OUR TEAM
The iWellness.ca Rehab & Wellness Clinic team of health care professionals are a collection of some of the very best doctors, therapists, and health care providers in Toronto.
Chiropractor
Dr. John Balkansky, B.Sc., D.C.
Doctor of Chiropractic
Nutritional Sciences Specialist
Clinic Director and Owner
Hours:
Mon: 10:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Tue: 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Wed: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Thurs: 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Fri: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Sat: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Dr. John Balkansky graduated from The Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in 1997, and founded the iWellness.ca Rehab & Wellness Clinic in 2007.
Dr. Balkansky takes a functional approach to care, incorporating chiropractic principles, along with other treatment options, in order for his patients to reach their maximum recovery potential. His passion for healing compliments his personal approach to health care, looking at the entire person and treating each case as unique. He performs thorough assessments of structural and functional aspects of injuries and uses this information to provide the most relevant and effective treatment options for each person as an individual.
Although he focuses his practice mainly on the treatment of sports-related and motor vehicle injury rehabilitation, he also deals with a wide range of other conditions, including acute injuries, supportive care and chronic conditions. In the past, he has performed functional ability evaluations as the director of an assessment centre and as a result, has extensive experience in this area. He works closely with family physicians and other health care providers in order to maximize his patients recovery. Dr. Balkansky is registered on the Theralase website as one of the few certified clinics within the City of Toronto to employ the TLC-1000 Theralase therapeutic laser system and it has become one of the main treatment modalities employed at iWellness.ca Rehab & Wellness Clinic.
Dr. Balkansky is fluent in English and Bulgarian, and also speaks some French, Russian, Italian, and Spanish. Dr. John is a self proclaimed "techno geek", and his hobbies include playing the piano, drawing, painting and is also a Sci-Fi and action movie buff.
Physiotherapist
Kuldeep Chaudhary, Resident PT.
Resident Physiotherapist
Hours:
Tues: 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Fri.: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
With over 3.5 years of experience in physiotherapy, including 2.5 years of international practice and 1 year as an exercise therapist in Canada, Kuldeep (KD) brings a strong foundation in evidence-based care and a strong passion for helping people move better.
Kuldeep specializes in treating musculoskeletal injuries, neurological deficits, and pain management, with a focus on restoring function and preventing re-injury. His approach combines hands-on therapy, personalized exercise programs, and patient education to ensure lasting results.
Whether you’re recovering from surgery, dealing with chronic pain, or aiming to improve mobility, Kuldeep is here to guide you every step of the way!
Book an appointment with Kuldeep today and let’s work together to get you back to your best!
Accredited Medical Therapist Esthetician
Karin Otarola
Accredited Medical Therapist Esthetician
Hours:
Sat: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Karin is an accredited Medical Therapist Esthetician, She graduated from Bryan College in 2021 and has been working at iWellness.ca Rehab & Wellness Clinic. Karin has gained a lot of knowledge personally and professionally and she is an expert in general Swedish massage, in her work she is caring, focused and attentive to the needs of her patients. Karin focuses on reducing muscle tension, restoring sensation, Injury prevention, increasing mobility and blood flow throughout the body.
Karin is known for her caring, compassionate and intuitive nature. She brings these qualities into her passion for her work, which leaves patients feeling cared for and confident that they are in good hands. Karin strives to help people reach their health goals she believes health should come first and that massage will help her clients both physically and mentally, She is particularly interested in getting to the root of a client's pain or discomfort, and employing massage, stretching and home care suggestions to help clients resume activities and get back to enjoying life. Whether you are recovering from injury, dealing with stress, pain or discomfort, Karin will get you back to feeling your best. Karin is fluent in English and Spanish, in her spare time, Karin enjoys reading, outdoor activities, and time with family and Friends.
Registered Massage Therapist
Igor Donets, RMT.
Registered Massage Therapist
Hours:
Tues: 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Thurs.: 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Igor Donets completed his Massage Therapy Program in Wellspring College in North York back in 2011. He previously finished Nursing College in Belorussia in 1988 and worked as a Nurse Practitioner in his home country before eventually coming to Canada.
Igor brings with him a great understanding of applying various types of massage techniques in his practice including body treatments, deep tissue, shiatsu therapy or other types when it is appropriate. He also has an excellent knowledge of medical terminology, and implementing treatment programs such as body massage, Shiatsu Therapy and rehabilitation programs for injured individuals. Further, Igor is fully experienced in the treatment of soft tissue manipulation, as well as applying treatments plans of management for various medical or wellness reasons.
Igor is a fully licensed Member of College of Massage Therapists of Ontario as well as being a Member of The Japanese Shiatsu & Holistic Medicine Society of Canada.
Registered Acupuncturist
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Lok Chi (Kim) Wong, R.Ac.
Registered Acupuncturist
Hours:
Fri: 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Kim graduated with a bachelor of Chinese Medicine in The Chinese University of Hong Kong and is now a Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner(R.TCMP) and Acupuncturist(R. Ac) with the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of Ontario (CTCMPAO) in good standing.
