Areas of Practice

For over twenty-five years she has focused her clinical practice to pelvic floor physiotherapy and the treatment of bladder, bowel, and sexual dysfunction, pelvic pain and pelvic organ prolapse. She is an advocate for the prevention and correction of pelvic floor dysfunction in women, men and children and has presented at hundreds of functions to raise awareness to the importance of pelvic floor health. Kelli is the author and publisher of the self-help book, “I Laughed So Hard I Peed My Pants! A Woman’s Essential Guide for Improved Bladder Control.” (www.ilaughedsohard.com).

She is also active in scientific research and in 2008 was the recipient of University of Manitoba Research Development Award. Kelli is published in internationally respected pelvic floor medicine journals, and in 2013, the University of Manitoba awarded her with the Distinguished Dissertation Award for her ground-breaking research thesis, “Effects of Increasing Awareness of Pelvic Floor Muscle (PFM) Function on Pelvic Floor Dysfunction (PFD).”

Kelli sits on provincial, national and international Boards and Committees, acts as a journal reviewer for various international urogynecology journals for the promotion of research in pelvic floor health, and sits on the editorial board of the Current Sexual Health Reports Journal.

Awards & Recognition

In 2009, Kelli was awarded the Leonore Saunders Mentorship, and the Robert A. Macbeth Traveling Fellowship awards. In 2012, she was nationally recognized within the first-ever graduating class of Canadian Physiotherapy Clinical Specialists and remains the sole physiotherapist in Manitoba with this distinction, with only 4 in the field of Women’s Health in Canada. The same year she was awarded the Distinguished Service Award for her lifetime dedication to education, research and clinical practice in the field of Women’s Health.

Why does she do what she does?

Kelli has treated thousands of patients (men, women and children) suffering with pelvic floor dysfunction and the successful results obtained over the years supports her belief that much of this can be improved, resolved, and even prevented. She is passionate about raising awareness toward the importance of pelvic floor muscle health and how neglect and injury to this muscle can lead to challenging issues with bladder, bowel and sexual health, and pelvic pain. She works toward correcting erroneous information regarding exercise for the pelvic floor muscle and why proper exercise prescription following a thorough pelvic floor examination by a qualified clinician is critical. By raising awareness and knowledge toward this important health topic, much pelvic floor dysfunction may be prevented!

Education:

Jessika completed a Bachelors of Recreation Management and Community Development with a Minor/Option in Aging from the University of Manitoba in 2019. She continued her studies at the University of Manitoba and went on to obtain a Master of Physical Therapy in 2022. Jessika values continued education and plans to further develop her manual therapy skills through the Orthopedic Division. 

Areas of Practice:

Jessika practices orthopedic physiotherapy where she enjoys using therapeutic exercise, manual therapy and education to empower her patients. She strives to create a safe space and offers supportive client-centered care.

Why she does what she does?

Jessika is passionate and committed to contribute to the well-being of others. Whether it is in the realm of mobility or pain and disease management she is a true advocate for the role of physiotherapy and the improvement of client access to physiotherapy services. Jessika welcomes clients of all ages and demographics. Whether you are dealing with a long-standing issue or new concern, she is honoured to be a member of your care team and rehab journey!

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Katie practices in the areas of both orthopedic and pelvic floor physiotherapy, where she enjoys using therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and education to empower her patients. Katie’s passion for pelvic health began well before entering the physiotherapy program, and it continues to grow. She now treats bladder, bowel and sexual dysfunction, supportive dysfunction, and pelvic pain disorders in men, women, transgender, and gender diverse people. She also does prehab and rehab for an array of differing procedures and sees people in the pre and post-partum periods. Whether she is treating a sprained ankle, a painful jaw, or a pelvic issue, she is excited to continue learning from each of her patients. 

WHY DOES SHE DO WHAT SHE DOES?

Katie has always been fascinated by the human mind and body. Through her undergraduate studies she began to better understand physiotherapist’s depth of knowledge of the body and the impact they could have on the body’s biomechanics, pain, function, and quality of life. Katie is passionate about helping people achieve their best physical health and is a big advocate of physiotherapy. She enjoys her pelvic floor practice, broaching potentially uncomfortable or painful topics with compassion and empathy. Her goal is to educate her patients well, making known how common these potentially debilitating issues are, and that physiotherapy can help!

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Lynne joined the Nova Physiotherapy team in 2009 when she decided to focus her career in pelvic floor rehabilitation. She treats men, women and children for bladder, bowel, sexual dysfunction, pelvic pain, and pelvic organ descent. She is passionate about pelvic floor health and believes that raising awareness and preventative wellness is an integral part of her work. She has done presentations for mom groups around the city and for medical students, for education on prevention and correction of pelvic floor dysfunction.

Why she does what she does?

