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BSc (Kin) MBBS CCFP(SEM) Dip Sports Med (CASEM)
Medical Director – The Armoury Sports Medicine and Performance Clinic
Team Physician – Hamilton Tiger-Cats, Wilfrid Laurier University
Assistant Clinical Professor, McMaster University
Adjunct Professor, Western University
B.Sc, MD, FRCS(C), Dip Sport Med
BA, DC, FRCCSS(C), CSCS, Acu., ART®
Chiropractic Sports Specialist
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Medical Acupuncture Provider
Active Release Techniques Provider
Dr. Andrew Robb holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Brock University where he also was a member of the Canadian National Championship Baseball Team (98’). He went on to graduate from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College and eventually post graduate fellowship from the Royal College of Chiropractors of Sports Sciences.
Clinical care provided by Dr. Robb is the administration of advanced assessments, including movement-function based approaches, and advanced rehabilitative therapeutics.
Dr. Robb has published in various scientific journals in the areas of soft tissue therapy, baseball biomechanics, shoulder injuries, and functional movements. He is on clinical faculty at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College. Dr. Robb has collaborated with various organizations including, Canadian Athletic Coaching Centre, American Sports Medicine Institute, and Major League Baseball.
Dr. Robb focuses in the area of baseball pitching biomechanics, throwing injuries, and sports performance and conditioning. He is a consultant for various baseball organizations and is also involved with Major League Baseball conducting research. Dr. Robb is published in various sport science journals on the topics of baseball injuries and hip function. He is an international lecturer on the topics of arm, hip, baseball related injury mechanics and movement sciences. He has lectured at Laurier University, Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College, and Brock University.
BSc ND
Dr. Samanta ND specializes in integrative medicine and rejuvenating therapies. His goals are to help patients and workplaces prevent disease and optimize health.
Aaron is a board-certified Naturopathic Doctor in Ontario, with over 15 years clinical experience in multi-disciplinary health facilities, from acute-care to performance gyms.
Academic experience includes a Bachelor of Science in Biology from York University, CSEP fitness testing, and post-grad studies in Naturopathic Medicine from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine.
Continuing education courses & research keeps Aaron abreast medical information and trends. Recent courses include ‘Comprehensive Injection Training’ (PRP, prolotherapy, trigger point), Genomic and new lab tests.
Clients schedule consult Aaron for health goals ranging from chronic conditions through to optimal sports performance. An individualized plan is made utilizing the following therapies & diagnostics.
Therapies:
Diagnostics including:
Dr. Samanta ND has also developed & delivered evidence-based workplace health programs. Through health assessments, plans & tracking, companies and their employees achieve measured benefits.
In his free time, Aaron keeps fit through soccer, MMA, mountain biking, and cross-training. Other healthy pursuits include cooking, coffee, ferments, veg gardening, kids, travel & the elusive mindfulness.
Conditions addressed by Aaron Samanta ND:
Bring Aaron your health questions, concerns, and goals, and share the passion for sustainable & optimal health.
BPHE DC
Dr. Andrew Sauer’s interest in the chiropractic profession began as a University athlete when he experienced the benefits quality treatment has on sports-related injuries. Raised in the Waterloo Region, Dr. Sauer grew up playing football for the Cambridge Lions.
Dr. Sauer completed his Bachelor’s degree in Physical and Health Education from Queen’s University, where he played varsity football throughout his degree. Following graduation he pursued his education in Toronto at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College. In addition to his studies he was heavily involved in the Rehab 2 Performance club, where he introduced his peers to movement-based assessment and treatment techniques.
Dr. Sauer has completed additional training in Functional Integrated Acupuncture, Athletic Movement Assessment (AMA), Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS), RockTape, and Neurodynamic Techniques. He has been part of the medical team for the Toronto Young Nationals Minor Midget AAA hockey team, and has conducted movement and concussion baselines for a variety of teams, including the Toronto Titans, and the Burlington Eagles hockey clubs.
Dr. Sauer will work with you to implement a personalized program that will include a combination of movement assessment, manual therapies, and rehabilitative exercises. His aim is to understand the unique and individual needs of each patient, and will use the best tools available to help you reach your goals.
