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Aimee’s passion for movement began at a young age through playing a wide range of sports competitively, including basketball, volleyball, rugby, badminton, and track and field. This sparked a deeper interest in how the body moves and heals, leading her to complete a Bachelor of Kinesiology with a Minor in Psychology at the University of British Columbia. Before pursuing her Master of Physical Therapy at UBC, Aimee spent two years working as a rehabilitation assistant and coaching children in sport, gaining a better understanding of movement across the lifespan.

Aimee has worked closely with diverse populations and will support clients of all ages with a variety of injuries and conditions. She takes a comprehensive and collaborative approach, combining manual therapy, individualized exercise, and education to help clients better understand their bodies and move with confidence.

Outside the clinic, you can find Aimee playing volleyball, snowboarding, training at the gym, and working on her golf swing. She also loves trying new activities and discovering new restaurants and cafes around the city.

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Born and raised here in Vancouver, Dr. Linford Geekiyanage received his Doctor of Chiropractic from the Palmer College of Chiropractic in San Jose, California after completing his Bachelors of Human Kinetics at the University of British Columbia.

Linford’s approach to care involves assessment of not only the area of complaint, but the surrounding structures as well in order to determine the root cause of your problem. Linford aims to get you out of pain and moving better in a short time frame while also providing you with long term solutions to your issues. He plans to do this using a variety of manual therapy techniques including chiropractic adjustments, myofascial release, cupping, instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization, taping as well as rehabilitative exercises.

Outside of the clinic, Linford is a self proclaimed racquet sport virtuoso as he plays badminton, tennis, pickle ball, and table tennis. He also enjoys playing volleyball and weight training.

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Mason is a certified physiotherapist who completed his Master’s of Physical Therapy and Bachelor’s of Kinesiology from the University of British Columbia. Mason previously worked at UBC’s Active Kids program and has many years of clinical experience at a multidisciplinary clinic. This made him appreciate the importance of progressive,functional, and fun exercises while providing holistic, therapeutic care across all populations. From his professional background and clinical experience, Mason provides clients with evidence-based practice in injury rehabilitation and prevention for their future well-being. Mason has also completed his Level 1 Orthopaedic Division Advanced Integrated Musculoskeletal program.

After personally recovering from a knee injury, Mason understands the demanding journey that comes with recovery and is dedicated to collaborating with clients on the best practices to reach their functional goals. Mason employs a comprehensive approach combining hands-on therapy, tailored exercise interventions, and client education to optimize functional return to sports and daily activities.

Mason likes to stay active by basketball, pickleball, lifting weights, running, and is open to trying new sports. Outside the court and gym, Mason is always open to talk about new restaurants and activities to do around Vancouver.

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William is a graduate of the Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Master of Physical Therapy Program at the University of British Columbia. Prior to finishing his studies, William worked with children, youth, and young adults in a variety of settings and developed a passion for helping people. His treatment philosophy revolves around education, self-efficacy, and empowering others. He believes clients have an important role in their rehabilitation and prioritizes patient-centred care.

William has completed the Advanced Integrated Musculoskeletal (AIM) Physiotherapy Program – Level 1 and intends to continue developing his manual therapy skills with the Canadian Physiotherapy Association. He is fluent in English and conversational in Cantonese. Outside of the clinic, he enjoys playing volleyball, weightlifting and bouldering.

Sports & Special Interests:  Volleyball, snowboarding, weightlifting, bouldering, board games.

Languages:  English, Cantonese

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After completing his Bachelor of Kinesiology at the University of British Columbia, Ryan pursued a Master of Physical Therapy, driven by a lifelong passion for sports and helping others. He has completed the Level 1 certification in the Advanced Integrated Musculoskeletal Program and is certified in treating running injuries through The Running Clinic. Growing up surrounded by various athletic pursuits, including ultimate frisbee, ice hockey, basketball, volleyball, Taekwondo, and tennis, he was inspired to enter the field of physiotherapy to empower individuals to achieve their movement goals and enhance their quality of life.

In his practice, Ryan utilizes a comprehensive approach that combines exercise, manual therapy, and a thorough assessment of the whole body. This technique allows him to address not only the symptoms but also the root causes of his patients’ issues. He believes in the importance of education throughout the recovery process, ensuring that clients understand their conditions and feel confident in their treatment plans.

When he’s not at the clinic, you can find Ryan training for races, with a goal of eventually competing in all the World Marathon Majors. He also enjoys watching Survivor, skiing, exploring different coffee shops, and following his fantasy football players.

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Derek is dedicated physiotherapist who completed both his Master of Physical Therapy and Bachelor of Kinesiology at the University of British Columbia. He has also earned his AIM Orthopaedic Level 1 Manual Therapy Certification, where he developed a strong foundation in evidence-based practice, clinical reasoning, and individualized treatment planning.

As an avid athlete, Derek enjoys many sports including hockey, golf, basketball, and pickleball, which helped him develop a strong passion for staying active. Like many athletes, he also experienced his fair share of injuries, giving him the opportunity to experience physiotherapy firsthand during his own recovery. He saw how effective physiotherapy could be not only in reducing pain, but also in restoring function, confidence, and independence. These experiences ultimately led him to pursue a career in physiotherapy.

