Grandin Plaza

Dawn Payne

PT, BScPT, CGIMS, (Senior Physiotherapist)

Dawn graduated from the University of Alberta in 1995 with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy. Shortly after graduation, she had the opportunity to work in clinics throughout Australia, New Zealand and across western Canada.

In 2002, Dawn became one of the business partners of CSA Physiotherapy Grandin Plaza and assumed management at this location in St. Albert while continuing her successful physiotherapy work with clients.The clinic has now been acquired by Lifemark Health Group and she provides consulting services as a Clinic Director.

Dawn has a special interest in treating complex spinal injuries, athletic injuries and persistent/chronic pain conditions and injuries. She also has extensive education in manual therapy and GunnIMS and she was awarded an ISTOP (Institute for the Study and Treatment of Pain) Honorary Fellowship. Dawn has been involved in the treatment of many athletes at both recreational and international levels including athletes involved in triathlon, running, cycling, martial arts and equestrian.

Designations: Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy (1995), Certified Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation (Instructor), Honorary Fellow Institute for the Study and Treatment of Pain, Injury Management Consultant for Alberta Auto Injury Program, Registered Member of IMS Needling Roster.

Jenna Lewis

PT, MPT, B.Kin, CAFCI (Physiotherapist)

Jenna’s background as a Kinesiologist prior to becoming a Physiotherapist has provided a strong foundation for the treatment and management of injuries. Whether she is treating acute or chronic injuries as a result of sports, active lifestyle, repetitive work behaviours, motor vehicle accidents or other disease conditions, she integrates her exercise based background into the treatment plan.

Jenna has a particular interest and experience in treating all types and levels of athletes. She has worked with various sports teams in Manitoba and Alberta including hockey, track and field, basketball, football, volleyball and soccer. She also has specialized training in women’s and men’s incontinence conditions and enjoys helping this group of people return to comfortable daily living.

Designations: Master of Science in Physical Therapy (2012), Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology – Athletic Therapy (2009), Completed Acupuncture Certification with the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute and is on the Acupuncture Needling Roster.

Stephanie Dumont

PT, BScPT, BSc.Kin, CAFCI (Physiotherapist)

Stephanie has been working as a sports physiotherapist since 1995. She is a Level 4   orthopedic manual therapist and is certified to practice acupuncture. During her career, she has had the opportunity to work with Olympic athletes, NHL and CFL athletes, and was the physiotherapist for the 2010 Southern Alberta Freestyle Skiing and Aerials Olympic Team Development.

As an avid marathon runner and Ironman triathlete, she has a special interest in treating running and triathlon related injuries. Her extensive experience enables her to modify any athlete’s training schedule to work around their injury and ensure that crucial fitness is not compromised. As the mother of a competitive swimmer and hockey player, Stephanie also enjoys working with young athletes from all sports backgrounds. She is interested in the prevention of youth sports injuries and will design specialized home and gym programs tailored to each athlete’s unique needs to maximize performance.

Designations: Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology (1991), Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy (1995), Level 4 Canadian Physiotherapy Association of Manual and Manipulative Therapy, Completed Acupuncture Certification with the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute and is on the Acupuncture Needling Roster.

Michelle Maliczewski

PT, MScPT (Physiotherapist)

Michelle Maliczewski completed her Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Alberta, Augustana Campus (2019). Prior to that, she attained her Bachelor’s of Science in Biological Sciences from the University of Alberta (2016). Since then, Michelle attained specialized training in Vestibular Rehabilitation, which is the assessment and treatment of conditions affecting the vestibular system.

Her treatment style involves finding the underlying issues that are contributing to your symptoms and forming a tailored intervention plan that best suits your needs. This may include a combination of manual therapy techniques, therapeutic exercise, modalities, and education. She enjoys working with various client populations, and is passionate about helping people attain their physical therapy goals.

Outside of the clinic, Michelle enjoys an array of outdoor activities including running, biking, hiking, and cross-country skiing. She loves spending time with her family and friends, where she continues to discover new activities and interests.

Designations: Masters of Science in Physical Therapy, Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences.

Shannen Francisco

PT, BScPT (Physiotherapist)

Shannen completed her Bachelor of Science Degree in the Philippines and moved to Canada in 2015. Throughout her education Shannen has completed placements in various settings: intensive care unit, hospital unit, as well as private practice physiotherapy.

She has experience working with clients with different age groups, treating orthopedic injuries, MVA related injuries, workplace injuries, arthritis management.

Shannen brings a multi-faceted approach, by looking at the whole body for contributing factors to injury and sub-optimal function. Based on her experience, she believes in a treatment approach that consists of patient education, addressing any underlying movement dysfunctions, postural retraining, manual therapy and exercise to foster physical strength, and injury prevention.

She has a strong desire for professional growth and plans to continue her education in pelvic health and advanced orthopedic courses. She is passionate in helping her patients return to their maximum potential and to empower them with both knowledge and self treatment techniques tailored to meeting their specific needs.

During her free time, Shannen enjoys cooking, travelling, kayaking, hiking and spending time with her family and friends.

Lloyd Tapper

NP, BScN, MN, PHD, ACCN (Nurse Practitioner)

Lloyd is a PhD – prepared health care clinician with over 10 years of experience working in emergency, urgent care and family practice.  He has significant experience in chronic pain management.

Lloyd has a special interests include the use of ultrasound guided prolotherapy to restore and repair joint, ligament and tendon injuries. He works in close conjunction with other medical practitioners including doctors, specialists and the physiotherapists at CSA.

Designations: Diploma of Registered Nursing (1997), Bachelor of Science in Nursing (1999), Certification in Acute Care and Emergency (2001), Master’s of Nursing (Nurse Practitioner), (2005), Doctorate of Nursing (2013), National US Certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (2016), Licensed to practice in Alberta as a Family Nurse Practitioner (2005-2016), Clinical Associate Faculty of Nursing, UofA.

Joy Sarazen

RMT (Massage Therapist)

Joy was born and raised in Montreal. She joined the military at 18, did 2 tours overseas and then moved to Edmonton in 2005. She retired from the military in November 2007 and went back to school to become a massage therapist. She attended Makami college where she completed her 3000 hr program.

Joy provides Therapeutic Massage which usually combines relaxation techniques and deep tissue, including trigger point therapy and myofascial release techniques. Joy enjoys being challenged, in particular treating clients after an MVA or for a chronic injury. She loves figuring out how to provide the most relief possible for any given injury.

Designations: 3000 hours Massage Therapy Certificate, 3000 hour Advanced Clinical Massage Therapy program at Makami College (Graduated 2011), Member of the Natural Health Practitioners of Canada