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Mona Kalra, Registered Physiotherapist

Mona Kalra, Registered Physiotherapist, Clinical Director

Mona is a highly skilled and successful Physiotherapist with over 20 years of physiotherapy experience, with 8+ years of clinical work in treating neurological conditions such as strokes, Parkinson's disease, traumatic brain injuries and multiple sclerosis.
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Mona was educated in India and Canada she supports her education with professional certifications such as LSVT BIG for Parkinson's disease; FES (Functional Electrical Stimulation) in Rehabilitation for Multiple Sclerosis, Basic Bobath Certification: a technique used to treat stroke and other neurological patients, Chedoke McMaster Stroke Assessment, NIH Stroke Scale, GRASP Hand Program for Stroke, Neuro Visual Rehab, Mary Massery’s “If You Can’t Breath. You Cannot Function”, Dr. Janice Eng’s “Task Based Rehab” and many more.Along with one-on-one treatment to patients, as an owner of MapleCare Physiotherapy Clinic, Mona promotes professional development activities, teamwork, patient-centered care, organizing education workshop for physiotherapist in National capital region and provides clinical education to students from the University of Ottawa Physiotherapy Program. Mona regularly participates in inter professional activities for stroke. She is also an Ambassador of University of Ottawa’s Brain and Mind Research Institute. Along with her team, Mona is establishing an evidence-based rehab treatment center for neurological patients. A mother of two, Mona enjoys time with family, friends and the study of philosophy.
Sanjiv Kalra, P.Eng, MBA, Managing Director

Sanjiv Kalra, MBA, P.Eng, CEO

Sanjiv has over 15 years of experience in business management which grew out of his roots as a Professional Engineer with an MBA from Carleton University, Ottawa. Sanjiv has applied his extensive technical, business and problem-solving expertise across a variety of industry sectors, including manufacturers of baggage-conveyor systems, dog food, pressure vessels, pressure tubes for nuclear reactors, not to mention with the Canadian Government, interactive boards and health care.
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Over the course of his career, Sanjiv has considerable experience in working harmoniously and effectively with people from different cultures: he grew up in India, studied in the USA, and now lives in Canada. Sanjiv enjoys playing cricket, badminton and chess.Recently along with Mona, his wife of many years, he has joined a Mixed Double Slow Pitch Softball League.
Wendy Good

Wendy Good, Registered Physiotherapist

Wendy completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Physiotherapy from the University of Toronto in 1989 and is a member of the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario. She has taken additional professional training in the McKenzie therapy approach; manual therapy to the E3/V3 level and in a wide variety of techniques: acupuncture; craniosacral therapy; lymphatic drainage therapy; visceral manipulation; progress by exercise and other treatment forms.
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Wendy works together with her clients to ensure they achieve their rehabilitation goals. Her objective is to provide services that best suit the individual and their needs and promote an optimal return to health and activity.Ms Good has been involved in many outside activities including competitive swimming; hiking; biking and travel. Wendy enjoys spending time gardening and trying new recipes.
Vicki Chase, Registered Physiotherapist

Vicki Chase, Registered Physiotherapist, Senior Consultant

Vicki graduated with her Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy from Dalhousie University is 1986. For 28 years she has worked in hospitals, in community care and in private clinics. The last 20 years have been spent practicing in the field of orthopaedics and sports injuries. She also has experience with workplace injuries.
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Her additional professional training has included courses in manual therapy, acupuncture, the McKenzie therapeutic approach, Kinetic Control, Sahrmann as well as many additional orthopaedic studies.Vicki has volunteered for the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario, The Canadian Therapeutic Riding Association and is an examiner for the National Physiotherapy Exam. She currently sits on the board of Ottawa Foyers Partage, a not for profit organization which houses the profoundly disabled. Her physical activities include yoga, the gym, cycling and skating. Vicki is an avid traveler (47 countries and counting!) and is also passionate about art, film and wine.
Youssef Obeid

Youssef Obeid, Registered Physiotherapist, Clinical Director (Ortho Physio, Bank Street)

