INNOVATIVE SPORT MEDICINE PHYSICIANS
MELISSA GOLDSMITH
- REGISTERED DIETITIAN
Melissa grew up in Montreal and completed a degree in Hotel Management. She used this degree to work and travel the world. This is how she discovered her passion for food, nutrition and cooking. Melissa obtained her Bachelor of Science in Applied Human Nutrition to become a Registered Dietitian. She is dedicated to helping people, which has always shown through her continuous community involvement, both locally and globally.
It is very important to her that people have the education and tools required to live a healthier lifestyle. She is a proud nutrition advocate and a strong believer in preventing and treating medical conditions with healthy living education and specifically tailored diets. Melissa believes that real health starts with real food, and not only should it be easy, it should be tasty and fun too!
MELISSA GOLDSMITH
- REGISTERED DIETITIAN
Melissa grew up in Montreal and completed a degree in Hotel Management. She used this degree to work and travel the world. This is how she discovered her passion for food, nutrition and cooking. Melissa obtained her Bachelor of Science in Applied Human Nutrition to become a Registered Dietitian. She is dedicated to helping people, which has always shown through her continuous community involvement, both locally and globally.
It is very important to her that people have the education and tools required to live a healthier lifestyle. She is a proud nutrition advocate and a strong believer in preventing and treating medical conditions with healthy living education and specifically tailored diets. Melissa believes that real health starts with real food, and not only should it be easy, it should be tasty and fun too!
MELISSA GOLDSMITH
- REGISTERED DIETITIAN
Melissa grew up in Montreal and completed a degree in Hotel Management. She used this degree to work and travel the world. This is how she discovered her passion for food, nutrition and cooking. Melissa obtained her Bachelor of Science in Applied Human Nutrition to become a Registered Dietitian. She is dedicated to helping people, which has always shown through her continuous community involvement, both locally and globally.
It is very important to her that people have the education and tools required to live a healthier lifestyle. She is a proud nutrition advocate and a strong believer in preventing and treating medical conditions with healthy living education and specifically tailored diets. Melissa believes that real health starts with real food, and not only should it be easy, it should be tasty and fun too!
INNOVATIVE PHYSIOTHERAPISTS
SHARI MACDONALD
- PHYSIOTHERAPIST
BSCPT, MSc, (Gunn) IMS
Shari is a Registered Physical Therapist with over 23 years of clinical experience. She has completed post-graduate certifications in sport, acupuncture, IMS and manual therapy. In 2013, she completed a MSc in Biomechanics with a focus on running injuries. Shari enjoys educating people about injury prevention.
Her clinical practice focuses on addressing poor biomechanical movement patterns, imbalances in strength and flexibility and improving core stability to keep an active population doing what they love. Shari is currently a board member of Run Calgary (Calgary Marathon Society.)
LORI FITZPATRICK
- PHYSIOTHERAPIST
BPE, BHScPT, FCAMPT, CGIMS
With over 24 years of clinical experience, Lori provides evidence-based and innovative physiotherapy services. She has worked with people of all ages with various musculoskeletal/orthopaedic injuries.
Lori graduated with a Bachelor of Physical Education (BPE) degree from the University of Calgary in 1991. She was also a member of the varsity women’s soccer team and received the Gauntlet Sports Extra Effort Award and was named one of the Top Ten Academic Athletes at that time. She obtained her Bachelor of Health Sciences degree in Physiotherapy (BHScPT) from McMaster University in 1996. Upon completion of her degree, she went on to take numerous postgraduate courses. In 2000, she completed her Intermediate Manual Therapy exam (Part A) and obtained her Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) certification. She had the pleasure of taking the course by the founder himself, Dr Chan Gunn. She achieved the highest level of Manual Therapy certification, becoming a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Therapy (FCAMPT) in 2002. In 2016, Lori completed the Diagnostic Imaging course for physiotherapists from the University of Alberta.
Lori uses a combination of manual therapy, IMS, exercise prescription and education to help her clients achieve their goals and to live their best life possible. She enjoys the challenge that each new case presents and offers specialized physiotherapy solutions to meet her clients' individual and unique needs. In her free time, Lori enjoys spending time with her family, participating as a coach in their athletic pursuits and has been known to call the off-leash park her happy place.
Sam Whiting
- PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Bsc KIN, MSC PT, AN-IMS 1
Sam is a Registered Physical Therapist from the University of Saskatchewan. Coming from a sporting background, Sam has had a passion for all things physically active since he can remember. An alumni of the U of S Men's soccer team, Sam has a passion for working with soccer and sport related injuries. Sam’s goal with his patients is to bridge the gap between injury rehab and performance training. You can expect that if you book in with Sam, you will be provided with the knowledge you need to get back to whatever activity you enjoy participating in. Restoring range of motion, increasing strength/endurance, implementing manual techniques such as dry needling and improving movement patterns are cornerstones of Sam’s professional practice.
VICTORIA COLBERT
- PHYSIOTHERAPIST
BSc HK, BSc HNU, MSc PT, AN-IMS 1
Victoria is originally from Nova Scotia where her passion for sports and movement stems from growing up dancing, playing soccer, volleyball, track & field, and rugby. Victoria graduated from St. Francis Xavier University with a double major in Human Kinetics and Human Nutrition. During her time at St.FX she was the Student Athletic Therapist for the X-Men Football team. Upon completion, she moved to Alberta where she began working as a Kinesiologist. After seeing the positive impact that physiotherapists had in their clients' lives, she was inspired to start her career as a physiotherapist. She then moved to Glasgow, Scotland, where she graduated from Glasgow Caledonian University with her Master’s degree in Physiotherapy.
Victoria is passionate about getting to the root cause of her client’s pain and getting them back doing what they love to do. She integrates a mix of education, hands-on manual therapy, dry-needling, and therapeutic exercise to achieve effective and long-lasting results Victoria strives to empower her clients to take their health and physical well being into their own hands to prevent re-injury.
Outside of work, Victoria enjoys spending time with friends & family, mountain biking, skiing, running, hiking, and camping.
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Shea Quilichini
- PHYSIOTHERAPIST
BSc Kin, MSC PT
Shea completed his Master of Science in Physiotherapy at McMaster University after earning a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Calgary.
Shea treats a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions with a special interest in low back, hip, knee, and neck pain. His approach blends hands-on therapy, targeted exercise, and education to help patients recover and build resilience for the future. Whether managing a recent injury or working through persistent pain, Shea tailors each treatment plan to the individual, aiming for long-term results.
He brings experience from working across Canada in sport medicine, orthopaedics, neuro-rehabilitation, and Kinesiology paediatric and geriatric care. This background allows him to support patients at every stage, from early recovery to return-to-sport or daily function.
Shea is certified in Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) and is an Intermediate Manual Therapist through the Orthopaedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association. He regularly pursues advanced training to stay current with best practice.
Outside of work, Shea enjoys exploring the Rockies, staying active, and catching live music around the city. He values time with friends and is always up for a good conversation over coffee or a walk.