Our Team

Scott graduated from the University of Western Ontario with a bachelor of science in Physiotherapy. He received his Diploma of Manipulative Physiotherapy from the Canadian Physiotherapy Association, Orthopedic Division and has completed a clinical masters in manipulative therapy from the University of Western Ontario.

Scott started working in Toronto at the high profile sports clinic Physiotherapy on Bay.  Aside from treating patients, and consulting on complicated orthopedic problems, he facilitates continuing education and mentorship for the staff at the clinic. He has a special interest in the treatment of orthopedic conditions of the spine, SI joint, hip and shoulder. The bulk of his treatment expertise lies in the use of manual therapy, which includes mobilization and manipulation of the muscles and joints of the body. An adjunct to his treatment includes active exercise programs, core stabilization and is the founder of the Integrated Dry Needling certification course.

Scott is an instructor and Lead examiner for the Orthopaedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association teaching the Advanced Integrated Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy Curriculum of courses across Canada. He also has an academic appointment at the University of Western Ontario, teaching in the Clinical Masters Manipulative Therapy and Advanced Health Care Practitioner program.  Scott has co-published two extensive technique manuals for use in conjunction with the Manual Therapy education systems in Canada. 

Prior to his physiotherapy studies, Stephen completed his Bachelor degree in Kinesiology at the University of Western Ontario, and has worked as a personal trainer. Over the years, Stephen has taken many continuing education courses,  his advanced diploma in manual and manipulative therapy (FCAMT). Steve has been teaching post-graduate courses in Manual Therapy since 2010.  He is also trained and certified in Gunn IMS dry needling.

Ben is a graduate of the Human Kinetics program at the University of Guelph, Ben went on to obtain a Master’s degree in Exercise Physiology. He completed his Master’s degree in Physiotherapy from McMaster University and has been working in and around Guelph since.

Ben has completed his Advanced Diploma of Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy. He is trained in Integrated Dry Needling (a certification course created by the staff at Manual Concepts similar to Gunn IMS).

During his time at Guelph, Ben played four years of varsity football and was the team trainer for the varsity soccer team for a year. He has since taken up road cycling and has taken a course in bike fitting. He enjoys riding with the Speed River Cycling Club in the summer and playing hockey in the winter.

Anne earned her Bachelor of Science degree (Hons) in Kinesiology from Wilfrid Laurier University where she was also a member of the women’s varsity volleyball team. Anne went on to receive her Master’s in Physiotherapy from McMaster University.

With a keen interest in orthopedics and manual therapy, Anne completed an Advanced Diploma in Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy. In addition, Anne has received certification in Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) and has completed courses in Mulligan mobilizations, acupuncture and therapeutic taping. 

Anne’s love for the sciences, healthcare, education and fitness is what led her to pursue a career in physiotherapy. Anne takes great pride in her personal health and fitness and loves nothing more than helping individuals achieve their functional and/or fitness goals.

Jordan obtained his Master’s degree in Physiotherapy from McMaster University and has continued to enhance his clinical skillset by completing courses in orthopaedic manual therapy (mobilization and manipulation of muscles and joints), Integrated Dry Needling (IDN), soft tissue release, and concussion management.

He will often draw from each of these areas, as well as specialized exercise, to establish effective multimodal treatment programs for his patients.

Prior to his physiotherapy studies, Jordan graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University with an undergraduate degree in Kinesiology and Business Administration and also spent time working as a personal trainer.

As a Guelphite and avid sports fan, Jordan grew up playing competitive hockey in Guelph and Fergus and continues to spend his time participating in a variety of sports, including hockey, golf, snowboarding, and tennis.

Since graduating, Tyler has gone on to complete the Advanced Diploma of Manual and Manipulative Therapy program to become a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapists (FCAMPT).  He has also completed courses in Acupuncture through the McMaster Contemporary Medical Acupuncture Program and Dry Needling through the Integrated Dry Needling Program (CIDN).  In addition, he also has training in athletic taping.

