Meet the Team at Ottawa Health: Performance and Rehabilitation

Get to Know Us

Dr. Rich Raigoza, Chiropractor

About Me I am the owner/founder of Ottawa Health: Performance and Rehabilitation and one of the chiropractors of the team. My vision for OHPR is to become a pioneer in the way that physical therapy and rehabilitation is offered. My approach to therapy is heavily based on functional and essential movements which can be improved by focused and targeted manual therapy in addition to exercise. I am the primary lead on performance testing through cutting edge technology such as VO2 max and metabolic rate testing. We are one of the only facilities in all of Ontario with the assessment tools to offer these assessments in order to achieve better athletic performance and the prevention of disease.

I was originally born in Medellin, Colombia and can offer my services in both English and Spanish.

Education & Certifications

University of Waterloo B.sc Kinesiology and minor in Cognitive science
Doctor of Chiropractic – Canadian memorial chiropractic college
Neurofunctional acupuncture – McMaster University
Additional certifications and education including athletic movement assessment upper limb, lower limb and clinical applications, functional range release therapy, rock tape beginner and advanced.

Dr. Christine Rad, Chiropractor

About Me

Growing up, Dr. Christine experienced her fair share of sport- and dance-related injuries, including a fractured ankle. Having a Chiropractor on her team kept her playing and performing for many more years! This became a strong influence for Dr. Rad; she developed a desire to also help people continue doing the things they love. Currently, she enjoys exploring new trails here in Ottawa and spending time outdoors with her fiancé Dr. Rich and their husky Tren.

Dr. Christine is able to provide treatment in both English and Ukrainian.

Dr. Stephanie Hemstock, Chiropractor

About Me

Growing up in Ottawa, being active and playing competitive sports was always a part of my lifestyle. This passion for health and fitness flourished into a desire to learn more about how the human body adapts to different activities and overcomes injury. Once I discovered how chiropractic care can have such a meaningful and positive impact on individuals, I couldn’t possibly imagine myself doing anything else.

I want to share this passion with as many people as I can and help them to be the best version of themselves through a healthy, active lifestyle.

Anna Pierce, Nurse Practitioner

After 6 years of nursing, I am beginning a new journey as a Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner. I am skilled at diagnosing various conditions and formulating individualized treatment plans for patients of all ages, while staying current with the latest medical knowledge. Education and Certifications

Certifications: BScN, RN license, MScN, RN-EC license, BLS
Laurentian University, Sudbury, Canada: 2019 – 2022 Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner and Masters of Science in Nursing
Nipissing University, North Bay, Canada: 2013 – 2016 Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Sumy State University, Ukraine: 2007-2012 Internal Medicine: Degree obtained: 5 out of 6 years completed

Clinical interests and expertise: I have experience in primary health care clinics, hospital environment, long-term care and community. I am focused on providing compassionate and holistic evaluation and management of patients of all ages. My goal is to provide all spectrum of health care services within the scope of PHC-NP. Hobbies: Beach and court volleyball. Fun Fact: I speak 3 languages (English, Ukrainian, Russian) and currently learning French. Favorite Quote: When you reach the top, keep climbing.

Taofiq Aziz, Physiotherapy Resident

taofiq aziz Taofiq completed his Masters of Physiotherapy from the University of Ottawa, where he developed a passion for orthopedics and sports rehabilitation. He uses a patient-centered approach to guide and educate his clients so that they understand the rehab process and can self-manage in the future. Taofiq is devoted to helping his clients reduce their pain and improve their functional measures
such as strength, mobility, and endurance to support his clients in their rehab and fitness
goals.

Taofiq is very passionate about leading a physically active lifestyle, which originally sparked his
interest in exercise science, leading him to pursue a B.Sc. in Kinesiology at Western University.
During this time, he had the opportunity to work as a varsity strength and conditioning coach
and later as the athletic therapist for the men’s and women’s varsity soccer team, which helped
him gain invaluable experience treating sports related injuries and developing preventative
rehab programs to keep his athletes healthy and performing at a high level.

Taofiq can practice physiotherapy in English and French, and is currently learning Spanish!

