Our Clinic Team

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  Patricia Martel
  Physiotherapist - PT, BHK, M.Sc.PT

  Speaks: English, French

  Patricia Martel, MSc in Physiotherapy Patricia graduated from the University of Ottawa with a Bachelor’s degree in Human Kinetics and a Master’s in Physiotherapy. She has also obtained several certifications in dry needling, including Intramuscular stimulation “IMS” with Kinetacore and Acupuncture with the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute. She has experience working with various age groups and orthopaedic conditions such as repetitive strain injuries, post fracture, post-surgical, rotator cuff tears, arthritis, low back dysfunctions, motor vehicle accidents, and more. Patricia’s treatment approach focuses on a thorough assessment, setting goals with her clients, correcting movement dysfunctions, and empowering her clients to achieve recovery and return to function. In her practice, Patricia uses an evidence-based approach that is tailored to the individual needs of her patients. She has found excellent results using a combination of various manual therapy techniques (such as joint mobilizations, dry needling, cupping therapy, soft tissue release techniques, and taping) in combination with health education and personalized corrective exercise programs to promote long-term recovery. Patricia is passionate about physical health and wellness and stays active in the Physiotherapy community by staying up-to-date on best-practice methods in the field through several professional development activities, including Kinetacore, Evidence in Motion and The Advance Physical Therapy Institute.
  
  
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  Sara Burnet Smith
  Physiotherapist - PT

  Speaks: English

  Sara has been working in outpatient orthopaedic practice for 30 years. She has many years experience treating soft tissue injuries, fractures, post-surgical, post-injury (motor vehicle accident or work related), arthritis, irritated or herniated discs in the neck and back, and dysfunctions. She has done numerous continuing education courses including manual therapy and acupuncture. She is committed to providing excellent client-centered care to her patients in a friendly welcoming environment focused on rehabilitating patients with a programme based on individual needs.
  
  
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  Debra Rimes
  Patient Coordinator

  Speaks: English

  Deb is a Physiotherapist Assistant and a Patient Coordinator working at many pt Health clinics across the GTA. She loves working with people, helping them achieve their goals and improve their quality of life. She also enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking & cross country skiing and recently have started kickboxing. Before her time at pt Health, Deb was a Fitness Trainer where she helped clients achieve their fitness goals. She obtained her Medical Office Certificate in 2012 and joined pt Health as a Patient Coordinator shortly after in 2013. Since Deb has continued her education and obtained the certification needed to become a Physiotherapy Assistant.
  
  

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