Derek brings a warm, collaborative approach to his practice and enjoys working with people of all ages and activity levels, from recreational athletes and weekend warriors to individuals looking to stay strong and confident in their mobility. He combines hands-on manual therapy with personalized exercise programs, with a strong emphasis on continuous education so clients stay informed and engaged throughout their recovery. His diverse background in both athletic and hospital settings allows him to work with a wide range of clients, including those recovering from joint replacements, stroke, falls, work or motor vehicle accidents, and post-surgical procedures.

No matter where you are starting from, Derek strives to create sessions that are welcoming, empowering, and focused on moving pain-free, restoring function and returning to the activities that matter most.

Derek is fluent in both English and Mandarin.

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Simeon enjoys helping people of all ages to move better and be pain free. He completed his Master of Physical Therapy degree at the University of British Columbia in 2016. Since then, he has worked in a variety of settings and seen many different injuries ranging from sprained ankles to brain tumors.

Always interested in new discoveries, Simeon keeps up with current best practices and techniques. He is a certified IMS/Dry needling practitioner and has additional training in the lumbar spine. He has also taken courses on myofascial release and management of neurological injuries; as well as specialty courses in the prevention of running injuries.

In the education realm, Simeon is our lead-educator for the UBC MPT program. You will often find him discussing best practice approaches to care with his students as he enjoys sharing his knowledge and experience with the next generation of PTs.

Sports & Special Interests: Cooking, badminton, travelling to Japan, running, getting beat by Keane in table tennis

Languages: English, Cantonese

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Education & Experience:

Alex holds a Master’s in Physiotherapy from the University of East Anglia and a Bachelor’s in Kinesiology from UBC. With a background as both a Physiotherapist and Kinesiologist, Alex has extensive experience treating a diverse range of upper and lower extremity injuries resulting from various causes, including workplace incidents, motor vehicle accidents, concussions, sports injuries, overuse, and aging. Additionally, he is also able to give advice regarding proper form and posture for gym exercises, or if you are looking to get yourself started with a gym routine.

Treatment Philosophy:

Alex aims to collaborate closely with each individual in order to provide both an enjoyable and educational experience. He enjoys combining active/exercise rehabilitation with hands-on techniques (i.e., massage, soft tissue release, assisted stretching, cupping, joint mobilizations, etc.) to provide pain relief, improve range of motion, and to help clients better understand, self-manage, and prevent future injuries.

Interests:

In addition to being a passionate basketball fan, he also enjoys a variety of other sports such as hockey, soccer, and ultimate frisbee. When he is not engaging in physical activity, you can find him reading books or screaming at the TV watching sports.

Note: Alex is able to speak limited Cantonese.

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William is a graduate of Vancouver College of Massage Therapy, where he developed a strong foundation in effective massage techniques and the treatment of orthopedic and systemic conditions.

Coming from the banking industry, William understands how work-related stress can significantly impact the body and create unwanted tension. He hopes that combining his real life experience with clinical knowledge will support his patients in achieving a pain-free lifestyle.

William is skilled in providing personalized care to help clients manage pain, improve mobility, and enhance overall well-being.

Outside of work, William enjoys working out, playing volleyball, snowboarding, and cooking.

Languages: English, Cantonese

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Howei is a graduate of Vancouver College of Massage Therapy. He is eager to help people on their road to recovery. During his time in school he has learnt many techniques to help treat musculoskeletal injuries and various other conditions.

Howei has also graduated from Simon Fraser University with a Bachelors of Science in Behavioural Neuroscience where he studied human anatomy and in particular the nervous system. He hopes to combine the knowledge that he acquired from both schools in order to enrich his practice.

Sports & Special Interests: Hockey, soccer, hiking, camping.

Languages: English, Cantonese

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Mike achieved his massage therapy diploma at the Vancouver College of Massage Therapy. During his time at VCMT, he accumulated a wealth of knowledge, treatment modalities and experience while working with a wide variety of patients. Mike strives to continue his growth and education even further.

Mike’s interest in massage therapy piqued when he experienced a minor injury from weight training. This redirected his focus to the importance of healing and rehabilitation with exercise and manual therapy as the driving factors. Mike’s treatments will be individualized for each patient and their concerns, along with proper homecare he believes he can help his patients achieve their goals and live their lives to the fullest.

Sports & Special Interests: Basketball, weightlifting, and good food.

Languages: English, Cantonese

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Robert was born and raised in Vancouver, British Columbia and is eager to give back to the community he grew up in.

Robert received his Bachelor of Kinesiology from the University of British Columbia and his Master of Physiotherapy from the University of Western Ontario. Along the way he worked as an athletic trainer for junior hockey and as a behavioural interventionist for children with autism.

Robert follows an evidence-based approach towards pain-free movement and activity. His physiotherapy treatment involves manual therapy, exercise prescription, vestibular rehabilitation and patient education. He is certified in acupuncture and dry needling from Acupuncture Canada.

In his free time, Robert enjoys the outdoors and is an avid snowboarder, hiker, runner and tennis player.

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