Walker Lakes Staff

At the Walker Lakes Clinic, we can assist you in many languages:
English, Hindi, Gujarati, Punjabi, Bengali, Spanish , Sindhi language, Tamil, Telugu, Tagalog.

Meet the Team at the Walker Lakes Clinic

PHYSIOTHERAPISTS

Sreepati Dey BScPT MSOM MCISc FCAMPT and CEO

Sreepati graduated with Honours in Anatomy with a B Sc. Degree in Physiotherapy from the University of Dhaka, Bangladesh, securing first place in his class. He passed the competency examination of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association (CPA) in 1976 He successfully completed the competency examination of the Society of Orthopaedic Medicine in 1991. He obtained a Graduate Certificate in Orthopaedic Manual Therapy from the Curtin University of Technology, Perth, Australia. He received a Master of Clinical Science degree in Manual Therapy at the University of Western Ontario and obtained a fellowship from the Canadian Association of Manipulative Physical Therapists. read more

Bhavini Bhoiwala BSc PT, MClSc , FCAMPT and Clinic Manager

Bhavini graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Physiotherapy from S.N.D.T. Women’s University, Bombay, India in 2006. She has been actively involved in providing physiotherapy services since her graduation both in India and in Canada She has completed the Clinical Masters program at University of Western Ontario and obtained a fellowship from the Canadian Association of Manipulative Physical Therapists. Her area of interest is treating orthopaedic conditions combining manual therapy with functional exercises to help patients return to their activities of daily living. She also has experience in geriatrics and treating patients with neurological conditions. She speaks English, Gujarati and Hindi.

Muralli Krishnan (Kris) Avilineni BPT, CMT

Kris graduated from MGR Medical University, Chennai in 2000 with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy degree. He went on to complete a Master of Science in Fitness and Exercise Rehabilitation in 2003 from Madras University. Kris is a life-long learner, and has taken many continuing education courses with a focus on orthopaedics, spinal manipulation, biomedical dry needling and vestibular rehabilitation. He is authorized to perform spinal manipulation and use dry needles in practice and has experience with athletes in various sports. He has more than 15 years experience as a therapist, working in India and Canada. On his days off, he can be found with his wife and lovely daughter at Lake Summerside Park. In addition to English, Kris speaks Tamil and Telugu.

Seema Ladani MPT Intern

Seema graduated from VNSGU, India in 2014 with a Masters degree in Physiotherapy with a specialization in Musculoskeletal Sciences, securing first place in her class. She was awarded medals by her college in most of the years of her Physiotherapy program for her academic achievements. She started practicing in a private orthopaedic clinic right after she graduated. Her area of interest is treating all ages of clients with orthopaedic conditions. She has published two research articles in International Journals. Seema has cleared her written component of the Canadian Physiotherapy Competency Exam. She is currently undertaking the level courses of the Advanced Integrated Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy. She has attended a number of courses in order to keep her clinical skills updated. Seema is fluent in English, Hindi, Gujarati and Sindhi languages.

Palak Trivedi BScPT Intern

Palak graduated in 2012 with her bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy from India. She practiced in a private clinic right away. She passed the Canadian Physiotherapy Competency examination written component.. Palak has experience working in various Canadian healthcare settings including acute geriatric psychiatry, long term care, retirement facility, and autism services for more than five years. Palak’s goal is to make it possible for clients to return to what they love like sports or enjoying a beautiful walk in the neighbourhood. To achieve that goal, she applies standardized assessment procedures to evaluate the client’s condition and works with the client to develop a realistic treatment plan. Apart from providing evidence based electrical modalities and exercise therapy, she is committed to provide education about the condition to prevent further injury. Palak enjoys playing table tennis in her free time. She also loves hiking, gardening, and spending time with her family. She speak Gujarati and Hindi besides English.

ACUPUNCTURIST

Cuihong Yao

Cuihong graduated with distinction from a three-year acupuncture program as well as a Traditional Chinese Herbology Certificate at Grant MacEwan University.
She became a member of CAAA in 2014.
She has a BS degree in Medicine and a Master’s degree in cardiovascular disease in China. She worked as a physician of internal medicine at the Medical University’s Hospital for eight years and specialized in cardiology. She is also trained in acusports for the neck, shoulders and lower back. Cuihong practised in chiropractic and physiotherapy clinics for many years. As a result, she accumulated a diversity of skills for the treatment of muscle and joint injuries, muscle spasm, chronic pain and neurological impairments as a result of sports injuries and motor vehicle accidents.

