Our Vision
To continue to push the standard of health care in the Niagara Region by providing trustworthy and exceptional physiotherapy consultation and treatment.
Our Mission
Our mission at Montebello Physiotherapy is to provide every patient with one-on-one, evidence-based treatment that empowers individuals to meet their rehabilitation goals and engage in a healthy active life.
Core Values
Josh Droppert, Physiotherapist
Born and raised in the Niagara Region, Josh Droppert has been practicing as a Physiotherapist in St. Catharines for the past 11 years in a community clinic setting. He is passionate about offering excellent rehabilitative care in the Niagara Region which led him to open his practice on Lake St. in 2013. He graduated with his Masters of Physiotherapy from the University of Western Ontario in 2010, following his completion of an Honours Kinesiology degree at the University of Waterloo in 2008. He worked as a Personal Trainer throughout his undergrad years before he moved into Physiotherapy where he combines his exercise knowledge with the injury assessment and rehabilitation. Since this time he has completed many Physiotherapy post graduate courses that accompany his interest in treating sport and orthopedic injuries such as vertigo and vestibular therapy, spinal manipulation, concussion treatment, and acupuncture.
Josh has a keen interest in working with Sport Rehabilitation. Since 2011, he has worked with Rowing Canada travelling to World Cup Regattas as well as treating on the 2012 London Paralympic medical team. In 2013, he started Montebello Physiotherapy and Sport Rehabilitation in St. Catharines. He also led a medical team at the 2015 Pan Am St. Catharines venue as well as at the 2016 IIHF U18 Women's World Hockey Championships.
In Josh's spare time, he loves spending time with his wife and two daughters riding bikes, hiking, swimming and doing anything to stay active. He loves living in St. Catharines where he can enjoy road biking on the Niagara escarpment and bike routes as well as running and playing volleyball.
Josh has a keen interest in working with Sport Rehabilitation. Since 2011, he has worked with Rowing Canada travelling to World Cup Regattas as well as treating on the 2012 London Paralympic medical team. In 2013, he started Montebello Physiotherapy and Sport Rehabilitation in St. Catharines. He also led a medical team at the 2015 Pan Am St. Catharines venue as well as at the 2016 IIHF U18 Women's World Hockey Championships.
In Josh's spare time, he loves spending time with his wife and two daughters riding bikes, hiking, swimming and doing anything to stay active. He loves living in St. Catharines where he can enjoy road biking on the Niagara escarpment and bike routes as well as running and playing volleyball.
Caitlin pauls, physiotherapist
Caitlin graduated from the University of Central Florida in 2008 with a Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences. While at UCF, Caitlin was a member of the UCF varsity rowing team where she helped UCF secure their first ever bid to the NCAA Championships.
In 2011, Caitlin earned her Masters of Science in Physiotherapy from McMaster University. Since graduation, Caitlin has worked in private practice, which has given her the opportunity to work with a variety of populations and injuries. These include acute and chronic injuries, rehab for pre and post-surgical, repetitive strain disorders, sports injuries, motor vehicle accidents and WSIB claims.
Caitlin has continued to advance her knowledge of the most up to date rehab and assessment techniques by attending a variety of different courses. These include Active Release Techniques for the upper extremity and spine, Select Functional Movement Assessment, Kinesiotaping levels I-III, Bonefit for Osteoporosis management and Complete Concussion Management. She also has volunteered as a physiotherapist for a variety of local rowing regattas including the Royal Canadian Henley Regatta and 2015 PanAm Games.
In 2011, Caitlin earned her Masters of Science in Physiotherapy from McMaster University. Since graduation, Caitlin has worked in private practice, which has given her the opportunity to work with a variety of populations and injuries. These include acute and chronic injuries, rehab for pre and post-surgical, repetitive strain disorders, sports injuries, motor vehicle accidents and WSIB claims.
Caitlin has continued to advance her knowledge of the most up to date rehab and assessment techniques by attending a variety of different courses. These include Active Release Techniques for the upper extremity and spine, Select Functional Movement Assessment, Kinesiotaping levels I-III, Bonefit for Osteoporosis management and Complete Concussion Management. She also has volunteered as a physiotherapist for a variety of local rowing regattas including the Royal Canadian Henley Regatta and 2015 PanAm Games.
Jaya Sam, Physiotherapist
Jaya Sam graduated from Brock University with a Bachelor of Medical Sciences degree before completing his Masters of Physical Therapy at the University of Toronto. Jaya has experience in a variety of clinical settings including cardiac and stroke rehabilitation, the orthopaedic surgery and general internal medicine units, and private practice clinics.
Jaya has completed continuing education courses in Athletic Taping, Acupuncture, Functional Movement Assessment, and managing Knee Osteoarthritis. He has a passion for continued learning and can often be found listening to physio-related podcasts or gleaning information from additional resources and mentors.
Jaya believes in empowering patients to take control of their recovery and rehabilitation. He believes his combination of hands-on therapy and equipping patients with the proper tools and exercises is the best method for full recovery and recurrence prevention.
Jaya has completed continuing education courses in Athletic Taping, Acupuncture, Functional Movement Assessment, and managing Knee Osteoarthritis. He has a passion for continued learning and can often be found listening to physio-related podcasts or gleaning information from additional resources and mentors.
Jaya believes in empowering patients to take control of their recovery and rehabilitation. He believes his combination of hands-on therapy and equipping patients with the proper tools and exercises is the best method for full recovery and recurrence prevention.
WALKER JANE, REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST
Walker graduated in 2002 from Canadian Therapeutic College where he earned an honours diploma in Massage Therapy. He began his career as a massage therapist in the clinic field working with clients with injuries and various myofascial pain conditions.
During his career he has worked in various settings and has had the opportunity to work with many different practitioners and medical professionals to enhance and increase his knowledge and experience in treating his clients. His practice is primarily pain and injury rehabilitation and management through hands on treatment of the muscles, tendons/connective tissues and fascial tissue of the body. He uses a variety of methods which include; trigger point therapy, myofascial release, PNF, taping and rehabilitative exercise to achieve optimal results.
As well as his clinic practice Walker has been teaching massage therapy for over 10 years and currently is a senior instructor at a local massage therapy college.
During his career he has worked in various settings and has had the opportunity to work with many different practitioners and medical professionals to enhance and increase his knowledge and experience in treating his clients. His practice is primarily pain and injury rehabilitation and management through hands on treatment of the muscles, tendons/connective tissues and fascial tissue of the body. He uses a variety of methods which include; trigger point therapy, myofascial release, PNF, taping and rehabilitative exercise to achieve optimal results.
As well as his clinic practice Walker has been teaching massage therapy for over 10 years and currently is a senior instructor at a local massage therapy college.
Amieleah vandermey, REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST
Bio coming soon!
CHRISTINE MCPHERSON, OFFICE MANAGER
Christine is the friendly face that welcomes you into the clinic whether at the desk or on the phone and keeps us helping our patients by taking care of the rest! She has been with our team since 2015 and we are so grateful for the energy and front desk knowledge she provides for our team. Christine resides in St. Catharines with her husband, three teenage daughters, and 2 dogs. She volunteers her time at the softball diamond and is the Vice President of the St. Catharines Ladies Softball Association. When she isn’t at the diamond she loves to travel, go to concerts and help with the Niagara Dog Rescue Organization.