Meet Our Physical Therapists

Physical Therapist Bios

Blair has been a Physical Therapist at Nose Creek Sport Physical Therapy since 2001. Blair graduated from the University of Alberta with a BScPT in 1992. He has focussed on Orthopaedic Manual Therapy and Sport Therapy for the last 14 years. Blair completed his Sport Therapy Diploma in 1997, and his Advanced Manual and Manipulative Diploma in 1998. Blair is also certified for IMS (Intra-Muscular Stimulation) or Dry Needling.

Blair has a keen interest in an active rehabilitation of recent and chronic spinal and peripheral joint and muscle injuries. He enjoys treating upper neck pain that is associated with Cervical Tension Headaches, Sciatica (Pinched Nerve in Lower back), shoulder injuries, and traumatic knee injuries. Blair is currently the executive Chair of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Therapy (CAMT).

Blair balances his busy professional life by staying active. He enjoys running, cycling, swimming, working out, hiking, camping and snowboarding depending on the season. Blair shares his “free-time” with his wife Rhonda outside on the weekends. He has learned to enjoy the journey, as Life is really too short.

Rob has been a physical therapist at Nose Creek Sport Physical Therapy since 2001. He graduated from McGill University with a BSc PT in 1996, and has concentrated on Orthopaedic manual therapy for the previous 9 years. Rob has his advanced orthopaedic manual therapy certification with the Canadian Physiotherapy Association and has a keen interest in acute and chronic spinal rehabilitation, shoulder injuries and headaches.

He is currently pursuing a research project to develop a standardized test of neck strength for people with neck injuries and/or headaches. In addition to this clinical and research work, Rob has worked internationally in New Zealand and as a volunteer at a community rehabilitation centre in southern Mexico. Rob is currently the chair of the Southern Alberta Orthopaedic Unit. He is fluent in English and French and also speaks Spanish.

Kanwal is a graduate from the University of Alberta with her Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy. She is currently taking post-graduate courses focusing on orthopaedic manual therapy, and is looking to complete her intermediate certificate in manual therapy in the spring of 2007. She has a clinical interest in treating necks and the foot. In her spare time, Kanwal enjoys running, playing soccer and taking Bhangra dancing classes. She is fluent in English, but can also understand and speak conversational Punjabi.

Karen graduated from the University of Alberta with her BScPT in 2000 and from the University of Calgary with her BScKin in 2001. She has since completed many post graduate courses focusing on orthopaedic manual therapy. She received her Certificate of Intermediate Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy in 2004. She has also received her certification in Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS), a type of dry needling. She enjoys treating a varied caseload but has a special interest in women with post-partum back and pelvic pain. Karen enjoys playing many sports and played tennis competitively for many years. In her time away from work, Karen enjoys spending time with her family and getting out to the mountains when she can.

Albert Chan graduated from the University of Alberta in 1996. He completed his training as a physical therapist both in Canada as well as in Australia. So far in his career, Albert has had experience and a special interest in orthopedic and sports injuries. In 2002, Albert successfully completed the Advanced Orthopedic Manual and Manipulative Therapy Certificate with the Canadian Physiotherapy Association. Prior to his arrival in Calgary in 2003, Albert worked at the Edmonton Garrison Canadian Forces Base Sports Medicine Clinic. Here, he worked in a multidisciplinary setting, treating both sports and occupational injuries. As a teenager, Albert competed both provincially and nationally in the sport of badminton. His hobbies now include playing soccer and hiking with his family.

Amy graduated from the University of Waterloo with a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology in 2003 and completed her Master of Science degree in Physical Therapy at the University of Toronto in 2005. Amy joined the Nose Creek Sport Physical Therapy team in November, 2006. She enjoys treating the knee as well as the spine, and hopes to specialize in this area in the future. Amy has competed nationally and internationally in the sport of figure skating, and as a physiotherapist, has had the opportunity to work with many athletes and sports teams from the recreational to international level. She enjoys hiking, volleyball and spending time with family and friends.

Heather joined the Beddington clinic in spring of 2007. She graduated from the University of Alberta in 2000 with her BSc of Physical Therapy. She has taken many post-graduate courses in orthopaedic manual therapy and plans to complete the intermediate certificate of manual therapy in 2008. Heather has her certification in Western Acupuncture from the Acupuncture foundation of Canada. In addition to acupuncture, she has a special interest in the treatment of TMJ disorders, and also the rehabilitation of post-partum women.

In her spare time Heather enjoys hockey and mountain biking. She is also fluent in French.

Michelle graduated from Mount Royal College as a Massage Therapist in August, 2007.

She joined the Nose Creek Sport Physical Therapy Team in April of 2007 as a receptionist. She will be accepting new Massage Therapy Patients effective September 10, 2007.

Michelle is originally from Kelowna, B.C. She has lots of dance experience spanning 18 years and taught for 4 years. She also enjoyed track and field and has led an active lifestyle. Michelle’s athletic background has provided her with extensive experience in soft tissue injuries.

Michelle’s friendly outgoing personality will put you at ease. Michelle possesses the latest and greatest massage techniques which will assist you in your recovery and get you moving faster!

Wendy has been practicing physiotherapy in Alberta for 26 years. Eight of those years have been focused on working with clients suffering from neurological injuries (eg strokes and head injuries) or disease. She has worked in multidisciplinary teams and continues to communicate effectively with all members of the treatment team to ensure safe and effective treatment. She also has experience in chronic pain and back and neck assessment and treatment.

The following services are provided by Wendy:

• ergonomic assessments - to determined if work stations and homes are ergonomically friendly and safe
• fall risk assessments - to determine the risk of falling within the client's environment and implement prevention strategies
• vestibular assessment - diagnosis and training for dizziness and balance problems are addressed
• neurological assessment and treatment