Registered Physiotherapist, IMS Practitioner, Vestibular Therapist & Temporomandibular Fellow

Eric completed his Bachelor’s of Kinesiology from the University of the Fraser Valley in 2017. He then continued to obtain his Master’s of Physical Therapy from the University of British Columbia in 2020. During his time at UBC, his clinical experience included working with patients in a wide variety of settings including musculoskeletal, neurological and cardiorespiratory areas of practice.

Eric feels the key to success in rehabilitation is listening carefully to the patient. Patients best know their bodies! Eric understands from his own athletic past that injuries can be a very difficult time, especially if you’re not able to do your favourite activities. He strives to make the rehab experience positive and comprehensive, including future injury prevention into his treatment plan.

When Eric is not in the clinic, he can be found hiking, golfing, playing squash, SpikeBall or diving into a good book. He plans to do some travelling abroad. Eric also enjoys cooking - a skill he looks forward to improving as he really needs some help!

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Registered Physiotherapist, IMS Practitioner & Hand Therapy Fellow

Ryan’s approach to physiotherapy is driven by his value of educating patients on the recovery process. He believes that education can be a key driver for recovery and that patient comprehension of their condition is paramount for a successful rehabilitation.

Ryan earned his Master Degree as a physiotherapist from the University of British Columbia and his Undergraduate Degree in Athletic and Exercise Therapy from Camosun College. He spent two years working with the University of Victoria Varsity Rugby team where he helped athletes deal with a variety of acute injuries and return to sport rehabilitation. He also spent two years working in a cardiovascular rehabilitation program in Victoria BC, assisting patients manage heart disease and chronic conditions through a regular therapeutic exercise program.

Currently, he divides his clinical time between our Westside and Surrey locations. Ryan’s main interest is hand and upper extremity therapy. Ryan is currently advancing his skills in upper extremity management as a Fellow in our private Fellowship program. He utilizes manual therapy techniques, splinting, therapeutic modalities and an individualized exercise program to help his patients achieve their goals.

In his off hours, Ryan stays active by hiking with his dog and spending at least five days in the gym working on functional strength training with a balanced core program.

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Registered Physiotherapist, Certified Hand Therapist (CHT), Acupuncture (MAFCI)

Siobhan (pronounced Shuh–vawn), originally from Ireland, started her career in healthcare as a Registered General Nurse in the UK in 1990. In 1995, she completed her Physiotherapy degree and over a 25-year career, has completed multiple certificates in Orthopaedics and Acupuncture. She moved to Canada in 2007, and has continued to provide excellence in Physiotherapy care to the local population. Siobhan’s physiotherapy interests lie in orthopaedics and merge with her own athletic interests. Siobhan completed her Certified Hand Therapy training in our clinic’s 2 - year Hand Therapy Fellowship program in December 2021.

She’s a former competitive swimmer, martial artist, kayaker, and runner who continues to maintain fitness with yoga, stand–up paddle boarding, snowshoeing, cycling, ocean rowing, and anything that involves water and hiking in the great outdoors.

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Certified Fascial Manipulation® Specialist, Fascial Manipulation®Teacher & Neuromuscular Therapist

After completing his “Therapeutic Massage Training Diploma Program” and “Neuromuscular Therapy Certification Program” in Florida, Alp started to work in physical therapy centers as a soft tissue manual therapist in Istanbul, Turkey. He then completed the Balanced Body® Pilates Instructor Training Program in order to combine manual therapy with exercise. In 2011, Alp started a part-time, post-graduate program called “Higher Diploma in Neuromuscular Therapy” at the College of Complementary Medical Education in Dublin, Ireland. Upon his graduation in 2014, Alp decided to focus on fascia science in order to understand and interpret the functional integration of the human body. He attended international fascial anatomy dissection workshops, fascia research summer school in Germany and International Fascia Research Congresses. This experience led to teaching workshops on functional anatomy, individualized orthopaedic medical exercises, and sustainable self care programs.

In 2015, Alp was officially  introduced to the Fascial Manipulation® - Stecco Method in Washington DC. He completed all of his Fascial Manipulation® courses with Dr. Antonio Stecco. In 2021, he became a Certified Fascial Manipulation® Specialist. He continued his training and completed the teacher training program began upon Dr. Carla Stecco and Dr. Antonio Stecco’s kind request. After assisting Dr. Antonio Stecco several times in Padova, Italy, he passed his teacher’s exam and earned the Fascial Manipulation® Teacher certification in August 2023. Alp’s specific international qualifications do not have a regulatory body in Canada and for this reason his services are not covered by insurance companies.

