OUR TEAM

OUR TEAM

At Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness, our team of skilled professionals is dedicated to providing personalized, one-on-one care across multiple disciplines, including physiotherapy, chiropractic, massage therapy, acupuncture, naturopathy, and more. Get to know our team below.

Physiotherapists

  • melissa-padilla
    Physiotherapist, Co-Owner
    Melissa Padilla
    Melissa Padilla is a Registered Physiotherapist and Co-Owner at Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness, located in North Edmonton. Melissa Padilla is a dedicated physiotherapist with a client-centered approach to care. With over 18 years of professional experience, she has supported individuals of all ages in regaining their strength, mobility, and confidence....
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  • Jessica-Mahé
    Physiotherapist, Co-Owner
    Jessica Mahe
    Jessica Mahé is a Registered Physiotherapist, Co-Owner at Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness, located in North Edmonton. Jessica Mahé is a dedicated physiotherapist committed to delivering exceptional care tailored to each individual. She believes in empowering her patients with the knowledge and tools they need to manage their health effectively. Jessica...
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  • Kranthi Prakash
    Physiotherapist
    Kranthi Prakash
    Kranthi Prakash is a Registered Physiotherapist at Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness, located in North Edmonton. Kranthi Prakash is deeply committed to helping her clients achieve optimal health and well-being. She approaches each patient with professionalism, care, and a genuine dedication to understanding their unique needs. With extensive experience treating a...
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  • Shantel-Reyes
    Physiotherapist
    Shantel Reyes
    Shantel Reyes is a Registered Physiotherapist at Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness, located in North Edmonton. Shantel is a highly dedicated physiotherapist committed to supporting clients in achieving their rehabilitation goals. With a focus on personalized care, she empowers individuals to regain their strength, mobility, and confidence in a compassionate and...
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  • Kelly-Burlet
    Physiotherapist
    Kelly Burlet
    Kelly Burlet is a Registered Physiotherapist at Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness, located in North Edmonton. Kelly is a dedicated physiotherapist with years of experience helping clients achieve their health and rehabilitation goals. She is known for her compassionate approach and commitment to delivering high-quality care tailored to each individual’s unique...
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  • Andrea Tallas, Physiotherapist
    Physiotherapist
    Andrea Tallas
    Andrea Tallas is a Registered Physiotherapist at Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness, located in North Edmonton. Andrea is a highly experienced physiotherapist with over 20 years of practice in diverse settings. Her journey has included working in private clinics and owning businesses dedicated to high-quality care. Currently, she provides physiotherapy services...
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Chiropractors

  • KOSTA KAKARELIS
    Chiropractor
    Dr. Kosta Kakarelis
    Dr. Kosta Kakarelis is a licensed Physiotherapist, Co-Owner at Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness, located in North Edmonton. She specializes in providing client- centered care, with a focus on mechanical assessment and treatment of the spine. With a strong commitment to ethical, individualized care, she designs personalized treatment plans tailored to...
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  • Youngoh Kim
    Chiropractor
    Dr. Youngoh Kim
    Dr. Youngoh Kim is a licensed Physiotherapist, Co-Owner at Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness, located in North Edmonton. She specializes in providing client- centered care, with a focus on mechanical assessment and treatment of the spine. With a strong commitment to ethical, individualized care, she designs personalized treatment plans tailored to...
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Naturopathic Doctor

  • Dr-Janet-Trieuw
    Naturopathic Doctor
    Dr. Janet Trieu
    Dr. Janet Trieu is a Naturopathic Doctor at Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness, located in North Edmonton. She is passionate about empowering families to achieve lasting health and well-being. Her journey into naturopathic medicine began with a personal exploration of holistic wellness, inspiring her commitment to natural approaches to health. Today,...
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  • Dr-Melvia-Agbeko-Odemakpore
    Naturopathic Doctor
    Dr. Melvia Agbeko Odemakpore
    Dr. Melvia Agbeko Odemakpore is a Naturopathic Doctor at Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness, located in North Edmonton. Dr. Agbeko is a dedicated Naturopathic Doctor with over a decade of experience serving individuals and families in Ontario and Alberta. She is deeply committed to fostering holistic health and well-being through evidence-based...
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TCM Acupuncturists

