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Health Professionals - Welcome to Wellness
Family Chiropractic
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Dr.
Phil Smith, D.C.
Dr. Phil, husband, and father of two children, is a
highly respected health and wellness authority,
athletic, ergonomic and nutritional consultant, speaker
and chiropractor. He is a co-author of the best seller
“The World’s Best Kept Health Secret Revealed”. His
articles have appeared in golf and other sports
magazines. He has made numerous health expert
appearances on radio and television. He has been
involved in research with chiropractic and performance
enhancement. His mission is to lead by example and to
offer corrective and compassionate chiropractic care and
lifestyle guidance on your journey to lifelong wellness.
Dr. Smith studied Human Biology at the University of
Guelph and Chiropractic at the Canadian Memorial
Chiropractic College, both schools in Ontario, Canada.
Dr. Smith has practiced chiropractic in Whitby/Oshawa,
Ontario since 1993 where he has helped thousands of
adults, children and families achieve a life of
wellness.
Dr.
Phil has played several competitive sports such as
soccer where he represented Canada and varsity golf. He
has provided chiropractic care to hundreds of
professional athletes including PGA tour pros at Glen
Abbey and professional soccer and curling teams. He
also enjoys coaching his children’s sports teams. You
can find out more about Dr. Phil at:
www.corporatewellnessadvantage.com.
Email: Dr.
Phil Smith
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Dr.
Jason Taylor, B.Sc., B.P.H.E., DC
Prior to receiving his Doctor or Chiropractic degree
from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in 2001,
Dr. Taylor studied at Queen's University in Kingston ,
Ontario . He obtained a Bachelor of Science (majoring in
Health and Life Sciences) and a Bachelor of Physical and
Health Education. While at Queen's he was voted graduate
speaker of his faculty, held the position as faculty
School Director and participated in many different
sports. Following graduation from Chiropractic College ,
Dr. Taylor returned to his hometown of Oshawa and has
been practicing in the area ever since.
Dr. Taylor specializes in complete family and sport
Chiropractic care. He sees patients of all ages and
ensures a relaxed experience in a comfortable
environment. Along with Chiropractic, he is also
certified in Acupuncture and Active Release Therapy.
Dr. Taylor has worked with many amateur and professional
athletes, was part of the healthcare team at
the U.S. Ironman Competition in Lake Placid , N.Y. , has
worked with athletes from the Indianapolis Ice
(professional hockey team) in Indianapolis , Indiana and
was part of the healthcare team during the
Molson Game Day Competitions at the ACC. He enjoys
treating athletes of all ages and skill levels, from the
weekend warriors to the marathoners.
When not promoting the wellness lifestyle, Dr. Taylor
lives it. He competes in triathlon competitions. His loving family
and friends are his motivation. Dr. Taylor enjoys giving
back to the community and has done talks in local
schools, in the workplace, at the Running Room and at
various other health facilities in the area. If you are
interested in attending a talk, the office has a weekly
Spinal Health Workshop which we encourage everyone to
attend. See you soon and “Welcome to Wellness”.
Email: Dr.
Jason Taylor
Rushi Shahiwala, Physio
Rushi Shahiwala is graduate from MSU of India in 2000. He has been working as a Physiotherapist in Durham area since 2003. He has extensive clinical experience in diverse setting with problem solving skills. He is dedicated to promote the healing process to maximize life quality and he is a firm believer and follower of evidence based practice. He has an excellent knowledge about Mackenzie, Mulligan, Maitland concept, Kineso Taping – Therapeutic taping, and above all he loves to do soft tissue techniques including ART, Myofascial release, soft tissue release, Muscle Energy, Strain-counter strain, PRRT.
He was recruited as a committee member to set up course (in 2006 ) curriculum of “heath and life style management” program at “ Durham college, Oshawa ”. And also was televised on Roger’s Oshawa channel in 2008 for the interview about “ Health benefits and Risks of playing “ WII” video game”. He has supervised many PT, PTA students and, medical interns.
His excellent client handling skills with his clinical knowledge is an asset to the clinic. When he is not working, he loves the outdoors and travelling. Also he enjoys bicycling, track and field and playing volleyball.
Dr.
Allison Fillatre, B.Sc., N.D
Allison completed his pre-medical studies at The University of Prince Edward Island in Charlottetown in 2005 where he received a four-year Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology and Chemistry. During this time Allison was a medical research assistant and athletic sports assistant for The University of Prince Edward Island and for The College of the North Atlantic. Allison graduated from The Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in North York in 2009 where he completed his post-graduate studies and received a four-year Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine. During this time, Allison worked at the Robert Schad Naturopathic Clinic as an intern for general family practice. In addition to his training, Allison completed a one year Sports Medicine rotation at the Robert Schad Naturopathic Clinic and a one year Infectious Disease rotation at the Sherbourne Health Centre in downtown Toronto treating HIV, AIDS, and Hepatitis C infected patients. Allison has also worked in the medical insurance field for two years as a health interviewer for TD Bank and Hooper-Holmes Canada Limited.
His scope of practice allows him to treat patients using Botanical Medicine, Homeopathy, Clinical Nutrition, Counseling, Lifestyle Modification, Spinal Manipulation, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture, as well as Physical Therapeutic Procedures and Parenteral Therapy (Injections and Intravenous procedures).
Allison believes that as a Naturopathic Doctor, it is his primary objective to aid in the prevention of disease through encouraging a healthy lifestyle and controlling risk factors.
