Optimum Wellness Centres: 17th Avenue

Dr. Mendes has been a licensed chiropractor for over 20 years, obtaining his Doctorate in Chiropractic in 1998. His passion for helping people turned into a particular focus in the clinical management of scoliosis. His keen interest in the challenges of scoliosis management led him to obtain various accreditations in:

• Scientific Exercise Approach to Scoliosis (SEAS) Level 2, 2017, Denver, CO, Romano and A. Negrini
• World Masters Scoliosis Course, 2017, Italy, The Principles and Practice of Scoliosis Conservative Treatment), ISICO team.
• Schroth Method™, 2016, Boston, MA (Schroth Best Practices), Dr. Hans Weiss
• ScoliBrace™ Scoliosis Brace Provider, 2015, Calgary, AB (Custom TLSO Scoliosis and Kyphosis braces), Dr. Jeb  McAviney
• SpineCor™ Scoliosis Brace Provider, 2010, Montreal, QC, Dr. Colliard and Dr. Marcotte
• SpineCor™ Scoliosis Exercise Program, 2012, Las Vegas, Ana Delcampo
• Society on Scoliosis Orthopaedic and Rehabilitation Treatment (SOSORT) Conferences, 2016, 2019
• Pettibon Spinal Rehabilitation, 2000, Seattle, WA (Spine and Scoliosis Rehabilitation), Dr. Burl Pettibon

Dr. Mendes and his wife Kelly have 3 beautiful and very active daughters that all enjoy their family time together.

Dr. Nathan Frostad grew up in Southern Alberta before moving to Calgary to complete his Bachelor of Science in human biology at Ambrose University. He then completed his Doctor of Chiropractic degree in Portland, Oregon, at the University of Western States, where he graduated with honours.

Dr. Frostad’s treatment approach is varied in nature, with a focus on chiropractic adjusting, soft tissue therapies, and exercises. He prioritizes patient education and giving the patient control over their care. He believes that every patient is unique and develops a treatment plan specifically for them, not only to get them out of pain but to get them moving optimally and empowering them to pursue movement and healthy living.

When not in the office, Dr. Frostad enjoys spending time outside with his wife, exploring nature throughout the city and outside of it. He is also a huge hockey fan and is often either watching or playing when he can.

After completing a bachelor’s degree in physiotherapy from India, Anil has been practicing in Calgary as a physiotherapist since 2014. He has a total of 15 years of physiotherapy experience in various settings in India, Bahrain, and Calgary. He began his career in a private orthopedic hospital. Here he worked in trauma, joint replacement, and rheumatology units. He has extensive experience in rehabilitating all kinds of fractures, joint replacement, and all spinal conditions.

He also has experience dealing with various orthopedic conditions, MSK injuries like sprain/strain, MVA and workplace injuries. He uses joint mobilization and soft tissue mobilization combined with modalities, customized exercise programs and patient education to help improve recovery.

In his spare time, Anil loves to read, travel and spend time with his family.

Mahemud is a physical therapist from India with over Ten year of experience. After immigrating to Canada in 2014, and living in 3 province of Canada, Mahemud and family finally called Alberta a home. Right before joining our team, he worked as a Physical Therapist with the Saskatchewan health Authority for over two years. He joined team Optimum in Oct 2020.

Mahemud is certified physiotherapist by Alberta College of physiotherapy and also a member of Canadian Physiotherapy Association. He is certified in dry needling. Mahemud’s strengths include: musculoskeletal pain, motor vehicle accident, work-related injury, postural pain and fall prevention, sports-related injuries, pre and post joint replacement, post fracture.

Mahemud also enjoys creative aspects of functional training and Rehabilitation. His treatment approach involves patient education and hands-on manual therapy. He also believes in exercise-based approach which includes the patient’s active involvement.

Mahemud is passionate in educating clients on what is causing the injury and how to recover and prevent it from happening again.

In spare time Mahemud loves to spend time with wife and kids, play cricket, watch movies, read books, meet new people and learn about their culture.

Paul graduated in 2006 from the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy (2280 hours) in Halifax with certification in a comprehensive sports outreach program, and has been practicing as a Registered Massage Therapist ever since. Prior to becoming an RMT, he obtained a Bachelor of Kinesiology degree from the University of Saskatchewan and certification as a personal fitness trainer. Since 2006, Paul has worked at ski resorts, golf resorts, spas, clinics, and on the sports playing field treating various types of conditions including sports related injuries, overuse and chronic injuries, and postural and joint dysfunctions, just to name a few. While enrolled at the University of Saskatchewan, he was a member of the varsity cross country and track and field teams, competing at the CIS National championships three times.

Presently, he trains for triathlons/Ironman and has competed in multiple competitions. Paul’s knowledge as a massage therapist, stems not only from his education and work experience but also from his own athletic experience. Paul is very passionate about helping people in their rehabilitation from injury and everyday aches and pains. He is also very dedicated to meeting the treatment goals of his patients through very specific and thorough treatment plans.

Paul is a member in good standing registered with the National Health Practitioners of Canada (NHPC).

Jamie is a Registered Massage Therapist having completed her 2200 hours at MH Vicars in Calgary, AB. She is registered with Canadian Massage and Manual Osteopathic Therapist Association (CMMOTA).

She is proficient in deep tissue massage, relaxation, sports massage, prenatal, cupping, and essential oils. She is very good at meeting the client’s expectations and tailoring her treatments to meet their needs. She is a busy mom of 5 children, so she is very comfortable treating little ones.