Ryan
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Ryan’s journey to become a Physical Therapist started at the age of 15 when he ruptured his ACL playing GSL Bantam Football on the North Shore. Having gone to BC Children's Hospital for reconstructive knee surgery at the age of 17, Ryan is very familiar with the importance of pre/post-surgical rehabilitation as well as sport injury prevention.
Ryan graduated from UBC’s Bachelor of Human Kinetics program in 2008, specializing in Kinesiology and Health Science. He became certified as an Exercise Physiologist from the Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology and began working as a personal trainer at UBC’s BodyWorks Fitness Centre – Changing Aging Program.
Ryan graduated from UBC's Master of Physical Therapy program in 2010. He received the “Physiotherapy Association of British Columbia – Leadership Award” for demonstrating leadership potential and ability during the program and contributing to the profession in a unique and innovative way. He also gave the Valedictorian address for his class on graduation day.
Ryan began working for the Allan McGavin (UBC) Sports Medicine Centre @ The Plaza of Nations in 2011. In 2015, he was chosen to manage the North Vancouver satellite clinic where he currently practices. Ryan enjoys serving & collaborating with his North Shore Winter Club neighbours, as well as working with other local sports associations.
Ryan is affiliated with Sport Physiotherapy Canada as a “Candidate” status and is certified as a "Functional Movement Screen" practitioner. He holds a Red Cross - First Responder Certificate and served as Head Trainer for Capilano Rugby Football Club's Premier/Div 2 Women's Teams for several years. He is certified in Anatomical Acupuncture/Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation, Shift Concussion Management - Level 1, & holds a Diploma of Advanced Manual & Manipulative Physiotherapy.
Ryan is a recreational triathlete & ultramarathon runner who loves all outdoor sports. He has participated in Ironman Canada twice & looks forward to completing future challenging endeavors.