Our Physiotherapists
With well over 100 years combined experience and countless certifications and specializations, we have the expertise to help you reach your goals!
Can't find the fit you are looking for? Here is some more information on finding a physiotherapist in London Ontario.
Can't find the fit you are looking for? Here is some more information on finding a physiotherapist in London Ontario.
Brian Webb
Brian graduated from the UWO PT program in 2000. He subsequently pursued continuing education within physiotherapy, resulting in becoming a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapists (FCAMPT) in 2006.
Brian worked as a physiotherapy consultant for the Fowler Kennedy Sports Medicine Clinic for over 15 years. During this time he assisted thousands of clients in their recovery from orthopaedic conditions. Brian also worked in the acute injury clinic as an advanced practice physiotherapist assessing, triaging and supporting clients with acute sports injuries.
Brian was an assistant instructor of continuing education courses for the Orthopaedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association for over ten years. He has also been active in providing mentorship for physiotherapists progressing through this system and UWO’s MClSc – Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy program.
Brian actively participates in sport climbing and has expert knowledge in treating rock climbing, mountain biking and athletic injuries.
Brian worked as a physiotherapy consultant for the Fowler Kennedy Sports Medicine Clinic for over 15 years. During this time he assisted thousands of clients in their recovery from orthopaedic conditions. Brian also worked in the acute injury clinic as an advanced practice physiotherapist assessing, triaging and supporting clients with acute sports injuries.
Brian was an assistant instructor of continuing education courses for the Orthopaedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association for over ten years. He has also been active in providing mentorship for physiotherapists progressing through this system and UWO’s MClSc – Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy program.
Brian actively participates in sport climbing and has expert knowledge in treating rock climbing, mountain biking and athletic injuries.
Denise Vandermeulen
Denise has extensive experience in sport and orthopaedic physiotherapy. She has worked and travelled with Wheelchair Basketball Canada’s National Teams and worked with a variety of sport teams at local, varsity, and provincial levels. Denise also has provided coverage for numerous sporting events including Skate Canada International, the Ontario Summer Games, and the World Synchronized Skating Championships.
She has a keen interest in concussion management and assisting patients suffering from Vestibular Disorders and the potentially disabling symptoms of dizziness and vertigo. Making small changes can often have significant impacts on the lives of patients who experience these symptoms. She has completed several courses in the the area of Concussion Management and Vestibular Rehabilitation, most recently obtaining a Certificate in Vestibular Rehabilitation through the Duke/ Emory University/ APTA Competency Based Course in Vestibular Rehabilitation.
Denise enjoys working with a wide variety of orthopaedic conditions and age groups in her clinical practice. Denise utilizes her training and skills to address the whole person and encourage her patients to be partners in their health and to improve their quality of life.
Denise graduated from Queen’s University in 1995 with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy. She completed a Sport Physiotherapy Fellowship with the Fowler-Kennedy Sport Medicine Clinic in 1997 and went on to complete her Certificate in Sport Physiotherapy through Sport Physiotherapy Canada. Denise then earned a Master of Science in the area of Biomechanics and Motor Control from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in 2002.
In 2008 Denise completed her Diploma in Advanced Manual and Manipulative Therapy (the highest certification for manual therapy in Canada). She is a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapists (FCAMPT), a member organization of the International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physical Therapists (IFOMPT). This certification includes training in the safe and effective performance of manipulation techniques for the extremity and spinal joints. Orthopaedic manual physical therapy is a specialized area of physiotherapy for the management of neuro-musculoskeletal conditions based on clinical reasoning. It uses highly specific treatment approaches, including manual techniques and therapeutic exercises, based on available scientific evidence and the specific needs of each client.
In addition to her sport physiotherapy and manual therapy background, Denise is certified in Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation (Gunn IMS) and has dry needling training in anatomical acupuncture through the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute.
