Erica De Schiffart has earned her Doctor of Chiropractic at the University of Western States with the goal to get people moving and feeling better. Her passion and involvement in athletics has driven her to help people get back to the activity level they desire.

Erica believes in an evidence-informed approach and the value behind each patient receiving individualized treatment.

Erica De Schiffart has earned her Doctor of Chiropractic at the University of Western States with... Read More

Jannel has been a physiotherapist since 2017 with her main focus being sports and orthopedic physiotherapy. Her love for sports medicine was sparked by her childhood participation in a variety of sports, including softball and volleyball and has inspired her through her career thusfar.

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Ben completed his Masters of Physical therapy at UBC in 2025. He has taken an interest in working with conditions like sports-based injuries, lymphedema, chronic pain, and concussions with recently completing the Complete Concussion Management course. Ben’s treatment philosophy includes using manual therapy, targeted physical rehabilitation programs, and pain science to create a holistic treatment plan.

Ben completed his Masters of Physical therapy at UBC in 2025. He has taken an interest in working... Read More

Dr. A.J. Husain is a board-certified Chiropractor with a Master’s degree in Sports Medicine from the University of Western States in Portland. He has worked with a wide range of patients and athletes, with clinical experience in rugby, football, soccer, and endurance sports. His treatment approach combines evidence-informed chiropractic care, manual therapy, spinal manipulation, exercise prescription, and lifestyle strategies to provide individualized care for each patient.

Dr. A.J. Husain is a board-certified Chiropractor with a Master’s degree in Sports Medicine from ... Read More

Jake is a fully certified Physiotherapist who obtained a Master’s of Science Degree from McGill University in 2015. This programs played an integral role in accelerating Jake’s knowledge, clinical skills, and provided a strong foundation for his clinical practice.

Jake was born in Nanaimo in 1986 and has spent most of his life growing up in the Harbor City. As a youth Jake was heavily involved Nanaimo athletics, primarily hockey. Jake graduated from Dover Bay Secondary in 2004 and then worked full time for 3 years in the construction industry operating heavy machinery and managing gravel pits. Jakes professional background has covered the full spectrum ranging high performance athletes to the geriatric setting and everything else in between. Jake is excited to put these years of hard work and practical experience to the task in opening the newest Rehabilitation Clinic in Nanaimo - Advanced Health + Sports Clinic.

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Thalia is a physiotherapist with a Master of Science in Physiotherapy from McGill University, and previously completed a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from McMaster University.

Thalia’s treatments focus on education, exercise, manual therapy, and empowering the patient. Thalia is passionate with her treatments and wants to help community members participate in the activities that are most important to them, with the goal of providing tools to live a healthy lifestyle.

Thalia has completed her training for IMS dry needling, and is always learning new skills to incorporate into her treatment sessions.

Thalia is a physiotherapist with a Master of Science in Physiotherapy from McGill University, and... Read More

Isabelle is a physiotherapist with a Masters of Science in Physical Therapy from Queen’s University in Ontario. Growing up in Nanaimo, Isabelle was an accomplished dancer who trained and competed extensively in ballet, jazz, and tap. She also swam competitively with the Nanaimo White Rapids program. Through dance and swimming, Isabelle learned early the importance of sports injury prevention and management and sought a career in physiotherapy to help others navigate the same. Isabelle understands the importance of a holistic approach, and really works to find a treatment plan that treats the individual as a whole. She prioritizes allowing patients to maintain activity during their recovery and is eager to support getting people back to doing what they enjoy most. Isabelle is happy to support all patients but is passionate about working with youth and athletes during their recovery. In her free time, Isabelle enjoys being active and spending time outside. She particularly enjoys hiking, yoga, camping, paddle boarding, participating in triathlons and spending quality time with her family, friends, and animals.

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