Manali Shanbhag, Physiotherapist, BPTh, DPT, Pelvic Health.
Founder/Owner
Manali holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree from Loma Linda University, California, USA. With 10+ years of clinical experience, garnered from working in India, USA and Canada, Manali has successfully treated a diverse range of patients.
She is known for her exceptional skills in manual therapy, and is pursuing specialized training in pelvic floor physiotherapy. Manali is known for her compassionate and non-judgmental approach, creating a safe and supportive environment for individuals to address their pelvic health concerns.
She incorporates a combination of evidence-based techniques, including manual therapy, exercises, biofeedback, and lifestyle modifications to address the root causes of pelvic floor dysfunction.
Whether you're someone recovering from an injury or surgery, managing a chronic condition or an individual struggling with pelvic health issues, she is committed to helping you achieve your health goals.
Nadia Deenen.
Certified Pelvic Health Therapist
Hello, my name is Nadia Deenen. With a wealth of experience and passion Nadia is poised to make a significant impact on our mission to empower our clients to live their healthiest, most vibrant lives.
Over the course of Nadia's career, she has specialized in pelvic health services, committing 25 years to addressing the unique needs of females, males, and children in Medicine Hat. As a Certified Pelvic Health Therapist, she possesses expertise in managing conditions such as incontinence (bladder and bowel issues), pregnancy-related pelvic pain, constipation, and post-cancer pelvic health conditions.
What's more is that Nadia is a Certified Lymphedema Therapist, well-versed in providing therapeutic interventions after surgeries such as mastectomy, axillary dissection, and node removal. Her proficiency extends to addressing lymphedema in cancer cases, including invasive breast carcinomas. She is skilled in both manual and mechanical lymph drainage techniques.
Melissa.
Office Assistant / Therapy Assistant
My name is Melissa Peters, and as the Office/Therapist Assistant at Thrive Physiotherapy & Wellness, I am dedicated to helping you achieve your health goals. I earned my dual diploma in Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Assistance from Medicine Hat College in 2019.
With a solid foundation of knowledge and skills, along with a sincere desire to improve your quality of life, I am committed to providing exceptional support. I look forward to working with you on your wellness journey!
Prathamesh Shanbhag
IT Operations
As the IT Operations specialist at Thrive, I am responsible for overseeing all aspects of website development and IT operations. With a strong background in web technologies and a passion for creating seamless online experiences, I ensure that our digital presence reflects the high standards of care and professionalism we provide.
My role involves maintaining and enhancing our website, ensuring its functionality, security, and user-friendliness, as well as supporting the IT infrastructure that keeps our team connected and efficient.
Jodi Kerr, BSc, BSP
Clinical Pharmacist
Jodi is a clinical pharmacist with more than 20 years of experience in both hospital and community practice. Throughout her career, she has specialized in nephrology and anticoagulation patient care, and now has a particular focus on supporting women through menopause and perimenopause, in addition to her role in clinical practice leadership.
Having spent most of her life in Medicine Hat, Jodi is passionate about improving access to high-quality healthcare within her community. She understands the unique challenges women face throughout different stages of life, and is committed to providing compassionate, individualized care close to home.
Jodi works collaboratively with patients and their healthcare team to develop evidence-informed treatment plans tailored to each person’s goals, symptoms, and preferences. She strives to help optimize medication management for the greatest impact on patient health, while ensuring patients feel informed and supported in their healthcare decisions. Ongoing monitoring and follow-up are important tenets of her practice for helping patients achieve the best possible results.