Tyler has treated a variety of conditions and age groups through his career and has worked in close collaboration with orthopaedic surgeons, kinesiologists, registered massage therapists and other physios.  When not helping clients achieve their goals, Tyler is often busy with his two children and wife.  As an avid sports fan Tyler continues to be active and enjoys playing soccer, hockey, golf and mountain biking when he can.

Taylor completed her Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Human Kinetics with a minor in Nutrition & Nutraceutical Sciences at the University of Guelph. She went on to complete her Master’s of Science in Physiotherapy at Queen’s University and most recently, completed her Master’s of Clinical Science in Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy at Western University. 

Clinically, Taylor treats a variety of individuals of all ages and fitness levels, ranging from elite athletes to those less familiar with exercise. Getting to know her patients and how they can work together to achieve their functional goals is at the foundation of her practice. Taylor values teamwork to empower her patients and supplements these meaningful connections by incorporating education, exercise, manual therapy, and integrated dry needling into her practice. 

For many years Taylor played competitive hockey and will always be a hockey player at heart. Outside of the clinic she still plays hockey and enjoys running, hiking, and yoga. Beyond physical activity, she loves traveling and trying new foods! Taylor embodies her passion for health and fitness, integrating it into her treatments.

Taylor completed her Masters of Science in Physiotherapy at the University of Toronto and has also received certification in the Integrated Dry Needling program. She has a keen interest in treating orthopedic conditions and draws from her previous experience as an ergonomic consultant to provide specific education to optimize treatment programs for her clients.

Her background in Human Kinetics, with a Bachelor of Science (Hons) from the University of Guelph, combined with her experience as a strength and conditioning coach for varsity teams, has given her a solid foundation in health and fitness. During her time at Guelph, she was actively involved in sports, playing five years of varsity rugby.

Taylor has a passion for staying active and continues to engage in physical activities such as running, resistance training, and coaching. Her commitment to health and wellness extends beyond her personal life, as she brings her knowledge and enthusiasm to her clients to help them achieve their goals and improve their overall well-being.

Laura Scholtz

Physiotherapist

MPT, BSc.HK, CIDN

Laura began her post secondary journey at University of Guelph for Human Kinetics and graduated physical therapy at the University of Western Ontario. 

Laura’s approach to treatment involves working alongside the client in their goals and providing encouragement for activity in enjoyable ways. Laura values providing the necessary knowledge to her clients so they can become more attuned to their body’s movements and rehab. Laura utilizes exercise, education, acupuncture, and manual therapy in her practice and enjoys working with a variety of clients including athletes, desk workers, weekend warriors, and active individuals. 

When she’s not working, Laura enjoys going to concerts, soccer, yoga, volleyball, crocheting, and using art as an outlet for her anatomy obsession!

David Dam

Registered Massage Therapist (RMT)

David Dam is a registered massage therapist who graduated from the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy in Cambridge in 2019. He is a member in good standing with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO), the College of Massage Therapists of British Columbia (CMTBC), and the Massage Therapists Association of Nova Scotia (MTANS).

David has exceeded his college’s clinical requirements and gained diverse hands-on experience working with clients in various settings, including Hospice Wellington, acquired brain injury clinics, and completing a specialized sports massage certification through CCMH. His career has spanned both spa and clinical environments, where he has treated a wide range of clients with varying needs, from injury rehabilitation to general wellness.

David’s approach is client-centered, adapting his techniques to meet each individual’s goals and preferences. His skill set includes deep tissue massage, relaxation techniques, trigger point therapy, myofascial release, and passive stretching, among others.

Outside of the clinic, David is passionate about fitness, spending his free time training at the gym, hiking, reading, and experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen.

Shelley Whitmore

Clinic Director / Owner

Unlike her Manual Concept colleagues, Shelley comes from a background in commercial television production and advertising. She worked in commercial production for 10 years producing commercials for Canadian, American and European television.

Shelley then went on to join a downtown Toronto Ad Agency where she worked for the next eight years developing National advertising campaigns for various large-scale clients.

After finally saying goodbye to the advertising world in 2010 Shelley joined the Manual Concept Physiotherapy team as Clinic Director in October of that year. She now enjoys all the challenges and changes that managing the clinic offers as well as her much shorter commute!

Anna Coretti

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