Optimum Wellness Centres - Bow Bottom
South East Calgary Clinic

• 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.

He has worked for 4 years as a physician’s assistant at the Integrative Clinic and has extensive experience with natural treatment modalities and a wide range of health concerns. During his one-year internship at the Robert Schad Naturopathic Clinic in the CCNM, he had an opportunity to work under Dr. Jonathan Prousky’s supervision focusing on mental health disorders.

Before becoming a naturopathic doctor, he practiced as a medical doctor in Iran for more than 13 years in the field of mental health disorders. After immigrating to Canada, Dr. Behrouz decided to use his knowledge and experience in naturopathic medicine as a naturopathic doctor.

Nicole loves to provide a treatment plan using Swedish Massage, Trigger Point release and Therapist-assisted stretching for a more relaxing and therapeutic approach. She is also trained in Lymphatic Drainage, Myofascial Release (both Manual and Dynamic Cupping), Deep Tissue Therapy, Joint Mobilization, Hot Stone and Pre/postnatal Massage. As a mother to a little boy, Nicole feels comfortable working with clients of all ages and will adjust treatments to fit the needs and wants of each individual. So, whether you need to come in for relaxation, pain relief, trouble sleeping, headaches, past or current injuries, or anything else life may bring you, Nicole’s main focus is to help you become the best version of yourself. She will also provide advice after the massage to help you continue a healthy, pain-free lifestyle at home. 

When Nicole has time off you’ll find her spending quality time with her family. She also loves to be outdoors exploring in and around her city, good food and Netflix.

Colin has a Massage therapy diploma from Mount Royal University and a BSc. of Kinesiology from the University of Lethbridge. His background in sports performance training led him to the field of rehabilitation. Newton’s first law states that a body in motion stays in motion. This analogy applies perfectly to the human body. His primary goal is to help people maintain autonomy in their life and live without pain and limitations. While mechanical function of the body is his primary focus, he also recognises that the mind-body connection has a major influence on individuals’ comfort. He’s passionate about the care and treatment of all members of the public.

Stanley has been treating patients in the medical profession for 35 years and started in the custom foot orthotic field 20 years ago. His passion for pedorthics drives his ability to find helpful solutions and to share educational information with his patients. He strives to provide the best possible experience in foot care. His patients regularly comment on his thoroughness and attention to detail in his assessments which include an analysis of posture, biomechanical gait movement patterns and lower extremity musculoskeletal function. Video gait analysis provides the ability to visually show the patient exactly when and where their imbalances occur. He encourages his patients to participate in their own recovery by taking the time to educate them about their medical condition, footwear selection, orthotics, compression stockings and home rehabilitation program.

After completing a Bachelor of Physical Education from Brock University, Stanley graduated with a Diploma in Sports Injury Management (Athletic Therapy) from Sheridan College in 1991. He subsequently became a Certified Athletic Therapist in 1992. Stanley worked as the head Athletic Therapist at McMaster University as well as the Canadian national women’s fastpitch softball team for a period of 10 years. He had the honour of attending the 1996 Summer Olympic Games in Atlanta, Georgia as their core medical team practitioner.

In furthering his passion for learning, teaching and treating patients, Stanley became a Canadian Red Cross Emergency Medical Responder Instructor in 2000, a Certified Pedorthic Technician in 2002 and a Certified Pedorthist in 2003. He shared his knowledge and experience by providing instruction to various sports medicine practitioners at the university, college and continuing education levels. Stanley has been a member of the Canadian Athletic Therapist Association since 1990, a Canadian Red Cross Training Partner since 2000, a member of the College of Pedorthics of Canada and the Pedorthic Association of Canada since 2002.

Stanley recharges his energy by engaging in outdoor pursuits and currently participates in white water kayaking, mountain biking, hiking, cross country skiing, along with weight and cardio training. He also enjoys riding his motorcycle in the mountains during the warmer months of the year.