Physiotherapy, Chiropractic & Wellness Clinic in Calgary NE: Optimum Wellness Centres Sunridge

Dr. Cameron received her BSc in Kinesiology at Simon Fraser University in Vancouver. She then worked in a chiropractic office in Calgary for 2 years. After witnessing the tremendous benefits that chiropractic offers, she moved to Toronto to complete the four-year chiropractic program at Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College.

Dr. Cameron volunteers her time as a member of the interview team for acceptance to the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College. Also, she is an examiner with the Canadian Chiropractic Examining Board and held a position on the Medical Advisory Board with the World Health Club in Calgary. Her approach to treatment focuses on the principle that optimal joint function is based on proper soft tissue function and vice versa. She utilizes various soft tissue therapies, including active release therapy, Kinesio taping, prescription of individualized exercises and stretches, and traditional chiropractic adjusting techniques. Emphasis is also placed on rehabilitation to improve strength, flexibility, and mobility. As well, dietary modifications or supplementation advice is given when indicated.

Dr. Nathan Frostad grew up in Southern Alberta before moving to Calgary to complete his Bachelor of Science in human biology at Ambrose University. He then completed his Doctor of Chiropractic degree in Portland, Oregon, at the University of Western States, where he graduated with honours.

Dr. Frostad’s treatment approach is varied in nature, with a focus on chiropractic adjusting, soft tissue therapies, and exercises. He prioritizes patient education and gives the patients control over their care. He believes that every patient is unique and develops a treatment plan specifically for them, not only to get them out of pain but to get them moving optimally and empower them to pursue movement and healthy living.

Born in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, Dr. Bakhtiyarova moved to Calgary at the age of four. During her high school years, Dr. Bakhtiyarova competed in swimming, rugby, and soccer, which sparked her interest in sports. She became a trainer for the (Senior Boys Basketball and Volleyball Teams) and had a strong interest in sports medicine and human kinetics. Dr. Bakhtiyarova studied Kinesiology at the University of Lethbridge in 2017. After that, she moved to Portland, Oregon, where she graduated from the University of Western States with honours as a Doctor of Chiropractic and earned a Bachelor of Science in Human Biology.

Dr. Bakhtiyarova’s greatest passion when it comes to chiropractic care is addressing her patients concerns while ensuring they fully understand the symptoms they are experiencing. She is dedicated in making her patients feel comfortable and at ease during treatment. Dr. Bakhtiyarova places a strong emphasis on trying to always identify the underlying cause of the patients’ symptoms to help create a customized treatment plan specific for the patient. She firmly believes that movement is medicine and is essential in maintaining a balanced and healthy lifestyle.

When not in clinic, Dr. Bakhtiyarova enjoys swimming, trying new coffee shops in the city, watching her favourite TV shows, and spending time with her family and friends!!

Dr. Arman Bonyadi Behrouz, ND, graduated from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM) in Toronto, Ontario. He is registered with the College of Naturopathic Doctors of Alberta (CNDA) and is a member of the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND).

He has worked for 4 years as a physician’s assistant at the Integrative Clinic and has extensive experience with natural treatment modalities and a wide range of health concerns. During his one-year internship at the Robert Schad Naturopathic Clinic in the CCNM, he had an opportunity to work under Dr. Jonathan Prousky’s supervision focusing on mental health disorders. 

Before becoming a naturopathic doctor, he practiced as a medical doctor in Iran for more than 13 years in the field of mental health disorders. After immigrating to Canada, Dr. Behrouz decided to use his knowledge and experience in naturopathic medicine as a naturopathic doctor.

Dr. Mitra provides an extensive range of natural and alternative therapies, including Tui Na massage, Gua sha, dry needling, reflexology, active release techniques, and electroacupuncture, to address various health concerns. These treatments encompass pain management, injuries, aesthetic skin rejuvenation, mental health, menopause, sleep issues, and overall well-being. As an Acupuncturist and Doctor of traditional Chinese medicine, Dr. Mitra aims to offer personalized and safe treatments to her patients. Through an integrative and holistic approach, she helps patients achieve health and wellness. Moreover, Dr. Mitra strives to educate patients about making positive changes to maintain a balanced life. With her expertise and understanding of the challenges within the healthcare system, she aspires to play a crucial role in her patient’s healthcare journey and significantly improve their well-being.