Kim's approach to healthcare is centered around providing personalized and comprehensive care to his patients. By taking a whole-person approach, he considers not only their physical health but also their emotional, social, and spiritual needs to identify the underlying cause of their health problems. This allows him to create tailored treatment plans that aim to improve the patient's overall well-being in the long run. Kim's ultimate goal is to provide the best care possible by addressing the root cause of health issues, rather than simply treating the symptoms. By doing so, he believes that he can make a significant positive impact on his patients' lives and help them achieve optimal health outcomes.
Kim is trained and certified in:
· Acupuncture
· Traditional Chinese Medicine
· Tui-Na
· Cupping
· Moxibustion
Registered Acupuncturist
Mara Daisy Farina Weng, R.Ac.
Registered Acupuncturist
Hours:
Wed: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Daisy is a Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner and Acupuncturist (R.TCMP, R.Ac)licensed in Ontario. She graduated from the Traditional Chinese Medicine program at Humber College in Canada, where she received rigorous training in both classical Chinese medicine and modern biomedical sciences.
Her clinical focus is pain management, with extensive experience treating both acute and chronic musculoskeletal and neuropathic conditions, including neck and shoulder tension, sciatica, sports injuries, migraines, trigeminal neuralgia, and fibromyalgia. She integrates techniques such as electro-acupuncture, Tui Na massage, and cupping therapy to optimize treatment outcomes and promote deep tissue healing.
Daisy is also certified in the NADA auricular acupuncture protocol (National Acupuncture Detoxification Association, USA). She applies this protocol effectively for addiction support, emotional eating, anxiety, insomnia, and depression, with a strong track record of clinical success. She values the dynamic connection between mental and physical health and works to restore emotional balance through holistic TCM strategies.
Beyond clinical practice, Daisy is actively involved in public education and community outreach. She is currently collaborating with Fairchild TV Canada on a Traditional Chinese Medicine program to raise public awareness and promote health literacy within the Chinese-speaking community.
She is fluent in Mandarin, Cantonese, and English, and has conversational proficiency in Spanish. She is committed to creating a respectful, inclusive, and culturally sensitive healing environment.
Yoga Instructor
Elaine Nestor
Yoga Instructor
Hours:
Tue: 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Elaine Nestor is the iWellness.ca Rehab & Wellness Clinic yoga instructor.
She provides many benefits to patients in the clinic such as protection and recovery from injury, increased muscle strength and tone, improved respiration, energy, vitality, as well as teaching meditation calming and releasing the mind techniques.
She is a friendly, devoted and hard-working yoga instructor with a passion for helping people and always does what she can to make people feel better with their bodies and mind, and enlighten their day.
Elaine completed her 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training certificate in 2014 in the Greek islands. She is a well-rounded yoga instructor, teaching people of all ages, from teaching children to the elderly. She has taught yoga in corporate work offices allowing people to let go of stress from their hectic work days and release body tensions. She has also worked in a yoga studio environment at a yoga tree, children in a daycare and kids camps, and private one on one lessons. The private lessons are so amazing to individually create a routine to specially help a patients injuries and give the most in depth lessons.
When not assisting patients at iWellness.ca Rehab & Wellness Clinic, Elaine’s hobbies include hot yoga, hiking, fitness, and traveling.
Office Administrator
Shanell Williams
Office Administrator
Hours:
Sat: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Shanell Williams is the iWellness.ca Rehab & Wellness Clinic resident "Jill of all trades". From always having a friendly greeting for our clients ready, to helping them to navigate all those tricky intake forms, and helping them deal with insurance claims and forms, Shanell is always there to assist our patients and make their visit to our clinic a hassle and frustration free experience.
Apart from performing general administrative duties such as booking appointments and follow ups with patients, she also attends to the clinic book keeping, handling billing for insurance companies and patients alike, as well as taking inventory and maintaining stock levels of medical supplies. She is the heart and soul of our clinic, and we would not be the same without her.
When not assisting patients at iWellness.ca Rehab & Wellness Clinic, Shanell's other passion is movies, whether going to the theatre or staying in, you can be sure to catch her enjoying a good comedy or action flick.
Receptionist / Office Administrator
Taljinder Kaur
Receptionist / Office Administrator
Hours:
Mon: 10:00am to 7:00 pm
Tue: 10:00 am to 7:00 pm
Wed: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Thurs: 10:00 am to 7:00 pm
Fri: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Sat: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Taljinder Kaur is the iWellness.ca Rehab & Wellness Clinic receptionist, and office administrator. Striving to be organized in her work, she manages the day to day operations of our facility. She is a friendly, patient and diligent individual who is always willing to accommodate people.
Taljinder has a diploma in Healthcare Leadership. She also previously complete her Bachelor's in Medical Laboratory Sciences.
Outside of her work at iWellness.ca Rehab & Wellness Clinic, Taljinder's hobbies include listening to music, dancing , going for a walk or hike in nature and socializing with friends.