Station Square Team
Physiotherapy Team
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Jeff Vagay
Physiotherapist - MScPT, BHK, CGIMS, CAFCI
I view physiotherapy and rehabilitation as a team effort involving myself and the client. In addition to manual therapy, exercises, IMS/dry needling and acupuncture, i believe that educating the clients about their conditions and how to manage their symptoms outside of the clinic will lead to a more successful outcome.
I enjoy working with a variety of people in different stages of their injury and rehabilitation. Having gone through injuries and surgeries as an athlete in the past, I have a special interest in sports-related injuries, and pre- and post-surgical rehabilitation. -
Avery Wong
Physiotherapist - BKin, MPT
As a physiotherapist, my goal is to assist you in finding the root cause of the pain rather than just treating the symptoms. I employ a whole-body approach to therapy and tailor individualized treatment plans for my clients using a combination of manual therapy, exercise, and education. I believe by empowering clients to take an active approach to their rehabilitation, they can have greater outcomes.
I have a particular interest in pre and post operative rehabilitation and sports injuries. Specifically, I have worked with many amateur and elite level athletes in their recoveries after ACL and Achilles surgeries. I not only strive to help you overcome the injury but to become better versions of yourself.
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Daniel Folino
Physiotherapist - BKin, MPT
I have always had a passion for sports, specifically soccer. Growing up I played in a variety of sports and I’m still currently playing. My experiences with suffering through a variety of injuries, along with witnessing various family members struggle with maintaining functional independence, helped guide me to the path of rehab. I graduated with my Bachelor of Kinesiology at the University of British Columbia, then followed with my Master’s of Physical Therapy also from the University of British Columbia. I actively participate in continuing education courses to add new techniques to my treatment plan and to keep up with the latest evidence-based research.
I believe in a collaborative approach to Physiotherapy and rehab, which involves a combo of manual therapy, exercises, IMS, and strong emphasis on patient education. I believe that having a thorough understanding of one’s injury plays a key role in helping with the rehab process.
I enjoy treating a diverse population varying from office workers, athletes, weekend warriors, to seniors.
Outside of the clinic, I enjoy walking my dog, playing soccer, tennis and golf and of course…. watching sports!
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Juliann Hoy
Physiotherapist - BKin, MPT
My passion as a physiotherapist is to help patients understand the complexities of their injuries and work collaboratively with them to devise treatment plans to achieve their personal goals. I have obtained a Master of Physiotherapy degree from the University of Sydney and have gained valuable experience working in a multidisciplinary private practice clinic treating clients of various backgrounds prior to my return to Vancouver. My interest in physiotherapy stems from having sustained multiple injuries through my involvement in sports growing up and having worked as an athletic trainer for university-level athletes in Canada and club athletes in Australia. I have personally experienced the debilitating effects of an injury and recognize the importance of proper injury management and rehabilitation. I strive to utilize a holistic approach to patient care and prioritize patient education to empower patients to improve their own function and get them back to what they love to do. My main interests include women’s health, sports-related injuries, and orthopaedics. Outside of the clinic, I am an avid gym goer focusing on strength and fitness training. You can also find me playing basketball, soccer, ultimate, or even hiking and snowboarding, depending on the season. I can speak Cantonese and understand Mandarin.
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Jessica Ma
Physiotherapist - BKin, MPT
Born and raised in Vancouver, I completed my Master of Physical Therapy degree at the University of British Columbia after obtaining my Bachelor of Kinesiology degree. I also have my Canadian Orthopaedic Division Advanced Integrated Musculoskeletal (AIM) Level 1 certification. My experience spans from working with weekend warriors and athletes to cases involving ICBC claims and hospital referrals. I have treated a wide variety of conditions in various populations including older adults, paediatric patients, and individuals in intensive care settings. However, I have a particular interest in musculoskeletal conditions, concussions, and strokes.
As a physiotherapist, I am passionate about enhancing lives through movement and knowledge. I am dedicated to collaborating with clients to develop individualized treatment plans aligned with their needs and goals. Through a holistic approach, incorporating tailored exercise, manual therapy, and evidence-informed education, I strive to help clients regain function and reduce pain to improve their quality of life. I believe that empowering individuals to understand their bodies and move with confidence is key to enabling them to live their lives to the fullest and continue doing what they love.
