The CREW
Kidcrew is a forward-thinking clinic focused on patient experience, family centered-care and wellness for children and families of all ages. From pediatricians, to allergists, neurologists, sport medicine doctors and gastroenterologists, we have your family covered from head to toe.
PEDIATRICIAN
Dr. Dina Kulik, MD, FRCPC, PEM
Dr. Dina Kulik completed her Pediatrics Residency and Pediatric Emergency Medicine Fellowship at the Hospital for Sick Children. With a single-minded focus on superior patient outcomes through ongoing medical research, Dr. Dina is one of Canada’s leading child health media experts, providing child health information through television, radio, print media and via her blog: DrDina.ca. When she does not work or research, Dina’s greatest joy is her family and being the mom of four intense boys between 4 and 11 years of age.
PEDIATRICIAN
Dr. Andrea Fiume, MD. FRCPC
Dr. Andrea Fiume studied medicine at the University of Toronto and pediatrics at McMaster University, where she is completing training as a Clinician Investigator with specialization in Medical Education. She loves pediatric medicine, medical education, and being a mom to her amazing baby boy.
PEDIATRICIAN
Dr. Carissa Simone, MD, FAAP
Dr. Simone completed medical school at St. George’s University and her pediatric residency at the University of South Florida. She enjoys the continuity that pediatrics provides and watching her families grow. When not working, Dr. Simone enjoys traveling and spending time with her family.
PEDIATRICIAN
Dr. Aharon Lauterpacht, MD, FAAP
Dr. Lauterpacht studied medicine at Sackler School of Medicine in Tel Aviv, Israel, and completed his pediatric residency at NYU Winthrop Hospital on Long Island, New York. Prior to joining Kidcrew, he remained at NYU as Chief Pediatric Resident. He loves chasing his twin toddlers and playing sports.
PEDIATRICIAN
Dr. Yasmin Kazemi, MD, FRCPC
Dr. Kazemi studied medicine at McMaster University and completed her pediatric residency at Queen’s University. She is excited to be joining the Kidcrew team as a consultant pediatrician. She is looking forward to providing family centered care for children & teens of all ages!
PEDIATRICIAN
Dr. Shelina Manji MSc, MD, FRCPC
Dr. Manji obtained her medical degree at McMaster university followed by specialization in pediatrics and sub specialization in genetics in Michigan USA. Her areas of expertise include developmental pediatrics as well as addressing the mental health needs of children by providing psychotherapy.
PEDIATRICIAN
Dr. Katie Losenno, MD, FRCPC, MSc
Dr. Losenno received her medical degree from the University of Limerick in Ireland. She completed her Paediatrics Residency at SickKids Hospital, where she is now pursuing her fellowship in Paediatric Cardiology. Outside of work, she is an avid triathlete who loves to bake and spend time with her dog.
PEDIATRICIAN
Dr. Basil Kadoura, MD, FRCPC
Dr. Basil Kadoura is a graduate of the University of Alberta medical school and completed his residency at the BC Children’s Hospital in Vancouver. He continues his training at The Hospital for Sick Children in Adolescent Medicine. In his spare time, he enjoys nature, time with loved ones, and the arts.
ALLERGIST
Dr. Allison Kwan, MD, FRCPC (Pediatrics), FRCPC (Clinical Immunology and Allergy)
Dr. Allison Kwan is a pediatric allergist. She completed her medical degree at the University of Toronto, followed by a pediatric residency at Children’s
Hospital of Western Ontario, and a pediatric immunology and allergy fellowship at the Hospital for Sick Children.
ALLERGIST
Dr. Judith Donsky, MD, FRCPC
Dr. Donsky is a graduate of the University of Toronto medical school and completed training in Pediatrics and Clinical Immunology and Allergy at Sick Children’s Hospital in Toronto. She is a community allergist and sees children and adults. When not at work, she enjoys spending time with her two boys.
CARDIOLOGIST
Dr. Mohit Singla, MD, MBA, FAAP, FACC
Dr. Singla is a Pediatric & Adult Congenital Cardiologist. He completed Cardiology fellowships from Hospital for Sick Children & Toronto General Hospital. His completed Pediatrics residency in Chicago and Immunology/Lab Medicine Post doc fellowship from Yale University School of Medicine.
CHIROPODIST
Zack Atlin B.Sc. (Hons) DCh.
Zack Atlin is a Registered Chiropodist who studied Podiatric Medicine at The Michener Institute and has since returned as a clinical professor. Zack enjoys practising his entire scope of work, but has taken a keen interest in biomechanics and the prescription of orthotics.
