Andrew Lester – Physiotherapy Consultant

Andrew graduated from the University of Alberta in 2006 with a Masters Degree in Physiotherapy after completing his Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology/Exercise Physiology in 2004 at the University of Calgary. Andrew brings his 17 year experience as a competitive triathlete and coach to the clinical setting where he has developed a special interest in active rehab and exercise prescription for all individuals. Since graduating, Andrew has been pursing his certifications in manual therapy & acupuncture, and has been utilizing these skills in the clinical setting.  He has training in muscle mobilization, a particular technique that liberates tight or over-used muscles and allows them to return to dynamic and healthy contraction. Andrew has found particular success in treating knee, back and shoulder dysfunction with his combination of exercise prescription, manual therapy, acupuncture and hands on therapies. Outside of the clinic, Andrew continues to compete as a triathlete at the Ironman distance and believes this experience and his desire to promote an active lifestyle will both guide and motivate other individuals to reach their individual goals.

Mehwa Kim, Physiotherapy Consultant

Mehwa graduated from the University of Western Ontario in 1996 with a Bachelors of Science in Physical Therapy and obtained her Masters of Physiotherapy (Manipulation) from the University of Queensland, Australia in 2002. She returned to Calgary in 2006 from Australia where she had been continuing her studies in physiotherapy researching neck pain and spinal stability. She is a fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manual Therapists (CAMT) and certified in Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS).

Mehwa has been working in a variety of hospital, private practice, sports medicine and university settings in Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia for the last 13 years. Although Mehwa sees a variety of dysfunctions and injuries in a wide range of clientele, her major areas of interest are spinal problems and core stabilization, sporting injuries and correction of muscle imbalances. A large part of her practice now at Innovative Health is working with individuals in a primary active component to retrain muscles functionally and competitively on the gym floor. She believes it has been a key component in getting the injured weekend warrior, elite athlete, active housewife or ultra-busy business executive back to functional activities as well as competitive sporting events. She believes a primary component of physiotherapy is education and physical activity.

Mehwa keeps busy all year round working with rugby teams in the summer and participating herself in a variety of sports such as tennis, running, volleyball, hiking, and cycling.

Jonathan Glass, Physiotherapy Consultant

Jonathan graduated from Acadia University with a Bachelor in Kinesiology in 2004, with a concentration in Sport Rehabilitation. In 2009, Jonathan received his Masters of Physical Therapy from the University of Alberta, with a special interest in knee and shoulder health. Currently, Jonathan is undergoing specialized training specific to manual therapy orthopedic assessment and treatment, as well as acupuncture. Throughout his life, Jonathan has displayed a passion for sports and fitness, crediting his early experiences to his belief in lifelong physical activity. Through physical therapy treatments, Jonathan hopes to extend this outlook to all individuals, regardless of limitations, injury, age or ability, while empowering and educating his clients as they work towards the ultimate goal of rehab success. With an early start in Calgary’s minor hockey and baseball leagues, Jonathan considers himself fortunate to have played in national and international tournaments. Today, in addition to hockey, Jonathan enjoys snowboarding, hiking, mountain biking, golf and waterskiing, while looking to further explore a new physical challenge in cross country skiing.

Sandi Seto, Physiotherapy Consultant

With over twenty four years of clinical experience in orthopaedics (musculo-skeletal) and sport-related injuries. Sandi graduated from the University of Alberta with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy in 1986, with postgraduate studies that included Certification in Acupuncture through the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute (1994) as well as a Diploma in Intermediate Manual and Manipulative Therapy (RCAMT).Sandi’s interest in health and wellness has led her to be a Certified Advanced Mat Stott Pilates Instructor since 2004.

Sandi has also pursued specialized training in Ergonomics. She has conducted Office Ergonomic Assessments for many companies in the last 3 years and enjoys teaching at various types of business and health organizations. As an avid runner, Sandi is often training for a marathon or a trail race but also enjoys cycling, skiing, tennis, squash, kayaking and pottery. She has completed 12 marathons including one ultra, and credits her first marathon experience in Dublin, Ireland to fundraise for the Arthritis Society, for her passion in promoting an active healthy lifestyle. Sandi is well aware of sport-related and non sport (office or home) related injuries and is passionate in integrating a comprehensive and active approach in helping her clients achieve optimal function.

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