Dr. Shirley Blanc earned her Honours Bachelor of Science and her Doctorate of Optometry designation from the University of Waterloo in 2001. Over the years, she has worked in various clinical settings, including laser eye surgery centers conducting pre- and post-surgery assessments. In addition to providing general eye care and contact lens services, she dedicates a significant portion of her practice to assessing and treating patients with visual problems due to brain injury, including concussion and stroke, and also has an interest in high-performance sports vision. She is a Fellow and Executive Board Member of the Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation Association (NORA), and is a member of the International Sports Vision Association. She is an Advisory Board Member and course contributor for Complete Concussions.

Dr. Blanc has provided vision rehabilitation and high-performance vision services for athletes at all levels, including varsity, national, Olympic, and professional. Her unique expertise in both rehabilitative and high-performance vision has enabled her to customize solutions for her patients and athletes in determining areas of dysfunction, but also how to maximize one’s vision potential for the task that needs to be performed. She worked in the village polyclinic at the 2015 Toronto Pan Am games as part of an Optometric team, conducting eye examinations for international athletes and support staff.

Dr. Blanc has conducted many speaking engagements for organizations including: Brain Injury Canada, Sports Physiotherapists of Canada, Ontario Association of Optometrists, Professional Hockey Athletic Trainer’s Association, and the University of Toronto. She served as Conference Chair for NORA in 2019, and has contributed to NORA website educational content for patients and professionals. Dr. Blanc has been an external vision consultant and a co-investigator with the University of Toronto David L. Macintosh Sports Medicine Clinic on visual manifestations of sport related concussion. She is an author/co-author of literature articles on the topic of vision and concussion, and hopes to contribute to further research on this topic.

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Dr. Christina Carew, ND is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor who focuses on helping patients unravel chronic symptoms and rebuild their health using functional, environmental, and root-cause medicine.

Dr. Carew holds additional certifications in mold literacy, Advanced HRT prescribing, and has completed a GI Fellowship. She is an active member of NAEM, GastroANP, and Confident Clinician, and has specialized training in Lyme, PANS/PANDAS, mental wellbeing, and genetics.

She loves decoding the connection between gut, brain, hormones, and environment.

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Dr. Cootauco’s approach to care blends two therapeutic systems that work synergistically to restore health: naturopathy addresses functional issues related to metabolism, immune and hormonal dysregulation, while osteopathy addresses structural issues related to bones, joints, muscles, organs, and fascia.

Dr. Cootauco studied neurophysiology at the University of Toronto, then four years of naturopathy at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine, and recently completed a five-year program at the Canadian College of Osteopathy (one of only three practitioners in Canada with these designations).

She completed her post-graduate training in the clinical application of Functional Medicine and genomics at the Institute for Functional Medicine and promotes a patient-centered, science-based approach to care.

She understands each patient’s unique health history and is committed to helping people with complex, chronic conditions where conventional treatment may be limited, including:

Autoimmune disorders Lyme disease Environmentally-related illnesses Neurological conditions We are only beginning to understand how the brain interacts with the body. Stacy is involved in research, technology, consulting, and continued learning in these fields. Her goal is to bring awareness and restore hope to people suffering with no answers.

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Dr. Daniel Demian has had a lifelong passion for high performance. Throughout university, he was successful academically and athletically until a concussion derailed him. He was discouraged by the absence of viable options for rehabilitation. Previously resilient and vibrant, he could sense self-doubt creeping in. After seeing many specialists and exhausting his options, he came upon a functional neurology doctor. Finally, he had answers! Specific lifestyle modifications and principles of functional neurology reestablished hope. Daniel knew he was destined to help return that same hope to others.

Dr. Demian is a licensed chiropractor and has been practicing functional neurology as a board-certified diplomate of the ACNB for several years. He and his team are very few who use cutting-edge equipment and years of experience to test and interpret specific brain and nervous system markers. From these tests, they tailor detailed treatment plans to correct deficiencies, maximize performance and reclaim your life. He integrates many treatment tools and modalities to harness Neuroplasticity without surgical intervention or drugs.

