Montreal-West Clinic

Margaret’s philosophy is “fitness from the inside – out”! She is a Certified Fitness Trainer (CFT) and Youth Fitness Trainer (YFT) through the International Sport Science Association (ISSA). She has a vast knowledge in training, high net-gain nutrition, and an overall enthusiasm for developing and sharing her knowledge in these fields.

Margaret’s active career began while trudging through marshlands detailing the effects of climate change on blackbirds. It was then that her focus on prevention grew as a prominent message to effect change. These observations prompted an in-depth study via a M.A. in the area of education and human learning with a focus on human potential.

Margaret’s queries led to 11+ years work in the private and public education sectors as educator, administrator, researcher, and developer of well-received programs based on the theory of active learning with children, youth-at-risk, youth, and adult learners. She uses training and high net-gain nutrition as a prime motivator to guide and challenge individuals about what it means, and feels like, to undoubtedly enhance quality of life.

As research shows we have unnecessarily come to accept stress, disease, and illness as a part of our lives. Lifestyle changes can prevent, offset and even reverse a plethora of mental and physical ailments with changes to our daily activity and nutritional regimens.

Tapping potential and success takes desire, commitment, open communication, feedback and learning. Whether you are a recreationalist or pursuing athleticism, these are critical in order to refocus old habits of thinking as fuel for all aspects of your life. It is more critical than ever to integrate exercise as a prescription for health.

Margaret’s clients are successful because of her attention to detail, thoroughness, and support provided toward self-guided accountability. Clients learn to master their own strengths, train their weaknesses, and celebrate personal successes. Margaret can be found pushing her own boundaries in resistance training, road-cycling, distance running (Chi), X-country skiing, surfing back in Nova Scotia, and chasing after the three greatest boys in her life.

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Tiffany-Christine Blouin has been working for Action Sport Physio Montreal-West since May of 2007. Tiffany Obtained a DEC in Social Science from Dawson College in 2006 and a B.A, Major in Sociology, from Concordia University in December 2009. Tiffany was the first to receive the Laura Gainey memorial scholarship in 2007 and is a strong believer in the value of education. Her future goal includes obtaining a graduate diploma in business administration from Concordia University

Upon graduation, Tiffany was promoted from evening receptionist to Vice-President of Administration and Director of Client Services at Action Sport Physio Montreal-West. Tiffany’s duty is to ensure clients receive optimal service, and she is in charge of controlling all aspects of the administrative structure of the clinic. She is also in charge of managing the reception staff.

During her free time, Tiffany enjoys outdoor activities including wilderness camping and ice-fishing. She is a firm believer in strong family bonds and values. She is community oriented and enjoys volunteering. Every summer the community in which she grew up (Pointe St-Charles) holds a 3 day fundraiser benefiting the Children’s Wish Foundation. Tiffany enjoys public speaking, which has led her to participate in the United Irish Societies annual public speaking pageant. The skills and confidence she has acquired through public speaking has given her the goal to become a motivational speaker.

tblouin@actionsportphysio.com

Ryan Cohen joined the Action Sport Physio Downtown team in 2008. He has been working at the Montreal West clinic since 2006 as a highly qualified personal trainer.  From 1995 to 2004, Ryan worked as a search and rescue technician for the Canadian Armed Forces. He was responsible for training new recruits and was the battalion medical officer.  He also worked as a volunteer firefighter and paramedic. He is experienced in corrective conditioning, muscle activation, pilates and conditioning for golf. Ryan has a broad professional background in medical care and physical fitness. He is able to detect any physical imbalances and he can use the motivational tools learned through the military and counseling to educate individuals to balance body and mind. Ryan will give you the attention, the motivation and the body education to make you achieve your goals!

Amélie Désgagnés graduated from Concordia University in Exercice Sciences, specialization in Athletic Therapy in 2008. The same year, she was certified from the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association (CATA). Following that, she did her certification as a Sport First Responder, Personal Trainer and Neuroproprioceptif taping professional.  

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Julie has been working at Action Sport Physio Montreal West since October 2008. She has graduated from the Academy of Scientific Massage in May 2008 with a diploma in Massokinesitherapie. In addition to therapeutic and relaxation massage, Julie has massotherapy training in pre and post natal women. Furthermore, she has training in chair massage which allows her the opportunity to be on the road covering all types of sports and community events and going to company’s to offer work massages. Julie is now working on her courses to become a certified sports therapist.

