our mission
To provide the community a hub where everyone is welcome and encouraged to interact with our physiotherapists and one another to learn about their body, and how they can strengthen and maintain it so they can live a fit and healthy lifestyle.
We genuinely care about you and your body and are fully committed to providing you with the highest quality of individualized one on one physiotherapy treatment for the full duration of your session whether you have an injury or need to prevent one.
team
Nick Lo MPT, BSc. (Biology), CAFCI, CSCS, MCPA
Nick is a graduate of the University of British Columbia, where he completed his Master of Physiotherapy in 2006 and Bachelor of Science in 2004.
He is a member of the Sport and Orthopaedic Divisions of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association and the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute. He has completed numerous post-graduate courses and is currently working towards his certificate in Advanced Manual and Manipulative Therapy.
He is a certified K-Taping Therapist, a certified Functional Movement Screen Examiner, and has a Level 1 certification from BikeFit Systems to perform expert bike fitting. He is also certified to perform medical acupuncture.
Nick has extensive experience working in a number of clinics throughout Greater Vancouver, helping clients in a variety of orthopaedic and sports-related conditions. He has a special interest working with athletes of all ages, developing sport-specific exercises to prevent re-injury and to facilitate elite performance.
Nick is currently a coach and trainer for the Vancouver Eagles Youth Basketball Club, a Steve Nash Youth Basketball League and a member of Basketball BC. When not in the clinic, he enjoys staying active by weight training in the gym, snowboarding, and playing basketball.
Nick is fluent in English and has a working knowledge of Cantonese.
Jessie Wong MPT, BHK
Jessie completed her Master of Physical Therapy and Bachelor of Human Kinetics at the University of British Columbia. She has been involved in health and fitness industry for 6 years as a personal trainer, swim instructor, and coach for basketball, volleyball and soccer at various levels and ages. She has volunteered for various sporting events such as the Western Canada Crossfit Games and the West Coast Basketball Tournament. Jessie has her level 1 Diploma of Advanced Orthopaedic Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy, and is working towards obtaining her medical acupuncture from the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute.
Jessie has experience in the hospital and community setting while working with patients of all ages with neurological and orthopedic conditions. She enjoys working with all types of clients and believes treatment should be patient centered, individualized and include a combination of manual therapy, exercise therapy, and most importantly, patient education.
When Jessie isn't in the clinic, she is a committed Crossfitter whose choice of equipment is an Olympic bar, a giant tire, and a skipping rope. She also enjoys riding her bike, rock climbing and volleyball.
Jessie is fluent in English and has basic knowledge of Cantonese.
Deanna Bicego MPT, BSC, CAFCI, CERT MANIP PT, MCPA
Deanna is a graduate of the University of British Columbia, where she completed her Masters of Physiotherapy in 2006 and Bachelor of Science in 2003.
She is a member of the Sport and Orthopedic Divisions of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association and the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute.
Deanna has completed numerous post-graduate courses and received her Diploma of Intermediate Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy in 2010. Deanna is also certified with the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute to perform medical acupuncture. She is an avid cyclist and is taking further courses on key concepts of bike fits and treatment of cycling-related injuries.
Deanna enjoys treating all types of patients. Her philosophy of individualized treatments incorporates manual therapy, medical acupuncture, education and exercise prescription. While studying at UBC, Deanna was involved in research on both breast cancer related lymphedema and the effects of exercise on quality of life in women living with breast cancer.
Deanna is an outdoor enthusiast playing competitive women's soccer, cycling on her road bike, snowboarding, running and hiking. Last year she gave triathlons a try and successfully completed the Oliver Half Ironman and Ironman Canada.
Ian Pirie MPT, BSc. (Biology), CAFCI
During his studies of biology at the University of British Columbia Okanagan, Ian became immersed and fascinated with the human body’s ability to respond to all types of physiological stress, including injury. This interest naturally led Ian to his completion of a Master of Physical Therapy degree from UBC. Upon completion of his Masters Ian has received his medical acupuncture certification from the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute, is in his candidacy with Sport Physiotherapy Canada, and has completed level 1 diploma of Orthopedic Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy.
Ian is very active in local athletics as a participant and as a physiotherapist. His interests in human movement and performance combined with his background in both power and endurance sports provide his patients with a level of care that ranges from initial injury management, return to activity, and prevention of injury.