Alp has a Bachelor’s degree in communication studies. He studied and professionally performed jazz as a drummer and classical music as a singer for many years. He still plays drums and sings occasionally just for fun. He also loves to travel and explore different countries with his wife.

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Registered Physiotherapist, Temporomandibular Fellow

Lucas graduated from Brunel University in London, England in 2019. Originally from Kamloops, he’s been working in private practice in Vancouver treating patients with a variety of musculoskeletal conditions.

Lucas has a keen interest in holistic wellness. Injury and disability are more than damaged tissue, it’s an interruption of the flow of life. In addition to the traditional exercise-based rehabilitation, Lucas also incorporates some unique ‘movement modalities’ such as yoga and Thai bodywork. His rehab goals are to address a patient’s primary injury, assist with re-integration to an active lifestyle and most importantly ensure each patient is thriving post-rehabilitation.

Lucas has joined our healthOne family to continue his post-graduate training, specifically to delve further into Temporomandibular Disorders, Orofacial Pain, and Facial Palsies. An avid learner, he continues to hone his skills in all facets of physiotherapy practice.

Outside of practice, Lucas is a seasoned yoga instructor, practices traditional Thai Bodywork, is an avid artist, a hobbyist of all kinds (most recently sewing & crochet), hiker, skier, climber and paddle-boarder.

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Registered Physiotherapist, IMS Practitioner, Temporomandibular Fellow & Facial Neuromuscular Retraining Therapist

Marissa graduated from the University of British Columbia with her Master’s of Physical Therapy after completing her Bachelor of Kinesiology. Since graduating, Marissa has been working in private practice physiotherapy and she is currently completing a fellowship in treating Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD) for patients with jaw pain.

Post graduate studies have included Temporomandibular Disorders and Orofacial Pain, Facial Neuromuscular Retraining (for conditions such as Bell’s Palsy and Ramsay Hunt Syndrome), IMS (intramuscular stimulation), Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy, Orthopaedic Division Manual Therapy Level 1, and Mulligan Concept Lower Quadrant.

Marissa has plans to pursue further education as she considers herself a lifelong learner.

Marissa is passionate about working with her clients to develop individualized treatment plans that best meet their lifestyle and specific goals through the use of manual therapy, education, and evidence-based exercise prescription.

Outside of the clinic, you can find Marissa hunting for the best gluten-free goodie in town or hiking nearby trails with her husband and dog.

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Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR), Hand Therapy Fellow

Nathan completed his Bachelor of Kinesiology (2018) and Master of Occupational Therapy (2020) at The University of British Columbia. With his diverse clinical experience, Nathan has helped individuals suffering from various orthopedic and musculoskeletal injuries, brain injury, neurological conditions, mental health conditions, and chronic pain.

Nathan’s expertise spans across multiple hospital and community-based settings such as acute care, interdisciplinary outpatient mental health, and neurological rehabilitation services, community and vocational rehabilitation, and outpatient hand and upper extremity therapy. Currently, Nathan is expanding his skills in upper extremity management as a Fellow in our private Fellowship program.

When he’s not working, Nathan loves staying active playing basketball, volleyball, and spikeball. He dreams of traveling around the world with his future furry friend, watching breathtaking sunsets.

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Registered Physiotherapist, Certified Athletic Therapist & Temporomandibular Fellow

Selina graduated from McGill University with her Master’s of Science in Physical Therapy after completing her Bachelor’s of Science in Kinesiology with a specialization in Athletic Therapy at The University of Winnipeg.

Her experiences include working with individuals in various settings such as sports teams at the university and professional levels, acute inpatient rehabilitation, and private orthopedic clinics seeing general orthopedic conditions and temporomandibular disorders.

Selina has completed post-graduate courses in The Physical Therapy Approach to Female Urinary Incontinence, Orthopedic Division Manual Therapy Level 1 and Soft Tissue Release Techniques. She looks forward to furthering her education in temporomandibular disorders and manual therapy.

Selina strives to ensure her clients understand their physical health through education as she believes knowledge about one’s physical abilities and current limitations sets a solid foundation for successful rehabilitation. She looks forward to collaborating with her clients to establish a treatment plan that best meets their needs and lifestyle.

When not in the clinic, Selina can be found cycling, snowboarding, playing frisbee, or indulging in chocolatines and other pastries.