  • TAMARA WARSHAWSKI
    Registered Acupuncturist & Registered Massage Therapist
    Tamara Warshawski
    Tamara Warshawski is a Registered Acupuncturist and Registered Massage Therapist at Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness, located in North Edmonton. Tamara is a compassionate and professional healthcare provider who brings over a decade of experience to her clients. Known for her thoughtful and individualized approach, she seamlessly integrates massage therapy and...
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  • Vivian Kwan
    Registered Acupuncturist
    Vivian Kwan
    Vivian Kwan is a licensed Physiotherapist, Co-Owner at Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness, located in North Edmonton. She specializes in providing client- centered care, with a focus on mechanical assessment and treatment of the spine. With a strong commitment to ethical, individualized care, she designs personalized treatment plans tailored to each...
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  • Dr-Alisa-Zou
    Doctor of Acupuncture
    Dr. Alisa Zou
    Dr. Alisa Zou is a passionate Registered Acupuncturist with a deep foundation in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). She combines the principles of TCM with modern techniques to offer personalized care that focuses on restoring balance and promoting overall well-being.
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Massage Therapists

  • TAMARA WARSHAWSKI
    Registered Acupuncturist & Registered Massage Therapist
    Tamara Warshawski
    Tamara Warshawski is a Registered Acupuncturist and Registered Massage Therapist at Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness, located in North Edmonton. Tamara is a compassionate and professional healthcare provider who brings over a decade of experience to her clients. Known for her thoughtful and individualized approach, she seamlessly integrates massage therapy and...
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  • Donata Jankauskiene
    Registered Massage Therapist
    Donata Jankauskiene
    Donata Jankauskiene is a licensed Physiotherapist, Co-Owner at Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness, located in North Edmonton. She specializes in providing client- centered care, with a focus on mechanical assessment and treatment of the spine. With a strong commitment to ethical, individualized care, she designs personalized treatment plans tailored to each...
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  • Natalee Koenig
    Registered Massage Therapist
    Natalee Koenig
    Natalee Koenig is a licensed Physiotherapist, Co-Owner at Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness, located in North Edmonton. She specializes in providing client- centered care, with a focus on mechanical assessment and treatment of the spine. With a strong commitment to ethical, individualized care, she designs personalized treatment plans tailored to each...
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  • Angela Marte
    Registered Massage Therapist
    Angela Marte
    Angela Marte is a licensed Physiotherapist, Co-Owner at Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness, located in North Edmonton. She specializes in providing client- centered care, with a focus on mechanical assessment and treatment of the spine. With a strong commitment to ethical, individualized care, she designs personalized treatment plans tailored to each...
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  • Richelle DeMaglio
    Registered Massage Therapist
    Richelle Demaglio
    Richelle Demaglio is a licensed Physiotherapist, Co-Owner at Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness, located in North Edmonton. She specializes in providing client- centered care, with a focus on mechanical assessment and treatment of the spine. With a strong commitment to ethical, individualized care, she designs personalized treatment plans tailored to each...
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  • Sharleen Heinrichs
    Registered Massage Therapist
    Sharleen Heinrichs
    Sharleen Heinrichs is a licensed Physiotherapist, Co-Owner at Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness, located in North Edmonton. She specializes in providing client- centered care, with a focus on mechanical assessment and treatment of the spine. With a strong commitment to ethical, individualized care, she designs personalized treatment plans tailored to each...
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  • Kelly Ogonoski
    Registered Massage Therapist
    Kelly Ognoski
    Kelly Ognoski is a licensed Physiotherapist, Co-Owner at Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness, located in North Edmonton. She specializes in providing client- centered care, with a focus on mechanical assessment and treatment of the spine. With a strong commitment to ethical, individualized care, she designs personalized treatment plans tailored to each...
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  • EUGENE ORBITA
    Therapy Assistant
    Eugene Orbita
    Eugene Orbita is a licensed Physiotherapist, Co-Owner at Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness, located in North Edmonton. She specializes in providing client- centered care, with a focus on mechanical assessment and treatment of the spine. With a strong commitment to ethical, individualized care, she designs personalized treatment plans tailored to each...
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    Therapy Assistant
    Jasleen Dhami
    Jasleen Dhami is a licensed Physiotherapist, Co-Owner at Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness, located in North Edmonton. She specializes in providing client- centered care, with a focus on mechanical assessment and treatment of the spine. With a strong commitment to ethical, individualized care, she designs personalized treatment plans tailored to each...
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Kinesiologist