Alisha holds a Master’s degree in counselling psychology and works in Calgary. She has volunteered as a victim support worker with the Calgary Police Service and she provides counselling to clients from culturally diverse backgrounds. Some of the more common issues she works with include: depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress / trauma, pain management / rehabilitation, sleep issues, concussion management, stress management and adjusting to life changes, improving coping skills and emotional regulation, return-to-work issues, Motor Vehicle Accidents (MVAs), and WCB cases. She is an approved provider through WCB Alberta and also works with NIHB.

Whether you are struggling or simply want to make improvements in life, Alisha believes that counselling can help. She uses a blend of different therapeutic approaches and skills to help tailor therapy for your individual needs (which may include CBT, ART, PRT, ACT, DBT skills, solution-focused, mindfulness, and client centered approaches). Therapy is a collaborative effort, wherein she can provide you with support to navigate challenges, identify goals, and make changes to improve your quality of life.

Megan is a Registered Psychologist with over eight years of experience across a variety of healthcare settings. She provides collaborative, goal-oriented care that is tailored to each client’s individual needs. Her evidence-based approach focuses on practical strategies that support meaningful, lasting change.

Her areas of practice include anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic pain, neurodivergence, and grief and loss. Megan integrates Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Solution-Focused Therapy to provide personalized treatment that supports measurable progress toward each client’s goals. 

Outside of her practice, Megan enjoys training her Labrador Retriever, visiting amusement parks, and attending retro car shows

Anu completed her physiotherapy degree program at SVIMS University India in 2003. With a huge passion for this noble profession, she has practiced Physiotherapy for more than a decade in a broad spectrum of rehabilitation fields.

Anu has a special interest in treating motor vehicle accidents and work-related conditions. She blends her more than a decade of experience and expertise for quick symptom relief and for best functional outcomes.

For best results, she believes in her skilled hand approach, coupled with evidence-based exercise and electrotherapy condition-specific protocols.

If not at work, she enjoys being busy with her loving daughter.

After completing a bachelor’s degree in physiotherapy from India, Anil has been practicing in Calgary as a physiotherapist since 2014. He has a total of 15 years of physiotherapy experience in various settings in India, Bahrain, and Calgary. He began his career in a private orthopedic hospital. Here he worked in trauma, joint replacement, and rheumatology units. He has extensive experience in rehabilitating all kinds of fractures, joint replacement, and all spinal conditions.

He also has experience dealing with various orthopedic conditions, and MSK injuries like sprain/strain, MVA, and workplace injuries. He uses joint mobilization and soft tissue mobilization combined with modalities, customized exercise programs, and patient education to help improve recovery.

In his spare time, Anil loves to read, travel, and spend time with his family.

Jeril is passionate about Physiotherapy and the role it plays in getting patients back to complete wellness. She enjoys treating Musculoskeletal injuries, Orthopaedic cases, work-related, and whiplash injuries.  Treatment goals are accomplished by providing patient education, and conservative treatment through the use of modalities, corrective exercises, and graduated strengthening programs.  Jeril has a keen interest in healthy living and believes that educating patients about their condition is key, allowing them to be active participants in their care and to resume their previous level of function- optimally achieving a better quality of life.

In her spare time, she spends it with family whether it be indoor activities like baking and playing with her son or doing nature-related activities with friends.  

Tiarra has been practicing as a Physiotherapist since 2018, working with a wide range of populations and conditions including musculoskeletal and orthopedic injuries, as well as patients recovering from motor vehicle accidents (MVA) and workplace injuries (WCB).

She is passionate about helping people recover, regain confidence in their movement, and return to their everyday activities and quality of life. Tiarra takes a collaborative, patient-centered approach to care, using a combination of manual therapy techniques, targeted stretching, and individualized exercise programs to support each patient’s recovery and personal goals.

Outside of the clinic, Tiarra enjoys staying active by going on hikes and practicing Pilates.

Vignon Ahouandjinou graduated from the 2-year Massage Therapy program at CDI College in Calgary. Her skills include Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, lymphatic drainage, hydrotherapy, and remedial exercise.

She is caring and dedicated to her clients and always makes sure they received effective treatment that meets the needs of each of them.