CHIROPRACTIC
Dr. Deborah Mechanic B.A. kin (Hons), D.C.
Dr. Mechanic is a chiropractor and acupuncture provider with a passion for working with pre/post natal, infants, children, and teens. She is a member of the International Chiropractic Paediatric Association, PIPS & concussion certified, and has devoted her career development to treating growing bodies. [ blog ]
CHIROPRACTIC
Dr. Rosty Serebryany, DC
Dr. Serebryany has a strong focus on sports and performing arts-related injuries, having been a former national team gymnast for Canada. Dr. Serebryany has been treating young athletes in high-performance settings since 2005 utilizing evidence-based exercise, rehabilitation and manual therapy.
PEDIATRIC DERMATOLOGY
Dr. Janet McMullen, MD, FRCPC (Pediatrics), Fellowship in Pediatric Dermatology
Dr. Janet McMullen is a Pediatrician with a focused practice in Pediatric Dermatology. She completed her medical degree at the University of Toronto, Pediatrics Residency at the Hospital for Sick Children and Pediatric Dermatology Fellowship at Seattle Children’s Hospital.
DEVELOPMENTAL PEDIATRICS
Dr. Elliot Lavi, MD, FRCPC, MSc
Dr. Elliot Lavi studied medicine at Queen’s University. He subsequently completed his Pediatrics Residency at the Hospital for Sick Children, and his Developmental Pediatrics Fellowship at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital. He is also the proud father of three children.
DEVELOPMENTAL PEDIATRICS
Sara John, M.A. BCBA Regional Coordinator
Sara is a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst who has been working with individuals with special needs since 2007. She completed her Bachelor’s & Master’s in Canada and received further ABA training in the U.S. Her passion is to improve the quality of life of the individuals and the families she supports.
DIETITIAN
Rebecca Bergel, RD
Rebecca Bergel is a Registered Dietitian with over 12 years of experience in pediatric and adolescent nutrition. Practice areas include: infant feeding, failure to thrive, underweight/overweight, picky eating, GI issues, sports specific nutrition, behavioral issues around eating & food allergies.
DIETITIAN
Elisheva Feintuch, RD
Elisheva received her degree in Food & Nutrition from the University of Alabama and is registered in both Canada and the USA. She specializes in GI health and nutrition education. She has developed and presented nutrition classes to children and teens from K-12 focusing on healthy food relationships.
ENDOCRINOLOGIST
Dr. Kate Verbeeten, MD, MPhil, FRCPC
Dr Verbeeten studied Pediatrics at the Hospital for Sick Children, Epidemiology at the University of Cambridge, and Endocrinology at the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario. She is involved in diabetes research and takes care of children with hormone disorders or concerns about growth and puberty.
GASTROENTEROLOGIST
Dr. Herbert Brill, MD, MBA, FRCPC
Dr. Herbert Brill completed his pediatrics residency at Queen’s University and gastroenterology fellowship at McGill. His practice interests include all aspects of Gastroenterology. When not at work Herbert enjoys hanging with his wife and four children.
GASTROENTEROLOGIST
Dr. Jessica Woolfson, MD, FRCPC
Dr. Jessica Woolfson completed her pediatrics residency at McMaster University. Her fellowships were in gastroenterology at BC Children’s Hospital and hepatology/liver transplant at SickKids. She is interested in complex feeding and under/over nutrition issues, as well as general GI.
GASTROENTEROLOGIST
Dr. Kristen Bortolin, MD, FRCPC
Dr. Kristen Bortolin completed her Pediatric residency training at Western University and Fellowship training in Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition at SickKids. She will provide care for children with an array of general GI conditions at Kidcrew.
HEMATOLOGIST
Dr. Brent Williams, MD, PhD, FRCPC, FAAP
Dr. Brent Williams is a certified Pediatrician and Pediatric Hematologist/Oncologist who completed residency training at Sickkids Hospital. His clinical practice is based at Sickkids in the Division of Emergency Medicine, and at Kidcrew he will offer consultation on benign hematology conditions.
INFECTIOUS DISEASES and TRAVEL MEDICINE
Dr. Hoaan Le, MD, FRCPC
Dr. Le graduated from the University of Manitoba with degrees in Classics and Medicine. She then trained in Pediatrics at MUN, ending up at The Hospital for Sick Children for a fellowship in Pediatric Infectious Diseases. Her practice combines General Pediatrics, Infectious Diseases and Travel Medicine.
