Charlie is full licenced physiotherapist who we are lucky to have returning to the PTRC! Before embarking on his Physical Therapy degree, Charlie completed his Bachelor’s in Kinesiology at UBC. During his undergraduate program, Charlie gained experience working with various clinical populations both as fitness instructor at the UBC Bodyworks gym, and as a volunteer at the Rocksteady Boxing program. He is also a certified Krav Maga Global self-defence instructor and currently teaches during his spare time. Charlie is a lifelong athlete and enjoys playing a variety of different sports including rugby, hockey, soccer and combat sports. He also served 2-years in the Singapore Armed Forces as an officer in the military as part of his conscription duties. Throughout his journey in sports and in the military, Charlie has experienced many injuries and saw the importance of exceptional Physical Therapy and the impact it had on improving overall function and outlook. As a Physiotherapist, Charlie aims to empower his clients through exercise and movement to help them achieve their goals.

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Taylor graduated from the University of Alberta in 2019 with a Masters of Science in Physical Therapy degree. Before that, he studied kinesiology at the University of Calgary. He also completed a Bachelor of Music degree in Jazz Studies from Vancouver Island University in 2014. Since beginning his career in 2019, he has sought to expand his knowledge in physiotherapy by completing more than 20 continuing education courses, participating in journal clubs, and staying up-to-date with the most recent and relevant rehabilitation medicine science. He also has a passion for teaching and passing on knowledge with activities such as supervising students on clinical placement, as a Clinical Skills Assistant for physiotherapy courses at UBC, and delivering webinars and info sessions to both colleagues and the general public.

Taylor enjoys being involved in the rehabilitation of a wide range of clientele and has vast experience with treating various injuries (both his own and other people’s), including sports injuries and overuse injuries. He is currently involved in research as a physiotherapist, delivering chair-based exercise programs via telehealth to individuals who have experienced strokes. He also regularly volunteers with a local theatre group, the Arts Club Theatre Company, offering physiotherapy services to cast and crew members.

In addition to his designations as a physiotherapist, Taylor also holds a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist designation from the National Strength and Conditioning Association.

Outside of work, Taylor enjoys walking on trails with his dogs, reading as many books as possible, watching films, and exploring new (and old) vegan recipes and restaurants.

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Natalie Marshall is a licensed physiotherapist that completed her MPT program at UBC. Before entering the program, Natalie completed her undergraduate degree in Kinesiology at the University of Western Ontario, and then worked as a kinesiologist at two outpatient physiotherapy clinics.

Natalie grew up on the North Shore playing soccer and volleyball competitively, and was first introduced to the physiotherapy profession in highschool when she experienced a series of ankle and knee injuries and saught out a physio in order to return to sport. Nowadays, she enjoys cycling, skiing, running and hiking - anything to be outside!

Natalie’s experience as a kinesiologist in an outpatient orthopedic and neuro setting has given her a unique ability to cater exercises to the patient in front of her. Her previous placements have been a mix of inpatient acute and outpatient settings, working with a variety of populations including acquired brain injury, critical care, acute orthopedic, and outpatient musculoskeletal injuries. She is passionate about delivering patient centered care and making her assessment and treatment meaningful to the patient. She is keen to help patients get back to doing what they love.

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Gavin is a practicing physiotherapist, having graduated from the UBC Masters of Physical Therapy (MPT) Program. Before the MPT program, Gavin graduated with his bachelor’s and a postgraduate degree in exercise science from the Australian Catholic University in Melbourne. This original degree allowed Gavin to work as an exercise physiologist for several years. During this time, Gavin gained experience working in sub-acute care at a hospital in Melbourne and with high-level sports teams. Gavin has been in Vancouver for over 8 years during which time he worked as a kinesiologist at several private physiotherapy clinics predominantly seeing patients with orthopedic and neurological conditions.

During his time in the MPT program, Gavin developed an interest in how psychological and social factors contribute to an individual’s injury or illness. Gavin enjoys working with individuals to find out how we can best mitigate those factors to help clients reach their goals.

In his spare time, Gavin enjoys discovering what BC has to offer on pedal, foot, or rope and harness. He also enjoys spending time with his growing family and going on walks with his dog.

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