Berwick Physio - pt Health

Our Clinic Team

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  Sarah Bird
  Physiotherapist - BScKin, MScPT

  Speaks: English

  Sarah Bird was born in Happy Valley, Goose Bay, NL, where she lived until she graduated high school in 2006. Sarah attended the University of New Brunswick from 2006 until 2010, where she completed her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. After graduating from UNB, Sarah was accepted into the Physiotherapy program at Dalhousie University. After receiving her Masters of Science in Physiotherapy, Sarah began working in the public health care system working in areas of Cardio-Respiratory, Medicine and Surgery, Cancer care and Orthopedics, including Intensive Care and Intermediate Care. Sarah joined the pt Health team in 2015 doing outpatient orthopedics. She hopes to expand her outpatient care knowledge to include Acupuncture and to improve her skills in exercise prescription. Sarah has most recently completed both the Arthritis Society's Getting a Grip on Arthritis® osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis education program.
  
  
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  Jessie Melanson
  Massage Therapist - RMT

  Speaks: English, French

  Jessie Melanson Is a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) and a graduate from International Complimentary Therapy School. It has always been Jessie’s passion to help others in the community. Now an RMT, she strives to eliminate pain and give her clients improved daily function. Whether you are looking for deep tissue or relaxation Jessie can customize a plan that is suited just for your needs.
  
  
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  Calvin Mills
  Physiotherapist - BKin., MSc.PT-Resident

  Speaks: English

  Calvin is a passionate and motivated therapist who believes that movement is the key to living a healthy and successful life. Through empowering the patient to understand proper movement, Calvin believes patients can learn the tools to not only treat their injuries, but can decrease the chances of them happening again. Calvin treats any patients who are motivated to rehabilitate their injuries and focuses on teaching the patient to take control of their injury. Calvin’s interests include prevention and rehabilitation of athletic injuries, hip, knee and ankle biomechanics and using exercise as medicine. Calvin graduated from Dalhousie University with a Masters in Science- Physiotherapy and also holds a Bachelor of Kinesiology degree from Acadia University. Throughout Calvin’s post secondary experience, he has provided athletic trainer coverage for many sporting teams and organizations in Nova Scotia such as: Acadia Men’s Basketball, UKC Women’s Volleyball and Soccer Nova Scotia.
  
  
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  Jeff Cowley
  Chiropractor - Doctor of Chiropractic, DC

  Speaks: English

  Jeff Cowley is a chiropractor who has recently returned home to Canada from a long stint in the United Kingdom. After earning a degree in history at the University of Alberta, he earned his doctorate of chiropractic at the University of Western States in Portland, Oregon. He’s been practicing for more than a decade since then, mostly in Aberdeen, Scotland specializing in treating sports and occupational injuries. Jeff also enjoyed working at a number of multinational corporations in the oil and gas industry in Aberdeen where he introduced the use of onsite chiropractic care. He is a member of the Canadian Chiropractic Association, the European Chiropractic Union and the Institute for Ergonomics. When he is not working he enjoys outdoor pursuits such as rock climbing and mountain biking and exploring Nova Scotia with his family and labrador.
  
  
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  Hannah Gertridge
  Massage Therapist - Registered Massage Therapist

  Speaks: English

  Hannah is an enthusiastic advocate for the effectiveness and positive benefits massage therapy can have on a patient's life. In her practice, Hannah uses a variety of massage therapy techniques, tailoring her approach to each patient's unique needs.
  
  
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  Helen Fraser
  Patient Coordinator

  Speaks: English

  Helen is originally from Pictou County where she graduated with Office Administration, before making the Annapolis Valley her home. She enjoys meeting people and interacting with clients at pt Health and helping them get the best care possible. In her personal time, enjoys spending time with her family.
  
  
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  Thane Borden
  Occupational Therapist - MSc(OT), BKin

  Speaks: English

  Born and raised in the Annapolis Valley, Thane graduated from Acadia University’s Bachelors of Kinesiology program in 2013, and then continued on to complete his Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy (MScOT) degree from Dalhousie University in 2017. Thane has a strong interest in working with individuals who have had a concussion, as well as continuing to develop as a clinician by pursuing continued education opportunities to serve you better! Beyond work, Thane enjoys spending time hiking with his wife and two dogs, and playing soccer and basketball!
  
  
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  Chelsey Walker
  Occupational Therapist - BScKin, MScOT, OT Reg (NS)

  Speaks: English

  Chelsey is an energetic and passionate Occupational Therapist who strives to facilitate a comprehensive and creative approach to client centred healthcare. Using the latest in clinical knowledge, Chelsey aspires to provide the highest-quality care for her patients to improve their quality of life, regain and maintain independence with their activities, and encourage them to be active participants in their care. Chelsey’s clinical interests include hand therapy, return to work, ergonomics, chronic pain management, and adaptive equipment. Chelsey is keen about continued education and is always looking for opportunities to gain additional training and certifications. Chelsey holds a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from Dalhousie University and a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of New Brunswick. When Chelsey is not working you can find her playing volleyball and golf, baking, or spending time with family and friends.
  
  
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  Beth Boutilier
  Physiotherapy Support Personnel - OTA/PTA Diploma

  Speaks: English

  Beth Boutilier is a 2020 graduate from the Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy program at the NSCC Lunenburg Campus. Originally from Bridgewater, Beth had moved to Wolfville Nova Scotia and joined the ptHealth team. Beth had had experience working with all kinds of different cases in the OTA/PTA field. Now as a recent graduate, it’s Beth’s job to follow the leading Physiotherapist’s care plan and help aide the client into recovery.
  
  
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  Hailey Wilkerson
  Physiotherapist - MScPT, BKin(H)

  Speaks: English, German

  Hailey completed a Master of Science in Physical Therapy (MScPT) degree from the University of Alberta in December 2020. Prior to obtaining her MScPT, Hailey graduated with a Bachelor of Kinesiology (BKinH) with Honours from Acadia University in 2018. Hailey's Honours thesis work focused on concussion reporting behaviours in varsity athletes. Hailey is passionate about creating individualized, exercise-based rehab programs to help her patients return to the activities they enjoy. Hailey has a special interest in pediatrics and chronic pain, and she volunteers with the Chronic Pain Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association. In her free time, Hailey enjoys baking, art, spending time outdoors, and playing with her two cats - Luna and Gemma.