Meet The Team

Maria is a physiotherapist and proud owner of Radiant Physiotherapy. She has been practicing physiotherapy since 2006. She has a strong passion for helping people get better and recover from pain. She is keen on treating Chronic pain, back pain, neck pain and Vestibular dysfunctions. She especially likes treating Migraines and cervicogenic dizziness. Her passion is to help people achieve their goals to reaching full recovery and be pain free. Outside the clinic, she is a proud mother and loves to spend time with her kids and husband. She also enjoys hiking, running and painting as well as traveling with family.

Ashley Smith graduated in 2010 with a Bachelor in Kinesiology (Honours) from Memorial University of Newfoundland. She then completed her Masters of Science in Physiotherapy at Dalhousie University, Nova Scotia in 2012. She has a special interest in Neurological conditions, concussion management,  vestibular rehabilitation as well as musculoskeletal injuries. She has completed various courses in functional dry needling, concussion and vestibular therapy. Outside of the clinic, she enjoys reading, hiking, spending time with her family and enjoying the mountain air whenever possible

Paria received her Master of Science in Physical Therapy from University of Alberta in 2015. Prior to completing her Master’s degree, she graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from the University of Calgary. Paria enjoys assessing and treating a wide range of musculoskeletal issues, sports-related injuries, concussion and vestibular dysfunctions; but most importantly, she enjoys getting to know her patients. Paria’s treatments focus on the source of the problem and she takes an active exercise-based approach along with hands-on treatments to help her patients recover from their injuries. 

Bijish completed his Bachelor of physiotherapy in 2004 and obtained his master of physiotherapy degree in 2006. During his 10+ years of experience, he had the privilege of treating patients of all ages and backgrounds in various multidisciplinary settings. Bijish has experience working with a wide variety of musculoskeletal and neurological injuries. His assessments focus on targeting the root cause of injury to rehabilitate and prevent future injuries. He uses a hands-on manual therapy based approach with appropriate exercise prescription and electrotherapy to aid treatment. Outside of physiotherapy rehab he loves to spend time with his family.

Tami completed his Master of Science in Physiotherapy from the University of Alberta. Prior to this he graduated with his Bachelor of Kinesiology with distinction from the University of Calgary. Tami has passion for fitness and health as he believes everybody can benefit from exercising. While completing his degree Tami worked as a personal trainer and group instructor. He plans to obtain Functional Dry Needling certification, FR (Functional Range Release), and continue expanding his education with further courses. Tami believes staying active is key to staying healthy, and he treats his patients with a goal of turning them into the best version of themselves.

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Heaven is our Patient Experience Manager. She graduated with a bachelor's degree in Anatomy & Cell Biology from the University of Saskatchewan (2020). She is passionate about helping, triaging and advocating for patients to get the care they need. She is particularly interested in assisting patients in navigating and understanding WCB & MVA claims. She believes creating a positive and happy environment is integral to patients' overall care and can be heard laughing and encouraging patients in the clinic.Outside the clinic, she is part of an advisory board with CTV NEWS on different projects and Volunteers with the Women In Need Society. She also loves spending time with her family & Friends, reading and painting.

Amara is our patient care coordinator. She is currently studying at the University of Calgary to complete her Bachelor's of Science in Psychology. Amara uses her passion for helping others along with her knowledge of psychology to understand the needs of each patient, and to ensure that they feel comfortable and taken care of while under our care. In her free time Amara loves to learn new things and spend time with her family and friends.

Priscilla is a patient care coordinator at Radiant Physiotherapy. She is currently completing her Bachelor’s of Kinesiology and Bachelor’s of Commerce at the University of Calgary. Priscilla loves working with people and is eager to assist in providing a positive experience for all patients. She loves helping around the clinic and is working towards becoming a physiotherapist herself in the future. In her free time she loves to read, dance, and spend time with family and friends.

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As our billing coordinator at Radiant Physiotherapy, Paula focuses on helping our clients with the insurance billing process, maintaining and updating their accounts. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from University of Alberta and is currently pursuing new studies in Accounting at Southern Alberta Institute of Technology. She has more than 3 year of experience working in the healthcare sector. Apart from work, she enjoys camping, painting, playing guitar and spending time with her two daughters and husband.

Shawna discovered the effectiveness of massage first hand while dealing with her own personal health issues. This inspired her to enrol in the 3000-hour RMT training program with a goal to help others. She has an interest in understanding and learning about the connection of physical and mental wellness. Shawna is dedicated to connecting with her patients to understand their needs as individuals, working toward an end result of alleviating and managing pain and stress. She welcomes patients of all ages from all walks of life with all types of injuries and illnesses. In her free time you can find her adventuring with her son and dog in the Rocky Mountains on foot, in kayaks or in a tent.

Jessica received her diploma in Massage Therapy from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in 2018. She has extensive clinical experience treating a variety of conditions and injuries and takes a special interest in working with athletes and active individuals of all disciplines.All of her appointments include an interview, assessment, therapeutic massage, customized treatment plan, home care and patient education. She includes modalities into her treatments such as; swedish massage, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, joint mobilizations, stretching, deep tissue massage, cupping and IASTM. She is a dedicated therapist and strives to succeed in working with you to achieve your therapeutic goals.Jessica maintains an active lifestyle and when not working can be found weight lifting, climbing, or hiking in the local mountains

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Aniya is our registered Acupuncturist at Radiant Physiotherapy, holding Diplomas in Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture along with Diplomas in Massage Therapy and Reflexology from Calgary's Mount Royal University. Aniya has also had the opportunity to study Auricular Medicine under honourable Dr. Lichun Huang, the world's number one expert in the field of Auricular Medicine as well as the use of ear acupuncture to combat stress and addictions (known as the NADA protocol). Aniya has gained a deep understanding of how complementary health modalities, when used conjunctively, can bring on healing on many different levels. Aniya's practice embraces the treatment of many acute, chronic and degenerative conditions with special interest in stress management, painful conditions, women's health nad more.