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Gevorg completed his physiotherapy degree at the University of British Columbia (UBC). He has also earned his Bachelor of Kinesiology and Master of Science degrees at UBC. Prior to his career in physiotherapy, he dedicated several years to conducting research in the field of neuromuscular physiology and spinal cord injury at the International Collaboration on Repair Discoveries (ICORD).

As a strong believer in evidence-based practice and his deep commitment to supporting individuals on their challenging path to recovery, Gevorg places a large emphasis on a thorough assessment and tailors his treatment approach to meet the specific needs and goals of his clients. Driven by a passion for connecting with others, he finds fulfillment in spending the time to listen and answer your questions about your injury, rehab, and goals.

Gevorg’s treatment philosophy embodies client-centred care where his goal is to help clients build confidence in managing their own health and empower them to take an active role in their rehabilitation. He combines exercise-based interventions, hands on manual therapy and client education to improve function, work, athletic performance, and overall quality of life of his clients.

Gevorg also thoroughly enjoys working with athletes. Throughout his time at UBC, he gained valuable experience working with the UBC Varsity Men’s soccer team and Richmond Men’s Rugby Club. He has also worked with a variety of athletes at various sporting events including UBC Track and Field, Tennis BC, and Canada Cup Softball tournaments.

Outside of work, Gevorg enjoys hiking, running half marathons, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, playing soccer, and keeping up to date with the English Premier League.

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Durwin Foster, MA, RCC, CCC, is a Registered Clinical Counsellor here in B.C., and a Canadian Certified Counsellor at the national level. Trained in integral psychotherapy, Durwin is also a Certified Integral Therapist. Each of us is internally motivated to feel whole; when we have a concussion, unfortunately, we no longer feel that way. Additionally, we may be struggling with pain, irritability, confusion, and other post-traumatic symptoms. Whatever are your particular symptoms giving you that feeling of being fragmented, Durwin will bring to you his 7 years experience as an anger management specialist and more than 20 years of total professional education. Durwin takes seriously the principle that to be an effective helper, he needs to engage in ongoing professional development and “deliberate practice”. For example, Durwin completed all required doctoral level coursework and practice in supervision, while also performing research on the benefits of mindfulness practice. A recipient of the Mind and Life Institute’s Varela Memorial Award, he was once invited to a conference with His Holiness the Dalai Lama on the topic of contemplative practices and health. Durwin’s most recent professional development has included education in chronic pain management from PainBC, embodied trauma healing, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, the Ideal Parent protocol for resolving attachment insecurities, and Full-Spectrum Mindfulness, an approach that combines mindfulness with developmental psychology to help us to integrate any of our unmet needs from our past. All of these approaches are combined into a counselling approach that is sensitive to our diverse cultural, gender and class identities. An interview of Durwin discussing his approach can be found on Youtube, here. After your concussion, you want to feel whole again, and Durwin can help you get there.

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Born and raised on the North Shore, Jasmine is a highly-dedicated and compassionate physiotherapist with a keen interest in concussion management and vestibular disorders. Jasmine is a graduate of the University of British Columbia, where she proudly earned her Master of Physical Therapy degree. She brings a unique perspective to her practice, having personally experienced the challenges of a concussion journey. Her firsthand understanding drives her commitment to helping others return to the activities they love.

Jasmine’s passion lies in finding innovative and creative solutions to aid her patients in returning to the activities they love most. She understands that every individuals recovery journey is highly personal, and she’s dedicated to incorporating the latest research into her treatment plans to ensure her methods are evidence-based. She knows that the road to recovery can be challenging, but with her guidance, dedication, and experience, she’s here to support you every step of the way.

She has completed additional training in Advanced Vestibular Rehabilitation and currently holds her Level 1 Certificate from the Orthopaedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association.

Outside of the clinic, you can find Jasmine biking up and through the North Shore mountains, enjoying a competitive round of golf, hiking, or skiing on a powder day.

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Meet Steven, our occupational therapist with a passion for helping clients recover from concussions and navigate the challenges of concussion rehabilitation. With a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience and a Master of Occupational Therapy from the University of Toronto, Steven has experience working with clients who have arthritis and stroke survivors.

At ACC, Steven works with clients to manage their concussion symptoms, provide care navigation support, and create customized cognitive rehabilitation plans. He also specializes in helping clients return to work, studies, and meaningful activities.

With clients, Steven strives to promote their personal agency and a sense of hope. He wants to help clients cope with the ups and downs in their recovery journeys and realize that “You can’t stop the waves, but you can learn to surf.”

In his free time, Steven enjoys learning new languages, reading, swimming, and exploring Vancouver’s beaches and hiking trails.

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Laurren (la-wren) Iacobellis (she/her) grew up on the north shore and holds a BA from the University of British Columbia and a Masters Degree in Counselling Psychology from City University of Seattle. She is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors. Laurren has accumulated many hours of experience with clients who are going through post-motor vehicle accident recovery. She helps clients navigate chronic pain, heal from medical trauma, clinical depression, loss or change of employment, and chronic anxiety or phobia. She is passionate about post-recovery growth.

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Munira Karimi is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and professional member of Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA). She graduated with Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) from Yorkville University and BSc Economics from University of London. Additionally, she also has Certificate in Healthcare Management from The University of Georgia, and Certificate in Mental Health First Aid Basic from Mental Health Commission of Canada.

She believes in building and maintaining positive relationship through supportive and empathic listening, and by being sensitive to diversity and multiculturalism. She is well versed with collectivistic and individualistic cultures.