Allison is a North American board certified Naturopathic Doctor who is licensed and registered to practice Naturopathic Medicine in the province of Ontario. He has completed additional examinations in Acupuncture, Minor Surgery, Ethics, and Pharmacology for the state of Arizona and province of Ontario. He is a member of The Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors, Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors, The Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine Alumni Association and has completed his certification as a qualified FirstLine Therapy provider.
Email: Dr.Allison Fillatre
Website: www.drallisonnaturopath.com
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Harmony Reilly-Malanka, RMT
Harmony has worked as the onsite Massage Therapist at
Welcome to Wellness since 2001. She specializes in
sports injury massage, relaxation treatments, motor
vehicle accidents, lymphatic drainage massage and La
Stone Therapy. La Stone Therapy is an incredibly
relaxing experience. Hot and cold stones are used on the
body to reduce tension and inflammation in the muscles.
The heated stones are also incorporated into the massage
strokes. This allows for deep work to remove muscle
tension as well as increased circulation to any problem
areas. The best way to ensure a healthy body in the
future is to take care of it today. Unlike a car, you
can't trade your body in for a newer model when it
starts to break down. A massage acts like a tune up for
the body – it keeps things in good working order so that
injuries are less likely to occur, and old injuries
become less bothersome.
Harmony offers 30, 45, and 60 minute massages. Gift
certificates are available and receipts are provided.
She accepts payment by cash or cheque only.
LET MASSAGE THERAPY BECOME AN INTEGRAL PART OF YOUR
HEALTHY LIFESTYLE.
Brooke Gibson, RMT
Brooke is a Registered Massage Therapist who specializes in Motor Vehicle Accidents, sport injuries and lymphatic drainage. Creating a professional relationship with clients, Brooke utilizes techniques from her studies including Swedish massage to help relax and lengthen muscle tissue. She uses her education and intuition to assist her clients in the most helpful treatment for each client. Since graduating from Trillium College in 2009 she has been enjoying her profession by treating a wide variety of injuries.
Brooke sees massage as a relaxing way to take care of your body, benefiting the circulatory, nervous and muscular systems.
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OUR WELCOME TO WELLNESS FAMILY
CHIROPRACTIC HEALTH ASSISTANT TEAM
Margherita Ignazzitto, Tech C.H.A
Margherita has been part of the Welcome to Wellness Team
since 2003. With her wealth of experience in the
marketing, customer service and chiropractic fields she
is a definite asset and joy to the Welcome to Wellness
Team.
Having a "thirst" for
knowledge, she enjoys the role of Tech CHA has to offer. As a "Techie", Margherita
assists Dr. Phil in examinations, x-ray set-up and
analysis, and is the technical support team at Welcome
to Wellness.
Margherita strongly believes and practices the
"knowledge is power" rule. She enjoys educating
Wellness Members about chiropractic and how it can
transform and help everyone to live a better quality and
quantity of life, naturally.
In her spare time, Margherita enjoys photography,
travelling, hiking, the arts, staying fit, and living a
healthy lifestyle.
Email: Margherita
Diane Andrews, Office Manager, C.H.A.
Diane lives in Ashburn with her husband and
three grown children. Diane feels fortunate to have
found the wonderful world of chiropractic and reaps the
rewards daily through the extra energy she receives from
regular chiropractic adjustments.
As office manager, Diane enjoys putting her
organizational skills to the test. Education is
fundamental at Welcome to Wellness and Diane takes
pleasure in providing the Wellness Members with
beneficial information through monthly newsletters and
"Topics of the Week". She likes working with
patients to provide them with cost-effective and time
saving options so that they can concentrate primarily on
their health and wellness and enjoying life to its full
potential. Even after
raising three children, through their teens and beyond,
Diane has the ability to keep calm in all situations and
doesn't allow stress to become a burden. Life is a
wonderful gift that we have been blessed with.
Don't waste it by "sweating the small stuff". She
enjoys a healthy lifestyle by making healthy eating
choices and keeping fit through regular exercise and
vigorous outdoor work. Diane
has been a very active member of her community for many
years, organizing a variety of community functions.
In her spare time she enjoys gardening, interior design,
reading, golf, volleyball, NASCAR and cheering on the
Raptors, Leafs and Blue Jays.
Email: Diane
Allison Bradley, Public Relations Manager
Allison moved to the Durham Region from
Stratford, ON in 2001 when she attended Durham College
in the Human Services Counseling program. She was
introduced to Dr. Phil and the Welcome to Wellness team
after struggling with migraines and digestion issues.
After visiting Dr. Phil for a year, she was hired as the
Public Relations Manager for Welcome to Wellness and is
in charge of the day-to-day operations of Corporate
Wellness Solutions. She feels that her personal
experience with chiropractic allows her to speak to
people in the community honestly about the benefits of
each adjustment.
When not working hard to promote
the positive aspects of chiropractic and educating the
public about natural health and wellness practices,
Allison enjoys spending time with her husband Erik and
her chocolate lab Guinness. In her spare time, Allison
enjoys gardening, snowshoeing, ice skating, volleyball
and baseball. She is a huge Toronto sports fan and is
quite often off to the big city to catch a game.
Email:
Allison
Chrissy Robertson, Chiropractic Health Assistant
Chrissy
has been a part of the Welcome to Wellness team since
June 2008. Chrissy lives in
Whitby
and enjoys being able to walk to work each day to keep
active.
Chrissy has a mixed academic background that includes an honours
certificate for Foundations in Art and Design (FAD) from
Durham College, Massage therapy courses/training from
Sir Sanford Fleming College, and an
honours
diploma in Medical Office Administration from Durham
College.
Chrissy was blessed to become an Aunt for the first time
in February 2008 and is excited to be blessed twice more
by February 2010.
Email: Chrissy
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