Meet the Team
Physiotherapists
Cheryl Davies
Owner/Physiotherapist
B.Sc.(PT), B.Sc., Cred MDT
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Cheryl Davies is a Registered Physiotherapist who graduated in 1994 from the University of Western Ontario with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy. Prior to that Cheryl obtained a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Guelph in 1991. Cheryl has varied experience in Orthopaedics working in the Hospital and Private clinic settings with workplace injuries, sports injuries and motor vehicle accidents. Cheryl has extensive post graduate training on the treatment of muscle, joint, ligaments and nerve injuries.
Cheryl is credentialed in the McKenzie system for assessment and treatment of neck and back injuries. A lifelong learner, Cheryl has completed various post graduate orthopaedic and manual therapy courses and examinations. Some of the Orthopedic and manual therapy courses Cheryl has taken include completion of the Orthopaedic divisions Level 1 through 5 Orthopedic manual therapy courses as well as world renowned Wendy Aspinall's Peripheral and Spinal Orthopedic Courses. She has also taken various taping, neurodynamic, acupuncture, and Mulligan courses. Cheryl is a co-owner of Brooklin Village Physiotherapy and Sports Injury Clinic.
Cheryl has a special interest in treating TMJ or temporal mandibular joint (jaw) problems. She is also very interested in treating and educating women after having children on how to restore their core including pelvic floor (Postpartum Health for Mom's).
Cheryl's hobbies include: yoga, mountain biking, skiing, kayaking and hiking with her family. She is also interested in becoming a better golfer and has taken Fit Fore Golf courses that give her more insight into treating clients with golf injuries.
Rick Fryzuk
Owner/Physiotherapist
M.Cl.Sc(Manip), B.Sc.(PT), FCAMPT, Cred MDT
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Rick Fryzuk is a Registered Physiotherapist who graduated in 1994 from the University of Western Ontario with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy. After working in several different physio clinics and gaining extensive experience in Orthopaedics Rick decided to open Brooklin Village Physiotherapy in 1999 in order to provide the treatment he felt was lacking in his home community. Over the years Rick has continued to put a strong emphasis on his post graduate education finishing the former EV Series of courses and then completing the Advanced Spinal Manipulative Therapy Specialization Program with internationally recognized physiotherapist Wendy Aspinall.
Rick also completed the McKenzie International Series of courses for spinal treatment and successfully challenged the McKenzie Credentialing examination. Rick has continued to take Orthopaedic and Sports therapy based courses and received his Diploma in Advanced Manual and Manipulative Therapy in 2005 becoming a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manual Physical Therapists (FCAMPT). Rick also has extensive experience in the treatment of sports injuries coming from his time as the Chief Physiotherapist for the Ontario Provincial Women's Field Lacrosse Team, working with the Brooklin Redmen Lacrosse team, working with international level Figure skaters and hockey players and through treating numerous high level athletes in the clinic. Rick continues to work extensively with athletes from various sports both professionals and amatuers including hockey, figure skating, lacrosse, soccer, rugby and baseball to name a few.
Rick's desire to continually learn and further his education saw him return to complete his Master's degree in Manipulative Physiotherapy, MClSc (Manip) from the Western University. Rick has always believed learning is lifelong and enjoys mentoring University Physio students and giving High School students co-op experiences.
When Rick isn't in the clinic you will most likely find him on two wheels either mountain biking or road cycling; on the water either canoeing, kayaking or on his SUP; playing hockey or relaxing at home with his family most likely watching sports or listening to music on vinyl.
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Laura Ruberto
Physiotherapy Resident
MScPT, BHSc(Kin)
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Laura Ruberto is a Physiotherapy Resident who graduated in 2022 from Ontario Tech University with a Bachelor of Health Science, specializing in Kinesiology. In 2024, Laura graduated from Queen's University with a Master of Science in Physical Therapy.
She is passionate about physiotherapy and creating individualized treatment plans that take a holistic approach to help patients achieve their goals. Laura has gained extensive experience in musculoskeletal, cardiorespiratory, and neurological conditions. She has worked in private practice, treating a wide range of acute and chronic musculoskeletal and orthopaedic conditions including sports injuries, as well as in hospital settings, where she assisted patients in the acute phase of rehabilitation following post-surgical knee, hip, and shoulder replacements, as well as thoracic surgeries. Laura has also worked with post-stroke patients, guiding them through their rehabilitation process and helping them achieve their functional goals.
Laura believes that continuous learning is essential to providing excellent patient care, and she stays up to date with the latest research to ensure evidence-based assessments and treatments.
Outside of the clinic, Laura enjoys hiking, Pilates, yoga, and spending time outdoors with her family. Her favorite hike was the Koko Crater Trail in Oahu, Hawaii!
Luciana Sardo
Physiotherapist
BSc(PT)
Physiotherapist
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Luciana graduated in Brazil and has been practicing physiotherapy for over 20 year. She is fluent in both Portuguese and English. Luciana's focus is acute and chronic orthopaedics as well as sports and postural rehabilitation. Luciana gained a lot of experience while working with The National Brazilian Athletics Team and The National Brazilian Rhythmic Gymnastics Team. Luciana enjoys research and looking for ways to improve patient care. She has had some of her research studies published.
Luciana is a strong believer in continuous learning and she has completed several post graduate trainings in manual therapy, TMJ, spinal instability, thoracic spine, thoraco-abdominal rehabilitation, palpatory anatomy, myofascial release, hydrotherapy, postural rehabilitation, lymphatic drainage therapy, isostretching, core rehabilitation, acupuncture and others.
When not in the clinic Luciana’s hobbies include hiking, SUP, swimming, exercise and spending time with her family.
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Massage Therapy
Navjot Malhi
Registered Massage Therapist
Navjot Malhi graduated from Royal Canadian College of Massage Therapy and is an active member of College of Massage Therapy of Ontario. She is passionate about Massage therapy and believes massage therapy as an integral part of aa person’s well-being. She is trained in various massage techniques including Swedish massage, deep tissue and therapeutic massage. Her treatments focus on patients’ needs and treatment goals which includes reducing stress and tension, relieving pain and increasing joint range of motion.
Administration Staff
Anjelica Paraschos
Office Manager (Maternity Leave)
Anjelica is our Office Manager and often the first friendly face that greets you when you enter Brooklin Village Physiotherapy. She keeps the clinic running efficiently, by managing the schedules of our front desk and physiotherapists as well as processing any insurance claims. Anjelica always strives to go the extra mile to enhance the quality of care offered at Brooklin Village Physiotherapy.
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