Outside of the clinic, I like to spend my time weight training, enjoying the outdoors, and exploring nature.
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Wen Yu
Physiotherapist - BKin, MPT
Wen holds a Master of Physical Therapy degree from the University of British Columbia and a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from the University of Victoria. Before embarking on his graduate studies, Wen accumulated invaluable work experience across China, Canada, and the United States.
His dedication is focused on aiding patients in restoring function post hip and knee replacement surgeries, guiding active rehabilitation for motor vehicle injuries, and refining athletic performance.
During his clinical placements at UBC, he gained valuable experiences working at the Acute Urology and Plastic Surgery Inpatient, the Elderly Care Clinic, the Outpatient Trauma and Hand Clinic at Vancouver General Hospital, and the Acquired Brain Injury Outpatient at GF Strong Rehabilitation Centre.
Outside the clinic, he also works in the Acute Medicine at Vancouver General Hospital. Wen is fluent in both Mandarin and English and holds the Advanced Integrated Musculoskeletal (AIM) Level 1 certificate.
Registered Massage Therapy (RMT) Team
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Adam Mullock
Registered Massage Therapist, BHSc
Adam is a registered Massage Therapist who received his training from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy and studied Health Science at Thompson Rivers University. He is a member of the Registered Massage Therapists of British Columbia and has taken courses in kinesio taping, arthrokinetic therapy, and dermoneuromodulation. With his years of experience in the field he has been able to do exciting things such as working abroad in England and instructing at Langara University and West Coast College of Massage Therapy.
As a therapist, Adam believes in working with effort and the thought of correcting postural dysfunction to help patients get back to daily activities. He likes to make sure his clients understand his process during treatment, explaining and giving insight into what the body needs and why things are happening. Myofascial release, trigger point therapy, and active stretching is how he approaches most treatments but he utilizes many techniques learned in the WCCMT 3000 hour program.
Adam, outside of work enjoys lifting weights at the gym, swimming laps at the pool, playing squash in the VDSL, and spending time walking the golf course. He has a passion for traveling and has been to many places in Asia, Europe, Central America, and North America.
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Dominique Cleary
Registered Massage Therapist
Prior to my journey as an RMT I worked in the service industry. Working with people brings me great joy and at one point in my serving career I realized I wasn’t contributing to the community in a mindful and health focused fashion. It was time for a change. Learning about the body and it’s systems in a way to benefit the people around me was the shift I was looking for. After graduating at VCMT from the 3000 hour program in 2013 I have been consistently practicing in North Burnaby.
In my practice I feel it’s my privilege to facilitate a healing environment and to encourage people to incorporate health and wellness in their everyday lives. Massage is a great way to start and continue your wellness journey. From general well being, stress management, postural concerns, and restoring functional movement to aiding in recovery from whiplash, surgery, sprains, strains, and pregnancy massage.
My skills are varied and client driven. Listening to my clients and creating a treatment plan they feel comfortable with is paramount. I believe that is where the healing begins. When I’m not focusing on my practice I’m often found in the kitchen or in my garden. Eating healthy wholesome food is important to me. I also like to snowboard and enjoy exploring BC’s wilderness with my husband when we have the chance.
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Lawrence Fulgencio
Registered Massage Therapist
Graduating with honors, Lawrence completed the 3000 hour Massage Therapy program at Vancouver College of Massage Therapy in 2020. Before graduating from VCMT, Lawrence achieved a Diploma in Human Kinetics - Exercise Science at Capilano University.
Through his own experience with knee reconstruction surgery & rehabilitation, it inspired his passion for helping others. He is particularly interested in the rehabilitation of injuries in daily living, work and especially sport. He has experience providing treatment for patients pre/post operative conditions. Lawrence has also provided treatment for Simon Fraser University Athletics, Raincity Athletics & Ronald McDonald House patients.
He provides a comprehensive massage therapy treatment which utilizes Swedish massage, hydrotherapy, joint mobilizations, soft tissue release & trigger point release techniques. He is particularly successful in providing lasting relief for the lower back, neck/shoulder and the compartments of the lower leg. He also holds certifications for athletic taping, soft tissue release and instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization.
In his spare time, you can find Lawrence training in olympic weightlifting, powerlifting or muay thai. He also enjoys following the Toronto Raptors, as well as the New Orleans Saints Football Team.
