The Health First Group
Millcreek Staff

I have been registered with the College of Massage Therapist of Ontario (CMTO) since 1999. I was trained at Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy in Toronto completing 2 years program. This 2200-hour program gave me knowledge of anatomy, pathology, neurology and the hand – on techniques.

With my training and years of experience I have worked with number of people and conditions. Many of my patients have been involved in Motor Vehicle Accident. I have experience in a rehabilitation facility for people with MS, cancer, fibromyalgia, TMJ as well as stroke.

I have been involved with some Workers Wellness Program through chair massage for employees, which proved to increase energy and productivity among the workers.

I specialize in deep tissue treatments without the discomfort. I am also comfortable offering relaxation treatments. I believe that quality treatment involves full attentions and commitment from both the therapist and patient. My goal is to meet each patient’s specific needs through one – on – one interaction during treatment session.

My approach to Massage Therapy and sport injury treatments is to promote health and wellness through preventative care. I look forward to helping restore people’s health and well being.

As part of my commitments to excellence, I am continually updating my education by taking courses to enhance my skills as a therapist.

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

Agata is a registered homeopath with the College of Homeopaths of Ontario, and a graduate of the Canadian College of Homeopathic Medicine, the only Canadian school accredited for North America.

She wrote her first book “Homeopathic Pharmacy within your garden” as a part of her “Independent Study Project” and graduated the College with honors degree.  Moreover, during the three years of studies, she received thrilled classical homeopathic education from the top homeopaths in the world like Dr. Joseph Kellerstein, Dr. John Millar or Dr. Paul Saunders.  Currently, she has enrolled in a two-year program “Homeopathic Master Classes” with world-renowned Dr. Farokh Master, MD, Ph.D.

Agata uses a classical homeopathic approach combine with lifestyle changes, like diet or/and exercises that help the patient bring back the equilibrium to the mind and the body.  Trained to use different repertorization techniques she incorporates it in a day to day practice in order to quickly and accurately prescribe the most needed homeopathic remedy and restore the health to the patient lives in the quickest and most gentle way possible.

Tyler is an Osteopathic Manual Practitioner who is dedicated to helping people experiencing pain and suffering from injuries to receive the most effective rehabilitation by providing treatment plans to relieve the chronic or acute pain felt. He began his studies at Memorial University of Newfoundland where he graduated with a degree in Kinesiology. He then decided to pursue a career in Osteopathy after enduring and witnessing people with many injuries and complaints of pain from everyday use of the body. Tyler graduated from the National Academy of Osteopathy in Toronto and is currently studying Doctor of Osteopathy at the National University of Medical Sciences. He specializes in the importance of a pain free lifestyle and making sure the structures of the body are moving and operating freely, in the correct position, which will allow optimal recovery and a healthy life. His treatments aid in the following:

• Back Pain/Neck Pain
• Frozen Shoulders
• Knee Pain
• Arthritis
• Headaches/Migraines
• Digestive Problems
• Sciatic Pain
• TMJ

Tyler helps strengthen a person’s joints, muscles, spine or musculoskeletal framework through joint mobilizations, muscle energy techniques as well as manipulation of fascia and muscle tension. He holds a great deal of knowledge in Cranial-Sacral Therapy as well as Visceral Therapy. Tyler would like the opportunity to begin your journey to a significant decrease in pain experienced and increase in total function.

Dr. Preety Somal is an evidence-based Chiropractor who strives to provide a form of primary care that focuses on the diagnosis, conservative treatment, and the prevention of neuromusculoskeletal complaints. She graduated in 2014 from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College. She is registered with the College of Chiropractors of Ontario and a member of the Ontario and Canadian Chiropractic Associations. She also has a Bachelor of Science degree from Simon Fraser University where she majored in Biological Sciences.

Before joining The Health First Group, Dr. Somal successfully practiced for six years where her focus was on excellent clinical outcomes and patient care. She continues to challenge herself through continuing education and remaining current with the latest research and best practices. Dr. Somal takes on a multidisciplinary approach in the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal injuries. Her focus includes, but is not limited to, mechanical neck and back pain, headaches, and sprain/strain injuries to wrists, elbows, shoulders, and ankles.

She strongly believes in rehab care, helping patients get back to their pre-injury level of health. She strives to ensure patients have a thorough understanding of their condition through ongoing education.

Umang is a Registered Physiotherapist in Ontario, Canada and is in good standing with the College of Physiotherapist of Ontario. With clinical experience over 16 years, he has worked with a variety of Orthopedic, neurological, cardio-respiratory, geriatric and pediatric conditions across clinics and long-term care in Ontario. Over the years he has had successful results with an active approach in treating conditions like:

• Neck Sprain/Strains
• Motor Vehicle Accident
• Work related injuries
• Fractures/ Dislocation
• Arthritis
• Chronic Pain

His treatment plans are based through assessment and focus on the individualneeds of the patient. He incorporates hands-on exercises in treatment to reform the function.

Language spoken: English, Gujarati, Punjabi & Hindi

A qualified physiotherapist with a demonstrable sense of initiative, patience, sensitivity, and tact. My 15 plus year career spans multidisciplinary clinics, hospitals, nursing and retirement homes, paediatric settings, and intensive care units for both children and adults.

I have an unwavering passion for improving the health and well-being of people with evidence-based recuperative services. Although every complaint has to be studied and treated in its own right, my work commonly involves techniques such as manual mobilisation, myofascial release, soft-tissue release, active exercise and strength maintenance programmes, and the use of therapeutic modalities that demand a sound understanding of the administration, indications, and contraindications of common physical agents.

I have a successful track record in treating patients suffering from musculoskeletal conditions, postural dysfunctions, fractures, neurological complications, cardio-respiratory conditions, motor vehicle and work-related accidents, sports-related injuries, and a wide array of geriatric and paediatric conditions. I am both trained and experienced in all aspects of clinical physiotherapy – condition assessment and identification, setting of treatment goals and treatments, re-evaluation, and rehabilitation.

I have excellent communication skills in English, Hindi, and Gujarati, and I can understand Urdu, Punjabi and Marathi. I love my line of work and I respond flexibly to the ever-changing demands and challenges of the healthcare industry.