Kanu Nakum
Registered physiotherapist / Clinic Director
Kanukumar graduated with an Honour Bachelor of Physiotherapy in 2011, from India. Throughout his University placement, he gained skills & experiences working with a variety of populations including Orthopedic Conditions, Neurological Conditions, Vestibular Rehab, Sports Rehabilitation, Post-Surgical Rehab, Chronic Pain, etc. Since then, Kanu has completed many post graduate courses like Advance Cervico-Thoracic Complex, Advanced Lumbo-pelvic complex Acupuncture and Dry Needling, Vestibular Rehab, etc. Kanu is also pursuing Diploma In Advanced musculoskeletal therapy course. He believes that “THERE IS NO REASON, WE HAVE TO LIVE WITH PAIN”. Kanukumar is looking forward to meeting you and helping you achieve all your goals in the clinic.
Ameeta Patel
Registered physiotherapist and Pelvic floor physiotherapist
Ameeta studied physical therapy in India and graduated with her degree in 2007. Her experience spans various sectors, including hospitals, geriatric centers, rural areas, and private clinics. In 2020, she moved to Canada and earned her PT credential in September 2022. She has been working in numerous settings such as orthopaedic clinics, hospital setting and rehabilitation centres. With this extensive knowledge and experience, her physiotherapy goal is to help people live healthier and more active and prevent reoccurance. Ameeta is certified Pelvic floor therapist and effectively treats incontinence,pelvic pain,prolapse,antenatal-postpartum care and more.Ameeta believes in developing honest relationships with patients and motivating them for their goals. When she’s not working, Ameeta enjoys spending quality time with her two young sons and on outings with family and friends.
Parth Dave
Registered Massage Therapist
Parth has completed his study from Royal Canadian College of Massage Therapy. Along with CMTO, he is also an active member of RMTAO. Previously, he graduated from Mohawk College, Hamilton, ON where he received his diploma in Health, Wellness & Fitness.
As he has done his bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy from India, he gained his experiences in cardio-pulmonary rehabilitation, Musculo-skeletal treatments and post stroke rehab. Throughout his career, he has been working with multiple organizations including St. Joseph’s Health Care Hamilton, Local Health Integration Network (VON CANADA) & Lifemark Seniors Wellness where he achieved extensive knowledge for hands on therapy, Stretching, Strengthening, Pain Management, falls prevention, Geriatric Care, & arthritis care. He also served in Canadian Red Cross as an Instructor for First Aid & CPR.
As a Massage Therapist, he has vast knowledge on various muscle relaxation techniques, deep myofascial techniques, advanced techniques, trigger point techniques, friction technique & prenatal/postnatal massage therapy. He is also certified for Fusion Head Massage, Self-Myofascial Release for Therapists & Patients, & Palliative Care Techniques. In his free time, he loves to listen to music, play 8 ball pool & of course amuse himself on Instagram & Snapchat.
Zabi Salihi
Chiropodist
Zabi attended the University of Toronto where he completed his Bachelor of Science degree, majoring in Biological Anthropology and Human Biology. After university, he attended The Michener Institute of Applied Health Sciences where he received a graduate advanced degree of health sciences in Chiropody (D.Ch). Zabi has always been fascinated by medical sciences, has a desire for helping others, and is respected for his professionalism, enthusiasm, knowledge and friendliness. From a young age, he has envisioned himself as a primary health care professional, and chose to become a Chiropodist/Foot Specialist.
Kathy Farraway
Patient Care Coordinator
Kathy is the receptionist who will greet you as you enter Charlton Physio and Wellness. Every job she had in her lifetime was about helping people, one of her heart’s desires. She went back to school at 50 years of age, attended triOS College and graduated with honours from the Medical Office Admin program. She has been with this clinic for 2 years and absolutely love it here, the people she meet, and also the ones she work with. We all work together to make your experience a pleasant one as you reclaim your lost health and wellness.
Bhumika Nakum
Physiotherapist Assistant
Bhumika is internationally educate physiotherapist and working as a Physiotherapist assistant. Bhumika has a passion for helping patients while providing complete care and encourages her patient to complete specific treatment plans as directed by Physiotherapist. She assist the supervising Physiotherapist and Occupational therapist in performing various components of the treatment plans for patients in the hospital setting. She demonstrates excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills, along with a high level of initiative and adaptability to rapidly changing demands.
Chouchu Mwunvaneza
Physiotherapist Assistant
Chouchou is a PTA/OTA, she begun her employment at Charlton Physiotherapy in 2012 and have been working for Life Clinic since August of 2014 which is now known as Charlton Physio & Wellness as of December 2023. She work with clients ranging from children to seniors teaching them to effectively cope with their limitations in movement, daily functioning and activity. She has accomplished attaining a degree, varying from Graphic Communication in Photography and Photojournalism from SIAST College in the Western part of Canada, as well as earning my PTA/OTA Diploma and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate from the National Academy of Health and Business in Hamilton, Ontario in 2012. At the National Academy of Health and Business, she was enrolled in a two-year program that enabled her with the skills to become a PTA/OTA. Other accomplishments include: volunteerism with the St. Peters Hospital working in the departments that consisted of medically complex services in Physiotherapy. These departments displayed the importance of patient care, management of patient credentials, aiding patients with contractures, as well as seating and mobility issues that arise with degenerative diseases such as Multiple Sclerosis and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis.
Dhwani Dave
Physiotherapist Assistant
Dhwani is internationally educate physiotherapist and working as a Physiotherapist assistant. Dhwani is also going Mohawk college and taking her diploma course. Dhwani has a passion for helping others while providing complete care and encourages her patient to complete specific treatment plans as directed by Physiotherapist.