She enjoys reading, cooking, and spending time with friends and family.

Tess is a Registered Massage Therapist and a current member of the Remedial Massage Therapist Association. She attended school at the Professional Institute of Massage Therapy in Calgary, where she achieved her 1100-hour Massage Therapy diploma in 2012. Continuing her studies there also completed the 2200-hour Massage Therapy diploma in 2013 upon her graduation.

She specializes in therapeutic massage therapy and has taken courses to expand her scope of deep tissue therapy. Tess is trained in several massage techniques, including Swedish massage, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, and hydrotherapy.

Wendy (RMT) began her career early. In 1996 she graduated from the Mount Royal Massage Therapy program and continued to further her education with Orthopedic Massage in 2015. At an early age, she realized the natural healing benefits surrounded by family members that practiced the traditions of natural medicine and alternative health to benefit those in need.

Wendy specializes in deep tissue therapy as well as myofascial release with the use of myofascial cupping. Those with injuries, back pain, and everyday aches will benefit from Wendy’s knowledge and strength.

Alisha Grover is a dedicated Registered Massage Therapist at our Sunridge clinic, passionate about helping patients restore balance, reduce pain, and improve mobility. She brings a diverse range of therapeutic techniques to her treatments, including Swedish (relaxation) massage, deep tissue, sports massage, pregnancy massage, myofascial release, and both external and internal TMJ therapy.

Alisha also incorporates trigger point therapy into her sessions to provide targeted relief and long-lasting results. Fluent in English, Punjabi, and Hindi, she creates a comfortable and welcoming environment for clients from all backgrounds.

Whether you’re recovering from an injury, seeking stress relief, or simply prioritizing your wellness, Alisha will tailor your care to meet your individual needs.

I am a compassionate and patient-centred Physiotherapist dedicated to helping patients reduce pain, improve movement, and return to the activities they love. I have experience treating musculoskeletal and MVA/WCB injuries, pelvic health and pelvic floor conditions, TMJ dysfunction, post-surgical rehabilitation, and older adults.

My approach combines evidence-informed treatment, individualized exercise programs, and hands-on techniques to meet each patient’s unique goals. I also have experience with shockwave therapy, therapeutic ultrasound, IFC, TENS, kinesiology taping, and cupping therapy.

I am committed to ongoing professional development and creating a supportive environment where every patient feels heard, informed, and confident in their recovery.

Stanley has been treating patients in the medical profession for 35 years and started in the custom foot orthotic field 20 years ago. His passion for pedorthics drives his ability to find helpful solutions and to share educational information with his patients. He strives to provide the best possible experience in foot care. His patients regularly comment on his thoroughness and attention to detail in his assessments which include an analysis of posture, biomechanical gait movement patterns and lower extremity musculoskeletal function. Video gait analysis provides the ability to visually show the patient exactly when and where their imbalances occur. He encourages his patients to participate in their own recovery by taking the time to educate them about their medical condition, footwear selection, orthotics, compression stockings and home rehabilitation program.

After completing a Bachelor of Physical Education from Brock University, Stanley graduated with a Diploma in Sports Injury Management (Athletic Therapy) from Sheridan College in 1991. He subsequently became a Certified Athletic Therapist in 1992. Stanley worked as the head Athletic Therapist at McMaster University as well as the Canadian national women’s fastpitch softball team for a period of 10 years. He had the honour of attending the 1996 Summer Olympic Games in Atlanta, Georgia as their core medical team practitioner.

In furthering his passion for learning, teaching and treating patients, Stanley became a Canadian Red Cross Emergency Medical Responder Instructor in 2000, a Certified Pedorthic Technician in 2002 and a Certified Pedorthist in 2003. He shared his knowledge and experience by providing instruction to various sports medicine practitioners at the university, college and continuing education levels. Stanley has been a member of the Canadian Athletic Therapist Association since 1990, a Canadian Red Cross Training Partner since 2000, a member of the College of Pedorthics of Canada and the Pedorthic Association of Canada since 2002.

Stanley recharges his energy by engaging in outdoor pursuits and currently participates in white water kayaking, mountain biking, hiking, cross country skiing, along with weight and cardio training. He also enjoys riding his motorcycle in the mountains during the warmer months of the year.