Our team
Keri Martin Vrbanac
Registered Physiotherapist, Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist, and Clinic Owner
Keri has been a Registered Physiotherapist since 1997 when she graduated with distinction from the University of Toronto. Prior to beginning her physiotherapy studies, Keri completed a Bachelor of Physical and Health Education and a Bachelor of Arts, with distinction, from Queen’s University in 1993. Keri’s career has taken her to Australia, the United States and her hometown of Windsor before settling to open A Body In Motion Rehabilitation in Kitchener in 2001. After 13 years of business ownership, Keri was invited to open a second location in The Medical Center at The Boardwalk and A Body In Motion Waterloo opened its doors in February of 2014.
Keri’s clinical expertise has included orthopedics, pediatrics, neurological specialties and sports therapy. Keri has also had the pleasure of educating several community groups and colleagues with presentations about physiotherapy and its role in our healthcare system. Keri has a passionate interest in continuing her education and has travelled throughout Canada and the United States taking courses to improve her ability to provide the very best care to her clients.
Keri was chosen as a member of the 2009 Kitchener Waterloo Top 40 Under 40 which celebrates the young leaders of the community and was a 2010 nominee in the Professional Category of Oktoberfest Woman of the Year. Keri’s clinic, A Body In Motion, received the 2006 Icon Customer Service Award, and was chosen as the Platinum winner for the “Best Physiotherapy Clinic” from 2010 to 2013 in The Record’s Reader’s Choice Awards. From 2014 to present, A Body In Motion received the honor of being chosen the “Best Physiotherapy Clinic”, the “Best Massage Therapy Clinic”, and providing the “Best Overall Customer Service”. In 2014, A Body In Motion was an honored nominee of the Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Year Award.
Keri discovered her passion for Pelvic Physiotherapy in 2013 and has continued to further her education in the areas of sexual pain, incontinence, special topics in women’s health including endometriosis, infertility and post hysterectomy treatment, gastro-intestinal disorders, and oncology. Keri enjoys her work with children with pediatric incontinence, her pre-natal and post-natal clientele as well as men and women suffering with pelvic pain as a result of bladder or bowel difficulties, interstitial cystitis, prostatitis, mastitis and breast inflammatory conditions. Keri is incredibly honored to have been invited to join the Pelvic Health Solutions family as a teaching assistant and to be able to experience the mentorship of the women who introduced her to her passion.
When not at work, Keri cherishes every minute that she spends with her two daughters, Ella and Karly and her more than supportive husband, John. Keri loves everything fitness and enjoys a great textbook, sleeping when able and spending quality time with her friends and her family.
- The 8th Pelvic Health Symposium, Pelvic Health Solutions, April 2021
- The Nuts and Bolts of Pelvic Floor Training and Exercise in Prostate Cancer, Pelvic Health Solutions, February 2021
- The Nuts and Bolts of Penile Rehabilitation and Sexual Health in Men’s Health Physiotherapy, February 2021
- Cesarean Birth, The Role of Physiotherapy in Preparation and Recovery, Pelvic Health Solutions, July 2020
- The Abdominal Wall, Diastasis Recti, Diane Lee, September 2020
- Core Confidence for Pelvic Health Physiotherapists, Pelvienne Wellness, May 2020
- Pelvic Health Solutions 2020 Symposium, May 2020
- The Birth Healing Summit 2020, Lynn Schulte, April 2020
- Telerehabilitation 101: Assessment and Treatment Skills for Online Success, Embodia, April 2020
- Telerehabilitation on Embodia, March 2020
- Pelvic Floor and Pediatrics, Julie Wiebe, January 2019
- How to Recruit, Hire and Retain Millennials, Embodia Academy, January 2019
- Trauma and the Pelvic Floor, Pelvic Health Solutions, January 2019
- Pediatric Gastrointestinal Disorders-Evaluation and Management, Herman and Wallace, October 12-14, 2018
- The Lactating Breast, Pelvic Health Solution, January 12-14, 2018
- Cultural Competencies in Pelvic Health, Pelvic Health Solutions, January 2018
- Cultural Implications of Sex, Shame and Vulnerability, Pelvic Health Solutions, November 2017
- Gastro-Intestinal Disorder and the Pelvic Floor, Pelvic Health Solutions, September 8-9, 2017
- Oncology and the Pelvic Floor, Pelvic Health Solutions, November 11, 2016
- Pediatric Incontinence, Herman and Wallace, October 24-25, 2015
- Advanced Pregnancy Exercise and Birth Preparation, Burrell Education, August 2015 to present
- Chronic Pelvic Pain, American Physiotherapy Association, Section on Women’s Health, August 2015
- Special Topics in Women’s Health: Endometriosis, Infertility and Hysterectomy, Herman and Wallace, May 2015
- Acupuncture and Dry Needling, Pelvic Health. Advanced Physical Therapy Education Institute, January 2014
- 2nd Annual Pelvic Health Symposium: Taking a Biopsychosocial Approach to the treatment of Abdo-Pelvic Pain, January 18, 2014