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Registered Physiotherapist, IMS (Chan Gunn) Practitioner, Certified Fascial Manipulation Instructor

Cheryl aids individuals with musculoskeletal problems after traumatic injury, mobility issues, and chronic problems, associated with injury or strain. She is proud to say that UBC was where she began her training in physiotherapy in 1994. Her early career involved vocational rehabilitation, pain management and work hardening programs. Cheryl studied with the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Therapists and in 2006 she studied with the Institute for the Study and Treatment of Pain (iSTOP) becoming certified in Chan Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation (CG IMS) which improved the treatment response to manual therapy.

Cheryl travelled to Italy in 2010 to study the deep fascia with Italian physiotherapist, Luigi Stecco, to better assess and treat musculoskeletal pain. In her experience, this approach called Fascial Manipulation®, has been an important way to evaluate and treat those individuals with problems not responding to conventional treatment. Fascial Manipulation® addresses the body as a system, which because of injuries or strain, can create compensations over time. Considering the body in this way, we can help to improve range of movement, strength and coordination. The above techniques are used for those disruptive spinal and peripheral disorders to improve movement, reduce pain and restore individuals to their previous functional activities. Currently, Cheryl is teaching Fascial Manipulation® in North America.

Another important focus of Cheryl’s is treating those individuals after undergoing a mastectomy or truncal/thoracic surgery. These patients require specialized treatment including lymphatic system care, scar release, regaining shoulder & spine movement and upper body to trunk strengthening.

In her life outside the clinic, Cheryl loves to garden and travel. Travel allows her to revel in new cultures. Another passion includes the challenge and intrigue of gastronomy typically involving wine. To stay active, Cheryl loves to hike in the mountains and beachside with her two faithful border collie companions. Her dogs have sparked an interest in canine rehabilitation.

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Registered Physiotherapist, IMS (Functional Dry Needling) Practitioner & Certified Hand Therapist (CHT)

Clare works as a physio hand therapist treating upper extremity injuries including the neck, shoulder, arm and hand. Conditions treated include repetitive strain, acute trauma and acquired conditions such as osteoarthritis. Her hand therapy skills include custom splinting, wound care, scar management, burn care and early management of hand trauma. Clare has a keen interest in the treatment of musician’s injuries.

Other professional commitments include teaching hand therapy for the UBC Physiotherapy Master’s Program and clinical lecturer for the BCIT Prosthetist/Orthotist Diploma Program. Clare is a past Vice-President for the Canadian Society of Hand Therapists (CSHT). She is currently the CSHT-BC Regional Rep and the hand therapy liaison for the BC Hand Society. Clare graduated in 1992 with a grad Honours degree in Physiotherapy at the University of East London - 28 years ago! Her career in hand therapy started in 1994 and she completed her Certified Hand Therapist designation in 1998.

Clare loves to be active. Running, swimming, biking, skiing and hiking with anyone who cares to join her! Clare’s talents include playing the violin. You can see her regularly perform on stage with the Richmond Orchestra & Choral Association.

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Registered Physiotherapist, IMS (Functional Dry Needling) Practitioner & Certified Hand Therapist (CHT)

Ashley grew up in Vancouver and completed her Masters of Physiotherapy at Queen Margaret University in Edinburgh, Scotland in 2010. She continues to expand her understanding of human movement and rehabilitation by taking post-graduate courses. Most recently she has completed the Kinetacore Dry Needling, Advanced Total-Joint Arthroplasty (replacement) Management, Advanced Rehabilitation for Lower Extremity amputees and Bobath for Neurological Rehabilitation. She completed her Fellowship in Hand Therapy here at healthOne to become a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT).

In the past several years, Ashley has been working at the rehabilitation department at Holy Family Hospital in Vancouver. She’s been working with patients ranging from lower extremity amputees, hip and knee replacement, post fracture to post stroke patients. She also practiced at other hospitals and private clinics around the Lower Mainland.

Outside of work, Ashley enjoys running around trying to catch her two small children on the local playgrounds and jungle gyms. She stays fit swimming, skiing, hiking and biking whenever she gets the chance. Holidays are often spent exploring BC on family camping trips.

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Registered Physiotherapist, IMS (Functional Dry Needling) Practitioner

Sid is now accepting new patients.

Sid has been a physical therapist for over 23 years.  His clinical interests include sports physiotherapy management of athletes with an emphasis on core stability programs that relate to upper and lower extremity injuries. He utilizes manual therapy techniques in combination with customized exercise programs to rehabilitate patients. Movement re-education through corrective exercise is an essential element of this rehabilitation process. 

Sid has extensive experience working with athletes and organizations including the  BC Lions, Olympians,  the Commonwealth Games, World Cup Speed Skating, World Ultimate Championships and the Canadian Women’s Hockey Championships. He was on the Vancouver 2010 medical team for short track speed skating and figure skating.  Sid currently works with cyclists/triathletes of all levels—from recreational/Gran Fondo to Ironman competitors and has consulted for the H & R Block/DC Bank UCI Professional Cycling Team (http://www.m1procycling.com/). 

