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Roxanne Kwan has been a Registered Massage Therapist since 1998. She has decades of experience treating a wide variety of health conditions. She employs many treatment techniques including deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy and cupping.
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Roxanne is a life-long resident of Durham Region. She enjoys camping, hiking and snowshoeing with her family. Roxanne was previously a competitive badminton player and long distance runner, but due to injuries, she has switched to riding an Elliptigo - ask her about it!
She is also an avid reader and loves to discuss books with her clients.
Education:
Massage Therapy Diploma from The Sutherland-Chan School and Teaching Clinic, 1998
B.A. Kinesiology (Honours) from Western University, 1994
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Roxanne Kwan has been a Registered Massage Therapist since 1998. She has dec...
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Melissa Lester has been practicing in the Pickering area offering a variety of services ranging from relaxation massages to treating acute and chronic injuries. Through years of experience, she has treated various health conditions ranging from anxiety/stress, chronic pain, arthritis, headaches, work related injuries, motor vehicle accident, sports injuries and many more. The treatments consist of a combination of Swedish massage techniques, active and passive stretching, deep tissue massage and trigger point therapy. Each treatment is customized to each individual patient to help them alleviate pain and tension as well as rehabilitate and maintain physical function.
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Over the years as a massage therapist, Melissa has come to realize the importance of continuing education to diversify and provide the best treatments possible. Melissa has completed training in hot stone massage, ultrasound therapy and additional courses in fitness and health. She is always looking to expand her approach with new techniques and complimentary therapies. When Melissa is not treating patients, she enjoys the outdoors, being active and spending time with her two children.
Education
Sir Sandford Fleming College, Massage Therapy program 2005
Fanshawe College, Fitness and Health
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Melissa Lester has been practicing in the Pickering area offering a variety o...
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Dr. Lester is devoted to the rehabilitation and prevention of musculoskeletal conditions. Whether you are a runner suffering from shin splints, an athlete in need of post-surgical rehab, or a weekend warrior with shoulder pain, he will take an evidence-based approach to your therapy and performance needs.
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Since becoming a chiropractor, he has been serving the community of Pickering and the Durham Region as a healthcare professional. He has gained a vast amount of experience treating sports injuries as a team Doctor for various teams in the Durham Region.
As a chiropractor, he enjoys giving back to his profession. Dr. Lester has been an instructor at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC) since 2009. This position allows him to engage with aspiring chiropractors by educating and mentoring the future of the profession. Dr. Lester’s role at CMCC has allowed him to evolve as an educator and a healthcare provider where he currently conducts research that helps shape the profession.
Education
Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College, Doctor of Chiropractic, 2009
Brock University, Masters of Science, 2005
Brock University, Bachelors of Kinesiology, 2003
Contemporary Acupuncture, McMaster University
Active Release Therapy
Graston Techniques
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Dr. Diane Peters has been practicing in the Durham Region for over 10 years and during that time based on votes, she was a two-time recipient of best naturopath in Ajax. Dr. Peters has successfully treated a variety of health conditions, including anxiety, depression, digestive issues, women’s health, and weight management. Her primary goal is to provide an exceptionally welcoming and caring environment for patients to achieve optimal health on all levels (physically, mentally, and spiritually). Services include, but are not limited to, nutritional and lifestyle counseling, botanical medicine, acupuncture, and more.
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Dr. Peters’ quest to combine her love for nature and her natural inclination to connect with and help people live their best life, led her to pre-medical studies at McMaster University. The principles around naturopathic medicine, such as Using The Healing Power of Nature and Treating the whole person and the desire to learn more led to her enrollment at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. Throughout her time as a naturopathic doctor, she has developed a greater appreciation for the tried and true traditional/folk remedies, which is supported by increasing numbers of current evidence-based studies on natural therapies.
Dr. Peters also has a great passion to create using the elements of the earth. Transforming wool into yarn by using her spinning wheel (yes like the one in the movie, Sleeping Beauty) and knitting it into a garment. So, it comes as no shock that she has a love of all things related to sheep. Do not be surprised if you see knitting needles or pictures or ornaments of sheep somewhere in the office!
Education
Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine, Naturopathic Doctor
Bachelor of Life Sciences, Honours, McMaster University
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Dr. Diane Peters has been practicing in the Durham Region for over 10 years a...
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Dr. Schoer is an advocate for evidence-based, patient-centred care. Her approach to treatment includes patient advice and reassurance with a combination of therapies such as joint mobilizations/adjustments, acupuncture, soft tissue therapy, and exercise prescription.
Dr. Schoer is also an advocate for improving community health by leading fall prevention programs, with an emphasis on education and balance exercises, to promote injury prevention and overall quality of life within older adults.
Dr. Schoer graduated Magna Cum Laude from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC). She also holds a Bachelor of Health Sciences (Hons) in Kinesiology, specializing in Exercise Science from Ontario Tech University, and is certified in Integrated Dry Needling.
Dr. Schoer is an advocate for evidence-based, patient-centred care. Her approach to treatment inc...
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Lino is a physical therapist with a keen interest in sport injury prevention and rehabilitation. He completed his degree in Physiotherapy in 2010. He has over ten years of experience rehabilitating a wide range of musculoskeletal and neurological injuries. He is also certified in Acupuncture and Vestibular Rehab.
Lino has grown up playing sports at a competitive level. This experience made him no stranger to injury and in turn, inspired him to pursue a career as a physiotherapist.
His individualized treatment approach works towards reducing pain, improving movement and building strength so you can chase your goals with your body working optimally.
Lino has a keen interest in treatment of all injuries ranging from acute sports injuries to chronic, movement based and posture related injuries.
Lino is passionate about serving patients and utilizes evidence-based treatments involving manual therapy (hands-on treatment), electrotherapy, exercise therapy, therapeutic taping, and patient education as well as acupuncture.
Outside the clinic, you can find him competing in soccer, hiking and playing fetch with his dog.
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Wilson graduated from the Royal College of Massage Therapy and currently holds a good standing as a member of the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario. He has been practicing massage therapy in a variety of health care settings in the GTA.
Wilson is highly experienced in the treatment and prevention of pain and discomfort of the shoulder, neck, lower back and hip. He has pursued further education on deep tissue therapy, reflexology, Tuina, cupping, hot stone massage and hydrotherapy.
Wilson graduated from the Royal College of Massage Therapy and currently holds a good standing as...
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Abby graduated from the Royal College of Massage Therapy and has undergone rigorous education, training, and certification prior to delivering high-quality therapeutic treatment in multidisciplinary and allied health clinics.
She has experience with occupational injuries, sports injuries as well as relaxation massage therapy. Abby provides a blend of traditional eastern techniques with several therapeutic techniques from various modalities to many clients with different needs, such as pregnant mothers; office workers; repetitive stress injuries, shoulder and neck pain, piriformis syndrome, and motor vehicle accidents.
She is eager to help you work through any pain and discomfort, injuries, stress, or other conditions to help you relax, release tension, and achieve your wellness goals.
Abby graduated from the Royal College of Massage Therapy and has undergone rigorous education, tr...
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