She works with a wide variety of topics, including anxiety, trauma/PTSD, emotional dysregulation, depression, procrastination, cognitive reframing, anger management, grief, and low self-esteem in addition to emotional and cognitive symptoms related to concussion. She uses integrative approach and utilizes tools from evidence-based models such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness CBT, Emotional Focused Therapy (EFT), and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT). Her approach to psychotherapy is from a non-judgmental and collaborative stance. Her goal is to create a warm and welcoming environment where it’s safe to explore personal challenges. She helps to facilitate conversation that deepens clients’ understanding of themselves and how they perceive the world. She is multilingual and fluent in English, Urdu, Hindi, Gujarati, and Bahasa Melayu.

Munira Karimi, MACP, RC

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Kyle Madarieta is the new Kinesiologist at ACC. He was born in the Philippines and moved to Canada when he was 12. Kyle is an active person and his love for sports influenced him to complete a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology at UBC. He currently coaches Ultimate Frisbee and he plays a lot of other recreational sports like, basketball, volleyball, badminton, pickleball, and bouldering. His experiences with injury rehabilitation ranges from working in disability management clinics to occupational health and safety clinics. Kyle’s ultimate goal as a clinician is to help his patients reach their desired quality of life after sustaining an injury.

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Chloe is an Occupational Therapist specializing in concussion rehabilitation at Advance Concussion Clinic. Previously, Chloe gained valuable experience in acute care Occupational Therapy within the public sector, and private practice Occupational Therapy in home and community. Her passion lies in delivering client-centered care to individuals navigating the complexities of concussions. With a dedicated focus on personalized treatment plans, she strives to empower each client in their journey towards recovery and improved quality of life. Her approach to therapy integrates evidence-based practices with a deep understanding of the unique challenges posed by concussions. Through comprehensive assessments and collaborative goal setting, she works closely with clients to tailor interventions that address their specific needs and aspirations. Chloe holds a Masters of Occupational Therapy and a Bachelor of Kinesiology from the University of British Columbia. During her Occupational Therapy studies, Chloe completed placements in both private and public sectors, enriching her understanding of diverse rehabilitation settings. Before transitioning to Occupational Therapy, she worked as a Kinesiologist and Disability Case Manager in the private sector. Chloe’s professional interests encompass chronic pain management, concussion rehabilitation, and mental health. Outside of her professional endeavours, Chloe is an enthusiastic runner, triathlete, and aspiring cross-country skier, embodying a balanced approach to wellness in both her personal and professional life.

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With over 20 years of experience in health psychology and rehabilitation neuropsychology, ADVANCE CONCUSSION represents the realization of Dr. Rosenblatt’s vision to bring this high standard of comprehensive, inter-disciplinary rehabilitation delivered in leading Rehabilitation Medicine Hospitals in the States to the service of Concussion Rehabilitation in Vancouver. Dr. Rosenblatt leveraged her experience in neuropsychological assessment and brain injury rehabilitation from her inpatient and outpatient inter-disciplinary stroke and brain-injury work in the New York area., building out the collaborative model to deliver the expert rehabilitation services she has assembled in ADVANCE CONCUSSION CLINIC. Dr. Rosenblatt, who is also the founder and director of Vancouver Clinical Neuropsychology Services, completed her Ph.D. in Health Psychology with a specialization in Neuropsychology in a joint program between Yeshiva University’s Albert Einstein College of Medicine and the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology in New York City. She moved to B.C. with her family in 2003.

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Medis is a graduate of the University of Toronto, where she received her Master of Science in Physical Therapy. She had always thought about living in BC and she made it a reality during the pandemic. Medis has a background in treating orthopaedic conditions, pelvic health conditions as well as concussion. In her practice, she uses a client centered approach along with exercise prescription, manual therapy and education to help her clients to regain their function. She is passionate about learning and incorporating newly acquired knowledge into her practice.

Her favourite part of being a physiotherapist is instilling hope in patients by empowering them to stay active while recovering from injuries and take ownership of their rehabilitation journey. She appreciates patients unique physical challenges and uses a holistic approach to help patients achieve their goals. An appointment with Medis will be the beginning of a positive change to your overall health!

During her personal time, Medis channels her energy into learning partner dances, personal development and trying new activities!

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Born and raised in North Vancouver, Zoë completed her BA in Psychology at the University of Victoria in 2014 and her MSc in Occupational Therapy at the University of Toronto in 2017.

She has years of experience working with a wide variety of clientele, though her work has focused primarily on WorkSafeBC and ICBC clients. Prior to working at ACC, she worked in an Occupational Rehab 2 program, supporting clients return to work after work-related injuries. This position took her to a wide variety of job sites and gave her experience planning and supporting an extensive number of gradual return to work (GRTW) plans in a variety of employment settings. This has given her a unique perspective on the various environments, demands, and appropriate supports that must be considered when planning a successful return to work.

Zoë’s philosophy for successful rehabilitation outcomes includes a positive attitude, open communication, creative thinking, curiosity, and collaboration with her clients. She believes strongly in advocating for her clients while fostering self-advocacy and providing education for clients and stakeholders alike. She is a client-centered clinician who encourages clients to be active participants in their own rehab journey.

Outside of work, she enjoys reading, listening to podcasts, exploring her neighborhood on foot, and has begun exploring the world of cycling in Vancouver.

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Raymond obtained his Bachelors of Kinesiology from the University of British Columbia and has worked as a personal trainer prior to joining ACC. As a practicing kinesiologist at ACC, Raymond strives to develop and deliver rehabilitation programs that centre on and include client goals and needs. In collaboration with other ACC practitioners, He helps clients engage in various forms of exercise in a safe and controlled environment to help them return to their regular activities.

Raymond is also an avid paddler. Outside the clinic, you can find him on an outrigger canoe or surfski paddling along false creek, cycling, hiking, or searching for the perfect bowl of ramen.

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