Dr. Demian and his team works with patients with a variety of symptoms that have affected their performance and personal well-being. This can include:

• Dizziness, Vertigo, Balance + Gait Disorders
• Headaches and Migraines
• Neurodegenerative Conditions:
• Mild Cognitive Impairment
• Multiple Sclerosis
• Parkinson’s Disease
• Functional Neurological Disorder:
• PPPD (Perceptual Persistent Postural Dizziness)
• FMD (Functional Movement Disorder)
• FCD (Functional Cognitive Disorder)
• FSD (Functional Seizure Disorder)
• Dysautonomia, POTS
• Movement Disorders (ie Dystonia)
• Physical Injuries +/or Chronic Pain
• Chronic Illness including: Post-Covid-19 - syndrome/PASC, Chronic Lyme Disease, - Environmental Illness
• Sensory Processing Disorder and other Pediatric movement issues
• Peak brain and physical performance
• (both professional + recreational athletes)
• Sports performance and sports Injury rehabilitation programming

We are only beginning to understand how the brain interacts with the body. Daniel is involved in research, technology, consulting, and continued learning in these fields. His goal is to bring awareness and restore hope to people suffering with no answers.

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Dr. Naomi Demian is one of few naturopathic doctors in Toronto who work in collaboration with medical doctors to bring solutions to complex chronic conditions. She is trained in functional medicine and has worked with leading healthcare professionals in treating complex chronic conditions for many years. She bridges conventional medicine with naturopathic principles to help you achieve optimal health.

Dr. Naomi had her own health issues that did not fit inside the traditional health paradigm. With years of unresolved digestive issues, stress, and pain she was frustrated with conflicting diagnosis and treatment options. It was not until she was able to find a team of healthcare providers working together that she got to the root of her health issues and regained her health. She is committed to helping patients find the solutions to their complex conditions. She believes health is not just about surviving but thriving and will work with you to balance body systems, optimize nutrition, and get to the root of your health care conditions.

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Callum pursued a BA in Kinesiology and Physical Education at Laurier University (2013-2017). While at Laurier, Callum played on the men’s varsity soccer team and frequently volunteered in the Athletic Therapy clinic working with varsity athletes from a variety of teams in their rehab. In his fourth year, Callum completed a thesis on obstacle avoidance strategies during various forms of locomotion under the supervision of Dr. Cinelli.

Callum has developed his skillset as an exercise practitioner by attaining his Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certificate from the National Strength and Conditioning Association, completing a two year personal trainer mentorship program, and subsequently coaching exercise in individual, group, and team settings for the past 6 years. Callum has experience with pediatric clientele, working as an instructor in a Youth Training Academy and becoming the head coach of a local rep soccer team for three consecutive years.

Callum returned to school in 2021, attending Queen’s University for a MSc in Physical Therapy. A three month international clinical placement at Amar Seva Sangam in the south of India stands out as the most unique and fulfilling therapeutic experience during his studies. On this placement Callum got to work with patient’s with a variety congenital and acquired neurological conditions including cerebral palsy, spinal cord injuries, and stroke.

Now working as a Physical Therapist Resident, Callum combines his in-depth knowledge of anatomy, biomechanics, and movement principles with manual therapy techniques to achieve sustainable improvements with his patients. Callum enjoys working in collaboration with other health care professionals in order to deliver the best client care possible.

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Sadie is a Registered Kinesiologist with a passion for both mental and physical health. She is a graduate of Queen’s University, where she worked as a Student Athletic Therapist, supporting varsity athletes with on-field care and active rehabilitation.

Sadie is currently pursuing her graduate D.O.M.P. at the Ontario Academy of Progressive Osteopathy, deepening her understanding of the human body and its interconnections. This course of study has informed her practice as a Kinesiologist, where she recognizes that no two bodies move or respond the same way and prioritizes individualized care over a formulaic protocol.

By combining manual therapy with personalized exercise prescriptions, Sadie works to address imbalances, improve structural adaptability, and enhance overall function. She is committed to lifelong learning and values collaborative, holistic care. Through her work she hopes to inspire a more compassionate relationship with the body and contribute to making health and wellness more accessible to all.

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After graduating from Queen’s University in Physical and Health Education and working in the fitness industry for many years, it wasn’t until having her own children that Jill really came to understand the power of nutrition as the foundation for health. In search of a wholistic approach to wellness, she returned to school to become a Certified Nutritional Practitioner from The Institute of Holistic Nutrition. Working as a practitioner since 2001, Jill is also the author of The Paleo Diabetes Diet Solution as well as the best-selling book, The Best Baby Food.

