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Melanie is a caring, enthusiastic physiotherapist. She strives to treat the underlying cause of an issue and prevent re-injury. Combining her in-depth knowledge of human movement with exercise, manual therapy, soft tissue techniques and modalities, Melanie can help. As an athlete, coach and now a parent of young athletes, she empathizes with the challenges and motivations of everyone involved in the rehab process.

She completed her Honors Bachelor of Health Sciences from Western University in 2002, focusing on health promotion. After teaching English in Taiwan, she completed her Masters in Physical Therapy at University of Toronto in 2005. Her love of travel and teaching led her to spend a year setting up a PT unit in The Gambia.

Being a PT for 18 years has given her the privilege of seeing people overcome obstacles and achieve their goals every day.

Physical activity, especially outdoors and in water, is one of the joys of Melanie’s life and something she loves to share with her beautiful high-energy family.

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If you’re looking at this page or another clinician profile, fantastic. It means you’re curious about what to expect and clearly shows that you prioritize your health!

So what do I need to know?

Andrew’s vision is simple: To guide and support clients in achieving their full potential of mind, body and soul. Knowing that YOU as the client are the most important part, he will always listen to your needs, prioritize your goals and through collaboration, support and encouragement, he will educate you on how to return to whatever your normal is.

What kind of clientele does he treat?

Andrew has experience treating nearly every population imaginable. Whether you’re a professional athlete returning to sport, dealing with chronic pain from a work-related injury, suffering from a sport-related concussion or in your golden years looking to be more active after surgery, Andrew will use his unique background to cover all your needs. He will also always be honest if he thinks you’d benefit more from seeing another clinician instead. In addition to his experience in the clinic, he’s uniquely provided on-field medical coverage for sports teams since 2015 and has provided weekend warrior adults and professional athletes with strength coaching since 2017.

What can I expect from treatment?

Andrew will always prioritize your goals and provide ongoing assessment in an attempt to find the source of your problem. Treatment will consist of a combination of hands-on treatment, corrective exercise and lots of education to make sure YOU understand what’s happening in your body in order to be more resilient in the future. Whether your goals are to return to pain-free stair climbing, returning to sport or living a more active lifestyle, Andrew is dedicated to providing an individualized program you understand and agree to.

He also prides himself on addressing the psychosocial components to life and injury. Through active-listening, learning more about you and creating a welcoming, supportive environment, together you can begin to address more than just the physical aspects to recovery.

Anything else I should know?

On a more personal level, Andrew was born and raised in Guelph, ON and recently made the move to Kitchener to be closer with family and friends. He enjoys all sorts of activities including (but not limited to) basketball, volleyball, golf, rock climbing, reading, weightlifting, playing guitar and the occasional karaoke. You get it, he’s a busy guy. If you’re curious about learning more of his experience, check-out the additional subheadings.

Experience: - Physiotherapy Student - UHN Altum Health (Cambridge, ON) - Physiotherapy Student - Thames Valley Children’s Centre (London, ON) - Physiotherapy Student - Leamington District Hospital (Leamington, ON) - Performance Coach - Pursuit Health Centre (Guelph, ON) - Athletic Therapist - David L. Macintosh Sport Medicine Clinic (Toronto, ON) - Performance Specialist Intern - P3 Applied Sport Science (Atlanta, GA) - Athletic Therapist - Cambridge Centre for Health and Wellness (Cambridge, ON) - Athletic Therapy Intern - Toronto Raptors (Toronto, ON) - Athletic Therapy Intern - Toronto Argonauts (Toronto, ON)

Credentials: - Master of Physical Therapy - Western University - Bachelor of Applied Health Science (Athletic Therapy) - Sheridan College - Registered Physiotherapist - Certified Athletic Therapist (CAT(C)) - Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) - Certified First Responder (Red Cross)

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Jennifer is a Kitchener native and has been practicing Pedorthics in the KW and surrounding areas since 2007.

