Health First Rehab
Etobicoke Staff

OLEKSANDR
Osteopath/RMT

Fagun Patel
Physiotherapist

 FAHAD ANSARI
Physiotherapist

DOROTHY KAZULA
Acupuncturist

HARRY BARTLOME
Massage Therapist

Regina Pastrana
Massage Therapist

IRA
Massage Therapist

Dr. Stephanie Bionda
Naturopath

Iffat Shah
Osteopath

Igor Steiman
Chiropractor

OLEKSANDR
Osteopath/RMT

Oleksandr is both a Massage Therapist and an Osteopathic Manual Practioner. He is registered with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario, Registered Massage Therapists’ Association of Ontario and the Ontario Federation of Osteopathic Professionals. His goal is to facilitate healing and wellness by helping the body to be more structurally aligned by practicing massage and osteopathy in adults, infants and children. Oleksandr is knowledgeable in various techniques of massage and osteopathic therapies, including neuromuscular techniques, orthopaedic massage, myofascial release techniques, craniosacral therapy, visceral therapy and manual lymphatic drainage. He specializes in treating back pain, frozen shoulders, knee pain, headaches, migraines, dizziness, nausea, digestive problems (IBS, Crohn’s disease, gastro intestinal), respiratory problems, peripheral nerve problems (sciatic pain, thoracic outlet syndrome, carpal tunnel syndrome) irritability and problems of balance to name a few. He has extensive knowledge of anatomy, body structure and function of the human body and this enables him to provide his clients with feedback about their body and how to improve their well being using different methods of exercise and diet. Oleksandr would like the opportunity to begin your journey towards optimal health.

DOROTHY KAZULA
Acupuncturist

Dorothy Kazula B.Sc., Doctor of Acupuncture. After receiving her B.Sc from the University of Toronto, Dorothy completed a 4-year Chinese Medicine program at The Michener Institute in Toronto, Ontario. Compelled to be immersed in the origins of Chinese medicine Dorothy pursued post-graduate studies at the Xi’an T.C.M. Hospital in Xian, China.

Dorothy treats many different conditions ranging from musculoskeletal disorders to women’s reproductive wellness including enhancing fertility, pregnancy, birth and postpartum care. Working in collaboration with other health professionals such as physicians, naturopaths and physiotherapists Dorothy is able to provide comprehensive care for her clients.

Patients come to me feeling stressed, helpless and unaware of their body and its processes. After we begin treatment they start to feel confident and more in control and begin to make better choices that influence their health and well-being. Making a difference in people’s lives is the most rewarding aspect of my job.

Credentials:

  • Graduate of The Michener Institute (Toronto, Ontario) 2003
  • Member of the Chinese Medicine Association of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese
  • Member of The Canadian Society of Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture

Specialized TCM Training:

  • Acupuncture in Pregnancy & Childbirth; training with Debra Betts
  • Motor Point Acupuncture
  • Facial Rejuvenation

Languages Spoken: English & Polish

NISHA MODI
Physiotherapist

Nisha is a Registered Physiotherapist in Ontario. She obtained her Masters of Physiotherapy in musculoskeletal disorders in 2013 and works with many types of patients, including Post- Surgical conditions and any type of musculoskeletal injuries. She has a passion for helping patients, while empowering them to contribute to their own healing. She takes time to find the root of a patient’s problem and then together creates a plan to address the immediate concern, as well as enhance daily living after rehabilitation and prevent recurrences. She keeps herself updated with ongoing research in Physiotherapy. She speaks English, Hindi, and Gujarati.

View my profile on Lumino Health: https://luminohealth.sunlife.ca/en/health-care-provider-profile/physiotherapist/the-health-first-group-wellness/nisha-modi-679140-670631/

Dr. MICHELLE SALGA
Naturopath

Dr. Michelle Salga, affectionately called “Dr. Mishka” is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor certified in bio-identical hormone therapy. She has a special interest in correcting hormone imbalances and works with a team of nurse practitioners to give her patients optimal care. Hormonal concerns such as menopause, thyroid imbalances, polycystic ovarian syndrome, infertility, low testosterone, low libido, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, post partum hormonal deficiencies and
menstrual disorders are simply a few common health concerns that are treated in her office successfully. She is also certified in cosmetic rejuvenation acupuncture.

Dr. Salga treats health concerns of all kinds varying from digestive disturbances, chronic fatigue, skin problems and depression/anxiety. She treats patients of all ages as well. Being a naturopathic doctor she uses natural treatments such clinical nutrition, herbs, homeopathy, acupuncture and supplementation to correct the health problem and possible nutritional deficiencies. Dr. Salga investigates why the health problem is occurring and how it can be fixed by the most gentle means possible. The aim is to reverse the health disorder before it may lead to something more serious.

Dr. Michelle understands that the health care system has its limitations. She is happy to work collaboratively with your medical doctor to provide you with complete care to ensure nothing gets missed and that you are able to communicate your concerns and be heard.

Dr. Salga is a very personable doctor who enjoys listening to her patients. She is an experienced naturopathic doctor who finds it very rewarding to help her patients lead the healthy life they want to live.

 FAHAD ANSARI
Physiotherapist

Fahad did his Bachelor of Physiotherapy in 2006 and completed his Master of Physiotherapy in Neuro musculoskeletal later in 2009. He has over 15 years of experience in rehabilitating patients with Musculo-skeletal Neurological conditions. His practice primarily involves dealing with Musculoskeletal .His special interests include shoulder and low back issues. FAHAD strongly believes in Evidence based practice and emphasis on patient education regarding their condition, self-management strategies and prevention of recurrence.  Fahad has excellent Manual Therapy skills.  He works towards recovery of your functional goals.

View my profile on Lumino Health: https://luminohealth.sunlife.ca/en/health-care-provider-profile/physiotherapist/the-health-first-group-wellness/fahad-ansari-686837-670631/

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