Katie McIntyre has lived in Montreal for 5 years and has been working with Action Sport Montreal West since 2007.  Katie first began working as a physiotherapist assistant and exercise specialist.  She graduated from Canisius College with a Bachelor’s degree in Science and has obtained certifications in the United States and in Canada. These consist of Certified Athletic Trainer (NATA), Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCS), Certified Fitness Instructor (YMCA) and Certified Essentrics Instructor.  Through the years Katie has learned Acupressure, Reflexology, and Integral Breathwork techniques.  She is currently studying to be a Core Belief Engineering Counselor (Vancouver, BC).  Her approach is to work on all aspects of a person including the mental, physical, emotional, energetic and spiritual in order to heal and create long lasting changes in one’s life.  Her goal is to bring awareness to each individual so that they can tap INTO my_their own ability to heal.  Katie enjoys painting, writing, dancing and spending time with her son.

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Yannick Mullié is a French Osteopath who graduated from Ceeso Paris in 2006. He has taught manipulative treatment as well as clinical reasoning in Osteopathy. 

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Sabrina Sabelli graduated at McGill University in 2005 with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy and a Bachelor of Athletic Therapy at Concordia University in 2002. She began working at Action Sport Physio upon her graduation. In 2001-2002, she was a student athletic therapist for U-16 Lac St Louis Lakers soccer team and she was also the student athletic therapist for Lac St Louis Midget AAA hockey team. From 2003-2005, Sabrina was a certified personal trainer and a member de A.N.I.E. During that time she was also as fitness consultant and a member of the Canadian Exercise Physiology Association. Sabrina was a member of the Canadian National Synchronized Figure Skating Team from 1998-2003 where she won the Canadian Championships and placed third with her team at the World Championships. When Sabrina is not at the clinic she enjoys rollerblading, figure skating, weight and cardio training.

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Karine Tcholkayan graduated from Dalhousie University in Halifax in 2010 with a M.Sc. in Physiotherapy as well as a B.Sc. in Exercise Science at Concordia University in 2005. She is a licensed physiotherapist and a member of l'Ordre des professionnels de la physiothérapie du Québec. Karine worked as a member of the Action Sport team while completing her Exercise Science degree. She has also led the Stand up! falls prevention community-based program for autonomous seniors. Prior to graduating, she has followed continuing education courses such as Diagnosis & Treatment of Movement System Impairment Syndromes as well as a manual therapy course. Her research proposal with Dalhousie University focused on breast cancer rehabilitation, a subject she would like to further develop.

Karine has gained over ten years of competitive swimming experience, which allowed her to travel across the country and obtain a provincial swimming record. In her free time, she enjoys rock climbing and spending time in the outdoors.

Ronny Varga graduated from McGill University in 2002 with a Bachelor of Science in Physiology and a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy. He is a licensed physiotherapist and a member of l'Ordre des professionnels de la physiothérapie du Québec. Soon after graduating, he was hired by Action Sport Physio - West Island where he treated a vast array of orthopaedic and sport injuries. Pursuing his career in the sports medicine world, Ronny became the Head Therapist for the Midget AAA Lac St. Louis Lions Hockey Team just a few months after graduating. He was very successful in keeping the team healthy by evaluating and treating each individual player's problems and educating them on how to protect themselves from further injury. Recognizing his ability to treat elite athletes, Ronny was offered a position as one of two therapists for the Montreal Impact Soccer Club for the 2003 and 2004 Championship season.  Retiring from the Professional sports scene in 2004, Ronny was given the opportunity to open an Action Sport Physio in Montreal West and has been successful in creating a team that offers unparalleled healthcare services to the local community and beyond.  Always interested in remaining up-to-date with the current topics and techniques in Physiotherapy, Ronny has taken additional post-education courses such manual therapy courses, neck and back care via the McKenzie approach, Mulligan Concept, TMJ, first responder treatments, taping courses and Muscle Activation Techniques. Away from the clinic, Ronny enjoys playing soccer and ball hockey. More importantly, he enjoys the outdoors and shares as much quality time with his wife and daughter. 

rvarga@actionsportphysio.com