Meet our new practicing kinesiologist, Zoë Stocker!
Zoë Stocker is walking’s number one fan.
Rachel Kirkham chats about being kind to yourself, house plants, and being a UK soccer fan in Canada
Talking with Rachel about plants, being a UK soccer fan in Canada, and why she loves advocating for her physio patients.
James Lobb on climbing, the benefits of hang-boarding, and how tree planting shaped his physiotherapy practice
We sat down with James recently on a hot afternoon in August to chat. If you’re a climber in Victoria you might see him at one of the many beautiful outdoor climbing spots, at the climbing gyms, or in his clinic office!
Margaret Trajan on circus school, being a patient, and why “soft skills” are critical in physiotherapy
We had the great pleasure of catching up with Margaret to talk with her about how a career as a semi-professional dancer led her to physiotherapy and why she thinks being a patient has played such a big role in her work.
Emily Jackson on backcountry camping, perspective shifts, and being active at any age
It was our pleasure to interview Emily Jackson and chat about how she got into physiotherapy, why she thinks hiking battles are fun, and why Stephen King writes the best books.
Kayaking, skating, and the Canadian Rockies: Getting to know Jacqueline McAllister
We met Jacqueline McAllister over the internet to chat with her about physiotherapy practice, living in BC, and pelvic floor health expertise.
Sprinting, kinesiology, and moving to Victoria: Getting to know Maciek Krolikowski
We spoke online with Maciek Krolikowski to talk about the difference between kinesiology and physiotherapy, connecting with patients, and the move from the prairies to the west coast.
Hockey, physio, and moving to Victoria: Getting to know Thomas Zhou
We met Thomas Zhou over the internet to chat with him about growing up playing hockey, moving to Victoria, and connecting with others through Zoom workouts.
Fueling for the work at hand with Dr. Kim McQueen ND
Arbutus’ resident Naturopath, Dr. Kim McQueen ND, discusses physical exams, working with athletes, and why calculators are her favourite tool of the trade.
From surf spots to inner-ear physio gear, get to know Andrew Mills
We met for a morning Zoom chat with Andrew Mills to learn about travelling as a physiotherapist, surfing with toddlers, and why the vestibular system is so important.
Lena Walther on podcasts, zoom HIIT class, and the upside of telerehab
We sat down for virtual coffee with one of our newest physiotherapists, Lena Walther. She told us about pelvic floor health, imposter syndrome, and dreaming about post-pandemic travels.
Shannon Kennedy talks rowing, Olympics, and not making sourdough
Shannon worked in Sports Medicine, and took shifts on an orthopaedic trauma floor before deciding to come to Arbutus Physio. We are very grateful that Shannon met up with us…
A digital meetup and interview with Brandon Warren
We met Brandon Warren for a chat over the interwebs to talk about moving East to West, physiotherapy, and getting outside. Thank you for your time, warmth, and generosity, Brandon! …
Coaching and fundraising with Rob Dibden
We connected with Rob Dibden to talk about adapting to COVID-19, the Triathlon of Compassion, and staying motivated. Rob has been involved in triathlon since 1997, coaching since 2002, and…
Courtenay to Victoria with a few detours for physiotherapist Connor Willis
Connor did his undergrad here in Victoria, and his Master’s in Hamilton. And he grew up just a few hours North in Courtenay. We talked about rugby, the benefits of…
Stephanie Holbrook talks massage therapy, kinesiology, and the importance of back rows
Stephanie Holbrook sat down with us to drink coffee, tell us about growing up in Campbell River, and tell us a little bit about herself, her family, and the Victoria Marathon…