- Level 3: Healing the Nervous System: Central Pain Mechanisms in Persistent Pain (Pelvic Health Solutions), November 2013
- Level 2: Manual Therapy For Treatment of Female and Male Pelvic Pain-November 2013 (Pelvic Health Solutions)
- Level 4: Pelvic Floor Dysfunction in Pregnancy, SI Joint Dysfunction and Coccydynia- October 2013 (Pelvic Health Solutions)
- Level 1: The Physical Therapy Approach to Female and Male Urinary Incontinence- September 2013 (Pelvic Health Solutions)
The Boardwalk Team
Trudy Gowland
Clinic Operations Manager
Trudy joined A Body In Motion Rehabilitation in 2013 as the evening receptionist and is now the clinic operations manager of the team. Trudy graduated from the University of Guelph with a Bachelor Arts degree and then went on to complete her Bachelor of Education at Brock University. Trudy is always more than willing to answer questions about our services and how they may benefit you. She will help you schedule appointments and guide you through any paperwork or claim information that you may have.
When she is not working, Trudy loves spending time with family and friends!
Caitlinn Bowman
Registered Physiotherapist
Caitlinn completed her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology with a Minor in Human Nutrition at the University of Waterloo in 2015. From here, she was accepted into the Masters of Science Physiotherapy program at McMaster and graduated in the fall of 2017. Her previous experience includes working with clients who have attained a spinal cord injury, stroke, concussion and vestibular pathologies among more common orthopedic injuries. She has taken additional courses to advance her knowledge in vestibular rehab, cervical spine dysfunction and spinal cord injuries as well as taking an acupuncture course and becoming rostered to perform acupuncture as part of a physiotherapy treatment. She has plans to take courses specializing on concussion management and the lower-extremity chain.
Outside of work, Caitlinn enjoys being with friends and family, participating in any type of physical activity and coaching girls soccer.
Laura Scholtz
Registered Physiotherapist
Laura was lucky enough to broaden her keen interest in the human body right at Vic Street ABIM back in 2015 while she was completing her Bachelor’s degree. After finishing her undergraduate degree at University of Guelph for Human Kinetics in 2017, Laura began working as a PTA in Georgetown, before accepting and then completing her Master’s of Physical Therapy degree at University of Western in 2020. During her placements, Laura was exposed to a variety of orthopaedic conditions in both varsity athletes and the general population, as well as neurological conditions such as stroke, MS and CP, and various cardiovascular conditions.
Laura is beyond excited to be working at the clinic that started it all back in 2015! Laura’s approach to treatment involves working alongside the client in their goals and providing encouragement for activity in enjoyable ways. Laura values providing the necessary knowledge to her clients so they can become more attuned to their body’s movements and rehab.
When she’s not working, Laura enjoys going to concerts, playing soccer and volleyball, and using art as an outlet for her anatomy obsession!
Richu Sharma
Registered Physiotherapist
I graduated with a Bachelors in Physiotherapy in India in 2009. After graduating I had the opportunity to work in hospital settings as well as private clinics. My work in India included a lot of post surgery rehabilitation for various orthopedic conditions including joint replacements and ligament reconstructions. I came to Canada in the fall of 2019 and got my resident license after successfully completing my exam in November 2020.
I am excited and grateful to be a part of the wonderful team at ABIM and look forward to helping patients reach their physiotherapy goals by manual therapy, exercises and education.
When I am not working, I love reading, going for long walks and doing yoga.
Tracy Gerber Dykes
Physiotherapist Assistant
As a graduate from the Physiotherapist/Occupational Therapist program at Conestoga College in 2003, Tracy has had the privilege of working at a variety of settings in both Ontario and Quebec. She has always found great satisfaction in being able to help others, and is happy to join the fabulous ABIM team.
When not at work, Tracy enjoys time at the lake with her dog and amazing husband Joe, or entertaining her great family and friends.
Kayla Renner
Physiotherapist Assistant
Kayla, a lifelong resident of Waterloo Region, is excited to assist in delivering quality physiotherapy to clients of A Body In Motion Rehabilitation. A recent graduate of Conestoga College’s OTA/PTA program, Kayla has spent over a decade in customer-facing roles and brings a friendly demeanour and can-do attitude wherever she goes. Her passion for rehabilitation therapy began years ago through her love of playing sports and dancing. Growing up, she spent most of her spare time on the soccer field where she played competitively. Now, Kayla spends her spare time traveling, staying active, and making memories with her family and fiancé.
