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Previously, he completed his Bachelor of Science honours degree in Kinesiology and Health Science at York University. Peter's physiotherapy focus is primarily in outpatient orthopaedics and vestibular rehabilitation. In 2019, Peter graduated with a Diploma of Advanced Orthopaedic Manual and Manipulative Physio Therapy from the Canadian Physiotherapy Association’s Orthopaedic Division. He is a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manual Physical Therapy (FCAMPT). In 2015, Peter completed his Advanced Vestibular Rehabilitation certification offered by the Canadian Physiotherapy Association, and is trained in the assessment and treatment of vestibular disorders. He has completed extensive research in vestibular disorders through his thesis proposal at Queen’s University. 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Registered Physiotherapist Pelvic Health Physiotherapist Sheela graduated from the Physical Therapy program at the University of Toronto in 1995 and has spent over 20 years working with her clients to improve their pain, become more active and increase their quality of life. Her career has taken her from the beautiful Maritimes, to Ottawa, and most recently, the Greater Toronto Area A strong proponent of continuing education, Sheela has successfully completed several post-graduate courses in manual therapy, McKenzie Spinal Rehabilitation, acupuncture, chronic pain and pain science. Sheela has a special interest in Pelvic Health, and has furthered her education with international conferences and courses in incontinence, pelvic pain, pediatrics, oncology, pre/post natal care, as well as gastrointestinal and bowel dysfunction. 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Nelly has spoken at numerous grand rounds, symposiums and conferences including The Urology Update, Canadian Ambulatory Care Conference, Ontario Physiotherapy Association Interaction Conference, Southlake Hospital OBGYN Clinical day, Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologist Annual Conference SOGC, Mount Sinai Mature Women’s Day and St. Michaels. Nelly has been a spokesperson for the Canadian Physiotherapy Association and has also co-authored a neuro-ugology textbook chapter on incontinence. She regularly attends international conferences and prides herself on staying on top of the current pelvic health literature. Nelly has a passion treating this group of clients and plans to continue to help increase public awareness of various pelvic floor dysfunctions and their impact on quality of life. 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RAc.] Registered Acupuncturist Laura received her Acupuncture Diploma from Eight Branches Academy of Eastern Medicine (2015) and has a Masters of Science in Nutrition from McGill University (2009). She also completed advanced acupuncture training at the Canadian Gynecology Institute of Chinese Medicine (2019), York University (2017) and Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, China (2016). Laura uses a combination of acupuncture, cupping, guasha (myofascial scraping), tuina (acupressure), and moxibustion to balance and help repair the body, mind and spirit. She has the following areas of clinical focus: Women's health: Fertility Pregnancy Perimenopause Pain relief: Headaches Neck and shoulder tension Low back pain Head health: Post concussion syndrome Mental health, stress, anxiety Sleep issues Prior to joining Aurora Prime in 2021, Laura worked with other multi-disciplinary teams at private clinics in the Greater Toronto Area. Laura is an avid paddler, loves spending time outdoors and is mom to an energetic toddler. She is fully vaccinated against COVID-19. https://www.auroraprime.ca/michelle-watkin daily 0.75 2023-08-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e7d0b21840b0b0610aff1f2/0d605314-b0db-4431-b61b-691d66252d06/Michelle-Watkin-Pelvic-Health-Physiotherapist-The-WOMB-Vaughan-1.png Michelle Watkin - Michelle Watkin (M.ScA.P.T., B.Kin, BAS) Registered Physiotherapist With a background in fitness, kinesiology, and physiotherapy, and a passion for pregnancy and childbirth, Michelle was naturally drawn to pelvic health physiotherapy. Michelle began studying pelvic health during her Masters in Physiotherapy at McGill (2017), and has since completed additional courses in pregnancy, pelvic pain (including endometriosis and bladder pain), yoga for pelvic pain, diastasis rectus abdominis, dermoneuromodulation, cesarean birth recovery, pelvic organ prolapse and urinary incontinence. Michelle’s mission is to support and empower her clients to manage their pelvic health symptoms. She helps her clients determine and address the unique factors contributing to their pain experience (and/or other symptoms), as there is not a one-size-fits-all approach to treatment. Moreover, she facilitates long-term health by guiding her clients to adopt lifestyle strategies for prevention. Michelle has a special interest in treating persistent pelvic pain, including painful intercourse, and working to create “safety” in the nervous system through “nonthreatening” soft tissue techniques, novel movement, and lifestyle interventions. Science has confirmed a mind-body connection that is an essential part of Michelle’s practice. Understanding pain is the first step to treating it. Michelle is very passionate about helping her pregnant clients prepare their mind and body for childbirth, and she is always grateful to be a part of their perinatal journey. She stays up to date with the evidence on childbirth practices and strives to empower her clients with the knowledge to improve their birth outcomes, have a positive birth experience, and optimize their recovery postpartum. Michelle is also passionate about sharing her knowledge and spreading awareness of this very important emerging field in physiotherapy. Aside from being a pelvic health advocate, Michelle is a mom of two precious boys and loves watching them grow and learn.  https://www.auroraprime.ca/kate-mccormick daily 0.75 2023-08-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e7d0b21840b0b0610aff1f2/83a1fae3-4b96-419b-9aac-2d4161dea244/Kate%2BMcCormick.jpg Kate McCormick - Kate McCormick (M.Sc.P.T., M.C.P.A.) Registered Physiotherapist Kate graduated from the Physiotherapy program at University of Toronto in 1987. Initially she worked in the hospital in various services but then specialized in orthopedics in 1990. In 2015 she specialized in pelvic health after taking courses through Pelvic Health Solutions and has become very passionate about treating this population. She continues to keep updated on the latest developments and treatment strategies in pelvic pain, bowel and bladder dysfunction, prolapse as well as in the pregnancy and postpartum population. She works as a teaching assistant for Pelvic Health Solutions and volunteers with Osteoporosis Canada. Kate believes in educating and empowering her patients to take control of their health and mobility and get them back to the activities they love to do. She believes knowledge is power. In her spare time she enjoys biking, hiking, working out, curling and pickleball. https://www.auroraprime.ca/kale-harvey daily 0.75 2023-12-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e7d0b21840b0b0610aff1f2/1585704252560-MQ50Y125AAWMFBE331JE/Kale-Harvey.jpg Kale Harvey - Kale Harvey (M.P.T., B.A. Kin, Dip. Manip. PT, FCAMPT) Registered Physiotherapist Clinical Director Kale has been working at Aurora Prime Physiotherapy since 2009; He is a graduate of the Master of Physical Therapy program at the University of Western Ontario (2007). He obtained an Honours Bachelor of Arts (Kinesiology) from the University of Western Ontario in 2005. Kale is committed to continuing education in the areas of manual therapy and therapeutic exercise. He received his Diploma of Advanced Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy from the Canadian Physiotherapy Association (Orthopaedic Division) in 2011. Kale is also certified to perform dry needling as an integrative treatment for musculoskeletal pain and trigger point release. Kale has long been involved in athletics and currently enjoys Judo and resistance training. He believes in the importance of health promotion as it relates to injury and disease prevention. Kale’s main areas of interest are the knee, hip, lumbar spine, shoulder and cervical spine. 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