MEET OUR TALENTED TEAM

Our goal at Peak Physio & Sports Rehab is to make your treatments as efficient and convenient as possible. That’s why we offer a team of multidisciplinary health practioners to provide a fully integrated approach to your health.

Dr. Philip Ip, DC
Dr. Philip Ip, DCChiropractor and Acupuncture Provider
Dr. Philip Ip graduated from Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (2013) with a Doctorate of Chiropractic and McMaster University (2008) with a Bachelor of Medical Radiation Sciences. He has experience working in a multidisciplinary setting, providing interprofessional care amongst family physicians, orthopaedic surgeons, physiotherapists, massage therapists and other healthcare professionals. He has treated a variety of clients over the years with conditions such as sport injuries, disc injuries, postural conditions, post-surgical rehabilitation, etc.

Philip uses a variety of skills and techniques to deliver effective and efficient treatment plans, including but not limited to: diversified chiropractic adjustments, manual therapy techniques, active rehabilitation, clinical acupuncture, mobility work, etc. He educates each client and works with them to achieve their overall health and wellness goals, allowing them to be at their very best.

During his spare time, Philip continues to be an advocate of health. He enjoys going to the gym, rock climbing, cycling and sleep because as we know, sleep is one of the most important necessities for our health and often gets taken for granted!

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Vanessa Pontes, PT
Vanessa Pontes, PTRegistered Physiotherapist
Vanessa is a graduate of the University of Toronto with a Master’s degree in Physiotherapy. She specializes in assessing and treating a variety of orthopaedic injuries including but not limited to neck and back pain, postural dysfunction, and sport or workplace injuries.

She believes in a patient-centered approach to develop and implement specific treatment plans to help patients get moving in pain free ranges. Her treatment methods include a combination of manual therapy and mobilization techniques in addition to specific exercises and patient education. She is an avid lifelong learner and plans to take courses in Mackenzie (MDT) Therapy and Soft Tissue Release to further her skills.

In her free time, Vanessa enjoys spending time with friends, travelling, and taking walks through her favourite place in Toronto, High Park. She loves staying active by playing volleyball and doing zumba classes.

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Robert Bryce, PT
Robert Bryce, PT Physiotherapist
Robert completed a Human Kinetics degree at The University of Guelph before moving to London, England to complete a Master’s degree in Physiotherapy. He has an extensive background working in a variety of rehabilitation settings including hospitals, high-performance gyms and outpatient clinics. He has worked directly with patients suffering from a wide range of conditions such as strokes, MS, Parkinson’s, and vertigo, as well as respiratory conditions and musculoskeletal injuries.

In addition to his expertise in exercise prescription and movement, Robert is developing his skills in both manual therapy and neurological rehabilitation. With a passion for movement and physical activity, Robert enjoys collaborating with his patients to create functional programs to benefit their holistic health.

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John Brubacher, PT
John Brubacher, PTPhysiotherapist
John Brubacher is a physical therapist with over 20 years of experience. He graduated from Queen’s University and additionally has been complimented by his paramedic training at Conestoga College. He have practiced in orthopaedics, sports medicine and emergency medicine. As an experienced professional, John’s philosophy is to provide quality of care with the best treatment options.

Outside of work, John’s interests include sports and fitness. His passion for skiing has allowed him to be a ski patroller, and a Track 3 ski instructor for disabled children. His keen interest in martial arts has allowed him to experience injuries in ways that other clinicians may not.

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Dr. Harriet Lee, DC
Dr. Harriet Lee, DCChiropractor and Acupuncture Provider
Dr. Harriet Lee graduated from Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College with a Doctorate of Chiropractic, and from the University of Toronto with a Bachelor of Kinesiology.

Dr. Lee has worked in various multi-disciplinary clinics and values collaborative, patient centered care. She enjoys working with individuals dealing with any and all issues. At the end of the day, her goal is to make a difference regardless of how big or small it may be. Whether it’s helping someone regain their strength to return to an activity that they enjoy, or for a parent/grandparent who wants to keep up with their loved ones.

She is all about reaching those aspirations together while sharing some laughs along the way!

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Dr. Nicholas Cheng, DC
Dr. Nicholas Cheng, DCChiropractor
Dr. Nicholas Cheng is a graduate of the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College located in Toronto, Ontario. Prior to this, he was a student at the University of Waterloo’s School of Public Health and Health Systems, majoring in Health Studies with a minor in Gerontology (co-operative program). His broad work experience at hospitals, government organizations, and healthcare facilitates deepened his passion for helping others.