B.Sc , (DOMP) Manual Osteopath , Strength and Conditioning Specialist, IASTM, FST, AWC, Cupping, Electrotherapy, RNFR
Raymond Gonzalez is an osteopath that specializes in Integrative Manual Therapy and Movement. Raymond completed his Bachelors of Science at Missouri Valley College where he played
Division 1 Baseball, he would then go on to receive his Diploma in Manual Osteopathy as well as obtain many other credentials in the field of manual therapy and performance.
Raymond’s approach is very unique as he treats and trains the body as one deeply
interconnected unit by using advanced training techniques and therapy techniques such as movement- based resistance training, advanced mobility techniques, advanced soft tissue therapy, joint mobilizations, visceral manipulation (organ tissue) and cranial osteopathy (nervous system
manipulation). Raymond as been exposed to the sports performance industry since he was a teenager and has worked around some of the top doctors, performance coaches and therapists in the country.
Raymond has worked and collaborated with patients/clients from all walks of life including Elite
Baseball, Elite Hockey, MMA Fighters, Firefighters, Football, Elite Figure Skaters and much more.
On his time off, Raymond enjoys spending time with his family and being in the great outdoors.
Sayaka Tiessen is a registered physiotherapist and neurofunctional acupuncture provider. She completed her Bachelor of Kinesiology at McMaster University, where she gained experience as a varsity athlete, and a strength and conditioning volunteer. Through her own personal experience of working with athletic trainers and therapists, she decided to pursue her Masters in Physical Therapy at the University of Toronto.
Since graduating, Sayaka has acquired skills in neurofunctional acupuncture, manual therapy, and taping. She also believes in the important role that patient-specific exercises play in the rehabilitation, management, and prevention of injuries for all athletes.
Sayaka is an avid triathlete who most recently competed at the ITU World Championships in the Netherlands. When not training, you can find her scaling the walls at local rock climbing gyms or fueling up with a coffee and pastry.
Jude Lupuliak received her diploma from Kikkawa College of Massage Therapy (Canada).
Jude is a high energy massage therapist with over 26 years of practical experience, in-depth knowledge of human anatomy and intricate understanding of the muscular and skeletal system.
Her specialty is deep tissue clinical and therapeutic massage for recovery of sport and accident related injuries. She has focused on motor vehicle accident injuries, occupational injuries and imbalances of the back, neck and shoulders as well as sports related injuries of the upper and lower limbs, and low back and hip injuries.
She is trained in Swedish, Sports, Deep Tissue, Trigger point, Ayurvedic and Thai massage and is currently a student of the Eric Dalton Art of Mat course.
Jude has worked in the corporate on-site massage and multi-disiplinary clinic industry including a 3 year contract in Hong Kong with Sutherland Chan clinic for the bulk of her career.
After 26 years Jude still finds great satisfaction and enjoyment in helping people feel better and assisting them on the journey of good health.
When not working Jude likes to travel the globe, photo-journaling her cultural experiences. She is also an avid cyclist, and hiker spending a great deal of her downtime outdoors.
After a successful career in the fitness field, Faarah came into massage therapy. Faarah graduated from the Royal Canadian college In Toronto in 2012 Faarah has had a fascination with anatomy since childhood. She has honed her skills as a massage therapist over the years, and enjoys working on clients regardless of age, from children to seniors, and regardless of physical activity level.
Faarah offers a variety of treatments, and truly enjoys treating patients with isorders of pre/post hip replacements, pre/post knee replacements, scoliosis, lower back pain and sciatic nerve impingement.
She also enjoys working on clients who suffer from migraine/headaches, carpal tunnel syndrome, tennis elbow, ankle Sprains and assists with the maintenance and management of
chronic pain.
Always looking to improve herself, Faarah is a lifelong learner who is focused on professional development. When she is not at work, Faarah focuses on her own self care, being a foodie who loves cooking and is an avid swimmer.