She has a keen interest in concussion management and assisting patients suffering from Vestibular Disorders and the potentially disabling symptoms of dizziness and vertigo. Making small changes can often have significant impacts on the lives of patients who experience these symptoms. She has completed several courses in the the area of Concussion Management and Vestibular Rehabilitation, most recently obtaining a Certificate in Vestibular Rehabilitation through the Duke/ Emory University/ APTA Competency Based Course in Vestibular Rehabilitation.
Denise enjoys working with a wide variety of orthopaedic conditions and age groups in her clinical practice. Denise utilizes her training and skills to address the whole person and encourage her patients to be partners in their health and to improve their quality of life.
Denise graduated from Queen’s University in 1995 with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy. She completed a Sport Physiotherapy Fellowship with the Fowler-Kennedy Sport Medicine Clinic in 1997 and went on to complete her Certificate in Sport Physiotherapy through Sport Physiotherapy Canada. Denise then earned a Master of Science in the area of Biomechanics and Motor Control from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in 2002.
In 2008 Denise completed her Diploma in Advanced Manual and Manipulative Therapy (the highest certification for manual therapy in Canada). She is a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapists (FCAMPT), a member organization of the International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physical Therapists (IFOMPT). This certification includes training in the safe and effective performance of manipulation techniques for the extremity and spinal joints. Orthopaedic manual physical therapy is a specialized area of physiotherapy for the management of neuro-musculoskeletal conditions based on clinical reasoning. It uses highly specific treatment approaches, including manual techniques and therapeutic exercises, based on available scientific evidence and the specific needs of each client.
In addition to her sport physiotherapy and manual therapy background, Denise is certified in Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation (Gunn IMS) and has dry needling training in anatomical acupuncture through the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute.
Heidi McClintock
Heidi is a bilingual registered physiotherapist with over twenty years of experience in orthopaedics and sports medicine. She graduated with a Bachelor of Physical Health and Education (Honours) from York University, a research Masters in Sports Medicine from the University of Western Ontario, and a Bachelor of Health Sciences in Physiotherapy from McMaster University. Heidi has completed level 3 of the Diploma of Advanced Orthopaedic Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy, as well as certifications in concussion management, running analysis, acupuncture, and dry needling.
Heidi enjoys working with the paediatric population alongside coaches and parents to address issues of growth, injury prevention, and athlete development. As a certified Sport Physiotherapist, Heidi has worked with national and professional athletes, teams, and sport organizations throughout North America and Europe including the NHL, NBA, CFL, NFL, MLS, and FIFA.
With extensive training in mental performance and injury rehabilitation, Heidi focuses to help athletes recover from sports injuries and concussion with confidence and long-term success. Heidi has been a member of the medical team at several international, Olympic, and World games. She has competed as a varsity athlete, Ironman triathlete and beach volleyball player internationally.
Heidi enjoys working with the paediatric population alongside coaches and parents to address issues of growth, injury prevention, and athlete development. As a certified Sport Physiotherapist, Heidi has worked with national and professional athletes, teams, and sport organizations throughout North America and Europe including the NHL, NBA, CFL, NFL, MLS, and FIFA.
With extensive training in mental performance and injury rehabilitation, Heidi focuses to help athletes recover from sports injuries and concussion with confidence and long-term success. Heidi has been a member of the medical team at several international, Olympic, and World games. She has competed as a varsity athlete, Ironman triathlete and beach volleyball player internationally.
Marty Chisholm
Beginning with his training in Athletic Therapy from Concordia University (Montreal) where he worked as a student trainer with Montreal Expos Baseball Club, to his three summers as trainer for the Quebec Provincial Basketball programmes, as well as his 10 years as a physiotherapy consultant to the London Knights, and his 23 years at the Fowler Kennedy Sport Medicine Clinic, Marty has extensive experience in orthopaedic and sport medicine.
Marty graduated from Western University with a Bachelors Degree in Physical Therapy (BScPT) in 1993. In 1999 he completed his Diploma in Advanced Manual and Manipulative Therapy and has been a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapists (FCAMPT) since then. In 2007 he completed a researched based Masters of Science degree (MScPT) at Western University.