As an evidence-informed practitioner who aims to work together with his patients as a team, Dr. Cheng creates individualized treatment plans that takes into account the latest medical and scientific research, along with his patient’s goals, preferences, and values.

Dr. Cheng’s approach involves hands-on techniques such as chiropractic adjustments, soft-tissue techniques, acupuncture, exercise rehabilitation, and most importantly, education.

Dr. Cheng aims to use these skills to create a lasting and meaningful impact for his patients.

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John Yu
John YuRegistered Massage Therapist (RMT)
John graduated from the Sutherland-Chan program in 2004. During his post-graduate training, he took many courses with the Barral Institute for treating organ and nervous system issues. Over the years, John has treated a wide variety of clients and has seen everyone from athletes to pre-natal clients.

In addition to Swedish and sports methods, John applies fascial and neural techniques to treat conditions such as headaches, concussions, digestive issues and pelvic pain. By observing the body’s tissue as system of connected chains, he finds that it is often easier to discover weak links that are the source of pain.

Because of his experience in the field, John strongly believes that the ideal therapeutic method is to make sure all the segments of the connective tissue are properly connected, moving well and bear the loads required of them. A person is only as strong as their weakest link, and finding the root cause in these systems can bring many long term benefits: By addressing all the relevant tissue a person can perform, move and live better.

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Dr. Cameron MacIntyre ND, BSc
Dr. Cameron MacIntyre ND, BScNaturopathic Doctor (ND)
Cameron is a graduate from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto. Prior to his doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, Cameron completed his Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Chemistry at Wilfrid Laurier University.

Cameron utilizes an evidence-based approach to help his patients meet their health goals. He provides a range of modalities including nutraceuticals, botanicals, lifestyle counselling, nutrition, acupuncture and electrotherapy to address his patients’ concerns. He has experience in a wide range of chronic health conditions including weight loss, pain management, insomnia, gastrointestinal disorders, stress, anxiety, fatigue, joint pain and various musculoskeletal conditions.

He is committed to finding the root cause of disease to help his patients have an optimal quality of life. In his free time Cameron enjoys a wide range of activities including tennis, running, strength training, golf, skiing and spending time at the family cottage.

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Likai Yao R.TCMP, R.AC
Likai Yao R.TCMP, R.ACTraditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner and Acupuncturist
Likai,Yao, a registered Acupuncturist, and Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner, graduated from Toronto School of Traditional Chinses Medicine Institution (TSTCMI) She has always been inspired by traditional Chinese Medicine since she grows up in a family with TCM background. She is hardworking and enjoys helping people.
Likai has excellent knowledge in Chinese traditional medicines. She is able to identify the sign and symptoms and provides the suitable treatment. Likai has excellent skills in acupuncture and Chinese medical therapy such as acupressure, cupping, moxibustion, Guasha, and Chinese tuina. Based on feedback from patients, all her treatments show remarkable results.

She has been working with patients experiencing pain syndrome like arthritis, tendonitis, sprain, strain, skin conditions – emotional disorder like anxiety, depression, irritability, stress – gynecopathy like fertility, PMS, irregular menstruation, headache, nausea, vomiting, allergies/ osteoarthritis/ chronic pain, often in the neck, back, knees, and head/ hypertension/ insomnia/ menstrual cramps and PMS/ morning sickness/ strokes.

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Caroline Seto
Caroline Seto Registered Massage Therapist (RMT)
Caroline Seto graduated from Sutherland-Chan Teaching School in 2007. She has over 13 years experience in treating a variety of conditions through massage therapy. She has a keen interest in all aspects of massage therapy treatments and continually updates her techniques. Commonly treated conditions include sciatica, headaches, and tennis elbow, just to name a few!

Caroline is currently pursuing a certification in cranial sacral therapy. This therapy would work in conjunction with Massage Therapy to provide optimal results for her clients.

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Cathy Umbriaco
Cathy UmbriacoRegistered Massage Therapist (RMT)
Cathy has been an RMT for 20 years, graduating from Centennial College.

Through her love of the profession her goals are always to work with clients to treat and help them achieve their optimal health goals by decreasing stress, decreasing pain and helping her clients heal from injury.

She specializes in Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, pre and post natal massage and sports massage.