Should you have any questions regarding your care, please feel free to email her at:
fdepriest@thearmouryclinic.ca
MSc.OT
Jocelyn is a registered Occupational Therapist (OT) with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario. She completed her Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy at Western University, graduating in 2017. Prior to completing her Masters, she graduated from University of Guelph with an Honours Bachelor of Science degree majoring in Psychology: Brain and Cognition. Jocelyn has varied job experience as an Occupational Therapist at Grand River Hospital, and also working in the community part-time. Jocelyn has a particular interest in acquired brain injury rehabilitation, and the OT role in concussion management. She completed a fieldwork placement with the Paediatric Acquired Brain Injury Community Outreach Program in London, working within an interdisciplinary team to support young clients with an acquired brain injury. Jocelyn believes the OT perspective is so valuable to concussion management and returning to valued daily activities after a concussion, including returning to work, school, or managing symptoms during functional activities of daily living. She excels in a team environment, and is excited to have the opportunity to collaborate with the various disciplines offered at The Armoury.
Samantha is a registered Occupational Therapist with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
Samantha graduated in 2017 from Queen’s University with her Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy. Prior to her Masters degree, Samantha received her Honours BA in Social Development Studies at the University of Waterloo.
Samantha has had the opportunity to work with unique client populations in diverse settings. Clients include pediatric, adult and geriatric populations.
Samantha has worked with persons with physical, neurological, and developmental conditions. Samantha has experience working as part of an interdisciplinary team in both clinical and community settings.
Samantha has a passion for traveling and was able to complete a clinical placement at the KCMC hospital in Moshi, Tanzania. Samantha is committed to delivering holistic and client-centred care and in collaborating with clients to identify meaningful goals and individualized treatment plans.
MSc, BSc, CSCS and PhD
Brendan Pinto has been a Personal Trainer and Strength and Conditioning Coach for almost a decade. He has worked with a number of individuals ranging from beginners to professional athletes with various needs on the spectrum of rehabilitation to performance. He also has experience with various movement disorders and fitness goals.
His research focuses on understanding human movement and how it relates to injury, pain and performance. He has had a unique opportunity to work with world renowned clinicians and researchers. Using scientific and clinical evidence, Brendan has developed an unconventional approach of using exercise to help you attain your goals, whatever they may be.
MSW, RSW, MDiv
Sarah provides counselling and therapy to individuals facing a variety of challenges, including depression, and anxiety. She knows how valuable it is for a person to know that they have been truly heard, and understood.
Sarah completed her Master of Social Work degree at Wilfrid Laurier University, and is a Registered Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. In her clinical training and employment, she has worked with individuals at the London Health Sciences Centre, Homewood Health, Parkwood Institute’s Regional Mental Health Care, and Daya Counselling. In addition, Sarah also has a Master of Divinity degree from Huron University College at Western University, and training in spiritual care. This provides a unique opportunity to bring spirituality into therapy sessions for clients who identify that this type of approach would be helpful.
Outside of work, Sarah loves to be active, and to spend time with family and friends. At present she loves to lift weights, cycle, ski, and has competed in events such as powerlifting, and long distance triathlons. Her experience as an athlete, and passion for sports drives her to want to help all athletes perform at their very best.
BSW, RSW
Mia is a Registered Social Worker and in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW). Mia places great importance on professional development, and continuously takes certificate courses to build on her skills.
Mia provides counselling to individuals struggling with: prioritization, organization skills, goal-setting, time management, as well as facing depression, anxiety and (acute to chronic) stress. Mia provides a welcoming, trusting, safe and non-judgemental environment for each person.
Mia’s social work approach consists of: cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), solution-focused, client-centered and mindfulness. Mia will use a variety of tools and give handouts as necessary in counselling sessions, to find what best works for her clients.
Mia’s practice aligns with the code of ethics and standards of social workers and so she will not be providing any advise or tell you what to do as you are in control of your counselling experience, rather Mia will listen to your words and provide options and helpful alternatives. Mia’s focus as a social worker will be to help her clients enhance their experiences in the present moment, regain hope and mange life’s stressors better.
Interesting Facts:
Mia’s passion and experience working with people with complex needs (acquired brain injury, both visible and none-visible disability) has encourage her to become a committee member at a local organization. Mia actively supports the board of directs to revise agency policies to provide meaningful services to people with complex needs.
Mia is also a freelance poet and painter (oil on canvas).
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