Because we at Bonavista Physical Therapy use a team approach, we can ensure you get the care you need. As well, we believe it is important to communicate with your other health care providers to maximize your recovery and limit delays in diagnosis and treatment.
Kari Lambden (Physiotherapy)
Kari graduated from the University of Western Ontario in 1993 with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy and in 1994, she became an owner of Bonavista Physical Therapy Clinic. She has taken numerous post-graduate courses, getting her Certificate of Medical Acupuncture (University of Alberta) in 1998, and the Intermediate Diploma of Advanced Manual and Manipulative Therapy (Part A) in 2005. She became credentialed in the McKenzie Method (MDT) in 2008, and has been doing orthotics for 12 years. Years of competitive mountain bike racing, recreational cross country skiing, swimming and running have made Kari all too familiar with many of the injuries she treats on a daily basis!
Audrey Long (Physiotherapy)
Audrey is kindly referred to as the “back (or neck) lady”. She received her Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Western Ontario in 1984, has since practiced in many different settings and has had exposure to a wide variety of conditions. She especially enjoys the challenge of sorting out neck and shoulder problems, or back and hip problems using the McKenzie Method (www.mckenziemdt.org). In 1993 she traveled to New Zealand to attend the advanced McKenzie course earning a Diploma in Mechanical Diagnosis and Treatment. Audrey now teaches courses on this method to therapists across Canada and in the United States. She has published two research papers in the journal Spine and continues to be involved in clinical research.
Gord Routledge (Physiotherapy)
Gord graduated in 1989 from the University of Alberta with a Bachelor of Science in Rehabilitation Medicine (Physical Therapy) with Distinction. His areas of clinical specialization include Sports Physiotherapy, Acupuncture, Intra-Muscular Stimulation (I.M.S.), and McKenzie Mechanical Diagnosis and Treatment of Spine Disorders. Gord’s career highlights to date include Men’s National Team physiotherapist with Hockey Canada from 1992-94, 1994 Winter Olympics in Lillehammer, Norway, and 1994 World Ice Hockey Championships in Milan, Italy. He spent three years in Sweden working for Leksand Stars in the Swedish Elite Hockey League from 1995-98. Gord is currently part-owner in Bonavista Physical Therapy and Massage.
Merrylee McDougall (Physiotherapy)
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Dana Mitchell (Physiotherapy and Fully Certified STOTT Pilates Instructor)
Dana graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy with distinction from the University of Alberta in 1995. Dana has worked in private practice, orthopaedics, and sports injury clinics and has always had a special interest in core strengthening. That interest has been the drive behind taking advanced Physiotherapy courses and lectures in core strength, core stability and pursuing certification in Pilates. Dana now focuses on core stability, injury prevention, and health promotion through Pilates based therapy. Dana has achieved her advanced Certification levels in STOTT Pilates (Matwork and all equipment) and now offers therapeutic Pilates and Core strengthening in private 1:1 sessions or small group classes through Good 2 the Core Pilates offered at Bonavista Physio. Information available @ www.good2thecore.com
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Susan Higgins (Massage Therapy)
Susan is a Licensed and Registered Massage Therapist who thoroughly enjoys applying her skills to therapeutic massage at Bonavista Physical Therapy and Massage. Her Professional Massage Therapist training from Mount Royal College is supported by a Bachelor degree in Biological Sciences from McGill University. Susan recommends massage therapy to help relieve pain associated with muscle tension as well as the many symptoms resulting from the stress of everyday living. Massage therapy can compliment your physical therapy treatments or stand alone as a therapeutic treatment in its own right. Susan looks forward to seeing you soon at Bonavista Physical Therapy and Massage.
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Erin Guerreiro (Massage Therapy)
Erin is a graduate of the 2,200 hour program at Foothills College of Massage Therapy that included introductions to Aromatherapy, Myofacial Therapy and Craniosacral Therapy. Erin’s case study for graduation focused on Post-natal treatment. Upon graduation in 2002 Erin worked in resorts in the Caribbean for two seasons before returning to Calgary to work in the Physical Therapy setting. This has allowed her the opportunity to blend clinical therapy massage with deep relaxation treatments.Erin has pursued continuing education with the Upledger Institute and completed Craniosacral Therapy level 1 and 2, and looks forward to helping you relieve your aches and pains and to feel better overall.
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Robin Cathro (Massage Therapy)
After spending most of her career in business, Robin was inspired to become a massage therapist to help relieve the stress and muscle tension that come along with our fast-paced lives. She uses techniques ranging from traditional Swedish relaxation strokes to deep tissue/sports massage, carefully adapting every treatment to her client’s specific needs and goals. Robin believes that relaxation, in and of itself, is therapeutic, and works to create deep release with as minimal pain as possible. Robin is a graduate of the 1000 hour program at Foothills College of Massage Therapy and continues to be involved by teaching business and professional development courses there.
Jodi Montgomery (Massage Therapy)
After graduating from the University of Calgary in Athletic Therapy, Jodi completed schooling in both relaxation and therapeutic massage. She then continued to compete with Canada’s National Luge Team for 8 years. Jodi’s over 19 years of therapeutic experience has enabled her to become proficient at resolving a number of issues. Athletic related injuries, headaches, and motor vehicle accident injuries to name a few. Jodi understands the body’s healing process well and is committed to helping her clients recover quickly and completely.
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 Jennie Drinkwater (Office Staff) |
 Sherry Ferrel (Office Staff) |
 Dene McDonald (Office Staff) |
 Caitlin Kearns (Office Staff) |
Our friendly front office staff work hard to ensure your appointments and billings are efficiently taken care of. They can assist you in negotiating your way through extended health benefit insurance, WCB claims, section “B” claims, auto insurance claims, blue cross, veteran affairs, and Alberta health funding claims.
