Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Previous Related Associations
Certification
Hi-Lites of Sport Therapy Experiences
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Gary Mitchell

Calgary

Summary

Dedicated physiotherapist with thirty years of experience in orthopedic private practice. Strong interpersonal skills and proficiency in patient assessment, time management and therapy-program design and execution. Committed to delivering quality care.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Physiotherapist

Lifemark At Sunpark
04.2014 - Current

Physiotherapist

Lifemark At Southland
09.2004 - 04.2014

Physiotherapist

Lifemark At Max Bell
01.2009 - 06.2010

On site physiotherapy for workers at XL Beef.

Physiotherapist

Lifemark At Talisman
09.1997 - 09.2004

Physical Therapist

Oklahoma Center for Athletes
08.1995 - 08.1997

Physiotherapist

Lindsey Park Sports Physiotherapy
05.1992 - 08.1995

Physiotherapist

Lifemark at South Trail
11.2023 - Current

All of my positions as a physiotherapist involved: Patient assessments; Development and implementation of rehabilitation programs; Progress was monitored and evaluated; Reporting performed; Communicated to appropriate referral sources andinsurance companies; Performed other clinical administration duties. I have recently taken a position with the Return to Work team as consulting physiotherapist

Education

MSPT - Physical Therapy with Sports Emphasis

University of Oklahoma
Oklahoma, U.S.A.
1997

Fellowship in Sports Physical Therapy, Oklahoma Center for Athletes -

University of Oklahoma
Oklahoma, U.S.A.
1997

B.Sc. (PT) -

University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta
1992

B.P.E. - Major in Athletic Training and Conditioning

University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta
1981

Skills

  • Patient-focused Therapy
  • Various Manual Therapies eg:
  • Level 3
  • McKenzie D
  • Mulligan (Upper and Lower)
  • Functional Dry Needling (IMS)
  • Sports Related Physiotherapy
  • Massage Therapy (formerly Registered Massage Therapist)
  • Cupping (Static/Dynamic)
  • Functional Movement Systems
  • Therapeutic Exercise
  • Fitness Consulting (I was a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist CSCS with the National Strength and Conditioning Association NSCA)
  • Fitness Appraisals (Certified Fitness Appraiser CFA)
  • Case load management
  • Pain Management/Education
  • Numerous musculoskeletal courses
  • Integrative and Lifestyle Medicine in Physical Therapy

Affiliations

Physiotherapy Alberta College and Association

Canadian Physiotherapy Association

Previous Related Associations

National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)

IDEA International Association of Fitness Professionals

Fitness Appraisal and Accreditation Program Member

Canadian Sports Massage Therapy Association

Alberta Massage Therapist Association

Canadian Athletic Training Association

Alberta Sports Medicine Council

Certification

Registered Physical Therapist (Alberta)

St. John Ambulance First Aid CPR C


Hi-Lites of Sport Therapy Experiences

Oklahoma City Blazers Hockey Team (Central Hockey League) 1996-1997

Oklahoma City Coyotes In-Line Hockey Team (Team Therapist) Roller Hockey League) 1997

Oklahoma High School Team Therapist for Basketball/Football 1995, 1996, 1997

Canada Winter Games 1995

Commonwealth Games 1994

Canadian Figure Skating Championships 1994

Canada Summer Games 1993

Canadian National Gymnastics Championships 198, 1993

Calgary Junior Hockey League: Junior "B" Bruins Team Therapist

Pre-Olympic Canadian Swim Team Therapist: Training Camp Florida 1992

World Cup Swimming Championships (Canadian Team Therapist)

Canadian Soccer League - Edmonton Brickmen Soccer Team Therapist 1990

Prairie Junior Football League, Edmonton Huskies (Team Assistant Therapist) 1980, 1981, 1989

Personal

I am currently involved with outdoor pursuits, having membership with the Calgary Outdoor Club. I enjoy cycling, hiking, scrambling, backpacking, cross-country skiing, snow shoeing, and swimming. I have participated in marathons, triathlons (including Iron Man) and many other sports activities. I was a member of Calgary Search and Rescue (CALSARA).

Timeline

Physiotherapist

Lifemark at South Trail
11.2023 - Current

Physiotherapist

Lifemark At Sunpark
04.2014 - Current

Physiotherapist

Lifemark At Max Bell
01.2009 - 06.2010

Physiotherapist

Lifemark At Southland
09.2004 - 04.2014

Physiotherapist

Lifemark At Talisman
09.1997 - 09.2004

Physical Therapist

Oklahoma Center for Athletes
08.1995 - 08.1997

Physiotherapist

Lindsey Park Sports Physiotherapy
05.1992 - 08.1995

MSPT - Physical Therapy with Sports Emphasis

University of Oklahoma

Fellowship in Sports Physical Therapy, Oklahoma Center for Athletes -

University of Oklahoma

B.Sc. (PT) -

University of Alberta

B.P.E. - Major in Athletic Training and Conditioning

University of Alberta
Gary Mitchell