
Dr. Daniel Welbourn
DC
Joined team: September 16, 2008
Location: High River
Language: English/French
Services: Chiropractic
Modalities: A.R.T., Graston Therapy/IASTM, Functional foam rolling, Kinesio taping, Photo biomodulation/Cold laser
Dr. Dan Welbourn graduated from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto, Ontario, in 2007. He also received a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry from the University of Lethbridge in 2002. Born and raised in Calgary, Dr. Welbourn returned here after completing his chiropractic education to be close to family.
Dr. Welbourn’s clinical interests include preventative and maintenance care for families as well as sports injuries. Having been an elite athlete during his youth and early adulthood, as well as a lifelong chiropractic patient, Dr. Welbourn recognizes the vital role regular chiropractic care plays in maintaining health and well-being and preventing injuries in all walks of life.
Dr. Welbourn has finally settled back in Calgary and volunteers five days a week as a team manager for Babe Ruth Calgary baseball and as a treating chiropractor for the Alberta Ballet. During his spare time, you will probably find him in the weight room or on a baseball field.

Nate Vallinayagam
PT
Joined team: February 25, 2021
Location: Airdrie, High River
Language: English/Hindi/Malayalam/Tamil/Telugu
Services: Physiotherapy
Modalities: Musculoskeletal conditions
Nate completed his Bachelor of Physiotherapy in 2003 and obtained his Master of Physiotherapy degree in 2008 in India. During his 10+ years of experience, he had the privilege of treating patients of all ages and backgrounds in various multidisciplinary settings. Nate has experience working with a wide variety of Musculoskeletal and Neurological injuries.
His assessments focus on targeting the root cause of injury in order to rehabilitate and prevent future injuries. His major strength is detailed clinical assessment and diagnosing the condition, hands-on skills in joint mobilizations, and prescribing specific exercises based on impairment. When not at work, Nate can be found Fishing.

Hunk Joon (Daniel)
R.Ac
Name: Hunk Joon (Daniel)
Joined team: September 27, 2022
Location: High River
Language: English
Services: Registered Acupuncturist
Modalities: SAAM Acupuncture, ZU WU LIU ZHU Acupuncture, Contemporary Medical Acupuncture
Hunk Joon (Daniel) graduated from the Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine. He started his practice in Yue Yang hospital in Shanghai. He is a Registered Acupuncturist and a member of the CAA. After gaining a strong working knowledge and experience of Western and Chinese medicine, Daniel put an edge on his focus and developed a deep practical knowledge of TCM.
Daniel mainly uses SAAM Acupuncture and ZU WU LIU ZHU Acupuncture technique for stress and insomnia.
For musculoskeletal and neurological disorders like arthritis, neck shoulder, back pain, sports injuries, and more, he is doing contemporary medical acupuncture techniques which help make balance in muscles and neurofunction.

Tiffany Mitchell
Registered Psychologist
Joined team: April 2, 2018
Location: High River, Strathmore
Language: English
Services: Psychology
Modalities: Anxiety disorders including panic, post-traumatic stress, trauma, and social anxiety. Depression, including postpartum depression in mothers and fathers, is generalized, situational, and long-term. Children and adolescents dealing with trauma, anxiety, school bullying, depression, and anger management. Trained in psychotherapy for chronic pain and am trained in psychotherapeutic hypnosis.
Tiffany Mitchell is a graduate of the Master of Counselling program from Athabasca University and has worked with children and adults in a variety of roles over the last 6 years. Tiffany uses a variety of therapies and theories, including but not limited to; Psychodynamic therapy, Narrative therapy, Mindfulness-based strategies, and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy. Tiffany focuses on understanding the circular effects of time and helping individuals use their experiences to adapt, change, and enhance their lives.
Some of the types of concerns Tiffany specializes in are:
- Anxiety disorders including, panic, post-traumatic stress, trauma, social anxiety
- Depression, including postpartum depression in mothers and fathers, generalized, situational, long-term
- Child and adolescents dealing with trauma, anxiety, school bullying, depression, anger management
- Trained in Psychotherapy for chronic pain and psychotherapeutic hypnosis.
Family dynamics, including, stress, disagreements, abuse, and life changes
Tiffany specializes in working with a variety of clients: children 8+ (8-12; 12-18; adults), and families.

Chris Anderson
RMT
Name: Chris Anderson
Joined team: September 19, 2022
Location: High River
Language: English
Services: Registered Massage Therapist
Modalities: Deep Tissue Massage, Chronic Pain Conditions, and Nerve Impingement
Chris is a bright beacon of energy. Having attended MH Vicars school of massage therapy for a degree and being a current proud member of the MTAA (Massage Therapy Association of Alberta), he is dedicated and resourceful in assuring the highest level of care for his patients, in ensuring they achieve the results they are looking for. He is adept at releasing troubled areas and stimulating deep tissue and has experience with chronic pain conditions and nerve impingement. Chris is eager and excited to join the Optimum wellness team, looking forward to serving in the best capacity possible

Stanley Zuidwyk
Certified Pedorthist
Joined team: June 2021
Location: All Locations
Language: English
Services: Certified Pedorthist
Modalities: Foot and Lower Limb
Stanley has been treating patients in the medical profession for 32 years and started in the custom foot orthotic field 22 years ago. His passion for pedorthics drives his ability to find helpful solutions and 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, and home rehabilitation programs.