MICHAEL LANDRY (PT),
Physiotherapist / Clinic Manager / Owner

Michael is a Dalhousie University graduate and has been actively practicing physiotherapy since 1988. Prior to opening emPOWER Physical Rehabilitation, Michael managed physiotherapy clinics in Dartmouth and Lower Sackville. He started his career in Saint John, New Brunswick where he practiced for 9 years.

Michael’s background lies in orthopaedic/sports physiotherapy and industrial rehabilitation. He has had the opportunity to work as a chief physiotherapist at Skate Canada and as a consultant with the former AHL Saint John Flames hockey club. He has extensive training in functional capacity assessments, ergonomic evaluations, work conditioning, golf injury rehab, rehabilitative exercise and numerous courses in manual therapy. He believes in an active approach to rehabilitation and empowering his clients with the knowledge to help them maximize their recovery. Michael enjoys hockey, skiing, golf and sailing. He has coached minor hockey and soccer since 2000. Michael lives in the HRM with his wife Karen and two children Mallory and Daniel.

KAREN LANDRY (OT),
Occupational Therapist / Certified Hand Therapist

Karen has practiced as an Occupational Therapist since 1985 after graduating with the first occupational therapy class from Dalhousie University. Several areas of practice have shaped her practice experience including Geriatrics, acute Rehabilitation, Rheumatology and Disability Case Management. More recently her preferred area of practice is along the spectrum of hand and upper extremity rehabilitation which she continues to offer now in the private sector of the Halifax and surrounding areas. Continuing education has been a strong priority for her professional life and Karen has recently received her MSc (Rehabilitation Research –Physiotherapy) from Dalhousie. Karen has also held numerous contract positions with the School of Occupational Therapy since 1998 in both teaching and administrative capacities. She now divides her time between her private practice, and the School of Occupational Therapy as a Laboratory Coordinator for the MSc(OT) program and a guest lecturer.

LORRAINE BREAU-THOMPSON,
Physiotherapist

Lorraine graduated from Dalhousie University in 1991 with a Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy. She went on to complete her Intermediate Exams in Orthopaedic and Manipulative Therapy in 1996. Since that time, Lorraine has continued her professional development in manual therapy, examination and treatment of muscle imbalances and various other orthopaedic related courses.

Lorraine very much enjoys her chosen profession as she likes helping people of all ages return to their maximum function, whether in sports, work, hobbies or activities of daily living. Lorraine is fluent in French and English.

TYLER RAVLO,
Physiotherapist

Tyler Ravlo graduated from Dalhousie University in 2010 with his MScPT. Prior to attending Physiotherapy School, Tyler attended The University of Southern Maine where he received his BSc in Exercise Physiology while playing varsity hockey. He has an interest in sports/orthopaedic physiotherapy and is working his way through the orthopaedic manual therapy levels. Originally from Yarmouth, Tyler now resides in Halifax and enjoys coaching, golfing, playing hockey and soccer.

Tyler is pleased to have joined the emPOWER team and looks forward to helping his clients achieve their rehabilitation goals.

TRACIE LINDSAY,
Massage Therapist

Tracie has worked exclusively in the Rehabilitation setting since her graduation from the Northumberland College of Massage Therapy in 1999. Her interests include Swedish and Sport massage. She has enjoyed the opportunity to work with elite athletes as well as the general public and prides herself in helping her clients resume their regular work and leisure activities with improved mobility and function.

Originally from Timberlea NS, Tracie Lindsay graduated from Northumberland College of in 1999.  Since then she has practiced in the Bedford/Sackville area then joined the EmPower team in March 2007.  She has extensive experience in treating injuries related to motor vehicle accidents, work related injuries and many of the local paddlers, many of whom compete on an international level. 

Her interests are playing soccer and volleyball. She now resides in the Springfield Lake area with her husband Ryan and their two boys, William and Benjamin.

NINA COX (RMT),
Massage Therapist

DEANNE LAPPIN,
Office Manager

Deanne started her career in the rehabilitation profession in 1987. Since that time she has gained valuable experience in reception, physiotherapy assistant, book keeping, and insurance/WCB case management. She has post secondary training in physiotherapy assisting, and office administration. She is literate in Microsoft Office, Simply Physio and QuickBooks. Deanne brings a wealth of knowledge to her position as Office Manager and draws on her experience to run all aspects of emPOWER’s front office. In her spare time, Deanne enjoys spending time with her family.

BEV WEBBER,
Receptionist

Bev received her post secondary education at Mount St. Vincent University and began her career at the IWK Children's Hospital Physical Medicine Department, which was comprised of Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, and Remedial Seating. She then spent several years in the field of wholesale computer supplies and has been working in a private physiotherapy clinic since 2006. Bev has a keen eye for detail, is well versed in Microsoft Office applications and Simply Physio software. She has experience dealing with insurance companies and the Worker's Compensation Board of Nova Scotia. A resident of Sackville for over 20 years, she is committed to her community and enjoys meeting and interacting with patients. In her spare time, Bev enjoys spending time with family, embarking on road trips around Nova Scotia and other travels, cooking, and reading.

LOUISE LANDRY,
Receptionist

Louise is retired from her career in office management with the Department of Transportation (New Brunswick). She brings a wealth of experience and knowledge in the fields of office management and customer relations to the staff at emPOWER. Her organizational ability, administrative skills and attention to detail are appreciated by both the staff and clients of the clinic. In her spare time she enjoys gardening, walking, curling and spending time with her 4 grandchildren.