Jill is a passionate advocate of whole foods eating and nutrition education. She believes that health starts on your dinner plate, and she uses diet and lifestyle shifts to mitigate and reverse health conditions. Jill focuses on addressing her clients’ metabolic and genetic individuality as key factors in her functional nutrition protocols and health coaching.

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Dr. Jacobson completed his Medical Degree at the University of Alberta in 1999, followed by a residency in Family Medicine and Emergency Medicine (CCFP-EM) at McGill in 2002. He is a board certified in Integrative Medicine through the American Board of Integrative Medicine (ABOIM), and has completed all certification requirements with the Institute of Functional Medicine. In 2010, after almost a decade of Emergency medicine practice, he started practicing Integrative Medicine.

Today he is the Medical Director and co-founder of Venn Med, where he uses a functional medicine approach to address root causes of chronic illness. He is also a certified Yoga instructor, who endeavours to bring mindfulness into his daily life and to each patient encounter. At Venn Med, Dr. Jacobson’s passion is collaborating with the rest of his team to improve outcomes for patients suffering from chronic illness while accompanying them on their journey back to health.

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Dr. Margaliot completed medical school in 1998, a residency in neurology in 2003 and a fellowship in neuromuscular disorders in 2004.

After many years in practice looking after many individuals with chronic illnesses, she saw the need for a different paradigm of care. With the goal of addressing root causes of disease and treating patients from a more holistic, ideally preventative approach, she did further training in sleep medicine and functional medicine. She recognizes that health is a biopsychospiritual state and works with her patients to reach it.

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Megan blends the philosophy of osteopathic manual practice with advanced manual physiotherapy to provide a personalized, integrated approach to each patient. She’s passionate about educating and connecting with her patients to help them on their unique path toward health and well-being.

She completed her studies in Manual Osteopathy at the Ontario Academy of Progressive Osteopathy and is a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapists (FCAMPT)

Megan has a passion for continuing education and life-long learning and continues to enroll in courses to enhance her approach, knowledge, and skill set for clinical practice. She is currently completing a research project investigating the effect of ‘Osteopathic Neuroreflexogenic Points’ on peristaltic activity. She is furthering her studies in integrative, functional health through Functional Medicine and post-graduate Osteopathic courses.

Her clinical specialities and interests include:

• Digestive issues
• Chronic fatigue syndrome/Chronic - - -pain/Fibromyalgia
• Concussion/post-concussion syndrome
• Women & Children’s health
• Musculoskeletal pain and injury

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Dr. Ross has a passion for rehabilitation program design and the practical application of strength training and reconditioning. His experience in amateur and professional athletics has primed him for creative work at an elite level. Dr. Ross uses many therapeutic tools to bring high-performance solutions to people at all stages. This includes a holistic approach to movement rehabilitation, to which he blends neuroscience, biomechanics and exercise science. Dr. Ross has a Diploma in Clinical Neuroscience from the renowned Carrick Institute and is a Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Neurology Board. His goal is to restore function and help his patients get back to their desired activity level.

Dr. Ross has special clinical interest in:

Acute and Post Concussion recovery and return to function Chronic Pain & Injury rehabilitation Exercise and movement performance Collaboration in complex clinical cases

Jonathon continues to diversify his training, as he believes education is the only way to seamlessly integrate clinical services with like-minded professionals

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Eric Sanderson has an osteopathic manual practice located in downtown Toronto. His word of mouth based practice developed and grew from producing results with difficult cases was not dependent depend on marketing campaigns. He has consistently focused on providing clients with a wide variety of manual osteopathic techniques to address a variety of health issues. As a healthcare provider, Eric has been practicing since 1998. Since 2006, he has been teaching seminars on joint normalization and cranial technique.

The goal of Eric’s varied technical scope and background is to address problems that originate in the connective tissue (fascia), or have a neurological origin, or a combination of issues involving both systems.

He graduated from the University of Toronto in 1998 with an Honours Bachelor of Science, majoring in Human Biology, and minoring in Physiology and English. He also has an M.Sc. in Anatomical Sciences from Queens University.

Eric began his pursuit to study osteopathy and graduated from the Canadian College of Osteopathy with a Diploma in Manual Osteopathy (DOMP) in October 2005. He produced a thesis entitled “The Dural Connection: A Qualitative Investigation to Enlighten The Current Understanding of the Dura, the Meninges, and their Significance to Osteopathy”.