Graduated from the Lebanese University in 2006, Youssef has been working as a physiotherapist, covering many different aspects and settings of physiotherapy since then. In addition to his experience working in Lebanon in an orthopedic and neurological rehabilitation centre, he has also worked in hospitals, private clinics, retirement homes and pediatric rehabilitation centre clinics.
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Youssef is experienced in treating patients from all age groups including physically disabled children and adults. He also worked several years with patients with amputation and neurological cases.Youssef is trilingual in Arabic, English and French. He will always ensure to provide the best possible treatment for the well being of his patients.
Erin Pelletier

Erin Pelletier, Registered Physiotherapist, Assistant Clinical Director (Neuro Physio)

Erin is a graduate of the Master's of Physiotherapy program at the University of Ottawa. She enjoys treating people with conditions such as Parkinson's disease, stroke, multiple sclerosis, as well as helping seniors to stay strong and mobile. She enjoys working in a field where her compassionate nature will aid her in helping others to regain their optimal function. Erin thrives to help her patients achieve their full potential.
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Erin has been trained in the LSVT BIG program (for Parkinson's disease) and acupuncture. She has also attended workshops relating to assessing and treating patients with stroke.Erin is fluently bilingual in French and English. In her free time, Erin dedicates many hours to a volunteer teaching work and also enjoys letting her creative nature flow by sewing or dancing.
Palmer Patterson

Palmer Patterson, Registered Physiotherapist

Palmer completed his Master of Physiotherapy degree from Queen Margaret University in Edinburgh, Scotland, in 2015. Before this, he attended the University of Ottawa where he did his Bachelor of Science in Human Kinetics. At present, and throughout his studies, Palmer has further broadened his knowledge of training and concept of correct functional movement patterns through participation in Adult Ballet Classes, Yoga Teacher Training Courses, several athletic hobbies, and work experiences as a Gymnastics Coach, Swimming Instructor, Athletic Trainer and Personal Trainer.
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During university, clinical placements, and work experiences, Palmer has enjoyed working with many different people of varying age and background, from children to seniors, whom have experienced problems ranging from sport and orthopaedic injuries, to neurological diseases and post-surgery complications. Palmer has been injured himself many times through sport, and understands in part what the rehab process feels like. He is committed to giving his best to help others meet their personal goals.In his spare time, Palmer enjoys the outdoors, playing sports, reading and relaxing. For the past two years, Palmer has also been trying to teach himself harmonica. He is progressing, and hopefully one day he will be good.
Ben Wassel, Resident Physiotherapist

Ben Wassel, Registered Physiotherapist

Ben was the lead physiotherapist at the premier CARF accredited brain injury facility in New Zealand. With six years of experience in the rehabilitation of clients with specific neurological injury and a Post Graduate Diploma in Neurological Rehabilitation. Ben has worked with a multitude of neurological injuries, stroke, TBI, SCI, orthopaedic injuries with both young and elderly clients in New Zealand and Australia before moving to Canada.
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Ben has presented independent research at National rehabilitation conferences, regional special interest groups, physiotherapy clinics, hospitals and at registrar training days. He has completed many courses on Vestibular rehabilitation, spasticity management and has good knowledge and experience with Chronic pain and Conversion disorder.
Taylor Stimpson, Physiotherapy Resident

Taylor Stimpson, Registered Physiotherapist

Taylor is a graduate of the Master’s of Physiotherapy program at Queen’s University. Taylor assesses and treats clients in the clinic and in patients’ homes. She has experience working with patients with a wide variety of both neurological and orthopedic conditions.
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Taylor strives to help individuals maximize their physical function, mobility and quality of life through an active treatment approach. When Taylor is not with patients you can find her out for a run, hiking with her dog, paddling along the water, or spending time with family and friends.
Jennifer Bayne, Resident Physiotherapist

