Masters of Physical Therapy and Bachelor of Kinesiology graduate.
Physiotherapy Association of British Columbia Student Board Director while in school and is a current member of PABC.
Completing the STOTT Pilates Rehabilitation Reformer certifications and is pursuing her Sport Physiotherapy Canada credentials
Completed Level 1 in the Canadian Physiotherapy Association Manual & Manipulation Physiotherapy pathway to obtain a Diploma in Orthopedic and Manual Therapy.
Strongly believes that Physiotherapy should encompass both prehabilitation and rehabilitation to provide everyone the best opportunity to participate in their daily life as well as all of their active endeavors.
The general population and athletes of all ages and abilities should be provided with the tools to keep them active and injury free. Diane combines Clinical Pilates, Orthopedic and Neurological principles and treatment techniques in order to assist clients to get back to full activity participation following an injury and strives to empower clients with the tools to stop injuries from reoccurring.
Having had injuries herself after a career as a varsity soccer player, she appreciates first hand how physiotherapy can have a significant role in a client’s rehabilitation.
A former varsity soccer player she continues to work with local soccer clubs and always keen to try a new sport. Diane has become an avid runner and is happiest exploring new trails both around the world and in her own backyard. A true “Vancouverite” she is happiest by the ocean or even better in it!
Masters of Physical Therapy from the University of British Columbia
Bachelors of Kinesiology from the University of British Columbia
Level 1 Manual Therapy Certification from Canadian Physiotherapy Association Orthopedic Division
Special interest in exercise and pulmonary physiology; research publication of “The Mechanics of Breathing During Swimming” in the Journal of American College of Sports Medicine
UBC Women’s Varsity Swim team member 2013-2018, helping the team to 4 national titles over her 5 years on the team. Captain of the team for her last 2 years.
17 years of competitive swimming experience racing at national and international competitions
UBC Performance Private Swimming Coach training competitive swimmers, ironman triathletes and beginner swimmers
McKenzie enjoys empowering her patients to push their limits and achieve their full potential. She believes in having strong foundations of strength and mobility in order to maximize your athletic performance.
While McKenzie isn’t at the clinic or the pool, she can be found running the seawall or trails, testing her coordination with a boxing class or enjoying the ski season.
Diploma in Registered Massage Therapy from Everest College
Registered with the College of Massage Therapists of British Columbia, January 2015
Registered with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario, April 2010
Focus on utilizing myofascial release and trigger point techniques with deep tissue massage to address postural, repetitive strain and sports related issues
Volunteered Massage Therapy services at athletic events fundraising for cancer in Toronto, Ontario
Created workshops to educate on self care approaches relating to postural, repetitive strain and sports related issues
Personal interests: hiking, canoeing, outdoor skills, gardening and nutrition
Master of Science in Physiotherapy, Brunel University London (United Kingdom)
Bachelor of Kinesiology, University of British Columbia
Certified in Functional Movement Screen Level 1 by FMS
Gold Medal at the CCAA Men’s Basketball National – Championships with the Langara College basketball team
Avid basketball player and coach in the community having played and coached at both the secondary and collegiate levels for many years
Member of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association
Languages spoken: English, Punjabi
Clinical Areas of Interest: Low back pain rehabilitation, knee and ankle injuries, movement analysis
Believes in client centered care through education, preventative exercises, manual therapy and empowering the client to take control of their own health and understand the mechanisms of rehabilitation