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OUR TEAM
Dr. Michael Takes
Chiropractor
BSc, CSCS, DC - Founder
In 1999, Dr. Takes, received his Doctorate in Chiropractic (DC) and diploma in acupuncture from the National College of Chiropractic in Chicago, Ill. Also in 1999, he received certifications as a strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS) and as an active release technique provider (ART). In 1994, he received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Western Ontario, where he also played varsity soccer.
Presently, Dr. Takes practices at the Dunfield Physio and Rehab Centre and is also the Medical Director at Preszler Injury Lawyers Law Firm.
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His philosophy: The relationship between muscles and joints is very interactive and interdependent. You can’t have an injury to muscle and not affect the joint it crosses and vice versa. It is imperative that treatment addresses both muscles/fascia and joints and is why manipulation, ART® and/or acupuncture play a major role in the treatment plan.
Each patient will receive a customized treatment and rehabilitation program specific to the patient and the injury, which is based on an accurate diagnosis from the most current and evidence based orthopedic and functional tests. After receiving an accurate diagnosis and implementing a combination of soft tissue therapy, acupuncture and rehabilitation, each patient can expect not only their pain to improve but that the core/root problem is being corrected.
Reeja Thomas
Physiotherapist
BPT
Reeja takes a compassionate, individualized approach to care, integrating soft tissue release techniques, Active Release Therapy (ART), and functional exercise prescription to support meaningful, long-term recovery. She has completed Level 1 Pelvic Health training through Pelvic Health Solutions and Level 1 Concussion Management through SHIFT Concussion Management, She also pursues ongoing orthopaedic education through the Advanced Integrated Musculoskeletal (AIM) program with the Canadian Physiotherapy Association.
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Her clinical experience includes motor vehicle accident rehabilitation, orthopaedic conditions, functional deconditioning, sports injuries, post-operative rehabilitation, and pain management. She is passionate about helping individuals move better, feel stronger, and return to the activities that matter most to them. Outside the clinic, she enjoys traveling, swimming, and baking.
Mitchell Caprelli
Physiotherapist
BSc, MSc, MScPT
Mitchell received his Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical Sciences from the University of Guelph. He followed this with a Master of Science degree in Medical Science from the University of Toronto, and subsequently completed his Master of Physical Therapy degree at Western University. His extensive knowledge of medical science is demonstrated in his approach to detail with each individual patient, and his understanding of how biopsychosocial factors can affect an individual’s pain. He holds a certification in Acupuncture and is currently working towards his full orthopaedic specialization through the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapy. When Mitchell is not in the clinic, you can find him on the soccer pitch or exploring different hiking trails in Ontario.
Dr. David Robertson
Chiropractor
Acupuncture and Cupping Provider
BSc, DC, CSCS
Dr. David Robertson is a graduate of the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College. Prior to this, he completed a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Kinesiology from York University. During the time Dr. Robertson was enrolled at CMCC, he worked with Canadian Fitness Professionals incorporated to certify and educate fitness professionals within the Greater Toronto Area.
He focuses on generalized fitness and conditioning while utilizing functional fitness screens and rehabilitation to ensure his patients receive the best treatment possible. He continues to teach and educate fitness professionals to ensure a cohesion exists between the fitness and therapy worlds.
He works alongside multiple gyms throughout the GTA, teaching the important practices of injury prevention in a gym and sport setting. Therapeutic Techniques used are mobilization/manipulation, electroacupuncture, myofascial tissue release, electrotherapy and Cupping Therapy.
Alessandro Marcantonio
Registered Massage Therapist
Alessandro received his Massage Therapy Diploma from ICT Kikkawa College in 2021. Alessandro has always pursued an active lifestyle and hopes to share his passion for health and fitness with everyone he meets. Prior to becoming an RMT, Alessandro was a Certified Personal Trainer with Goodlife Fitness where he found great satisfaction in seeing his clients achieve their goals; whether it was building muscle, improving flexibility, or aiding in the rehabilitation of an injury. As an RMT, he has become adept in techniques varying from Swedish Massage to Myofascial ReleaseTherapy. His goal as a massage therapist is to provide his clients with a concise treatment plan where they can expect to see a reduction in pain and stress levels, and improved joint mobility.
Rodrigo Gomes de Oliveira
Physiotherapy Assistant - Rehab Specialist
CPTN
Rodrigo is a highly motivated Physical, Rehabilitation and Occupational Therapy Assistant. He has more than 8 years experience in wellness and fitness, and including the past 3 years as a physical therapist assistant at PhysioMed. He specializes with helping MVA patients regain mobility and muscle re-conditioning. He is also “First Aid & CPR/AED Level C (BL)” certified in addition to holding a post graduate diploma in weight loss and metabolism from Uniguacu Univ, Brazil in 2022.
Previously, Rodrigo has worked as a Level 3 (GLPTI) Personal Trainer at Goodlife Fitness and privately coached numerous clients helping them achieve their fitness and weight goals. Rodrigo is a dependable rehabilitation specialist physio assistant and a knowledgeable trainer with critical thinking skills and crucial ability to operate under pressure and make valuable changes in his clients life regardless of their age, fitness level or gender.
Kit
Receptionist