Eric then went on to graduate from the Académie Sutherland Ostéopathie du Québec à Montreal in September 2007, with a Diploma in Osteopathy (Diplome en Ostéopathie), for which he completed his second thesis, entitled “Osteopathic Treatment of the Dura Mater to Enhance Ocular Convergence” which was presented in front of an international jury of Osteopaths.

In 2014, Eric completed a post-graduate program in Traditional Osteopathic Studies in Biodynamic Osteopathy, under Dr. James Jealous DO, in Ashland Oregon.

Eric has also completed a post-graduate program focused on Evolutionary Medicine in the Osteopathic Field (EVOST) in Belgium under the direction of Jean-Paul Hoppner and Max Girardin.

Since 2008 Eric has also pursued studies in Functional Neurology and functional biochemistry.

He is also the founder and principal professor of the Ontario Academy of Progressive Osteopathy in Toronto (progressiveosteopathy.ca), where he teaches young aspiring healers the art of osteopathy from an interdisciplinary perspective with the assistance of world-renown specialists/professors in the field of Osteopathy.

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Dr. Selke’s interests in chronic complex conditions as well as functional and integrative medicine were sparked during her family medicine residency at the University of Toronto, when she began to explore whether there were better ways to address her patients’ chronic symptoms. After completing her residency, Dr. Selke specialized in Clinical Environmental Health through the University of Toronto, with a focus on myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS), fibromyalgia, and environmental sensitivities.

Through additional training, she developed skills in uncovering key factors of a patient’s health journey that are impacting their health, to provide a holistic and more effective model of care to her patients.

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Alicia graduated from Brock University with a Bachelor of Kinesiology. During her time at Brock, she discovered her passion for rehabilitation after volunteering with the neuro population including those with Spinal Cord Injuries, Multiple Sclerosis and Amputees. She went on to become a Registered Kinesiologist and has spent the last several years working with Traumatic Brain Injuries and concussions as a Vision Therapist treating neurovisual dysfunctions. She is a Certified PoNS Trainer, with a background in balance and gait training and works as a Fascial Stretch Therapist.

Seeing patients overcome the challenges they are faced with throughout their recovery continues to amaze and inspire her. She loves motivating her patients to reach their goals and is excited to help them get back to doing the things that make them happy and improving overall quality of life.

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Bryce Wylde BSc (hons), DHMHS, RNC, is a leading figure in natural medicine across North America who stands out for his deep expertise in functional medicine, nutrition, and genomics, blended seamlessly with nearly 25 years of experience. He specializes in unraveling the complexities of health through a genetic lens, with a keen focus on immune imbalances, gut dysfunction (SIBO, dysbiosis, IBS, allergies/sensitivities), energy and metabolism issues, and cognitive health. Known for his lab-centric approach to patient care, he routinely employs the latest laboratory tests to help customize treatment strategies, ensuring precision and effectiveness in every health plan he devises. By using genetic makeup and leveraging detailed laboratory analyses Bryce can tailor personalized care that includes compounded formulas at the optimal dose and format for each patient – an approach that extends beyond symptom treatment by promoting longevity, preventing disease, and enhancing overall well-being.

His contributions extend outside the clinic through his influential media presence, including the acclaimed “Wylde On Health” on CTV, and his role as frequent guest and medical advisor to the Dr Oz show. He is a bestselling author of four books including “The Antioxidant Prescription”, “Wylde On Health, “Power Plants”, and “Brainspanners.” These platforms have solidified his reputation as a trusted voice in natural health.

As a founding partner of The DNA Company, he is at the forefront of personalized nutrition, leveraging genetic insights to pioneer a proactive approach to healthcare. His commitment to sustainable health solutions is also evident in his global travels, documenting the sourcing and science behind key supplement ingredients.

His educational background in Biology, Psychology, Homeopathic Medicine, and Holistic Nutrition, established his clinical philosophy is to empower patients with knowledge and strategies to sustain their health achievements. His personal life reflects a commitment to holistic health, shared with his family, underpinning his professional dedication to making a lasting impact on the health and wellness of his patients.

Bryce’s journey invites patients into a transformative health experience, offering cutting-edge, personalized care under the guidance of a renowned natural health expert.

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