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Peter Kang
Registered Massage Therapist
As a graduate from the intensive program at the West Coast College of Massage Therapy, Peter has gained considerable knowledge and practical experience relating to the human body; this includes common injuries affecting your work and daily activities, as well as chronic conditions that cause constant pain and discomfort. Peter’s goal as an RMT is focused on working with his clients to create a safe and effective treatment plan to achieve their goals and return to their optimal health. In his practice, Peter believes in integrating a combination of relaxation and therapeutic massage modalities including Swedish massage, neuromuscular techniques, active stretches, and trigger point release therapy.
Peter has always enjoyed living a healthy and active lifestyle. Prior to becoming an RMT, Peter worked as an aquatic-fitness instructor, where he helped people of all ages learn the importance of postural awareness to prevent injuries before they occur or get worse. Peter’s interest in anatomy and body mechanics, as well as his passion for helping others, is what led Peter to a career in massage therapy.
Outside of the clinic, Peter enjoys spending time with family and friends, exercising in the gym or outside at the local park, and cheering on the local sports teams!
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Katerina Hong
Registered Massage Therapist
Katerina is a graduate from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy. She also has an Associate’s degree in Health Science from Langara College. Katerina has an extensive background as a former competitive dragon paddler and knows how to work with her clients to treat and relieve pain, prevent injury, and to achieve and maintain optimal function. She incorporates general Swedish, deep tissue, myofascial and joint mobilization techniques in her therapy. Katerina has experience working with various neurological conditions, strains, sprains, dislocations and pre/post natal care. Her focus is to utilize a combination of techniques to create personalized therapy services to support her clients in reaching their goals.
Katerina has always been passionate about health and wellness through her experiences as a volunteer with St John’s Ambulance and her previous work in the pharmacy and hospital settings. She enjoys listening and sharing experiences while also appreciating the comfort of silence and relaxation. Katerina is an avid paddler, cyclist, hiker and has a weakness for new cafes.
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Victor Huang
Registered Massage Therapist
Victor graduated from West Coast College of Massage Therapy in December 2021. Before graduating from WCCMT, he studied Kinesiology at Capilano University which sparked his passion for human anatomy and rehabilitation. Having gone through multiple injuries himself, he was inspired to help others with their rehabilitation process. Victor has worked at George Pearson and with the UBC athletic team dealing with neurological disorders and different sports injuries. He focuses on solving the root of the problem instead of always treating the symptoms itself. Techniques utilized in his treatments include Swedish massage, gentle joint mobilizations, trigger point release, and active/passive stretching. Victor believes that client care should always be priority and that each treatment is very individualized to create a sustainable plan for the client.
Outside of work, Victor enjoys playing and watching sports, specifically basketball. He also loves going to the gym to stay active and traveling around the world.
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Emily Barker
Registered Massage Therapist
Emily is a graduate of the West Coast College of Massage Therapy. Before becoming an RMT, she worked as a Sous Chef and a Veterinary Assistant but always wanted to pursue a career focused on helping others. Emily’s aspiration is to work with her patients to achieve a greater and lasting sense of wellbeing based on their health care goals both through treatment and education.
Emily was fortunate to gain experience at Canuck Place Children’s Hospice, at UBC treating varsity athletes and at GF Strong and George Pearson treating patients with traumatic spinal cord injury, MS, ALS and Cerebral Palsy. She also had the privilege of treating on the maternity ward at Royal Columbian Hospital which solidified her passion for working with pre and post natal patients.
Emily incorporates a variety of modalities in her treatments including Swedish massage, active and passive stretching, myofascial release, Rood techniques and joint mobilizations.
When not practicing massage therapy, Emily is with her unruly rescue parrots, out on a long distance run or in her kitchen experimenting with new ingredients.
Kinesiology Team
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Vania Kulik
Kinesiologist - BHK
I am a Practicing Kinesiologist and a member of the BCAK who primarily treats musculoskeletal and neuromuscular conditions. I believe complete care involves a collaborative approach between the client, their care providers and myself.
I provide postural education, functional training, injury specific rehabilitation and conditioning, and core re-education programs. I have special interest in chronic and acute back pain and supporting people pre and post mastectomy and breast reconstruction.
My mission is to empower people through education and exercise.
