Springbank Physiotherapy - pt Health

Our Clinic Team

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  Tamara Bernardi
  Physiotherapist - BSc Kin, MPT, GradCert Pelvic Health

  Speaks: English

  Tamara completed her Bachelor of Science, Honours Kinesiology in 2004 at the University of Waterloo. She completed her Master of Physiotherapy from the University of Queensland in 2008 and spent 13 years living and working on the East and West coasts of Australia. Tamara has experience treating a variety of conditions from children to elite athletes. In 2012 she discovered a passion for pelvic health, completing post graduate courses in pelvic health before obtaining a post graduate certificate in Continence and Women’s Health from Curtin University. Tamara treats a wide range of both Female and Male pelvic floor conditions, with a special interest in pre/postnatal, the female athlete, cancer rehabilitation and men’s health. Tamara is also a certified Pilates instructor, utilizing mat and reformer-based exercises as an adjunct to her physiotherapy treatment. Tamara believes that movement is medicine and provides individualized, one-on-one treatment plans including manual therapy, acupuncture, exercise and education to help each person achieve their rehabilitation goals.
  
  
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  Abha Mapara
  Physiotherapist - OIEPB, MSc., B.P.T.

  Speaks: English, Hindi, Punjab, Gujrati

  Abha Graduated from Bachelors of Physiotherapy from India in 2010 and went on to pursue MSc. Physiotherapy from Queen Margaret University, Scotland with a scholarship in 2012. She recently completed Bridging Program from University of Toronto. Since then, she has worked extensively in India, UK and Canada. She has a keen interest in field of geriatrics, pediatric disabilities as well as orthopedics. She believes in empowering her patients with education about their condition so that they can make the best choices. She prides herself in evidence based practice that has patient’s goals at heart of the treatment plan. She continues to take short courses to keep updating her skills as a physiotherapist. In her spare time she loves to explore trails, grow vegetables, bake and learn recipes from around the world
  
  
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  Amanda Sutton
  Massage Therapist - RMT

  Speaks: English

  Amanda is a graduate of The National institute in Brampton Ontario, who is passionate about the effectiveness of massage therapy as an alternative form of health care. Amanda utilizes a variety of of modalities during treatment, including deep tissue, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, Cupping, Hot stone, Lymphatic drainage, Dr. Wu’s head massage, stretching/strengthening. She has Experience treating patients with chronic pain, overuse conditions, Whiplash, fibromyalgia, headaches, nerve impingement syndromes, as well as sports related Injuries. Amanda is a registered member of the Collage of Massage Therapist Of Ontario.
  
  
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  Courtney Aubin
  Pedorthist - C.Ped(C)

  Speaks: English, French

  As the newest Foot by Foot Associate, Courtney Aubin, a Canadian Certified Pedorthist, is excited to provide patients with a better quality of life by providing expert advice and quality services and products to help people stay active and work comfortably. She is professional, engaging, enthusiastic and passionate about what she does. Courtney has dedicated her career to customizing an optimal treatment option for each and every patient. She has a special interest in using her education, experience and artistic skills to improve biomechanical gait and posture abnormalities in children and adults, as needed. In her down time, she loves playing and watching sports, particularly volleyball, and enjoys crafting and watching movies.
  
  
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  Morgan Sullivan
  Physiotherapy Assistant

  Speaks: English

  Morgan is currently a student working towards completing his Honours Kinesiology degree at the University of Western Ontario. From a young age, Morgan had a fondness for exercise, especially running and soccer. In high school, Morgan and his team won an OFSAA cross country title. It was Morgan’s cross-country coach, a Western Kinesiology Alumni, that inspired him to pursue a path in Kinesiology and movement science. Since then, Morgan has found a growing passion for Kinesiology and rehabilitation therapy. After Morgan finishes his undergraduate degree, he wants to complete a Masters in physiotherapy. Morgan has completed courses in topics such as human anatomy, physiology, and athletic injuries. He is also certified in a manual therapy technique called Soft Tissue Release and holds two certifications in Kinesiology Taping techniques. Morgan works alongside the physiotherapists in the clinic and is guided by their treatment plans to help every person reach their goal.
  
  
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  Andy Herod
  Physiotherapist

  Speaks: English

  Andy graduated from Western University with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. This was followed by a flight over to Australia to obtain his Master's in Physiotherapy at Griffith University in Gold Coast. He focuses on injuries related to all areas of the body both surgical/non-surgical, neurological, and chronic in nature. He believes an individualized 1-on-1 treatment approach is the key to every patient’s success. When not at work, Andy loves exploring different sites within and outside of Canada. He enjoys staying active playing basketball, hiking, and camping at the various beautiful parks around the province.
  
  
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  Gloria Marquez
  Physiotherapist Assistant

  Speaks: English

  Gloria graduated from TriOs College in 2018 and received her Diploma as a Physiotherapy Assistant. After graduating she began to work right away and is very happy to be part of the Springbank Physiotherapy - pt Health team. Taking every opportunity, Gloria continues her training by completing her BSN Medical: Level 1 & 2 Advanced Neuro-Proprioceptive Taping Certificate. Gloria is enthusiastic in supporting her team and clients in their goals to recovery. Among other skills, Gloria speaks fluent Spanish.
  
  
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  Ann Jurasek
  Massage Therapist - RMT

  Speaks: English

  Ann graduated from the Massage Therapy Program at Fanshawe College in 2018 and became Registered with the CMTO in October of that year. Ann decided to become a Massage Therapist because of its ability to help clients by improving overall wellness by decreasing stress, relieving pain and increasing relaxation. She understands that each client has different needs and abilities, and so she individualizes each treatment for her clients based on their needs, to give them the best results possible. Ann provides a variety of techniques tailored to meet each clients needs, such as deep tissue, trigger point therapy, fascial work and Swedish massage techniques.