Marty has been an instructor of continuing education courses for the Orthopaedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association (1999 – 2015). He has also been a guest lecturer as well as an associate professor (visiting appointment) in the Department of Physical Therapy at Western University since 1999. Marty has also presented at various local and national conferences.
In addition to his sport and manual therapy background, Marty has received training in Anatomical Acupuncture through the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute which he has incorporated into his practice since 1995. He is also certified in Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation (Gunn IMS) dry needling.
Marty has been a frequent speaker to various running clinics in the city over the years as well as at Western University. He developed and performed the running assessments for the Fowler Kennedy Sport Medicine Clinic.
Marty graduated from Western University with a Bachelors Degree in Physical Therapy (BScPT) in 1993. In 1999 he completed his Diploma in Advanced Manual and Manipulative Therapy and has been a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapists (FCAMPT) since then. In 2007 he completed a researched based Masters of Science degree (MScPT) at Western University.
Marty has been an instructor of continuing education courses for the Orthopaedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association (1999 – 2015). He has also been a guest lecturer as well as an associate professor (visiting appointment) in the Department of Physical Therapy at Western University since 1999. Marty has also presented at various local and national conferences.
In addition to his sport and manual therapy background, Marty has received training in Anatomical Acupuncture through the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute which he has incorporated into his practice since 1995. He is also certified in Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation (Gunn IMS) dry needling.
Marty has been a frequent speaker to various running clinics in the city over the years as well as at Western University. He developed and performed the running assessments for the Fowler Kennedy Sport Medicine Clinic.
Sarah Mccully
Sarah graduated from UWO in 2008 with a Masters of Physical Therapy. Sarah has over 15 years’ experience working in pediatric physiotherapy, focusing primarily on infants and toddlers who have developmental delays, and she continues to work full-time at CPRI (Child and Parent Resource Institute). She has a passion for early intervention and helping children start on the right path for their future mobility and developmental skills. She has extensive experience working within a transdisciplinary model of care, providing specialty treatment in all areas of development, and has taken a variety of continuing education courses relevant to infant development.
Sarah began to take a special interest in scoliosis after seeing many young children with early onset scoliosis and wanted to learn how to better help these children and their families. In October 2024, she completed training through SSOL with Andrea Lebel PT in Ottawa, and successfully completed the Practical Part 1 certification in the Schroth method. The school teaches physiotherapists advanced techniques for treating children and adults with scoliosis based on the concepts developed by Katharina Schroth.
Sarah is excited for this new venture in her career at Elevate Physiotherapy and will be focusing on treating children, teens and young adults with scoliosis. Sarah is only available for bookings two evenings a week. If you would like to request a new scoliosis assessment, please call the clinic at 519-719-1782 to request an appointment.
Sarah began to take a special interest in scoliosis after seeing many young children with early onset scoliosis and wanted to learn how to better help these children and their families. In October 2024, she completed training through SSOL with Andrea Lebel PT in Ottawa, and successfully completed the Practical Part 1 certification in the Schroth method. The school teaches physiotherapists advanced techniques for treating children and adults with scoliosis based on the concepts developed by Katharina Schroth.
Sarah is excited for this new venture in her career at Elevate Physiotherapy and will be focusing on treating children, teens and young adults with scoliosis. Sarah is only available for bookings two evenings a week. If you would like to request a new scoliosis assessment, please call the clinic at 519-719-1782 to request an appointment.
Andrea Zelibka
Andrea practiced in Alberta and British Columbia for seven years, working with athletes, Olympians, weekend warriors and people from all walks of life. She returned to London in 2012 with her young family and is fortunate to be able to work in one of the best communities in the city.
Andrea earned a Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology (Honours) from the University of Western Ontario in 2000 and a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy from Queen’s University in 2005. Through her extensive post-education training and work experience, she is able to offer a unique blend of therapy to help clients optimize their health.