  • Haley Bateman, KIN
    Kinesiologist
    Haley Bateman
    Haley Bateman is a licensed Physiotherapist, Co-Owner at Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness, located in North Edmonton. She specializes in providing client- centered care, with a focus on mechanical assessment and treatment of the spine. With a strong commitment to ethical, individualized care, she designs personalized treatment plans tailored to each...
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Support Staff

  • Yannick Mahé
    Clinic Manager, Co-Owner
    Yannick Mahe
    Yannick Mahé is a dedicated Clinic Manager, Co-Owner at Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness in North Edmonton, where he supports the seamless operation of our clinic through accounting and record keeping. With a commitment to ensuring a welcoming and organized environment, Yannick Mahé helps maintain high standards of client satisfaction and...
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  • Roxanne Beresnak 
    Administrator
    Roxanne Beresnak
    Roxanne Beresnak is a dedicated Clinic Manager, Co-Owner at Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness in North Edmonton, where he supports the seamless operation of our clinic through accounting and record keeping. With a commitment to ensuring a welcoming and organized environment, Roxanne Beresnak helps maintain high standards of client satisfaction and...
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  • Belle King
    Receptionist
    Belle King
    Belle King is a dedicated Clinic Manager, Co-Owner at Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness in North Edmonton, where he supports the seamless operation of our clinic through accounting and record keeping. With a commitment to ensuring a welcoming and organized environment, Belle King helps maintain high standards of client satisfaction and...
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  • Kyra Perry
    Receptionist
    Kyra Perry
    Kyra Perry is a dedicated Clinic Manager, Co-Owner at Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness in North Edmonton, where he supports the seamless operation of our clinic through accounting and record keeping. With a commitment to ensuring a welcoming and organized environment, Kyra Perry helps maintain high standards of client satisfaction and...
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  • Victoria Russell, Receptionist
    Receptionist
    Victoria Russell
    Victoria Russell is a dedicated Clinic Manager, Co-Owner at Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness in North Edmonton, where he supports the seamless operation of our clinic through accounting and record keeping. With a commitment to ensuring a welcoming and organized environment, Victoria Russell helps maintain high standards of client satisfaction and...
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  • Rebecca Silver
    Receptionist
    Rebecca Silver
    Rebecca Silver is a dedicated Clinic Manager, Co-Owner at Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness in North Edmonton, where he supports the seamless operation of our clinic through accounting and record keeping. With a commitment to ensuring a welcoming and organized environment, Rebecca Silver helps maintain high standards of client satisfaction and...
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  • Receptionist
    Latchmi Murthi
    Latchmi Murthi is a dedicated Clinic Manager, Co-Owner at Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness in North Edmonton, where he supports the seamless operation of our clinic through accounting and record keeping. With a commitment to ensuring a welcoming and organized environment, Latchmi Murthi helps maintain high standards of client satisfaction and...
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  • Stephanie Russell, Reception
    Receptionist
    Stephanie Russell
    Stephanie Russell is a dedicated Clinic Manager, Co-Owner at Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness in North Edmonton, where he supports the seamless operation of our clinic through accounting and record keeping. With a commitment to ensuring a welcoming and organized environment, Stephanie Russell helps maintain high standards of client satisfaction and...
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  • Therapy Assistant
    Annabel Taylor
    Annabel Taylor is a licensed Physiotherapist, Co-Owner at Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness, located in North Edmonton. She specializes in providing client- centered care, with a focus on mechanical assessment and treatment of the spine. With a strong commitment to ethical, individualized care, she designs personalized treatment plans tailored to each...
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  • Dominic Pilon, Therapy Assistant
    Therapy Assistant
    Dominic Pilon
    Dominic Pilon is a licensed Physiotherapist, Co-Owner at Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness, located in North Edmonton. She specializes in providing client- centered care, with a focus on mechanical assessment and treatment of the spine. With a strong commitment to ethical, individualized care, she designs personalized treatment plans tailored to each...
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