LACTATION CONSULTANT
Taya Griffin, I.B.C.L.C.
Taya is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and has been passionate about helping mothers achieve their breastfeeding goals for over 10 years. She is graduate of the International Breastfeeding Centre’s Lactation Medicine Program and studied and worked with Dr. Jack Newman.
www.tayagriffin.com
LACTATION CONSULTANT
Rose Le Blanc, I.B.C.L.C.
Rose Le Blanc is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. She received her Lactation Medicine Diploma after over 700 training hours at the Newman Breastfeeding Clinic. Her approach is gentle yet clear evidence-based guidance with a strong focus on the family’s individual breastfeeding goals. Visit Rose’s website at ROSELEBLANC.COM
MASSAGE THERAPIST
CRANIOSACRAL THERAPIST
Desiree Vivanco-Ducharme, RMT, B.Kin.
Desiree is a Registered Massage Therapist and craniosacral therapist with a passion for working with prenatal/postpartum, infants, and children. She is a graduate of Sutherland-Chan Massage Therapy School, and completed pediatric trainings with Trimesters, Liddle Kidz, and the Cranial Therapy Centre.
MASSAGE THERAPIST
Sarah King, RMT
Sarah King is a Registered Massage Therapist with extensive experience and a passion for improving the quality of life for children with ASD, complex medical, neuromuscular, and palliative conditions. In addition, Sarah is also an educator of future and practicing RMTs.
NATUROPATH
Dr. Shawn Meirovici N.D.
Dr. Shawn Meirovici N.D. is a graduate of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine and is a member of the Pediatric Association of Naturopathic Physicians. He has over 8 years clinical experience with a focus in Neurological Conditions, Pain Management, Cancer and Pediatrics.
NEPHROLOGIST
Dr. Cal Robinson, MD, FRCPC
Dr. Cal Robinson studied medicine at St. Andrews and Manchester in the UK. He completed his pediatric residency at McMaster and his pediatric nephrology fellowship at SickKids. Dr. Robinson is training to be a clinician-investigator, with an interest in clinical trials in common childhood kidney diseases.
NEUROLOGIST
Dr. Wayne Langburt, MD FRCPC
Dr. Langburt had been a Child Neurologist for 20 years. He is committed to giving excellent, family oriented care to children with the following illnesses: epilepsy, ADHD, cerebral palsy, headaches/migraines, tics/tourette’s, developmental delays, autism, , strokes, and other neurological diseases.
NEUROLOGIST
Dr. Jeff Kobayashi MD FRCP(C)
Dr. Jeff Kobayashi is an associate professor at the University of Toronto. He received his fellowship training in pediatrics and pediatric neurology at The Hospital for Sick Children (HSC), Toronto. Dr. Kobayashi is currently specializing in pediatric epilepsy and is the Director of the Ketogenic diet program at HSC.
NEUROLOGIST
Dr. Djurdja Djordjevic, MD FRCPC
Dr. Djurdja Djordjevic obtained her MD from McMaster University in 2017. She then completed her residency in Pediatric Neurology at the Hospital for Sick Children followed by a fellowship in Neuromuscular. Djurdja is passionate about providing thorough and compassionate care for children with neurological conditions.
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
Sarah Ohana, OT Reg. (Ont.)
Sarah is an occupational therapist who supports children and adolescents to maximize participation in day to day activities. She enjoys collaborating with clients to work on sensory processing , fine and gross motor, self-regulation, and executive function skills in practical and fun ways!
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
Meg Henderson, OT Reg. (Ont.)
Meg is an Occupational Therapist who is passionate about using her background in dance and movement to help children meet their daily living goals. Meg uses strategies to ensure her paediatric clients maximize their function and independence in activities of daily living, fine motor, and sensory.
OSTEOPATH
Sarah Stephen, M.OMSc.
Sarah Stephen, M.OMSc. has been a health practitioner since 2003 and is passionate about her Osteopathic practice in treating imbalances within infants and children. Sarah graduated from the Canadian Academy of Osteopathy and is registered with the Ontario Osteopathic Association.
PSYCHOLOGIST
Dr. Farah Dobani-Budhani, Ph.D, C.Psych
Dr. Farah Dobani-Budhani is a registered Child Psychologist. She offers interventions to children and families struggling to cope with daily activities, with a focus on the early years through to school-age. She’s passionate about providing treatment which allows for sustainable positive change.
