Our Team
Dedicated to Your Recovery
Zach Johnston
Registered Physiotherapist
Zach is a Registered Physiotherapist with 5 years of experience treating patients of all ages. He holds a Master of Physical Therapy from the University of Western Ontario, conferred in 2021, and a Bachelor of Science in Honours Kinesiology from the University of Waterloo, earned in 2019.
Zach is an avid advocate for maintaining an active lifestyle and enjoys participating in diverse activities. His largest passions centre around powerlifting and weight training, hockey (he is currently active in the Burlington WAHL), and golfing at any opportunity, holding a 10–12 handicap when playing consistently. He also enjoys other sports and activities like volleyball, soccer, snowboarding, hiking, and trying new activities to keep things fresh. He indulges in reading autobiographies and fiction novels, watching movies and TV series, and learning new hobbies like playing the guitar.
His wide-ranging background in sports and physical activities has provided him with a profound appreciation for sports injuries and effective rehabilitation. He is committed to helping individuals of all ages regain their full functional abilities, whether it’s related to sports, work, or daily life.
Throughout his undergraduate and graduate programs, Zach had the opportunity to work in various practice settings, including private musculoskeletal, paediatric care, neurorehabilitation, and sports therapy. He also served as an athletic therapy assistant with the Kitchener Rangers OHL hockey team for the 2018–19 season, gaining extensive experience in treating sports injuries and developing more athletic-based exercise programs.
Zach’s preferred treatment approach always revolves around each individual patient’s needs, which often include combinations of manual therapy, education and lifestyle guidance, targeted exercise prescription, and the use of various treatment modalities: ultrasound, laser therapy, TENS/neuromuscular electronic stimulation, and acupuncture/IMS dry needling, in which he is certified through APTEI. Zach has also earned certificates in SFMA Level 1 and AIM Level 2 for both upper and lower body treatment through the Orthopaedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association, enabling him to provide highly personalized treatment for his clients.
In order to help his patients as best as possible, Zach is dedicated to lifelong learning by exploring different courses and resources to enhance his knowledge and treatment skill set.
Ali Maleki
Registered Physiotherapist
Alireza J. Maleki was born and raised in Gorgan in northern Iran. After graduating from high school, he earned his degree in Physiotherapy at Tehran University of Medical Science. After graduating, Ali established his own physiotherapy clinic in Tehran at Sina Medical Complex.
Ali worked with one of Iran’s most recognized orthopaedic surgeons, Dr. Gholamhusen Kazemian, for more than eight years. By working closely with him at the same office, Ali gained valuable experience in pre- and post-operative rehabilitation, assessment, and treatment of various orthopaedic conditions.
Ali and his family moved to Canada in 2003. He completed the Physiotherapy Assistant program at Everest College in Mississauga in 2007. A year later, he passed the Physiotherapy Competency Exams and became a licensed physiotherapist in Ontario. He became a member of the College of Physiotherapists in 2009, and a member of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association and the Ontario Physiotherapy Association in 2010.
Ali continued his education with the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute, studying Traditional Chinese Medicine. He continued his science education at McMaster University and achieved a postgraduate diploma in Medical Acupuncture in 2011. Ali furthered his professional development by earning a diploma in Neuro Functional Assessment at McMaster University in 2012.
In addition, Ali completed a course in 2012 with Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn, Professor of Medicine Emeritus and the founding director of the Stress Reduction Clinic and the Center for Mindfulness in Medicine, Health Care and Society, at the University of Massachusetts Medical School.
Ali has been working in a private clinic in Oakville since 2007. He has been bringing every aspect of his knowledge, skill, and experience to his practice. His motto is: “DO IT RIGHT, OR DON’T DO IT.”
Throughout the years, Ali has treated thousands of clients.
Richard MacLean
Registered Physiotherapist
Richard is a seasoned registered physiotherapist with over 20 years of experience working with active and athletic individuals. He obtained his physiotherapy degree from McMaster University in 2000 and applies his comprehensive treatment knowledge and insightful nature to achieve optimal outcomes for individuals recovering from injuries or seeking to improve in their respective sports.
Beyond his clinical experience, Richard leverages his personal athletic and sports injury experiences to help his patients reach their goals. He has achieved success in running, cycling, and swimming events at both the local and international levels, including qualifying for the Hawaii Ironman and placing 66th out of over 2000 athletes at Ironman Canada. Richard’s lifelong passion for the Toronto Maple Leafs has taught him how to persevere through challenges, which he applies to his training and treatment approach.
Richard’s academic background includes an honors science degree in biology and a Master’s degree in science in environmental toxicology, both obtained from the University of Waterloo. He conducted research and worked in consulting for three years before pursuing his passion for physiotherapy. His love of sports and understanding of how the body moves and functions drew him to this field, and he has never looked back.
As a father of three, Richard strongly advocates for physical activity for both adults and children to promote physical and mental well-being. He and his wife lead by example by encouraging their children to be active. Richard also enjoys helping children recover from injuries and return to their sports and recreational activities.
Richard’s skills include Laser Therapy, Active Release Techniques (ART), Acupuncture, Manual Therapy (including joint manipulations), and he is a FIST certified triathlon bike fitter.
Our Intern Program
At our clinic, we offer an apprenticeship program for Kinesiology students from the University of Waterloo. Our highly trained students are closely supervised by our physiotherapists to ensure the highest standard of care for our patients. This program offers several benefits to our patients, including safe and effective monitoring of exercise programs, literature searches to ensure the latest evidence-based rehabilitation strategies, and insightful questions that can enhance the learning experience for all parties involved.
Our program also provides invaluable hands-on experience for our students, allowing them to accumulate real-world experience in the field of physiotherapy. It is our goal to instill our knowledge and passion for rehabilitation in these students, helping them to prepare for future careers in physiotherapy or related fields of interest.
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