Education and Certifications:

M.Sc. PT – University of Ottawa
B.Sc. (Hons) – Western University

Attila Bajus, Physiotherapist

Attila’s physiotherapy treatment philosophy is strongly grounded in knowledge transfer, therapeutic exercise, manual therapy and optimization of movement. He is a strong believer in treating the person and the cause instead of centralizing on just the injury. This is evident in his comprehensive, neuro-functional assessments and treatments as they focus on the individual’s goals, lifestyle and capacity. He is an advocate for multidisciplinary collaboration and teamwork so that patients get the overall quality of care they deserve. Education and Certifications:

Bachelors of Science Honors Kinesiology, Human Nutrition Minor at University of Waterloo
Masters of Science in Physical Therapy at Queen’s University

Robyn MacRae

I remain very active throughout the year with my family. You can find us doing anything outside from skiing, playing hockey, fishing and paddling. My favorite way to spend time alone is doing yoga either in a studio, a park or on a paddleboard in the summer.

Clinical interests & Expertise
I incorporate various massage techniques to help rehabilitate clients to their optimal functionality. I try to accomplish these outcomes by the use of Deep Tissue, Trigger Point work, and fascial release. In order to allow for the effects of the treatment to last, I educate my clients on the importance of hydration, stretching and strengthening areas of imbalances. I have experience working with sports injuries, stress release, trigger points, tendonitis, sprain/strains, head, neck and shoulder issues, limited range of motion and chronic pain.

Gloria Saikaley

RMT with four years of experience providing effective and compassionate client care with complementary experience as a personal trainer. Experience treating a wide range of conditions successfully from simple to complex cases. Professional yet personable and empathetic manner; high level of discretion and confidentiality; strong work ethic and client focus; detail oriented; self-motivated and results driven. Made a career change from corporate administration to massage therapy due to a strong interest in learning about the body and a desire to help people manage or eliminate musculoskeletal pain. Personally experienced both acute injury and chronic compensatory pain from reinjuring joint tissue multiple times, which required seeking various manual therapies such as chiropractic care and physiotherapy. Having been on the receiving end of treatments, not only can I empathize with clients, but also appreciate what each type of practitioner has to offer and refer my clients to them when it serves their best interests. Since I strive to achieve a client’s treatment goal in the shortest time possible, working within a multidisciplinary clinic allows me to better serve clients with complex cases by working with a team of practitioners in complementary disciplines. Education & Certifications

Registered Massage Therapist
Certified CanfitPro Personal Training Specialist
Massage Therapy Diploma, Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy, Toronto, 2018

Dr. Nivin Sharaf, Cupping Therapist

Nivin Sharaf Eldin is an Internationally Certified trainer and teacher for Hijama and cupping therapy. With 19 years of experience as a medical educator teaching anatomy, and medicine both nationally and globally, Nivin has a vast knowledge of the human body and its predicaments. She trains practitioners and practices in natural remedies to tackle resistant pain, terminal illness, and improve quality of life. Education and Certifications: Dr. Sharaf is an Egyptian Physician who specializes in Pediatric Medicine. She began teaching Evidence Based Medicine at the University of Ottawa in 2011. Since discovering cupping therapy and personally experiencing the benefits herself, she has taken 14 certified courses in cupping, acupuncture, and myofascial release. She has trained over 100 physicians in Egypt to offer cupping as an adjuvant therapy. Clinical interests and Expertise: Now living in Ottawa, Dr. Sharaf wants to bring this ancient modality to Ottawa. She hopes to teach physicians, physiotherapists, chiropractors, nurses and any medical therapist about the benefits of cupping. Awards and Recognitions

Award of Excellence in teaching at the University of Ottawa
Certified International Coach and John Maxwell Certified team member

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Daniela Lezama, Clinic Assistant

I am an undergrad student in criminology and law that is passionate about enriching myself with knowledge from all walks of life. I find fulfillment in helping others in any way I can. Hobbies: In my spare time, I enjoy staying active through hikes and going to the gym. I also enjoy playing the flute and listening to true crime podcasts. Fun Fact: I love languages and can speak English, Spanish and French Favorite Quote: “Loneliness is the human condition. Cultivate it. The way it tunnels into you allows your soul room to grow. ” – Janet Fitch

Chelsea Angus, Clinic Assistant

I’ve been a clinic team member since 2022 Corey photo

Corey Hazell, Clinic Manager

I am the clinic manager at Ottawa Health: Performance and Rehabilitation.