Raised in a French family and an active participant in the French community, one of Lynne’s goals has been to provide bilingual services. Passionate about pelvic floor function and dysfunction, Lynne is also aware that this is often a difficult subject to approach for patients. She strongly believes in active listening and a patient-focused approach to treatment, so that patients could feel comfortable in sharing their stories and receive the best treatment possible. She uses her skills as a physiotherapist to rehabilitate the pelvic floor for optimal health, but also loves to teach and educate patients on maintenance and preventative strategies in order to maintain pelvic floor health. She knows she has accomplished her goals in raising awareness when she hears her patients sharing the knowledge they have gained on pelvic floor health with their friends, family and/or coworkers.

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Pelvic floor muscle dysfunction and pelvic physiotherapy have been Kim’s focus of treatment since 2007. She treats men and women with bladder, bowel and sexual dysfunction and pelvic pain, women with pelvic organ descent, and children experiencing issues with bladder and/or bowel. Kim’s experience in orthopaedic manual physiotherapy and exercise instruction, along with her passion for sports, health and wellness have been invaluable to her practice.

Why does she do what she does?

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Kaitlyn has had a unique beginning to her career in physiotherapy that has given her the opportunity to help a variety of populations including athletes, seniors, adults and children. She enjoys using therapeutic exercise, education, dry needling, acupuncture and manual therapy to help her patients attain their goals. Her passion for movement and exercise inspires her to be creative when treating anything from a sprain, to post-op rehab, to pelvic floor issues relating to pregnancy, postpartum, and more. Kaitlyn approaches pelvic floor physiotherapy with a holistic perspective and often incorporates her orthopedic experience and exercise knowledge into assessment and treatment.  Kaitlyn offers physiotherapy services in both French and English languages. 

WHY DOES SHE DO WHAT SHE DOES?

From a young age Kaitlyn has been involved in a variety of recreational and competitive sports. Paired with exposure to the challenges and successes of physical disabilities and injuries--no other profession would satisfy her love of people and desire to help. As a principle, Kaitlyn's goal is to help her patients improve their quality and enjoyment of life--understanding that each individual has a unique set of goals to attain this. 

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Tami draws on a unique blend of international and local physiotherapy training to guide her practice. She is proud to offer orthopaedic and pelvic floor physiotherapy services in both English and Portuguese to the community. Tami strongly believes exercise is the key to long-term relief and prevention, but also takes a whole-person approach and uses lots of communication strategies to build a trustworthy relationship with her patients and empower them to become the leaders of their own recovery process.

WHY DOES SHE DO WHAT SHE DOES?

Tami feels that physiotherapy chose her, not the other way around. She was involved in competitive dancing during most of her adolescence but what attracted her to physiotherapy was the ability to meaningfully change people’s lives and support them during the highs and lows of being a human. Tami cares deeply for her patients and always hopes to make a difference by spreading her bright personality, listening to people’s stories, and advocating for her patients' wellbeing and the physiotherapy profession.

Areas of Practice

Lindsay began her mentorship with Dr. Kelli Berzuk in the pelvic floor division of Nova Physiotherapy while completing her final year of her physiotherapy degree. Lindsay works with patients suffering with all forms of pelvic floor muscle dysfunction including bladder and bowel incontinence/urgency/frequency, pelvic pain, pelvic organ prolapse and sexual dysfunction.

Why does she do what she does?

Since being introduced to pelvic floor health briefly during her 3-year physiotherapy degree, Lindsay knew she had found her true calling. Little understood and even less talked about in society, pelvic floor muscle dysfunction can lead to poor quality of life, depression, anxiety and avoidance of social, sexual, occupational and physical activities. Lindsay believes in empowering the public with the knowledge that pelvic floor dysfunction is often preventable and treatable and often does presentations to increase awareness. Her goal is to break the taboo and encourage open discussion about these very common and often debilitating issues.

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Over the past 15+ years Lesia has practiced in all areas of pelvic floor pre and rehabilitation including: bladder and bowel dysfunction, supportive dysfunction, pelvic pain syndromes and sexual dysfunction educating, treating and empowering women, men and children of all ages.  She has spoke and continues to speak to various prenatal and postpartum women's groups focusing on educating on the importance of pelvic floor health during these stages of a women's life in prevention of pelvic floor dysfunction.

Why does she do what she does?

Lesia is passionate about educating, motivating and empowering all individuals of the importance of pelvic floor health. Much of her practice focuses on preventative education but also sharing responsibility with the client to actively treat the dysfunction.  Following a period of active treatment she provides guidance to patients to effectively manage symptoms independently.  Her practice is compassionate and respectful in assessment and treatment of pelvic floor dysfunction. She feels a critical part of being a medical professional is to provide accurate research-based information and for clients to be assessed and treated by a qualified professional. To be part of this type of rehabilitation is very gratifying as a professional as these types of dysfunction significantly reduce quality of life.