Our team

We are a team of physios, doctors, coaches, and athletes.

Jamie Kavanagh, MScPT, BHSc
Physiotherapy, Westshore clinic

Jamie Kavanaugh profile with blond hair, bright eyes, and a warm physiotherapy smile.

Jamie completed her Masters of Science in Physiotherapy at the University of Birmingham. She uses manual techniques, exercises, and education to help her patients get back to what’s important to them. 

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Hatty Skinner, MPT, BSc
Physiotherapy, Westshore clinic

Hatty Skinner stands in the hallway at a university smiling through her epic glasses.


Hatty completed her Masters of Physical Therapy at the University of Manitoba, where she learned to integrate manual therapy, exercise science, and education into helping people get back out there.

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Joshua Grawbarger, MScPT, BScKin
Physiotherapy, Westshore clinic

Joshua Grawbarger, Physiotherapist, stands smiling in a west coast rainforest, with the sun beaming through the trees.

Joshua completed his Master’s of Science in Physiotherapy from McMaster University. He has worked with varsity athletes at the University of Waterloo and volunteered in a low back research lab.

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Remy Roest, BScPT
Physiotherapy, Westshore clinic

Remy Roest, physiotherapist, smiles with a turquoise shirt and red hair.

Remy is a physiotherapist originally from the Netherlands. He recently moved to Vancouver Island. He specializes in musculoskeletal issues, ranging from spine related problems to knee and hip pain.

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Shannon Kennedy, MPT, BScKin
Physiotherapy, Westshore clinic

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Shannon has a degree in kinesiology and has worked in both sports medicine and acute care contexts. She has a Master’s of Physical Therapy and is active in competitive international rowing.

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Oksana Pankova, MPT
Physiotherapy, Oak Bay clinic

Oksana Pankova smiles, wearing a green shirt, with her long red hair framing her face.

Oksana has a passion for health and fitness and has graduated from University of Manitoba with a Master’s degree in Physiotherapy.

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Thomas Zhou, MPT, BKIN
Physiotherapy, Oak Bay clinic

Thomas Zhou stands in front of Arbutus Physiotherapy & Health Centre.

Thomas is a graduate of the Master’s of Physiotherapy program at UBC. He has IMS and Acupuncture Canada certification, has a biomechanical bike fit certification.

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André Prescott, MPT, BScKin
Physiotherapy, Oak Bay clinic

André Prescott smiles standing outside in a park at an event while the sun sets in the background on a clear sky.

André has a Master’s of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of British Columbia and a kinesiology degree from the University of Victoria. He enjoys squash, tennis, snowboarding, swimming, rock climbing, badminton, and weight lifting.

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Kezia Dawes, MScPT, BKin
Physiotherapy, Oak Bay clinic

Kezia Dawes is a physiotherapist in Victoria BC (MScPT, BScKin)

Kezia Dawes has an MScPT from the University of Alberta. She works with athletes, dancers, runners, climbers, new moms, and kids.

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Emily Topp, MPT, BScKin
Physiotherapy, Oak Bay clinic

Emily Jackson, physiotherapist, on Oak Bay Ave, smiling in the sunlight.

Emily has a degree in kinesiology from the University of Victoria and a Master’s degree from the University of BC.

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Connor Willis, MScPT, BScKin
Physiotherapy, Clinic Director

Connor Willis leans on the front desk at Arbutus.

Connor completed his Master’s in Physical Therapy from McMaster University. He is certified as a Vestibular Therapist. He has been heavily involved in soccer, football, and rugby.

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Brandon Warren, MScPT, BScKin
Physiotherapy, Oak Bay clinic

Brandon Warren, Physiotherapist in Victoria, smiles happily.

Brandon studied Kinesiology at the University of New Brunswick, where he was a member of the varsity team. He was a two-time team captain, six-time open water swim champion and helped coach the 2013 NB Canada Games Swim Team.

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Taylor Chestnut, MPT, BScKin
Physiotherapy, Oak Bay clinic

Taylor Chestnut, physiotherapist, stands at the oceanside on Vancouver Island.

Taylor has a Master’s of Physical Therapy from UBC, and she won the Jamie Cassels Research Award getting her Kinesiology degree at UVic. Taylor works with ageing adults to help them to maximize mobility and fitness.

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Madi Campbell, MScPT, BKin
Physiotherapy, Oak Bay clinic

Madi Campbell, physiotherapist, smiles wearing her cool glasses, while her hair blows around her face.

Madi has a Master’s of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Alberta and a BScKin from the University of Saskatchewan where she ran on the cross country team. She is training for an Ironman Triathlon.

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Kennedy Tralnberg, MScPT
Physiotherapy, Oak Bay clinic

Kennedy Tralnberg, physiotherapist, smiles with the city spreading out behind her.

Kennedy has a Master’s in Physiotherapy from the U of A, where she was a three-time Alberta Graduate Excellence Scholarship award recipient. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology with Distinction.

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Ashley Scopick, MPT
Physiotherapy, Oak Bay clinic

Ashley Fradette, Arbutus Physio, MPT

Ashley is involved in distance running, works with athletes to help them meet their goals and has a Master’s in Physiotherapy from the University of British Columbia. She also enjoys cycling, hiking, camping and various team sports.