Ian is currently a team Physiotherapist for the Coquitlam Adanacs of the Western Lacrosse association.
Dara Storey MPT, BSc, CAFCI, CERT MANIP PT, CGIMS
Dara is a graduate of the University of British Columbia, where she completed her Masters in Physiotherapy in 2006 and her Bachelor of Science in 2004.
She is a member of the Orthopedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association and Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute.
Dara completed extensive post-graduate training and obtained her Certificate of Intermediate Manual and Manipulative Therapy in 2010. She was certified by the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada to practice medical acupuncture in 2009. Dara has also completed her training in Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) via the Institute for the Study and Treatment of Pain (iSTOP).
Dara welcomes patients of all ages and conditions. She provides individualized treatments, which may include: manual therapy, medical acupuncture, IMS, exercise prescription and education. During her time at UBC, Dara was involved in research on both breast cancer related lymphedema and the effects of exercise on the quality of life in women living with breast cancer.
Dara is passionate about the outdoors and exercise. She plays competitive women’s soccer, runs, cycles on her road bike, swims, snowboards, and snowshoes and loves to hike. She also loves to travel and is always ready to try something new!
Bryan Cervantes MPT, BSc. (Kin), COMT, CGIMS, CAFCI
Bryan graduated with a Master of Physical Therapy degree from the University of British Columbia in 2006.
Since graduation, he has undergone extensive post-graduate training in manual therapy that includes a Certificate of Orthopaedic Manual Therapy offered on the campus of Curtin University of Technology in Perth, Australia. In addition, Bryan has obtained certification to perform medical acupuncture through the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute. He also completed a Bachelor’s of Science in Kinesiology that led him to work in field and office ergonomics.
Bryan has worked in a variety of orthopaedic and sports injury clinics and occupational rehabilitation programs where he has helped clients of all ages with varying orthopaedic and neuromuscular conditions.
Bryan’s interests include traveling which has led him to work as a physiotherapist in Kuwait and Australia.
Besides being bitten by the traveler’s bug, Bryan loves scuba diving, is a fan of sports and enjoys an active lifestyle.
Rachelle Thomas RMT
Rachelle graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in 2009 where she received extensive hands on training in Swedish massage, myofascial release, joint mobilization and trigger point therapy.
In practice, her primary focus is on individual treatment design, based on the personal needs and goals of each patient. She also encourages her patients to optimize mobility and function between treatments, by incorporating better postural habits, as well as strengthening and/or stretching techniques into their daily activities.
Outside of the clinic, Rachelle can be found stretching out on her yoga mat, hiking, cycling or running.
Tru Hartwood RMT
Tru graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in 2001. His goal is to maximize the effectiveness of each session, while minimizing any discomfort during or after the treatment. With over 10 years of experience using massage as an incredibly effective healing modality, Tru is becoming increasingly interested in the more subtle aspects of massage that make it a healing art - more enjoyable, more accurate and efficient, and more in-tune with your preferences and needs. You'll feel the difference experience, intuitive hands, presence, and specificity make, both while you are receiving the massage and after.
Tru enjoys challenging cases, with experience ranging from athletes, to seniors, to post-operation rehab, to pregnancy massage, to trauma survivors.
Outside the clinic, he enjoys providing his three boys with outdoor, athletic, and educational experiences. You're likely to see him with them on a trail, at the pool, at a park, or at Science World or the Aquarium, taking advantage of everything Vancouver has to offer!
Julia Jacobsen RMT
Julia’s diverse educational and training background includes being a Registered Massage therapist, a Bachelors Degree in Kinesiology from the University of British Columbia and a diploma in Sport Science from Douglas College.
As an RMT, Julia believes that utilizing massage therapy can directly lead to physical health improvements and that a hands-on, natural approach can assist people with their pain, whether acute or chronic. She has practiced this approach at a number of volunteer placements including: Summit Health Center; George Pearson Hospital; and at the maternity ward of Royal Columbian Hospital. In addition, Julia is a practicing Kinesiologist where her focus is on assessment, rehabilitation and exercise with a diverse range of clients whom have unique goals and objectives.
In her spare time, Julia enjoys traveling and staying active. Her interests include health and nutrition, fitness competitions, swimming, running, hiking and dancing.