional Movement Screen (FMS), Level I
• K-Taping Pro Therapist

PROFESSIONAL INTEREST:

Eric is committed to providing individualized, goal-oriented care, consisting primarily of manual therapy, exercise prescription and patient education. He has a special interest in sports injuries, lower extremity (Hip, Knee, Ankle) injuries and shoulder rehabilitation.

Credentials:

• Bachelor of Science Physiotherapy
• Bachelor of Physical Education
• Diploma of Sport Physiotherapy, SPC

Professional Interest:

Ron specializes in shoulder rehabilitation and re-education for overhead injuries related to swimming, baseball, volleyball, and racket sports.

Personal Sport Background:

Ice hockey, sport fishing.

Credentials:

• Master of Physical Therapy
• Bachelor of Human Kinetics – Kinesiology & Health Science
• Connect Therapy Series™, Part 4, and the Thoracic Ring Approach™
• Kinetacore Functional Dry Needling (FDN)/ Instramuscular Stimulation (IMS)
• Canadian Orthopaedic Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy, Level 2 (Lower Quadrant)
• Barral Institute, Visceral Manipulation (Level 1-6)
• Barral Institute, Neural Manipulation (Level 1-4)
• Barral Institute, Listening Techniques 1, Strategic Crossroads of the Body 1, Cadaver Lab Dissection

Professional Interest:

Amanda will utilize a combination of an integrated whole body assessment, hands on treatment, exercise prescription, and patient education, to help athletes of all ages reach their goals. Amanda has a special interest in treatment of the thorax (ribcage), and its relationship to overall body mechanics, function, and athletic performance.

Credentials:

• Bachelor of Physiotherapy
• Master of Science
• Diploma of Sport Physiotherapy, SPC
• Advanced Manual and Manipulative Therapy Diploma, FCAMPT
• Intramuscular Stimulation Certification, CGIMS
• Clinical Associate Professor, Faculty of Medicine, UBC

Professional Interest:

Andrea specializes in the management of sports injuries, and with two small children has developed an interest in care of the active pregnant and post-natal client.

Personal Sport Background:

Cycling (cross-country and road), running, golf, gymnastics and downhill skiing.

Credentials:

• Bachelor of Science
• Diploma of Physiotherapy
• Diploma of Sport Physiotherapy, SPC
• Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Family Practice, UBC (retired)
• A Founding Principal of Allan McGavin Sports Medicine Centre

Professional Interest:

Clyde’s specialty lies in chronic injuries as they relate to pelvic and back alignment, including total joint replacement, rehabilitation exercise and healing therapy.

Credentials:

Diploma of Massage Therapy

Professional Interest:

Laszlo is extremely passionate and committed to minimizing pain and discomfort, while improving function and quality of life of his patients through massage therapy.

He’s taken additional courses in deep tissue, myofascial, neuro-muscular therapy, muscle energy, trigger point work, and end range loading.

CREDENTIALS:

• Masters of Physical Therapy
• Bachelor of Science (Kinesiology)
• Canadian Orthopaedic Manual and  Manipulative Physiotherapy, Level II Upper
• Kinetacore Functional Dry Needling (FDN) / Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS)

PROFESSIONAL INTEREST:

Credentials:

• Master of Physical Therapy (MPT, UBC)
• Bachelor of Human Kinetics
• Canadian Orthopaedic Manual & Manipulative Physiotherapy, Level 2
• Personal Trainer, CSEP

Professional Interest:

Elliott has a special interest in sports physiotherapy and knee injuries. His treatment approach consists of manual therapy-based intervention with a focus on body mechanics during return to play.

CREDENTIALS:

• Master of Physical Therapy
• Bachelor of Human Kinetics with Specialization in Movement Science
• Canadian Orthopaedic Manual & Manipulative Physiotherapy, Level 1
• Canadian Red Cross First Responder; Sport Physiotherapy Canada
• Mulligan Concept: Lower Quadrant

PROFESSIONAL INTEREST:

Kevin is interested in sport physiotherapy with a major focus on exercise and manual therapy. He has special interest in knee and shoulder injuries as well as return-to-play rehabilitation.

Credentials:

• Master of Physical Therapy
• Bachelor of Physical Health and Education
• Bachelor of Science
• Canadian Orthopaedic Manual & Manipulative Physiotherapy, Level II
• Mulligan Technique
• Matheson Functional Capacity Evaluation
• Kinetacore Functional Dry Needling (FDN) / Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS)
• Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA)

Professional Interest:

Dan uses a variety of manual therapy and exercise-based approaches to treating both recreational and professional athletes. Dan has special interests in Shoulder, Hip and Knee rehabilitation.