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Lena Walther, MPT, BScKin
Physiotherapy, Oak Bay clinic

Lena is an award winning physio with a Master’s of Physical Therapy from UBC, and an honours degree in Kinesiology from UVic. She did research for a thesis with the Theoretical and Applied Neuroscience Lab at UVic.

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Mike Neill
Athletic Testing

Mike Neill stands coaching an athlete.

Mike is a coach and a former professional Triathlete with 26 Ironman finishes. Mike is NCCP certified, and is the Head Coach of Human Powered Racing Canada.

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Rayanne Bimb, BScKin
Kinesiology

Rayanne Bimb, kinesiologist, stands beaming in the hallway at the Westshore clinic.

Rayanne graduated from the University of Victoria with a degree in Kinesiology. She’s a registered kinesiologist and swim instructor.

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Sandy Wilson, BScPT
Physiotherapy

Sandy Wilson stands in clinic hall at Arbutus Health Centre

Arbutus Physiotherapy & Health Centre is owned and operated by Sandy Wilson, BScPT. Sandy is a registered member of the Physiotherapy Association of British Columbia. She is an avid runner and triathlete.

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Dr. Kim McQueen
Naturopathy

Dr. Kim McQueen stand ready to help.

For more than 15 years Dr. Kim McQueen has supported athletes from Rowing Canada, Rugby Canada, ice dance, track and field, and national triathletes to help them reach their goals.

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Kathi Ells
Business Manager

Kathi Ells stands outside of the physiotherapy clinic on Oak Bay Ave.

Kathi Ells is a born & raised Oak Bay gal. She is a fitness industry buff and teaches several online Pilates, Yoga, and Spin classes.

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Hailey Frampton
Westshore Administrative Manager

Hailey Frampton sits on a rocky beach in Victoria with a placid Salish Sea in the background, at sunset.

Hailey is an avid hiker and is interested in health sciences. Find her at the front desk at our Westshore location.

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Natasha Watson
Oak Bay Administrative

Natasha Watson, office administrator.

Natasha Watson makes things happen for us in the front office. She was a soccer player and has moved onto mom-coaching.

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Mackenzie Wensauer
Oak Bay Administrative Manager

Mackenzie Wensauer smiles in a black shirt in front of the Eiffel Tower.

Mackenzie is a swimmer and lifeguard and is at the Oak Bay location.

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Rachel Kirkham
Westshore Administrative Manager

Rachel Kirkham smiles widely, outside with the Red Barn Market showing in the background, at the physiotherapy clinic in Oak Bay.

Rachel loves to have fun with our patients. Find her at our Westshore location!

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Emily Jundzis
Westshore Administrative

Emily is a personal trainer and is passionate about health and wellness.

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Olivia Leyden
Oak Bay Administrative

Olivia is passionate about healthy development across the lifespan.

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Willow McPeak
Oak Bay Administrative

Willow plays volleyball, loves going for runs, and works at our Oak Bay location.

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Richelle Osborne
Westshore Administrative

A farm field with an open sky above.

Coming soon!

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Jaxon Pearce
Oak Bay Administrative

Jaxon is interested in environmental biology and human physiology.

Jaxon is interested in environmental biology and human physiology.

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What our patients say about us

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They are all friendly

“All therapists are great! I have been to two physiotherapists and one kinesiologist to improve my health issues. They are all very friendly, listen and help you with your issues. I would recommend this place 100%.” Janette Poulin
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Always feel better after

“Awesome, always feel better after.” Sherri Marion
Elizabeth giles review

My life has seriously been changed!

“I wouldn’t be where I am today without Ashley. I was in such acute pain with sciatica all the way down to my foot. I had burning nerve pain and restricted movement for nearly a year – I couldn’t even walk my dogs for 15 minutes without limping home and needing to ice myself for…
kaitlyn ann review

One of the most medically rewarding journeys I’ve been through

“I’ve been to plenty of physiotherapists across Victoria, and none of them have lived up to the standard that Connor Willis delivers! I was referred from Babylon Telus to Dr. Thibodeau (who is also incredibly amazing), who suggested I go to physio. From Dr. Thibodeau’s suggestion, I decided to try their in house physiotherapists, since…
Tony Zarsadias

My rehabilitation program was easy to follow

“Sandy Wilson is the consummate professional. My running injury was diagnosed efficiently, the treatment was highly effective and my rehabilitation program was easy to follow. What more could one ask for?” Tony Zarsadias
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Provided a plan to help

“Took time to assess, had a clear plan to help me with my shoulder. Joseph has a kind, professional style.” – Jean Brodie
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Great service, thorough

“Great service. Thorough and professional.” Linda Biddington
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Exceptional, evidence-based care

“I’ve been a client at Arbutus Physiotherapy for about 7 years and have been treated by many practitioners in both their locations. Arbutus Physiotherapy provides exceptional evidence-based care; the staff there are easily accessible and I’ve had a significant improvement in my health and well being as a result of regular treatment. They have a…
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I look forward to my appointments

“Lena is the best! I had a difficult time finding a physiotherapist I could click with and would listen to my concerns. Now I look forward to my appointments and the positive environment the entire clinic brings. She is extremely talented in what she does, and I can’t recommend her enough. The outcome, and care…