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 (West Coast College of Massage Therapy)

PROFESSIONAL INTEREST:

As a registered massage therapist, Sean has experience working with a wide variety of patients, careful to tailor each treatment to the patients needs. Sean blends a variety of modalities including myofascial release, deep tissue trigger point therapy and dynamic stretching. He has a particular interest in runners and running related injuries. As a member of the Allan McGavin team Sean works closely with those within a patients circle of care to ensure a safe, effective and injury free return to activity.

Credentials:

• Diploma of Massage Therapy (West Coast College of Massage Therapy)
• Bachelor of Health Science (in progress)
• Faculty Instructor West Coast College of Massage Therapy, New Westminster Campus

Professional Interest:

Sean has a professional interest in working in a team environment alongside colleagues to provide a multidisciplinary approach to your case management.

He has been taking on a larger interest working with the running and canoe sport/dragon boat community to help manage training injuries and get people across the start and finish lines. He has taken additional course work in muscle energy, biomechanical assessment, and myofascial therapy to integrate as needed into your treatment plan.

CREDENTIALS

• Master of Science in Physical Therapy (MScPT)
•  Bachelor of Physical Health & Education (BPHE)
• Canadian Orthopaedic Manual & Manipulative Physiotherapy, Level 2 (Upper & Lower Quadrant)
• Advanced Functional Dry Needling (FDN/IMS)
• 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, FDN/IMS/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 has a special interest in individualized exercise programs to help clients achieve their health and fitness goals through personal training. She also enjoys the challenge of working with patients who have sustained injuries in a motor vehicle accident. Her goal with all clients is to have them return to normal function and incorporate activity into their lifestyle.

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
• New Trends in the Prevention of Running Injuries
• Kinetacore Functional Dry Needling (FDN), Level I
• Shift Concussion Management, Level I
• Lower Extremity and Lumbo-Pelvic Complex certifications: Advanced Physical Therapy Education Institute

PROFESSIONAL INTEREST

Greg utilizes manual therapy, exercise prescription, patient education, functional dry needling 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:

• Master of Science in Physical Therapy
• Bachelor of Arts – Major in Psychology
• Canadian Physiotherapy Association Orthopaedic Division Level 1
• Sport Physiotherapy Canada Sports First Responder Certificate

Professional Interest:

Gurmeet has a strong interest in treating sports injuries and focusing on injury prevention. Gurmeet’s treatment style is rooted in manual therapy and exercise prescription with a strong emphasis on educating clients on their injury to help clients reach their rehabilitation goals.

Credentials:

• • Registered Kinesiologist (BCAK practicing member in good standing)
  • Bachelor of Kinesiology
  • Personal Trainer (ACSM)
  • Functional Movement Screen (FMS), Level 1
  • Emergency First Aid & CPR-C w/ AED

   

  Professional Interests:

  Emma believes in an evidence-based approach and has a special interest in injury prevention and supporting individuals in their return to optimal function and performance. Emma achieves this through the development of individualized exercise programs and the correction of movement patterns. Emma focuses on reducing individual’s experience of pain, improving their level of resilience, educating them, and encouraging them to participate in lifelong activity.

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 and golf

Credentials:

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

Credentials:

• Master of Physical Therapy
• Master of Anatomical Sciences
• Bachelor of Science (Biology)
• Canadian Orthopaedic Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy – Level I
• Soft Tissue Release certificate
• Canadian Red Cross First Responder; Sports Physiotherapy Canada

Professional Interest:

Casey is committed to providing individualized patient focused treatment where the patient is an active member in their therapy. She uses a combination of exercise, manual therapy, and patient education to optimize function. Casey has a special interest in running related injuries and helping athletes return to play.

Credentials:

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

Experience in Sports Community:

• Ballet BC (2006 – Current)
• Ailey II, Cedar Lake Ballet, Rubberbandance, Kidd Pivot, Bad Boys of Dance, National Ballet of Cuba, Miami City Ballet, Ballet Jorgen, Alberta Ballet
• 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:

• Master of Science in Physical Therapy
• Bachelor of Kinesiology
• Sport Physiotherapy Canada Certificate
• Canadian Orthopaedic Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy, Level I
• Acupuncture Canada AA1
• Certified GLA:D Canada Arthritis Trainer
• Sport First Responder

Professional Interest:

Emily is focused on empowering her patients to achieve long-term results, utilizing evidence-based education, hands-on therapy, and therapeutic exercises. Emily works with patients of all ages and abilities, and has a special interest in youth athlete injuries, return to sport post-operatively, and hand injuries.

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 3 Upper & Level 2 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) Level 2 / 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:

• UBC Master of Physical Therapy
• UBC 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,  pre/post-surgical rehabilitation, post concussion syndrome, and chronic pain management.

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 2 Upper & Lower Extremity
• Kinetacore Functional Dry Needling (FDN) / Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS)

Professional Interest:

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

Credentials:

• Master of Physical Therapy
• Bachelors of Science in Biology & Psychology
• Canadian Orthopaedic Manual & Manipulative Physiotherapy, Level 1
• Canadian Red Cross First Responder; Sport Physiotherapy
• Soft Tissue Release Certificate

Professional Interest:

Kevin is dedicated to providing hands-on manual therapy, tailored exercise prescription and patient education to meet client goals. He has a keen interest in treating sports related injuries and understanding biomechanical movement patterns.

Credentials:

• Doctor of Physical Therapy
• Bachelor of Biology, , Bachelor of 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 interests in injuries of the hip, on field Physiotherapy and sport performance, 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:

• 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 Science Physical Therapy, U of A
• Bachelor of Human Kinetics – Concentration in Clinical Exercise Physiology, UBC Okanagan
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, NCSA
• Functional Movement Screen, Level 2, FMS
• Olympic Weightlifting Certification, BC Weightlifting Association
• Athletic Taping, SportsMedBC

Professional Interests

Russell believes that when it comes to rehab, the most powerful tool is movement. Through a variety of manual therapy techniques, client education, and individualized therapeutic exercises, his client-centered, active approach can optimize movement and empower people to take control of their bodies. From desk jockeys to professional athletes, Russell enjoys working with a wide range of populations.

Credentials:

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

Professional Interest:

Andrea specializes in the management of sports injuries, and with three 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.