PHYSIOTHERAPY
Natalia Converso, Registered Physiotherapist
Natalia Converso, Registered Physiotherapist
Natalia Converso, Registered Physiotherapist
Natalia is a Registered Physiotherapist with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario, and a member of The McKenzie Institute International.She has over 10 years experience in the treatment of orthopaedic and sports injuries. Natalia can help you recover from many conditions ranging from headaches to sciatica, to post surgical condition
Natalia is a Registered Physiotherapist with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario, and a member of The McKenzie Institute International.She has over 10 years experience in the treatment of orthopaedic and sports injuries. Natalia can help you recover from many conditions ranging from headaches to sciatica, to post surgical conditions such as shoulder surgeries and total joint replacements, as well as in the recovery of tendinitis, sprains and strains. Natalia has taken some of the most recognized courses in her field. Such as; McKenzie Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy, Acupuncture, Manual course Level III, and Active Release Techniques (A.R.T.)Natalia’s focus is bringing awareness to the reasons why her patients are experiencing pain, lack of movement, stiffness, tingling and or numbness among other symptoms. If you know what you are doing wrong you then can improve.She will also teach you exercises that are tailored for your own needs so that you can treat your problem and feel better faster.Natalia strongly believes in the empowerment of patients in their journey towards recovery. This can only be done through active participation of the patient in their recovery, inside and outside of the clinic.This is why Natalia recently got her certification in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy, a highly-respected method of assessing and treating musculoskeletal disorders, that focuses on active therapy and patient independence.
Natalia is a Registered Physiotherapist with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario, and a member of The McKenzie Institute International.
She has over 10 years experience in the treatment of orthopaedic and sports injuries. Natalia can help you recover from many conditions ranging from headaches to sciatica, to post surgical conditions such as shoulder surgeries and total joint replacements, as well as in the recovery of tendinitis, sprains and strains.
Natalia has taken some of the most recognized courses in her field. Such as; McKenzie Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy, Acupuncture, Manual course Level III, and Active Release Techniques (A.R.T.)
Natalia’s focus is bringing awareness to the reasons why her patients are experiencing pain, lack of movement, stiffness, tingling and or numbness among other symptoms. If you know what you are doing wrong you then can improve.
She will also teach you exercises that are tailored for your own needs so that you can treat your problem and feel better faster.
Natalia strongly believes in the empowerment of patients in their journey towards recovery. This can only be done through active participation of the patient in their recovery, inside and outside of the clinic.
This is why Natalia recently got her certification in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy, a highly-respected method of assessing and treating musculoskeletal disorders, that focuses on active therapy and patient independence.
Natalia is fluent in Spanish as well.
Negar Nayeri Nia, Registered Physiotherapist
Natalia Converso, Registered Physiotherapist
Natalia Converso, Registered Physiotherapist
Negar is a Registered Physiotherapist licensed to practice in the province of Ontario.
She completed a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy from the University of Tehran. Negar has been practicing in the hospital, community, and private settings for over 20 years treating orthopaedic and sports injuries, cardiovascular conditions and pelv
Negar is a Registered Physiotherapist licensed to practice in the province of Ontario.
She completed a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy from the University of Tehran. Negar has been practicing in the hospital, community, and private settings for over 20 years treating orthopaedic and sports injuries, cardiovascular conditions and pelvic health. She has additional training in manual therapy, acupuncture, therapeutic taping and pelvic health physiotherapy. She is extremely passionate about her work.
Negar's goal is to provide optimal treatment programs using her clinical proficiency and knowledge to improve the overall health and well-being of her patients.
