PHYSIOTHERAPY

Carl Petersen, BPE,BSc (PT), MCPA
Director of High Performance Training
Email: carl@citysportsphysio.com

Carl is a partner and Director of High Performance Training. He treats and trains athletes to keep them Fit to Play for a variety of sports. Throughout his over 25 years as a physiotherapist and fitness coach he has worked with numerous gold medal winners from a variety of sports most notably alpine skiing. He traveled on the World Cup Ski Circuit from 1984-2003. He currently travels part time on the Professional Tennis Tour with select athletes. Carl also has an active interest in women health issues around pre and postnatal fitness and has co-authored the book Fit to Deliver www.fittodeliver.com

Carl keeps Fit to Play with support from:

Erica Mahon, BSc (PT), MCPA
Registered Physiotherapist
Email: erica@citysportsphysio.com

Erica is a partner and Executive Director of City Sports & Physiotherapy Clinics. She has been involved in orthopaedic and sports injury rehabilitation since 1984. Erica graduated from Dalhousie University with a BSc in Physiotherapy in 1984 and from Acadia University in 1981 with a BSc in Biology and Chemistry. She has rehabilitated athletes and competed herself at the Provincial, National and International level . Erica's areas of interest are Keeping Fit to Play, intergrating exercise into a busy lifestyle, workplace ergonomics and breast cancer rehabilitation. She also consults and prescribes custom orthotics and shoes.

Shaana Sasaki, BSc (PT), CAFCI, MCPA
Registered Physiotherapist
Email: shaana@citysportsphysio.com

Shanna is a physiotherapist specializing in injury prevention, rehabilitation and sport-specified exercise therapy. She is a graduate of Queen's University in Kingston, Ontario. Since obtaining her degree in 1998, Shaana has treated a wide-range of orthopaedic injuries related to sports, motor vehicle accidents, workplace injuries and "everyday" non-specific neck, back and shoulder pain. She is also certified to incorporate acupuncture into her physiotherapy treatments. Recreational interests include soccer, snowboarding, volleyball, running hiking and golfing. She is currently the team physiotherapist for the Dizzy Chicks Cycling Team.

Daniel Haggart, BSc (PT), BHKin, MCPA
Registered Physiotherapist
Email: dan@citysportsphysio.com

Daniel graduated from UBC in 2003 with his Physiotherapy degree and Human Kinetics. His primary areas of expertise are manual therapy and sports injuries. He enjoys helping patients develop sport specific exercise and training routines to prevent re-injury and to improve performance. He is an Intermediate Manipulative Therapist, having completed his Part A in Manual Therapy Certificate in 2008. Dan has worked with BC Soccer, the U15 and U17 National Soccer teams and spent 2 years as the physiotherapist for Capilano College/University Athletics. Dan was also a member of the 2010 Winter Olympic Medical Team. While at UBC Dan captained the soccer team and today continues to compete vigoriously in the Over 30 category. He also enjoys basketball, running, outdoor sports and his young family.

Timberly George, BSc (PT), BSc (Kin), MCPA
Registered Physiotherapist, Sport Physiotherapist
Email: timberly@citysportsphysio.com

Timberly is a Sport Physiotherapist holding a post-graduate Diploma from Sport Physiotherapy Canada and is an instructor at the University of British Columbia. She is very active in the sport physiotherapy community at the regional, national, and international levels. She was Venue Medical Manager for the Richmond Olympic Oval during the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Games and is a therapist for Rugby Canada. She travels with the senior and junior national men’s rugby programs and is involved with provincial and community level club teams. Timberly was also the team physiotherapist for the junior national women’s field hockey team in 2005. Timberly is one of the Vancouver Sun Run’s “Ask an Expert” panel members and provides injury prevention advice to runners through the Vancouver Sun newspaper and at local running clinics throughout Vancouver. In her spare time, Timberly can often be found running the trails or riding one of her bicycles around the mountains of the North Shore and Sea to Sky corridor. Timberly holds a BSc in Kinesiology from Simon Fraser University and a BScPT from UBC. Her primary areas of interest are treating sport related injuries and pre and post-surgical rehabilitation, with a keen interest in shoulders.

Duane Brousmiche, BSc (PT)
Registered Physiotherapist
Email: duane@citysportsphysio.com

Duane Brousmiche graduated from Queen’s University in 2002. During his time at Queen’s he worked with the Men’s varsity basketball and rugby teams, giving him the opportunity to travel to international tournaments. More recently Duane has work with the Canadian Men’s Sr. and Jr. Field Hockey teams and BC Rugby. He was also a member of the host medical staff at the Richmond Oval during the 2010 Olympics. Since his graduation, Duane has worked in busy private practice clinics, treating mostly orthopedic injuries related to sports (from Pre-habilitation to Re-habilitation), motor vehicle accidents and Workers compensation. He has pursued post graduate education in Intramuscular Stimulation, sports physiotherapy, manual therapy, acupuncture and custom orthotic fitting. When away from the office, Duane spends his time skiing (past member of the Canadian Ski Patrol), golfing, biking, hiking, and any other way he can keep active.

