West Clinic Team
Physiotherapy
Susan is an experienced neuro-physiotherapist with over 25 years of training and experience in neurological physiotherapy.
Sue is an experienced neuro-physiotherapist, with over 25 years of training and experience.
Marcia is an experienced orthopaedic and manual therapist who is a highly skilled CranioSacral therapist and teaching assistant for the Upledger Institute.
Alison is an experienced neuro physiotherapist with over 30 years working in neurological physiotherapy.
Nicole Kohlert, PT Clinic Lead
Nicole has over 20 years of experience as a physiotherapist in Ottawa. She has worked in a variety of settings - most spent in neurological rehabilitation as an Advanced Bobath therapist.
Jaimee is a UK-trained therapist with a passion for neurological physiotherapy. Jaimee has a special interest in treating post-concussion and brain injury issues, vestibular issues, as well as a variety of other neurological conditions.
Janet is an experienced physiotherapist with a special interest in treating neurological conditions, in particular Parkinson's Disease, post-stroke rehabilitation and the geriatric population.
Victoria has had over 20 years experience as a Bobath and NDT based neuro-physiotherapist.
Rita has 25 years experience as a physiotherapist with a strong background in orthopedic and manual therapy.
Bahaa El Sarraf, PT
Bahaa has developed interest in the vestibular and pelvic health fields and also have experience in a variety of different cases in musculoskeletal, sports and trauma injuries, as well as pre and post surgery conditions.
Erica is an experienced physiotherapist with over 20 years experience treating clients with a variety of orthopedic issues.
Brooke is an enthusiastic graduate from the McMaster University physiotherapy program. Through placements in Hamilton and Kenora she gained a love for treating patients with neurological conditions.
Jhanvi has a special interest in treating neurological conditions and is passionate about supporting the patient to optimize function in their daily lifestyle.
Osteopathy
NEIL MELANSON,
DOMP, D.Sc.O,
RMT, SEP.
osteopathic Manual Practitioner
With a career spanning more than twenty years as a therapist, Neil brings extensive experience, education and compassion to his practice.
Speech Language Pathologist
BENJAMIN GAUNCE
Ben graduated from McGill's School of Communication Sciences and Disorders in 2019 with a Master of Speech-Language Pathology. He is clinically certified through the licensing colleges of both Ontario and Nova Scotia.
Administration
Lynn McHugh |
Receptionist / Care Coordinator
Lynn is the friendly smile that welcomes you as you come through the door! She is responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations of the clinic to make sure everything is running smoothly. Lynn is also trained as a Personal Support Worker.
Melissa Rakauskas |
Office Manager and Care Coordinator Manager
Melissa started with Neurologic Physiotherapy as a receptionist/Client Care Co-Ordinator in the east clinic in 2018, where she quickly found a of love for daily interactions with our patients. Having a quick catch up upon their arrival and taking a little extra time to get to know each client and their recovery journey, fostered her love of the business.
In her current position as Client Care and Clinic Manager, she continues to enjoy providing friendly support and administrative assistance to the staff and patients of both Neurologic Locations in Ottawa.
In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her partner and her children as well as enjoying cottaging, road trips, hiking, and fishing, as well as time spent with her two rescue dogs, Odis (from Kentucky) and Farah (from St. Lucia.)
Mélanie St-Jacques MacLean |
Administrative Officer
Mélanie St-Jacques MacLean as join our team in 2019 in a client service/business administration capacity on a part-time basis. Melanie is a public servant retiree. She has more than 20 years' experience in human resources management in the public sector. Mélanie holds a Bachelor of Commerce with honors in Human Resources Management from the University of Ottawa.