Emily Dove
Office Administrator/Physiotherapist Assistant
Emily is a student at Wilfrid Laurier University who is studying Kinesiology and Physical Education. Her passion began with her love of dance and sports which drove her interests into rehabilitation and the human body. During her spare time at Laurier, Emily is a varsity athlete on Laurier’s Competitive Dance Team as well as their Promotions Executive for the Dance Team. While focusing on her program and committing time to her dance team, Emily has also completed a Minor in Biology to further her understanding of the human body.
In the clinic, you will find Emily all around from helping you schedule your appointments to assisting you with your treatment. Emily’s long-term goal is to become a Physiotherapist and use her knowledge and experience of the human body to help improve the well-being of others and provide clients with the best care possible.
In her spare time, Emily enjoys quality time with friends and family, going to the gym, trying out new recipes, traveling and dancing.
Emily Kush
Office Administrator
Emily is currently a student at Wilfrid Laurier University completing a degree in Honors Kinesiology. She has taken many courses such as human anatomy and physiology which has led to a minor in biology. Growing up Emily was a competitive dancer, competing in all styles up until her high school graduation. Emily’s active lifestyle has led to her desire to pursue a career in this field and sparked her interest in the human body. Emily’s long-term goal is to become a physiotherapist or work in the field of prosthetics and orthopedics. Emily loves spending time with her friends, family, and dog. She also enjoys shopping and fashion, as well as going to the gym. Emily look’s forward to helping you around the clinic in any way possible!
Janet Szydlowski
Office Administrator
Janet joined our team in the summer of 2023 as part-time office administrator. She brings many years of experience in office support and as a receptionist.
She is very happy to be part of the dedicated team at A Body in Motion and is truly passionate about helping others and doing it with a smile.
In her free time, Janet enjoys live music, dancing, nature walks, volunteering and cooking for her family.
Jamie Coté
Registered Massage Therapist
Jamie is a talented Massage Therapist and is committed to helping her clients achieve their therapeutic goals. She regularly uses deep pressure to relieve muscle tension and typically aims to encourage movement throughout the whole body. Jamie also offers Breast Massage to help women who have any concerns with their breast health.
Jamie graduated with distinction from McMaster University where she completed her Honours Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. During her time at McMaster Jamie was a member of the Varsity Women’s Rugby team as well as a Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Varsity Football team. She discovered her passion for massage therapy while working as a Sports Medicine Intern for the McMaster Football team. Upon graduating Jamie returned to Kitchener and began the Accelerated RMT Program for Kinesiology Graduates at The Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy.
In her spare time Jamie likes to keep moving with yoga, hiking, volleyball and soccer. She enjoys hosting Bachelor viewing parties for friends, family and anyone else she can convince to come!
The Victoria Street Team
Marli Pinnau Cline
Registered Physiotherapist and Healthcare Team Manager
Marli began her post-secondary education at the University of Western Ontario where she obtained her Honors BA in Kinesiology before venturing onto the University of Toronto to obtain her Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy which was completed in Perth, Australia. Upon her return to Canada, Marli returned to London, Ontario for a short time before settling for 9 ½ years in California. Here Marli took her skills and combined them with her love of sports and fitness to focus on treatment which included orthopedics, and sports injuries. Marli went on to obtain her Certified Strengthening and Conditioning Specialist Certification before returning to Canada to join the A Body In Motion team in 2006.
Marli’s passions include long marathon running and being a mom to her 3 boys.
Angela Tanabe
Physiotherapist Resident
Angela graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology in 2020 from McMaster University. While studying at McMaster, she volunteered at a rehab clinic, which sparked her interest in physiotherapy. She pursued this passion and was accepted and completed her Master of Physical Therapy at Western in 2023.
Through her clinical placements, Angela had the opportunity to work with patients of all ages and conditions, including a variety of orthopaedic conditions and sports injuries. During her second placement, Angela was grateful to work with the ABIM team and learned excellent communication and handling skills.
Angela is excited to share her treatment style of collaborative problem solving and personalized exercise programs, rooted in evidence-based practice. She believes that a strong therapeutic relationship is the cornerstone of rehab and strives to create open communication and trust with her patients.
Furthering her education is a professional goal Angela wishes to achieve, with plans to become certified in acupuncture and dry needling. She is interested in continuing to learn about exercise and manual therapy techniques to provide the best treatment possible.
When not at work, Angela enjoys reading fantasy and romance novels, playing soccer or ultimate frisbee, and going on hikes with her dog.