PSYCHOLOGIST
Dr. Daniella Biondic, PhD, C.Psych.
Dr. Biondic offers clinical assessment and intervention to children, teens, and families to address life’s challenges. Sessions take an individualized, strengths-based approach to address difficulties associated with mood, anxiety, learning and attention, trauma, and parenting challenges.
PSYCHOTHERAPIST
Mike Stroh, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I am an integrative therapist, which means I draw from different psychotherapeutic approaches to support and help guide teens to cultivate fundamental mental health skills to root them in a foundation to promote resilience and well-being. Specialties: ADHD, anxiety, addiction, parenting. [Website]
PSYCHOTHERAPIST
Nikki Goldman-Stroh RP
Nikki Goldman Stroh is a Registered Psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience providing Art and Play Therapy to diverse children and youth aged 3-19. Nikki is a strong believer in using mindfulness and meditation with clients and has specialty training in CBT, art and play therapy.
Counselling & Psychotherapy
Chris Pankewich, RP(Q), MACP
I utilize an integrative model rooted in cognitive, mindful, and behavioural approaches to therapy to help teens cultivate cognitive and emotional awareness. This includes a trauma-informed framework that emphasizes the role diverse systems of the body play in cultivating mental health & wellbeing.
PSYCHOTHERAPIST
Hannah Eisenberg, RP, MEd
Hannah is a Registered Psychotherapist with a Master of Education in Developmental Psychology and Education and a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology. She provides an integrative and strengths-based approach and utilizes various treatment modalities, including CBT and Play Therapy.
PSYCHOTHERAPIST
Ji Hee Kim, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Ji Hee Kim, with her unique sense of warmth and empathy, Ji Hee prioritizes providing a safe and non-judgmental space for children and adolescents to comfortably express themselves and feel heard. Ji Hee tailors therapy to clients’ needs, strengths and interests, and utilizes various modalities including CBT, mindfulness, and play therapy.
PSYCHOTHERAPIST & PARENT CONSULTANT
Alejandra Penalosa, CYW, MFT, RP(Q)
Alejandra is a Registered Psychotherapist (Q) with a Masters in Family Therapy. She has been working with families for almost 10 years in helping them navigate the ups, downs, doubts, transitions, and uncertainties of parenting and family life. She uses an integrative approach to best meet your needs.
Doctoral Student
Under The Supervision of a Psychologist
Melissa Kang, M.A., OCT (supervised practice)
Melissa Kang is a doctoral student in the School and Clinical Child Psychology Program at OISE, University of Toronto. She provides clinical assessment and interventions for concerns such as emotional regulation, behaviour, anxiety and life changes/transitions. Melissa is also a certified teacher.
DOCTORAL STUDENT
Clinical Developmental (Neuro) Psychology
Tracy Fabri, MA, PhD Candidate
Tracy is a doctoral student in the Clinical Developmental Psychology program at York University. She provides assessment and intervention services for children, teens and their families experiencing concerns such as anxiety, depression, challenging behaviour and difficulties with emotional regulation.
THERAPIST IN TRAINING
Nesatara Downey
Nesatara Downey is a trained Child and Youth Worker with several years of experience supporting children of diverse cultural backgrounds and age ranges. With a strong background in play-based learning, Nesatara strives to provide personalized support for children and their families that encourages creativity, resiliency, imagination, and emotional strength.
ART THERAPY
Yona Reznick DTATI
Yona Reznick is an Art Therapist with 18 years of experience working with children, youth, and families in individual and group therapy settings. Yona strives to provide personalized and creative support for a wide range of concerns, including learning disabilities, anxiety, stress, and low self-esteem. [Website]
CHILD PSYCHIATRY
Rose Geist MD FRCP (C) Psychiatry Diploma in Child Psychiatry
Dr. Rose Geist is an Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Toronto She is a child psychiatrist with a special interest in medically unexplained symptoms and co occuring medical and psychiatric conditions.
RESPIROLOGIST
Dr. Juliana Giraldo Salazar, MD, FRCPC.
Dr. Giraldo Salazar went to medical school back in Colombia where she was born. She moved to Canada in 2009 and completed her residency in Pediatrics at McMaster University and her Pediatric Respiratory Medicine training at University of Toronto. She is fluent in English and Spanish.