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Melissa Aduna
Kinesiologist - BSC
I have always valued working in a collaborative team environment and believe that recovery always begins with providing education to every client on principles for continuing safe and effective care as part of their treatment plan.
I am a member of the BCAK and also provide injury rehabilitation and conditioning and functional training. I enjoy working with complicated cases and have a special interest in shoulder injuries and lower back pain. I have taken courses in all three levels of the McGill Method for lower back pain, shoulder rehabilitation and kinesiotaping.
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Celina Villarroel Whiting
Kinesiologist - BSC
I am a practicing kinesiologist and member of the BCAK. I provide injury rehabilitation, strength and conditioning, as well preventative care to keep you healthy before injury occurs.
I have a special interest in working with active aging populations and with people who are newer to exercise. I love teaching and helping people learn more about their bodies.
In addition to working as a kinesiologist, I am a professional dancer and instructor. You can find me teaching, training and performing around the city.
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Aaron Fulgencio
Kinesiologist - BKin
Active rehabilitation has always been a key component to my athletic background considering years of chronic knee issues. Throughout university, I worked with the school's men's basketball team as a student trainer where my understanding of musculoskeletal conditions solidified. Through my experiences, I have a huge interest in sports-related injuries as well as general health conditions.
Along the way I have always recognized the effectiveness of a collaborative therapeutic approach towards exceptional patient centred care. As a member of the BCAK and practicing kinesiologist, I strive to motivate, educate, and promote return to work/sport through practical and safe rehabilitation.
On my free time you can catch me at the training at the gym, at muay thai classes, or playing a variety of outdoor sports.
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Eric Koo
Kinesiologist - BKin
Eric graduated from Simon Fraser University with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology degree with a focus on Active Health and Rehabilitation.
He is also a member of the BC Association of Kinesiologists. Eric has extensive experience working with elite professional athletes.
He has worked at Vancouver Whitecaps FC as a Performance Department Intern and SFU men’s basketball team for three seasons as a team trainer assisting in injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation. He also has experience working with heart disease patients where he worked with patients recovering from a heart attack, heart surgery, or stroke. His wide range of experience taught him the importance of a personalized exercise/rehabilitation program to improve sports performance or recover from any injuries.
Eric believes that improving functional movements will allow patients to continue with their favourite activities for many years to come.
Eric is fluent in both English and Korean
Chiropractic Team
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Dr. Tim Chow
Doctor of Chiropractic
Tim grew up playing many sports, mainly hockey, which led him to develop an interest in health and fitness. Tim worked as a personal trainer before ultimately deciding to pursue a career in injury rehabilitation. After graduating from SFU’s kinesiology program, he went on to receive his Doctorate of Chiropractic from the University of Western States in Portland, Oregon. Tim uses a variety of treatment modalities, including chiropractic adjustments, soft tissue therapy, cupping, kinesiology taping, and exercise therapy. He is also trained in MDT (Mckenzie method), neurodynamics, and TPI golf movement screening. Tim has a passion for getting you back to doing the things that you love to do. Through a patient-centred approach, he believes in empowering you with the knowledge and tools to manage your symptoms and create positive movement experiences. His goal is to see you reach your goals. Outside the clinic, you can find Tim on the golf course yelling “fore”, freezing his butt off while coaching hockey, in the gym, riding his bike, cooking, playing very mediocre guitar, or relaxing with a good book.
Acupuncture (TCM) Team
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Summer Ip
Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac)
Summer L. Ip is a Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner (R.Ac), R.TCMP] who practices Acupuncture, Electro-Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine, and Cupping Therapy.
She has completed her Bachelor’s degree in Alberta and her Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine in British Columbia. Summer has a special interest in treating musculoskeletal pain, in which, effectively relief pain instantly. She is also proficient in stress and anxiety management, sleeping disorder and women's health.
Administration Team
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Erika Larusson
Human Resources (HR)
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Jessa Serrano
Medical Office Assistant (MOA)
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Isabelle Bobetsis
Medical Office Assistant (MOA)
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Jillian Castillo
Medical Office Assistant (MOA)
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Caitlin Chiu
Medical Office Assistant (MOA) and Social Media Manager
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Eamonn Cheung
Medical Office Assistant (MOA)
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Jade Wesko
Medical Office Assistant (MOA)
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Samantha Mann
Medical Office Assistant (MOA)