Kat Koehler
Office Administrator and Clinic Manager
Kat joined the ABIM team in 2021 as the office administrator of the Victoria St location. Kat serves as the primary contact for ABIM and is the friendly face that greets you as you enter the door.
In this administrative role, she works closely with all the team members to assure the best care and experience possible. Hardworking and dedicated, with over 15 years in office support, she is readily available to assist you with any questions and all your scheduling needs.
When Kat is not at work, she enjoys spending time with her family, travelling, exploring new hiking trails with her dog, and all things food!
Melissa Jones
Registered Physiotherapist/Pelvic Health Physiotherapist
Melissa began her post-secondary education at McMaster University where she completed an Honours Bachelor of Science Degree in Kinesiology with distinction. At McMaster, Melissa was a member of the Varsity Figure Skating team and was named to the Ontario All Star team. She spent her time volunteering in a physiotherapy clinic, a cardiac rehab clinic, teaching exercise classes to individuals with Multiple Sclerosis, and sports to adults with disabilities. She then continued her education at Queen’s University completing her Master of Science Degree in Physical Therapy. After graduating, Melissa began her career in orthopedics treating sports injuries, chronic pain, and neurological conditions. In 2019, Melissa was chosen as the “Best Physiotherapist” in the Hamilton Community News Readers Choice.
Melissa discovered her passion for Pelvic Physiotherapy and has focused her practice on helping men and women suffering with pelvic pain and incontinence and mothers through all stages of pregnancy. She is dedicated to working with her patients to reach their goals, optimize functional recovery and prevent future dysfunction. Melissa strongly believes in education, manual therapy and the positive effects of targeted exercise. Melissa is excited to be working with the A Body In Motion team to help patients get back to living their best life!
In her spare time, Melissa enjoys staying active by hiking, camping, golfing, skiing and snowboarding.
Nena Abuseir
Registered Physiotherapist/Pelvic Health Physiotherapist
Nena completed a Bachelor of Kinesiology degree at the University of Waterloo in 2018, in addition to a Master of Physical Therapy degree at Western University in London, ON in 2021. Operating in outpatient clinics since 2014, Nena is quite knowledgeable and capable of providing advanced therapeutic and pelvic treatments. Nena is driven by the power of motivation and empowers her patients to take charge of their own lives and believes that “what doesn’t challenge you, doesn’t change you”.
Jodie Willemse
Physiotherapist Assistant
Jodie graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University in April 2023 with her Honours Bachelor of Kinesiology and Physical Education. With her dad being a physiotherapist, she has grown up around physiotherapy her whole life, and has always been interested in pursuing a rehabilitation career to continue helping others. Jodie has been interested in working with the wonderful ABIM Team ever since she became a patient of Marli’s back in 2019, and is grateful she is able to learn from everyone here at ABIM.
In her spare time, Jodie loves watching sports, playing soccer, gardening, and camping with her family and friends.
Melanie Miller
RMT(Hons), Osteopathy (Current Study), Kinetic Tape Applicator
Melanie graduated from the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy in 2007 with both an Honours designation and a specialization in Sports Therapy, as well as completing a Kinetic Taping course in 2019.
She has concluded all theory modules as well as successfully defended her thesis at the Southern Ontario College of Osteopathy, and is currently pursuing her designation while incorporating this modality into her practise.
Melanie has the distinct honour of being the recipient of the Diamond Award (1st overall) in the Waterloo Region Record Reader’s Choice Awards for Favourite Registered Massage Therapist for 2020. She was also a feature story for GRAND Magazine’s Health and Wellness issue for July/August 2021 entitled “How Registered Massage Therapists Have Been Navigating Through the Pandemic”.
Melanie has been treating patients with a wide range of acute and chronic injuries in high level sports medicine clinics and multi-disciplinary clinics for the past sixteen years, as well as being a former clinic founder and owner herself. This experience allows her to offer patients a complete, well-rounded approach to health.
Nicholas Pronovost
Registered Massage Therapist
Nick is a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) in good standing with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario who graduated from Westervelt college here in Kitchener.
He understands that needs change day to day and he tailors each treatment to meet the patient’s needs that day. He uses a functional approach to assessment, treatment and homecare with the objective of narrowing in on the root cause of the problem and determining a plan to eliminate the problem for good. He understands how much pain can have a limiting effect on one’s life and is eager to help assist in enhancing the function and performance of his clients.
Nick firmly believes in continuous improvement and plans on continuing his education into cranial sacral therapy and acupuncture.
In the Summer Nick likes to pick up new hobbies and projects to learn and experience new things and in the winter time you can usually find him at Chicopee snowboarding.