Jennifer Bayne, Registered Physiotherapist

Jennifer graduated with a Master of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Toronto. Since starting her career in Ontario, Jennifer has gone coast to coast from Nova Scotia to British Columbia, and has had the opportunity to connect with clients at different times during their recovery in a variety of settings. Spending time in both hospitals and clinics has helped her find her passion for treating people with neurological conditions including multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, stroke, and more.
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She is a certified PWR!Moves Therapist (for Parkinson's disease), and has attended various workshops relating to the assessment and treatment of neurological conditions with a focus on multiple sclerosis. In her spare time, Jennifer enjoys delving into a good book and exploring the great outdoors with her family and friends skiing, mountain biking, and rock climbing.
Emma Wade

Jeannette Lupien, Registered Physiotherapist

Jeannette Lupien is a Physiotherapist with nearly 15 years of experience in both the private and public sectors, catering to individuals of all ages with diverse conditions. Formerly a primary teacher for 9 years, she made a mid-career switch. Employing primarily manual therapy techniques in assessment and treatment, Jeannette has pursued numerous courses to enhance her skill set.
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Having resided in the Maritimes for the past 9 years, Jeannette is in the process of relocating to Ottawa to be closer to her family. Her interests encompass wellness/healing, a fascination with people and various cultures/traditions, as well as a passion for cooking and savoring meals. Music holds a special place in her life, involving both listening and playing, and she actively engages in outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking, and biking.

Jeannette is characterized by a sense of fun, adventure, and a keen pursuit of new experiences. She eagerly anticipates the opportunity to acquaint herself with everyone, contribute to the team, and embark on a new chapter. As mentioned earlier, she expresses her willingness to accommodate home visits for Physiotherapists who may require assistance during the holiday period.

Devin Fulwala, Resident Physiotherapist

Devin Fulwala, Registered Physiotherapist

Devin is a passionate, ambitious and career-driven therapist who strives to learn and grow in the opportunities provided and to utilize his skills in the best way. He holds a bachelor's degree in physiotherapy from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences in India which he completed in 2019. During his undergraduate and internship, he completed 3.5 years of rotational postings in ICU, OPD, surgery, neurosurgery, neuro rehabilitation, orthopedics, medicine, geriatrics.
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He has firm knowledge in anatomy, biomechanics, physiology, orthopedics and kinesiology. He has also undertaken workshops on dynamic taping and NDS. He has worked as a consulting physiotherapist in Spinax International Clinic for 6 months and participated in Neurodynamic Solutions (NDS) workshop to treat patients with nerve impingement.
Sapna Rani, Resident Physiotherapist

Sapna Rani, Physiotherapy Resident

After being fascinated about the human body and a passion to help people, Sapna's road to becoming a Physiotherapist was definite. After receiving a bachelor's degree in physiotherapy from Punjabi University, India in 2017, she worked as an intern in India's biggest rehabilitation center SVNIRTAR. She also worked as a consultant physiotherapist in a multi-specialty hospital for 2 years where she gained experience treating patients with orthopedic, neurologic, trauma, medical, surgical, and other diagnostic groups.
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In addition, Sapna has a Diploma in Leadership for Healthcare Professionals from Confederation College in Thunder Bay. She has CPR and First Aid certification and is Yoga Alliance certified instructor. Sapna not only speaks English but also Hindu, Punjabi and Urdu.
Claudia Searle, Resident Physiotherapist

Claudia Searle, Registered Physiotherapist

Claudia is a graduate of the University of Ottawa Masters of Physical Therapy program, and has experience working with patients with a wide variety of both neurological and orthopedic conditions.
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Claudia focuses her patient’s treatment plan by orienting sessions around a meaningful task. She is a strong believer that treatment should be goal-oriented and patient-focused to provide an individualized treatment plan. Claudia looks forward to helping individuals achieve their goals.In her down time, Claudia can be found moving around across the city by foot or on her bike. When not in the city, Claudia is most likely out in Gatineau Park swimming, biking, skiing, or trail running. Her weekends are often fully booked with outdoor activities and movement.
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Jamie Dan, Resident Physiotherapist