Christen Chan, Resident Physiotherapist
Christen Chan, Resident Physiotherapist
Christen Chan, Resident Physiotherapist
After completing a Bachelor of Physical Health & Education from the University of Toronto, Christen graduated from the University of British Columbia with a Master of Rehabilitation Sciences and then ventured off to the University of Sydney for a Master of Physiotherapy in 2016. For the past 3 years, he had the opportunity to work in Syd
After completing a Bachelor of Physical Health & Education from the University of Toronto, Christen graduated from the University of British Columbia with a Master of Rehabilitation Sciences and then ventured off to the University of Sydney for a Master of Physiotherapy in 2016. For the past 3 years, he had the opportunity to work in Sydney at the highest level of professional rugby league (NRL) as a physiotherapist. He was fortunate to be the head physiotherapist for the Canterbury Bulldogs NSWRL Cup team for 2020. Additionally, Christen's experience as a Physiotherapist has earned him valuable experiences, including working at various capacities with top level amateur to professional basketball, Australian Football League, and cross-fit athletes.
While working in private practice clinics, he has also developed an interest in post-operative rehabilitation, degenerative conditions like arthritis, falls prevention and mobility, occupational injuries, and various sports injuries. Through his work-related experience, he has been exposed to and has extensive knowledge and skill in treating a wide scope of conditions that affect persons across the age spectrum. Christen takes pleasure in helping patients achieve their health and mobility goals!
Yuho Choi, Resident Physiotherapist
Christen Chan, Resident Physiotherapist
Christen Chan, Resident Physiotherapist
Yuho is passionate about physical activity and health and has a special interest in sports medicine. He believes in working together with his patients to develop and execute plans of care to help them achieve their meaningful goals. His treatment approach is providing a patient-centered care with an emphasis on personalized exercise-based
Yuho is passionate about physical activity and health and has a special interest in sports medicine. He believes in working together with his patients to develop and execute plans of care to help them achieve their meaningful goals. His treatment approach is providing a patient-centered care with an emphasis on personalized exercise-based intervention and education to empower each individual to take an active role in their rehab.
Yuho completed his undergraduate degree with Honours Bachelor of Science (Kinesiology) degree at McMaster university before pursuing Master of Science in Physical Therapy at Queen’s University. He has had the opportunity to work with various populations, including those with general orthopedic conditions, military personnel, elderly patients with multiple comorbidities, post-surgery, and stroke. As part of his MSc PT degree, Yuho also had an opportunity to travel to Tanzania and experience how the physiotherapy profession can be adapted to meet the demands of various cultures.
In his free time, Yuho enjoys staying active, napping, and watching movies. Yuho also loves travelling and is probably making an itinerary for his next backpacking trip.
Sameer Chunara, Registered Physiotherapist, ACPAC
Sameer has been a Registered Physiotherapist with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario for over 14 years, mainly in community ambulatory care. He treats a diverse group of patients, of varying ages and abilities. He is one of the few graduates in Canada from the well-regarded ACPAC program (www.acpacprogram.ca) and has a special interest in inflammatory and non-inflammatory arthritis.
Vitas Naudiziunas, Registered Physiotherapist (CURRENTLY ON SHORT-TERM LEAVE)
Vitas Naudziunas completed his Masters of Physical therapy at the University of Western Ontario in London, Ontario in 2013. He
completed his bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from Urbana University in Urbana, Ohio. Since graduating, his sole focus has been outpatient orthopaedics. Vitas has, and continues to strongly focus on further developing his clinical skills through various continuing education courses to help improve patient outcomes.
Before entering into the world of physiotherapy, Vitas was on occasion a patient himself having played NCAA basketball in the United States and professionally in Spain. Those experiences have helped him understand what a patient goes through when they have an injury and are unable to compete or participate in the activities that they enjoy, or even have pain going through their daily activities.
Vitas Naudziunas approaches each patient looking for the cause of the injury in order to make treatment more efficient and to also prevent future occurrences of the condition for that given patient. He has a functional approach to treatment with the knowledge that moving well means feeling well. He has a very active approach and believes that exercise is the best medicine. He has a strong strength and conditioning background that has greatly benefited his clients, from rehab to avoiding various surgeries. He has done post graduate course work in acupuncture, dry needling and various mobilization techniques to compliment his active approach to rehab.
