Team

Stephen Chu B.A. (Kin) D.Ch.

Chiropodist

Stephen received his B.A. (Hons) in Kinesiology from York University in 2002 when he went to work as a kinesiologist for various physiotherapy and chiropractic active rehab clinics. He then attended the Michener Institute of Applied Health Sciences and received his diploma in chiropody in 2006. He then travelled to Australia and received his certificate to practice under the Australasian Podiatry Council that following year. Stephen presently operates at three other foot clinics in Scarborough, Bradford and North York.

He formerly sat on the board of directors at the Ontario Society of Chiropodists and is actively aware and cares a lot about the future of foot care in Canada.

As a Wing Chun Kung Fu practitioner, he has a special interest in biomechanics and human movement which directly translates to foot problems and orthopaedic care.

Jennifer Chua B.Sc (Hons), M.Sc, D.Ch

Chiropodist

Jennifer received her Bachelor of Honours in Health Science (B.H.Sc) from the University of Waterloo, with a minor in Microbiology. She then completed a Master’s of Science (M.Sc) in Cardiovascular Physiology at Queen’s University. She has more than 4 years of extensive research experience working at Sick Kids Hospital, the University Health Network, and at Health Canada.

She graduated as a Certified Chiropodist (D.Ch) from the Michener Institute of Applied Health Sciences. She worked at Ontario Wound Care specializing in hyberbaric medicine treating diabetic wounds and lower limb amputees. Her podiatric clinical practice includes biomechanical assessments, foot care, soft tissue surgeries, and diabetic ulcers.

Jennifer is a registered member of the Ontario Society of Chiropodists and the Canadian Federation of Podiatric Medicine.

Nelly Bernales

Medical Office Administrator

Nelly has a Medical Office Administration certificate from Seneca College and a Certified Fitter certificate for compression stockings from Sigvaris. Smart, attentive and always friendly, Nelly fits patients with new custom orthotics, helps them find the right orthopedic shoes for their feet, and when needed, assists with front desk and reception duties.