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Diane Findlay
Diane FindlayMedical Aesthetician & Laser Specialist
With over 20 years in the industry Diane believes in treating the skin according to each patient’s Fitzpatrick analysis. Each treatment is carefully customized to achieve the best results.

Diane has treated a variety of skin types and concerns and has used a variety of techniques such as; laser – IPL therapy, laser hair removal, needling irrigation, chemical exfoliation, hydra facials and diamond microdermabrasion.

Diane is also trained in medi – pediceuticals and provides foot care including treatments for ingrown nails, callus and wart care.

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Ellie Farabad RD
Ellie Farabad RDRegistered Dietician
Ellie is a Registered Dietician who graduated from the University of South Australia in 2015. She has a Persian background and can fluently communicate in English and Farsi. Before immigrating to Canada in 2019, Ellie was practicing as a dietician in Australia for 5 years. Her journey towards becoming an accredited dietician has shown her dedication and a true passion for her profession. She explains that “there is nothing more exciting than being a dietician who can help patients speed the recovery process, prevent and manage chronic diseases, and maintain a healthy lifestyle.”

Ellie has a special interest in gastrointestinal dietetics, such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Pancreatitis, Cancers of the gastrointestinal tract, and Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis). She also enjoys helping people plan for their weight loss journey and meet their individual goals. She has a very good reputation for helping people manage blood sugar levels and prevent the development of diabetes complications. With a variety of nutrition resources personalized to your needs and lifestyle, she can help you feel healthier and get the most out of your life.

Ellie can help with the following nutrition related health issues:

IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
Coeliac Disease
Nutrition & Cancer
Nutrition Check-Up
Weight Management
Diabetes and sugar management

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Elaine Nestor
Elaine NestorYoga Instructor
Elaine Nestor is the Rehab & Wellness Clinic yoga instructor.

She provides many benefits to patients in the clinic such as protection and recovery from injury, increased muscle strength and tone, posture, improved respiration, energy, vitality, as well as teaching meditation calming and releasing the mind techniques.

She is a friendly, devoted and hard-working yoga instructor with a passion for helping people and always does what she can to make people feel better with their bodies and mind, and enlighten their day.

Elaine completed her 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training certificate in 2014 on a Greek island. She will be specifically working with our injured patients in a rehabilitation program to improve injuries. She is a well-rounded yoga instructor. Having experiences teaching people of all ages, from teaching children to the elderly. She has taught yoga in corporate work offices allowing people to let go of stress from their hectic work days and release body tensions. She has also worked in a yoga studio environment at a yoga tree, children in a daycare and kids camps, and private one on one lessons. The private lessons are so amazing to individually create a routine to specially help a patients injuries and give the most in depth lessons.

When not assisting patients at our clinic, Elaine’s hobbies include hot yoga, hiking, fitness, and traveling.

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Ada Kate Wight
Ada Kate WightOsteopathic Practitioner
Ada Kate is a graduate of the Canadian Academy of Osteopathy (CAO) in Hamilton Ontario, where she received her Master in Practice Diploma of Osteopathic Manipulative Sciences (M.OMSc) and she is a great enthusiast of all things outdoors. She has a keen interest in wellness in general, beginning with a life long yoga practice and a deep respect for the potential of the body.

The principles of osteopathy speak to the body’s ability to self heal and self regulate under the right conditions and Ada Kate wants to support patients through individualized care that is appropriate for that person, at that moment. Supporting/improving quality of life and feeling well prepared for whatever the future holds are key goals in Ada Kate’s approach to osteopathy. She wants patients to feel empowered and informed about their bodies, and as such endeavors to include that education in her treatment room.

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Edan Tasca RP
Edan Tasca RPRegistered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Edan started his career in psychology as a writer and editor for Multi-Health Systems Inc., a major publisher of psychological assessments. Since completing a master’s degree in counseling psychology in 2016, he’s joined the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and has been working with patients from the general population as well as patients of motor vehicle accidents who’ve suffered significant trauma and resultant PTSD. When he isn’t obsessing over his fantasy baseball team, he’s either watching boxing or working out in the hopes of one day being half as fit as a boxer.
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Arrian Paiso
Arrian PaisoMedical Office Assistant
Arrian graduated as a Medical Office Assistant at Medix Scool and has 13 years of experience in the customer service industry.

Always working in a team environment, she has learned a lot of necessary skills to provide the best possible service. She is hardworking, kind and always eager to expand her knowledge.

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