In his free time Vitas enjoys strength training and also continuing to work on his own mobility, movement and flexibility. He spends the rest of his time with friends and family, reading and spending time outdoors.
MASSAGE THERAPY
Mary Beth Ferguson, RMT
Mary-Beth graduated from the Sutherland-Chan School of Massage in 1990 and joined their faculty in 1993. She taught various aspects of the program - Anatomy/palpation, Various Assessments, Trigger point Treatment and Clinical Supervision until 2001.
Since then she has been in private practice in many different settings with a wide range of clients. She has years of experience treating patients with various musculoskeletal issues including but not limited to hip and low back pain, neck and shoulder pain, pinched nerves, frozen shoulder, rotator cuff injuries, as well as surgeries. A few areas of focus have been touchstones throughout her career. A fascination with working with performing artists led her to specialize with the TMJ (jaw) and tensions that affect the breath and voice. She also remains fascinated by the potential for Massage and its effects on long term functional recovery as well as recovery from trauma.
For the past 30 years Mary-Beth has also made the study of the structure and dynamics of the connective tissue of the body and Neurology of stress behaviours a central focus in her practice. In this pursuit, she has taken numerous courses in Movement-based Therapies, Osteopathic Techniques, Contemporary Acupuncture, Neurobiological mechanisms of Pain, and Pilates. What she feels is most effective is to listen carefully to a patient’s body to determine what the source is is and establish the best course of treatment to normalize function .
Mary-Beth likes to draw on her experience with dance, rock climbing, and other forms of moving meditation. In her mind, integrating a wide range of approaches, clinical and life experience becomes truly therapeutic for the individual.
CHIROPODY
Amanda Birch, Hons.B.Kin., D.Ch
Chiropodist/Foot Specialist
About Amanda
Amanda is certified Chiropodist from the Michener Institute. Amanda has an extensive background in kinesiology, personal training, and pedorthics that allows her to excel as a chiropodist. She graduated from Western University with a B.A Honours Specialization in Kinesiology and a diploma in Pedorthics. Amanda spent two years working as a pedorthist allowing her to have extensive knowledge and skills on making and modifying custom foot orthoses by hand or from a lab. She has a strong ability to cast through plaster of paris, foam, wax, and laser.
Amanda takes detailed patient history, footwear wear analysis, weight-bearing body assessment, gait analysis, appropriate functional tests, non-weight bearing lower limb joint range of motions, casting for custom foot orthoses, footwear modifications, padding/taping, compression stockings and patient educations on a wide variety of topics. She has exposure to many types of lower limb pains, injuries and deformities such as; plantar fasciitis, Achilles’ pain, fractures, ankle, shin, knee, hip, and lower back pain. Also, she provides fast and efficient treatments of ingrown nails, corns, calluses, warts, and diabetic feet with the knowledge to generate new and appropriate treatment plans suitable for each unique patient. In addition, she administers injectable materials within the scope of practice to perform soft tissue surgeries (nail removals for ingrown nails, tendon releases for claw toes, wart needling, and excision, cyst removal) and appropriate prescription of necessary medications.
Amanda recently started to incorporate manual therapy, foot mobilizations/adjustments and hypervolt techniques into her practice.
WE REMAIN OPEN FOR IN-PERSON APPOINTMENTS
(April 7th 2021) Please note that our clinic continues to provide in-person appointments (Physiotherapy, Massage Therapy, Chiropody) and we also continue to accommodate patients who require Physiotherapy at home as well as virtually. Our Registered Physiotherapists have extensive experience providing care to patients with a variety of injuries, and complex surgeries within the comfort of their own living space. Please contact us at info@stgeorgephysio.ca or at 416.921.4587 if you require additional details. Physiotherapy services may be covered by your extended health benefits package.