Carrie Viola, MScPT, BScHK
Registered Physiotherapist
Email: carrie@citysportsphysio.com

Carrie graduated from McMaster University with a Masters degree in Physiotherapy after completing a Bachelors degree in Human Kinetics from the University of Guelph. She has successfully completed training with the Orthopaedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association, obtaining her Certificate of Intermediate Manual and Manipulative Therapy. Carrie continues to work towards obtaining her Certificate in Sports Physiotherapy, having accumulated on-field hours in running, volleyball, ultimate, rugby, lacrosse and soccer events in Vancouver. Her treatment approach includes a combination of manual techniques, specific and focused exercises and education to restore function, minimize re-injury and allow clients to return to activities safely and effectively. Carrie enjoys treating all ages and abilities, having treated national level athletes to ‘weekend warriors’. She is also trained in Functional Assessments for Elite Athletes with SportMed.

Kim Yae, MScPT
Registered Physiotherapist
Email: kim@citysportsphysio.com

Kim graduated with a Masters degree in Physical Therapy from University of Toronto, after completing an Honours degree in Kinesiology at McMaster University. Kim continues her learning with postgraduate courses with special interests in manual therapy and sport physiotherapy. She has been certified to practice acupuncture from McMaster University and enjoys incorporating acupuncture in her treatments. After graduation, Kim worked in a busy downtown clinic in Toronto treating mostly orthopaedic injuries related to repetitive injuries – most notably the ‘Toronto neck’ syndrome and the ‘crackberry thumb,’ sport-related sprains & strains, and aches & pains in the weekend warrior population. Kim was also part of the performing arts medical team for the production “A Chorus Line” at The Cannon Theatre. She plays competitive Ultimate Frisbee, and has been the team therapist for Toronto women’s team Lotus and U of T Women’s. During the winter months, Kim enjoys hitting the park on her snowboard or finding fresh tracks. As a certified CASI Level 2 Snowboard Instructor, she also enjoys instructing beginners and intermediate snowboarder to stay standing on their boards.

Gareth Adams, MPT, BScHKin
Registered Physiotherapist
Email: gareth@citysportsphysio.com

Gareth graduated from Curtin University in Perth, Australia with a Master of Physiotherapy and completed his Bachelor degree in Human Kinetics at UBC. His work as a kinesiologist and as a strength and conditioning coach for elite level hockey players prior to starting his physiotherapy studies solidified his strong background in exercise prescription and injury rehabilitation. His time in Australia only furthered his interests in manual therapy and sports injury, as he continues to enhance his skills by obtaining his levels in orthopaedic manual therapy and sports physiotherapy. An avid golfer, Gareth is now certified in specific golf exercise prescription and injury screening. His time away from the clinic has now shifted away from the rugby field and a playing career which included selection for the National Senior Sevens Team to the hockey rink, where he continues to compete passionately in the recreational leagues.

Cathy Yackness, BSc(PT), MCPA
Registered Physiotherapist
Email: cathy@citysportsphysio.com

Cathy has been an associate since September 2001 when she completed her degree in Physiotherapy at the University of Toronto. She spent her final year at University of Western Ontario, where she obtained her degree in Kinesiology, specializing in athletic therapy. Cathy was the trainer for both the men and women's track and field team. Cathy has continued to cover many sports tournaments in Vancouver, including the Jericho Future Stars Tournement and the Beach Soccerblast 4 on 4 Tournement. Cathy enjoys running, downhill skiing, weight training and aerobics. In addition to practicing physiotherapy, she is a fitness instructor. Cathy has completed her Part A in Manual Therapy.

Joanne Tishenko, BSc (PT), BHKin
Registered Physiotherapist
Email: joanne@citysportsphysio.com

Joanne graduated from UBC in 2004 with her BScPT after completing a Bachelor of Human Kinetics from Trinity Western University. While at Trinity Western she played varsity basketball. Since obtaining her degree, Joanne has gained significant experience treating a wide range of orthopaedic injuries for all ages and fitness levels, including sport-related sprains and strains, workplace injuries, motor vehicle accidents, postural issues, and general aches and pains. Joanne also has a keen interest in pre- and post-natal care, especially as a new mother herself. She is a certified Fit to Deliver instructor and can help you resolve your aches and pains related to pregnancy and develop an exercise program that meets your current needs. Joanne is a Level 3 trained Manual Therapist with the Orthopaedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association and has worked with local sports teams and at various sporting events/tournaments. When away from the office, Joanne can be found participating in pilates, swimming, hiking, reading and spending time with her young family.