As a certified Stott Pilates instructor since 2008, Andrea has found pilates to be an invaluable tool used to help patients prevent injury, build strength and regain function through one-on-one exercise programming.
Andrea is certified in Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation (Gunn IMS), a form of dry needling that can relieve pain and dysfunction by affecting how the nervous system operates. Andrea has also been practicing acupuncture since 2005 with certified training through the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute. These skills allow her to treat clients effectively to help reduce pain, improve function and restore balance in the body.
With advanced training in Pelvic Health Physiotherapy, Andrea has been a certified Pelvic Health Physiotherapist for the last ten years. She has completed Levels 1 to 4 through Pelvic Health Solutions, which allows her to assess and treat a wide range of pelvic related issues affecting women and men. Working with pelvic physiotherapy patients to help them reach optimum function and improve quality of life is an important and rewarding aspect of Andrea’s practice.
Andrea earned a Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology (Honours) from the University of Western Ontario in 2000 and a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy from Queen’s University in 2005. Through her extensive post-education training and work experience, she is able to offer a unique blend of therapy to help clients optimize their health.
As a certified Stott Pilates instructor since 2008, Andrea has found pilates to be an invaluable tool used to help patients prevent injury, build strength and regain function through one-on-one exercise programming.
Andrea is certified in Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation (Gunn IMS), a form of dry needling that can relieve pain and dysfunction by affecting how the nervous system operates. Andrea has also been practicing acupuncture since 2005 with certified training through the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute. These skills allow her to treat clients effectively to help reduce pain, improve function and restore balance in the body.
With advanced training in Pelvic Health Physiotherapy, Andrea has been a certified Pelvic Health Physiotherapist for the last ten years. She has completed Levels 1 to 4 through Pelvic Health Solutions, which allows her to assess and treat a wide range of pelvic related issues affecting women and men. Working with pelvic physiotherapy patients to help them reach optimum function and improve quality of life is an important and rewarding aspect of Andrea’s practice.
Dave Zelibka
Dave has over 20 years of experience working in sport physiotherapy. He has been a consultant for Athletics Canada at the London 2012, Rio 2016, Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Dave is the primary medical provider for Damian Warner (Olympic record holder in the Decathlon), travelling to all of his training camps and competitions over the past twelve years. He has also worked closely with some of the top track and field athletes in Canada, including Jessica Zelinka (2-time Olympian, heptathlon and 100m hurdles), Perdita Felicien (2-time Olympian and 2-time world champion, 100m hurdles) and Pierce Lepage (Olympian and World Champion, Decathlon).
Before moving to Ontario in 2012, Dave worked as a preferred provider for the Canadian Sport Institute in Calgary, working with elite athletes competing in track and field, freestyle skiing, canoeing, kayaking, swimming, speed skating, and water polo.
Dave is a clinical instructor for the Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation education program (Gunn IMS) run through the University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine. Gunn IMS is a specialized form of dry needling to treat chronic pain, repetitive strain, and sports injuries.
Dave graduated from the University of Alberta in 2005 with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy. He has also completed training through the Barcelona Schroth Physical Therapy School. The school teaches physiotherapists advanced techniques for treating children and adults with scoliosis based on the concepts developed by Katharina Schroth.
Before moving to Ontario in 2012, Dave worked as a preferred provider for the Canadian Sport Institute in Calgary, working with elite athletes competing in track and field, freestyle skiing, canoeing, kayaking, swimming, speed skating, and water polo.
Dave is a clinical instructor for the Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation education program (Gunn IMS) run through the University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine. Gunn IMS is a specialized form of dry needling to treat chronic pain, repetitive strain, and sports injuries.
Dave graduated from the University of Alberta in 2005 with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy. He has also completed training through the Barcelona Schroth Physical Therapy School. The school teaches physiotherapists advanced techniques for treating children and adults with scoliosis based on the concepts developed by Katharina Schroth.