Jennifer holds a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology and Physical Education from Wilfrid Laurier University. In her 3rd year she initiated her steps into the Pedorthic profession through a mentorship with a local Pedorthist. She went on to complete the Diploma in Pedorthics program and graduated with distinction through Western University. In 2007 she completed her National Certification and received her designation of C. Ped (C), Canadian Certified Pedorthist. Jennifer’s clinical approach is to provide and assist with the body’s “foundation” for optimal joint, muscle and supporting soft tissue function. No matter the reason, whether it be injury related, dysfunction and compensations, chronic presentations or neurological complications, Jennifer’s goal is to improve comfort and mobility for each patient. Each pair of custom foot orthotics is specifically designed by Jennifer, and fabricated in house. Patient education plays a vital role in Jennifer’s practice. Feeling confident in understanding the assessment and treatment plan are essential pieces in the overall experience, but also in the success outcomes. Jennifer continues to educate and mentor new Pedorthic students as a supervisor to Pedorthic candidates who are enrolled in the Pedorthic program through Western University. Jennifer served on the Ethics Committee and Continuing Education Committee for the College of Pedorthics of Canada for a number of years before being nominated and elected by her peers to serve on the Board of Directors for The College of Pedorthics of Canada. She did so for 6 years, and during that time gained valuable insight, knowledge and experience in the realm of public protection, business and board organization. In her spare time Jennifer enjoys spending time with her family, hiking, fitness training, cooking and wine pairing.

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Matt graduated with a Bachelor of Kinesiology from Wilfrid Laurier University in 2019. From there Matt went on to complete his Masters in Physical Therapy at Western University with honours. Matt is a former Team Canada and Team Ontario athlete that is passionate about sport and physical activity. Matt is also a certified personal trainer and values an active approach to rehabilitation. As a primary health care practitioner, Matt focuses on patient- centred care and believes every patient is unique in their own way. He employs a variety of different treatment techniques including manual therapy, soft tissue release, therapeutic modalities, and exercise to create an effective treatment plan to optimize patient success. With an extensive knowledge of exercise and physical activity, Matt promotes overall health and well-being, and believes every patient has the ability to reach their goals. Matt enjoys playing sports and being outdoors, and loves to challenge his patients to succeed.

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Penny graduated from the Canadian Academy of Osteopathy in March 2023 where she was trained to adhere to the international standards of education on professionalism, completing 4200 educational hours, and a minimum of 1000 hours of supervised clinical practice and training. Previously, Penny graduated from the University of Guelph with a bachelor’s degree in Human Kinetics with a minor in Nutrition and Nutraceutical Sciences. Penny is committed to helping patients exceed their personal health, wellness and rehabilitation goals. In her free time, you can catch Penny going on many walks with her cockapoo Neptune.

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Mohammed Youssef is an Osteopathic Practitioner that graduated from the Canadian Academy of Osteopathy, in Hamilton, Ontario.

He is in good standing with Osteopathy Canada (OSTCAN), adhering to the highest international standards in education and professionalism in manual Osteopathy. For more details, please head over to https://ostcan.ca

What is Osteopathy?

Osteopathy is a holistic and manual approach to healthcare that recognizes the body’s ability to heal itself. When illness or pain occurs, it is often due to obstructions that prevent the body’s healing elements from doing their job effectively. These obstructions can manifest as mal-alignments in the bones, musculoskeletal, fascia, or ligamentous structures, which can impede the flow of nerves, blood, and lymphatics. Osteopathic practitioners assess and treat the body as a whole, looking for and treating the cause rather than just the effect.

Osteopathic practitioners like Mohammed use a variety of principle-based manual techniques to reduce or remove these restrictions, thereby restoring the body’s normal physiological function. This, in turn, allows the body to initiate the healing process naturally. Osteopathic practitioners are trained to palpate (assess) your physical structure through your clothing. Wearing loose or non-restrictive clothing is helpful so that you have full range of motion.

Mohammed holds a Master in Practice of Osteopathic Manipulative Sciences (M. OMSc.) from the Canadian Academy of Osteopathy, where he was trained, with 4.5 years of Osteopathic education, to uphold the classical principles-based approach to osteopathy envisioned by Dr. Andrew Taylor Still.

With a background in Kinesiology and an Honours Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Waterloo, Mohammed has a comprehensive understanding of human movement and its impact on overall health and well-being. Mohammed had the privilege of being taught by world-renowned professors such as Dr. Stu McGill.

With over 8 years of education, this has allowed Mohammed to cultivate a comprehensive and holistic approach to healthcare that aligns with the values and principles of osteopathy.

Mohammed is committed to continuous learning and refining his skills to better serve his patients.

He looks forward to the positive impact he will make on the lives of those seeking relief from pain and a path to improved health!

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