About Us

Cathy Coulson has been registered with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario since 1988.  She is widely recognised for her high level of clinical expertise and experience in the treatment of orthopaedic and sports injuries and concussion, dizziness and balance problems.   

Cathy graduated from the University of Western Ontario with a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy (Dean's Honour List) with the distinctions of Top Researcher Award and Class President. Her passion for education is ongoing and Cathy has completed many specialized postgraduate clinical training programs and certifications. These include manual and manipulative therapy, sports medicine, medical acupuncture & functional dry needling, concussion & mild traumatic brain injury, dizziness and balance, the McKenzie approach, exercise prescription, Functional Capacity Evaluation, workplace medicine and Independent Medical Examination.

Since graduating Cathy has worked in Northern Ontario, initially starting a physiotherapy department in the small hospital in Matheson.  She was fortunate to gain varied experience offering physiotherapy services to patients in Moose Factory and several native communities on the James Bay coast as well as in the small francophone communities of Ramore, Val Gagne and Holtyre.  She went on to found Coulson Health, a multidisciplinary rehabilitation practice.  

Cathy has been actively involved in clinical practice and teaching throughout her career.  For almost 30 years she has mentored undergraduate healthcare students and taught postgraduate and undergraduate courses.  She has presented extensively on education techniques, leadership, business development and clinical topics in Canada and abroad as well as being involved in curriculum development for both in class and online courses.

Cathy has always been passionate about health and wellness. She is a strong believer in evidence based medicine and strives to correct the root cause of injuries, ensuring that they will not reoccur. Cathy is proud to be part of a multidisciplinary team of highly skilled practitioners who produce outstanding results.

Alec grew up playing any sport he could get involved in, but consistently played hockey, soccer and golf, while also doing multiple years of cross country running. He knew that he wanted to stay involved in athletics, so he did a undergraduate degree in Kinesiology at Brock University. While at Brock, Alec worked for 3 years as the varsity men’s rugby student trainer, where he saw many injuries and developed his interest in helping athletes rehabilitate and return to their sport at a high level. After completing his Bachelor of Kinesiology, Alec went to McMaster University where he completed his Masters of Science in Physical Therapy, graduating in 2015. 

After graduating, Alec spent a year working at a clinic in Meaford, Ontario before he moved to Vancouver BC. He lived in Vancouver for 4.5 years working at two physiotherapy clinics, as well as doing sport coverage for the Burnaby Winter Club hockey academy, and the UBCOB Ravens rugby club. He also completed additional education in acupuncture/IMS, concussion management, persistent pain management and manual therapy treatment techniques. 

During his time on the west coast, Alec also did a lot of hiking and camping throughout the mountains, and player coached two championship rec softball teams. He also traveled to Hawaii and New Zealand. In the summer of 2021, Alec and his wife bought a camper van and did a 5 week road trip from Vancouver to Sudbury, where they now call home. Alec is looking forward to continuing his professional career in Sudbury, as well as taking advantage of all of the great hiking trails, camping spots and lakes to canoe/kayak on.

Odawa kwe Christine aahwii, waasii dodemun, Wiikwemkoong bii jiibwaa.

Christine Trudeau was born and raised on Manitoulin Island. She was often found cycling between the heart of Wikwemikong and one of seven satellite communities for work or school, regardless of the weather. 

While studying Kinesiology at Laurentian University, Christine completed her internship with Summit Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation and was then hired full-time as the Clinic Administrative Manager. She maintained this position during her final year at the university while also leading the Indigenous Students Circle as President. It was bittersweet for her to leave our clinic and continue her education at Georgian College. There, she graduated with honours from the Massage Therapy (Fast Track) program in 2021 and was eager to join our team again; first as Administration and now as a Registered Massage Therapist.

As a health care professional, she understands her responsibility to provide a thorough treatment and encourages patients to ask questions about her findings. She is eager to continue learning in the interest of her patients’ health, as demonstrated by her recent course in Manual Therapy for Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction. 

Since attending Laurentian University, Christine has considered Sudbury as home. The countless hiking trails, lakes, and exposed rocks fuel her passion for outdoor sports such as backpacking, canoeing, and rock climbing. She also appreciates the variety of elevation changes for the challenge it adds to her running and cycling regimen.

David graduated from Cambrian College from the Physical Fitness and Leisure Management program (2007 to 2010). He joined the Summit Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation team in 2009 as a Personal Training Intern. Upon graduating in 2010 he became CSEP (Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology) certified. He has worked with a variety of different athletes over a wide variety of activities. In 2011, he studied Massage Therapy for a 2-year condensed program (2011 to 2013). David became certified as a Registered Massage Therapist in the fall of 2013. In addition, he has attained certifications in Therapeutic Ultrasound and Mobility Taping. David now focuses full time as a registered Massage Therapist. His extensive background and experience makes him a perfect fit as part of the team at Summit Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation.

David has a strong interest in the fitness industry and a strong passion for natural powerlifting/weightlifting. He has been involved in this field for over 20 years. He believes in always pushing the envelope and becoming the best version of yourself you can possibly become.

David fully believes in client centered care, preventive health and promoting a healthy lifestyle. He continually strives to improve an individual’s overall function and health. Every treatment plan will be tailored to each client to meet their personal goals, needs, and objectives.

Jamie Ames is a Registered Kinesiologist with the College of Kinesiologists of Ontario.  Jamie grew up in a small town in Southwestern Ontario, where he played a variety of sports from soccer to baseball and everything in between.  Jamie narrowed down his love for sports and played high level Basketball and Volleyball in High School, travelling to the U.S. on a number of occasions for his sport.  He later joined Laurentian University’s Voyageurs Men’s Basketball Team in 2013 where he travelled to China to compete against a number of partnering Universities and the Chinese Junior National Team.

Jamie has a passion for sport and exercise.  After graduating from Laurentian University’s Honours Bachelor of Physical and Health Education in 2017, Jamie wrote the national exam to become a Registered Kinesiologist and began his journey.  In November of 2018, he joined the Summit Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation team.  During his time at Summit, Jamie has worked with a number of athletes returning to sport as well as assisting injured and previously injured workers gain the strength and conditioning to return to work.  Recently Jamie created a pre and post surgical strength and conditioning program for a lower leg amputee who has since returned to his position in mining underground.  

Jamie has always had a passion for the outdoors and the activities that come with it.  Growing up in farmland, he spent his youth hunting and fishing every chance he could.  An avid hunter, Sudbury is his dream country.  He moved to Sudbury to continue that passion and has since began his life here, married with a young son (1).  He and his wife have a love for animals and work with 4 Champs Animal Rescue, fostering and training new rescued shepherds and other behavioural animals; adding to his patience and perseverance.