Professional activities include being a member of SportMed BC, the Sports Physio BC Executive, guest Lecturer at the UBC School of Rehabilitation and at the 2017 BC Sports Medicine Congress.  

He is a member of the UBC Clinical Faculty of Family Medicine for the training of Residents in musculoskeletal injury assessment and treatment. He also consults for BioInteractive Technologies (BIT) in the development of medical wearable technology.

Sid’s athletic interests include road cycling, weight training, running, hiking, ultimate frisbee, tennis and skiing. His musical skills include playing guitars and piano.

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Registered Physiotherapist, Facial Neuromuscular Retraining

Susan Rankin graduated from McGill University with a BScPT and worked primarily with neurological patients. After 8 years, she attended McMaster University where she obtained a Master of Health Sciences. Following completion of her Masters degree, she was trained in the techniques of Facial Neuromuscular Retraining as part of a research project. This very specific post-graduate training is designed to treat peripheral facial palsies. In 1990 Susan started a private practice in metro Vancouver exclusively treating facial palsies. After working with facial palsy patients for over 37 years, Susan is considered one of the foremost experts in Canada and with Facial Therapy Specialists International. She is a member of the multidisciplinary Facial Nerve team at St. Paul’s hospital.

Susan teaches courses in Facial Neuromuscular Retraining and is determined to have more practitioners treating this population of people. She is passionate about helping people gain control in their faces and improve their facial symmetry. This is done with education and expertise in practicing specific and precise movements in their faces.

Diagnoses treated include Bell’s Palsy, Ramsay Hunt syndrome, post-surgical Acoustic and Facial Neuromas, Parotid cancers, congenital and traumatic injuries to the facial nerve, amongst others.

In her spare time, Susan likes to hike with her dog, to bicycle, kayak, snow shoe and she sings with the City Soul choir. She and her husband also enjoy travelling.

Susan’s website is www.rankinphysio.com and her Facebook page is www.facebook.com/rankinphysiorankinphysio

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Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR), Certified Hand Therapist (CHT)

Maritess has been a Certified Hand Therapist since 2003. Hand therapy treatment includes custom made splints, treatment of repetitive strain injuries, arthritis, acute trauma, job site visits, job coaching, functional hand rehabilitation and pain education. Maritess’ work experience also has included working within various multidisciplinary treatment programs as well as working as a consultant Occupational Therapist.

Outside of work, Maritess is kept busy with three children and all their activities! She stays very fit with cycling, running, swimming and skiing.

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Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR), Certified Hand Therapist (CHT)

Lauren graduated from the University of Windsor with a bachelor of Human Kinetics, Movement Science. She then went on to complete a post-graduate certificate in Exercise Science and Lifestyle Management from Humber College. Lauren’s desire to help others lead her to complete a Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy from Queen’s University.

Through her hand therapy placement in school and work experience, she realized her passion for treating hand and upper limb injuries. Lauren completed the hand therapy fellowship program through the Roth McFarlane Hand & Upper Limb Centre at St. Joseph’s hospital in London, ON.

In her free time, Lauren enjoys swimming, hiking, and trail running.

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Registered Physiotherapist IMS (Anatomical) & Acupuncture (CAFCI) Practitioner, Temporomandibular Fellow

Rachel graduated in 2011 with a Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) from the University of British Columbia. She has been working in private practice physiotherapy since graduating and is dedicated to continuing her postgraduate education. She has completed a TMD Fellowship to specialize in treating TMJ disorders (TMD). She is certified in Intramuscular Stimulation from FHE (AN-IMS) and in Acupuncture from CAFCI. She has also completed her Orthopedic Division Manual Therapy Level 2, amongst many other orthopedic courses.

As a physiotherapist, Rachel employs a variety of treatment techniques to help her patients recover, understand their injuries, address the underlying causes, and prevent future injuries. Rachel has a passion for physiotherapy and has years of experience working with clientele of all ages, fitness levels and a wide variety of injuries. Rachel treats all issues from sports-based injuries to postural problems to issues arising from simply sitting at a desk all day, as well as postsurgical, motor vehicle accidents and work-related injuries. As a TMD therapist, she treats cervical spine disorders, cervicogenic headaches, orofacial pain and TMJ disorders (TMD).

Outside the clinic, Rachel herself is a skier, kayaker and an avid hiker. She likes nothing better than getting outdoors and enjoying everything beautiful Vancouver has to offer!

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