MASSAGE THERAPISTS

Meghan Dickau RMT

Meghan graduated from MacEwan University's 2200-hr Massage Therapy Program in June, 2016. She is a member of the Massage Therapist Association of Alberta (MTAA). She has been working with the Walker Lakes staff to provide quality care and treatment to each patient. Along with traditional Swedish massage relaxation techniques, Meghan has been equipped with a variety of techniques to help patients with pain reduction during injury recovery, which range from trigger point therapy to, her personal passion, myofascial release therapy. Her goal is to work closely with the other physiotherapists in treatment management and injury recovery in order to ensure that each patient receives the best care possible, allowing them to return to daily life relatively pain-free. In her downtime, Meghan enjoys writing, drawing and watching the occasional show on TV. She, unfortunately, only speaks English.

Meenakshi Gautam RMT

Meenakshi completed the 2200 hour massage therapy program from the National Institute, Ontario and is in good standing with Canadian Massage and Manual Osteopathic Therapists Association (CMMOTA). She is also a Registered Manual Osteopathic practitioner and is in good standing with CRMO (College of Registered
Manual Osteopaths). She is an internationally trained physiotherapist from India with 10 years of clinical experience. Meenakshi believes in holistic approach for healing the human body through therapeutic touch. Her goal is to educate her clients and provide relief from pain, injury and stress, through work on long-term injuries and trauma, prenatal or postnatal treatments or relaxation massage. Meenakshi is well equipped with massage modalities:- Swedish techniques, deep tissue, Joint mobilization, Remedial Exercises, Active release, PNF (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation), Trigger Point Release, Myofascial release, and a variety of different techniques. She treats her client according to their needs to achieve the best outcomes.

Yamilek (Shirly) Dardon RMT

Yamilek completed 3000 hours of Advanced Clinical Massage Therapy at Makami College and has been working as a RMT for 5 years with an active membership in CRMTA.
Yamilek uses massage and kneading of muscles and soft tissue of the body to provide treatment for medical conditions, injuries, and to maintain wellness.
She has been able to help clients with headaches, neck and shoulder pain, as well as lower back pain due to pelvic imbalance and quadratus lumborum tightness. Clients with sciatic pain have noticed a reduction of pain after massage. Yamilek is currently specializing in orthopaedic massage for complicated cervical, elbow, forearm, wrist and hand conditions. She speaks Spanish and English.

Abhishay Tiwari RMT Student

Abhishay is currently enrolled in the 3000-hour Advanced Clinical Massage Therapist (ACMT) course at Makami College and has 1250 hours under her belt. She’s currently working as a student massage therapist and will be fully licensed in July 2021. She is a member of the Canadian Registered Massage Therapy Association (CRMTA).  She completed her first year at Makami College with honours with distinction.
Abishay completed her Bachelor’s in Physiotherapy (BPT) in 2014 from India and worked as an Assistant Physiotherapist for 4 years in Edmonton. She has mastered diverse techniques to aid patients in recovery such as Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Trigger Point and Myofascial Release Therapy, Hot Stone Massage, Prenatal and Postnatal and various PNF techniques to release muscle tension.
Abhishay speaks Hindi, Punjabi and English. She hopes to continue her work with Sports Plus Physio and rehabilitate and assist patients in overcoming physical barriers.

Mary McLeod Director of Operations

Mary has served many years working in Financial Services Management, Administrative and Project Management. Mary is currently the Director of Operations for the group of clinics.

Marigel Javier BSc MSc MOA

Marigel graduated in De La Salle University - Dasmariñas, Philippines with Bachelor of Science in Biology and with Master Degree in Biology. She completed the Medical Office Assistant course with honours in the Academy of Learning in Edmonton, Alberta Canada and is certified since 2014. Marigel worked as Laboratory technician, Laboratory Coordinator and full time Instructor in De La Salle University - Dasmariñas, Philippines for 15 years where she assisted students and professors. She has 9 years experience in client service in Canada. Marigel speaks English and Tagalog.