Away on maternity leave.Lindsay Mcleod will be attending to her patients.

Lindsay McLeod, MPT, BHKin
Registered Physiotherapist
Email: lindsay@citysportsphysio.com

Lindsay completed a Masters of Physiotherapy from The University of Sydney, Australia after graduating with a Bachelor of Human Kinetics (Exercise Science) from The University of British Columbia. She has an interest in sport injuries and injury prevention. Lindsay is involved in both club and provincial level rugby and has experience with the St. Ives Rugby Club in Sydney, Australia, the Meraloma Rugby Club in Vancouver and the 2010 U19 Womens and 2011 U20 Womens BC Rugby team during the National competition. Lindsay has completed the Discover Physio Series with Diane Lee and Linda Joy Lee, practicing with the Integrated Systems Model for Pain and Disability. This system helps identify areas of the body that are functioning non-optimally which may account for pain or dysfunction in other parts of the body. For example, a neck or shoulder problem contributing to long standing, unexplained low back pain. Lindsay is also a Program Candidate of Sport Physiotherapy Canada credential program through the Canadian Physiotherapy Association (CPA), currently enrolled in both the Certificate of Anatomical Acupuncture through the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute (AFCI), the Orthopaedic Manual Levels through the Orthopaedic Division of CPA.

Meredith Murdoch, MScPT, BScHKin, CAFCI
Registered Physiotherapist
Email: meredith@citysportsphysio.com

Meredith graduated from the University of Toronto with a Master of Science in Physiotherapy, after completing an Honours degree in Human Kinetics from the University of Ottawa. She is actively involved in continuing education and is currently obtaining her levels in manual therapy through the Orthopaedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association. As well, Meredith has been certified to practice acupuncture through the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute (AFCI). She has a special interest in treating sports injuries and other orthopaedic conditions. Meredith likes to focus her treatments on manual therapy and exercise and enjoys incorporating acupuncture into her treatments.

Massage Therapy

Jessica Whidden, RMT
Registered Massage Therapist
Email: jessica@citysportsphysio.com

Jessica was introduced to Massage Therapy after suffering a debilitating back injury while playing competitive Women’s Rugby. At the time she was completing her second year in Human Kinetics and felt such a strong pull towards Massage Therapy that she put the completion of her degree on hold and started her studies at the West Coast College of Massage Therapy. Throughout her schooling Jessica kept her ties with the B.C. Rugby community as both a player and Therapist. Jessica graduated in 2005 after completing her case study on Chronic Headaches due to Posture. Since graduation Jessica has had the pleasure of helping many elite athletes reach their goals. Jessica also treats patients with chronic headaches, back pain and has a special interest in Women’s Health Issues. Treatments involve hands on Therapeutic techniques as well as patient education on maintenance and prevention. Currently Jessica is studying to become a Registered Acupuncturist and will combine her knowledge of Western and Eastern treatment Philosophies.

Lucas Scrivener, BSc (Kin)
Registered Massage Therapist
Email: lucas@citysportsphysio.com

Lucas graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in 2005 and has been practicing in the lower mainland since. He joined City Sports & Physiotherapy Clinic in 2008. He has continued to expand his knowledge through further training in the area of myofascial release. Lucas also completed a degree in Kinesiology at the University of Victoria in 2000. Lucas sees massage as an important part of healthy living for much of his life. Health problems in his early twenties gave him a greater understanding of the need for rehabilitation and the role that touch plays in helping the body return to optimal function. While he is interested in all forms of massage, his primary techniques as a practitioner focus on fascial and deep tissue techniques. He also focuses on postural realignment and works with his clients to create better habits to avoid chronic pain patterns. He has a high level of interest in sports and has always taken great enjoyment from the challenges it offers. His first love is soccer and he continues to compete. Lucas also enjoys baseball, golf, softball, basketball and rugby. He is also a fanatic about most professional sports and enjoys live games as often as possible. His other interests include movies, photography, live music, trivia and crossword puzzles.

Rehab Training

Elisse Miki, BSc. Kin
Certified Rehabilitation/Personal Trainer/Resistered Kinesiologist
Email: info@citysportsphysio.com

Elisse Miki has over 6 years education and experience in fitness training. She has completed her Bachelors Degree in Kinesiology from the University of British Columbia and her diploma in Physical Education from Langara College. She is also certified in personal training, weight training, athletic training, and spin instruction. She is currently working as a rehabilitation therapist, in addition to her personal training, treating individuals suffering from motor vehicle accidents, sports related injuries, and general muscular imbalances. Elisse is also recognized by Sport Med BC in injury assessment/prevention and certified as an athletic taper having completed the BC Sports Aid Program. Elisse enjoys running, swimming, horseback riding, hiking, camping, and more recently ice hockey. One of her goals for 2009 is to improve her previous time in the Scotiabank Half Marathon!