RESPIROLOGIST
Dr. Wallace Wee MD, FRCPC, MHSc, PhD (candidate)
Dr. Wallace Wee completed his MD at UofT, Pediatric Residency at the University of Alberta and Pediatric Respirology at the Hospital for Sick Children. Wallace is training to be a Clinician-Investigator with an interest in rare lung diseases. He loves his family, being active and food.
RHEUMATOLOGIST
Dr. Jennifer Lee, MD, FRCPC.
Dr. Jennifer Lee completed her medical degree at Queen’s University, her general paediatrics training from the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario at the University of Ottawa, and her pediatric rheumatology specialization from SickKids at the University of Toronto.
RHEUMATOLOGIST
Piya Lahiry, MD, PhD, FRCPC (Pediatrics)
Dr. Lahiry completed her combined MD/PhD degree at UWO in London, Ontario. At the Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), she completed her Pediatrics training followed by a Pediatric Rheumatology fellowship. Besides work, she loves traveling and is the proud mother of a feisty kindergartener.
SLEEP CONSULTANT
Rosalee Lahaie Hera, BArtSc, MBA, PhD(abd)
Rosalee Lahaie Hera is a Certified Pediatric & Newborn Sleep Consultant, a Certified Potty Training Consultant, the founder of Baby Sleep Love and the co-founder of The Parent Playbook. She’s also a Mom to two beautiful little humans.
CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER
Nicole Myles, MSW., RSW.
Nicole is a dedicated parent, child and family therapist. She specializes in supporting kids/teens who struggle with Learning Disabilities, ADHD, anxiety, depression and social skills. Nicole also works with parents to address what is underneath their child’s most challenging behaviours – emotions!
[ Nicole’s Website ]
SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST
Sejal Patel, M.H.Sc., SLP, Reg. CASLPO
Sejal’s passion for the field began after her first volunteer experience at age 16. She has been involved in the profession ever since! Focused on paediatric communication disorders, she believes early intervention and individualized treatment to meet each client’s unique needs is the key to success.
SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST
Rachel Bloch, M.H.Sc., SLP (C) Reg. CASLPO
With over 10 years experience in the field, Rachel is dedicated to providing effective speech, language and stuttering services through fun and creative sessions. She especially enjoys the special relationships she builds; as well as, watching her clients learn and grow during their individual journeys!
SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST
Corinne Shapero MSc., MHSc., SLP Reg. CASLPO
Corinne is a dedicated and passionate speech-language pathologist, who enjoys working with the pediatric population. She values combining an evidence-informed and client-centred approach to her assessments and interventions in order to help clients achieve their communication goals.
SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST
Laura Hogg, M.HSc., SLP Reg CASLPO
Laura strives to help her clients participate in life and connect with others more effectively through targeting their communication goals. She is passionate about supporting inclusive and client-centred treatment. Laura believes in strength-based therapy, and that every child has a right to communicate.
SPEECH LANGUAGE THERAPY ASSISTANT
Sarah Harrison-Edge, HonBSc, CDA, Reg. CDAAC
Sarah is a fun and upbeat speech language therapy assistant who provides individualized intervention under the supervision of a SLP. With a decade of experience working with children of all ages, she will help each child reach their communication goals in an supportive, engaging and creative environment.
SPEECH THERAPY ASSISTANT
Laurel Kozik, BA, CDA, Reg. CDAAC
Laurel is a speech language therapy assistant with years of experience working with children of all ages, both here in Canada and internationally. She is dedicated to providing unique and individualized support for every child. The most rewarding aspect of her work is empowering children to have a voice!
SPORTS MEDICINE
Dr. Jessica Gantz MD, FRCPC, PEM
Montreal raised but I now call Toronto home. I completed my pediatric and Pediatric Emergency Medicine training at Sick kids hospital. I am currently a staff physician in the ED at Sick Kids. I’m an avid athlete and currently training to specialize in sports medicine with a focus on kids.
PARENT CONSULTANT
Tia Slightham, Masters in Early Childhood Education
Tia Slightham-Parenting Solutions is a support system for parents that are searching for quick & easy to implement parenting tools so they can avoid the daily battle with their kids.Tia will work alongside you as you learn how to stop the struggle. She has been working with kids and families for 15 years.
[Tia’s website]
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SLEEP SOCIAL WORKER
Julia Glowinski, MSW, RSW
Julia is a Registered Social Worker and Certified Sleep Consultant. She utilizes an integrative approach to healthy sleep, incorporating her training in mindfulness and CBT-I. Services include counselling for infant & toddler sleep difficulties, insomnia, bedtime struggles and sleep anxiety.