Jamie is a physiotherapist by day, musical theatre artist by night. She graduated from uOttawa in 2023 with a Master's in Physiotherapy and is trilingual in English, Hebrew, French. Prior to moving to Ottawa, Jamie lived and worked in Vaughan as a Rebound Therapy Practitioner with Therabounce Inc. and as a PTA/OTA at SMILE Therapy for Kids, both with the neuropediatric population.
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She also adapts toys to make them accessible for differently abled kids. Other passions include chocolatiering, taking care of her plants, going to the gym, and making music. If you'd like to follow along, her professional instagram is @physio_jamied. Jamie is inspired by coaching patients to reach their full potential, and hopes to never stop learning.
Shimpalee Avinash Gadgil, Registered Physiotherapist

Shimpalee Avinash Gadgil, Registered Physiotherapist

Graduated from Maharashtra University of Health Science, Nashik Sancheti Institute College of Physiotherapy in 2018 with a Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy. She has since worked with musculoskeletal, neurological, sports injury, geriatric, respiratory and surgical populations. Her experience also includes the treatment of OHIP, MVA and WSIB clients. In addition, Shimpalee has completed level 1 and 2 of Concussion Management. She has actively volunteered for the MS Society of India, Schoolympics and marathons. Shimpalee is fluent in English, Hindi and Marathi.
Jennifer Kulick, Occupational Therapist

Jennifer Kulick, Occupational Therapist

Jennifer obtained her Bachelor's degree in Human Kinetics from the University of Ottawa followed by her professional degree in Occupational Therapy from McMaster University. She has worked as an occupational therapist in the Ottawa region for 24 years and recently completed a Master's degree from the University of Western Ontario in Upper Extremity Rehabilitation. She has experience working with patients with a wide variety of both neurological and orthopedic conditions. Jennifer is eager to help patients reach their occupational therapy goals for functional independence in daily living skills.
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Using a client-centred approach, Jennifer strives to empower her patients to leverage their strengths to achieve their functional goals. She enjoys hanging out with friends and family in her spare time, cooking, and working outdoors.
Lisa Khera

Lisa Khera, Marketing/PTA

Lisa Khera is a physiotherapy assistant, author, and STOTT PILATES, PiYo, and Barre instructor. Lisa is also the owner of In Balance Pilates, which offers both an online app and in-person class options. Her entrepreneurial spirit and ability to blend digital and in-person services showcase her innovative approach to fitness and wellness.
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With over 23 years of marketing experience, Lisa has a wealth of knowledge in this field. She is set to contribute her marketing expertise to Maplecare, focusing on social media and public relations strategies.
Aditi Kulkarni

Aditi Kulkarni, Physiotherapy Assistant

After obtaining a Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy in 2019, Aditi Kulkarni went on to complete a Masters of Science in Physiotherapy at Cardiff University in 2023. Since then she has worked both in the area of orthopaedics and with some neurological populations as well.
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Aditi has experience with sports injuries, amputees, geriatrics, surgical patients, pediatrics, community based rehab, respiratory therapy and ergonomics. She has a Certificate of Manual Therapy, a Certificate of First Aid at Work and has participated in the International Conference of Commonwealth Association for Health and Disability.
Guirlanda Jocelyn

Guirlanda Jocelyn, Assistant Patient Experience Manager

Guirlanda graduated as PTA/OTA from Collège La Cité in 2015. She also has a bachelor's degree in Human Resources from St. Paul University/University of Ottawa. She speaks French, English and Hatian Creole. With her warm personality, she enjoys working with people, helping others and focuses on client's satisfaction and wellbeing.
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In her spare time, Guirlanda likes to spend time with her family and friends or doing music and sports.
Jennifer Culp

Jennifer Culp, Patient Experience Coordinator

Jennifer Culp has attended Willis College's Medical Office Administrator in Ward Clerk program. Her past work experience has been as a Medical Office Assistant/Receptionist in health care clinics and she has brought her excellent communication skills to Maplecare's Physiotherapy. Jennifer is also WHMIS trained, so is knowledgeable in the area of workplace safety.
Afifa Rahmat

Afifa Rahmat, Receptionist (Maternity Leave)

Afifa graduated from Seneca College's Health Service Office Administration program. With 5 years of experience in customer service, she is compassionate, professional and hardworking. Afifa can speak English, Urdu, Hindi, Farsi and Dari.

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