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 under the age of 10.
PEDIATRICIAN
Dr. Alexandra Hernandez. MD. CAP, FRCPC
Dr. Hernandez graduated from Javeriana University and subsequently completed a clinical fellowship in Pediatrics and Pediatric Emergency Medicine at sickkids. She has worked as Assistant professor of Pediatric Emergency Medicine at McMaster University and is now looking to settle her practice in Toronto.
PEDIATRICIAN
Dr. Brian Hershenfield, MD, FRCPC, MSc
Dr. Hershenfield studied medicine at McGill University in Montreal and trained in pediatrics at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto. He did subspecialty training in pediatric nephrology at Boston Children’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School in Boston.
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. Arielle Singer, MD, FRCPC
Dr. Singer obtained her medical degree at McMaster University, followed by her specialization in paediatrics at the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario. Areas of focus include: development, mental health, adverse childhood experiences (ACES) and building resiliency in children and their families.
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. Till Davy, MD, FRCP(C), FAAP
Dr. Davy retired in 2018 after 41 years of medical practice but un-retired during the Covid Pandemic to help the Kidcrew team look after their wonderful patients. He is the father of three grown children and grandfather of two lovely grandchildren. Paediatrics has always been his favorite hobby.
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.
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.
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.
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. 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 ]
PEDIATRIC DERMATOLOGY
Dr. Shudeshna Nag, MD, FRCPC, Fellowship Ped. Derm.
Dr. Nag, is currently on leave and will be returning in due time.
Dr. Shudeshna Nag completed her Pediatrics training at McMaster University, followed by a fellowship in Pediatric Dermatology at Sick Kids Hospital. Since then she has been bringing comprehensive care to children with a wide range of skin conditions such as eczema, acne, birthmarks, and hair loss.
PEDIATRIC DERMATOLOGY
Dr. Shudeshna Nag, MD, FRCPC, Fellowship Ped. Derm.
Dr. Nag, is currently on leave and will be returning in due time.
Dr. Shudeshna Nag completed her Pediatrics training at McMaster University, followed by a fellowship in Pediatric Dermatology at Sick Kids Hospital. Since then she has been bringing comprehensive care to children with a wide range of skin conditions such as eczema, acne, birthmarks, and hair loss.
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
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. Lara Hart, MD, FAAP, FRCPC
Dr. Lara Hart completed her pediatrics residency at UWO. She trained in pediatric gastroenterology at McMaster and in Inflammatory Bowel Diseases at McGill. She is interested in patient education and in helping children manage Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis and other gastrointestinal illnesses.
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
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.
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.
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.
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
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
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Andrea Primmer, PT, MScPT, Reg (Ont)
Andrea received her physiotherapy degree at the University of Toronto. She has worked a variety of settings including Holland Bloorview and the community. She assesses and treats babies and children of all ages to help them achieve their fullest potential.
PSYCHOLOGIST
Dr. Jemma Helfman, PsyD.
Dr. Jemma Helfman offers clinical assessment and interventions for behavioural concerns, anxiety, depression, sleep, eating, toileting and many other issues. She works to understand a family’s individual concerns and develop a plan of intervention that fits best for them.
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. 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 (adult)
Dr. Jillian Satin, Ph.D., C.Psych
Dr. Satin is a registered Clinical and Health Psychologist with a special interest in perinatal mental health (pregnancy and postpartum). She works with mothers and fathers to improve their mood, anxiety, stress management, and adjustment to their expanding roles and responsibilities as parents. [ website ]
PSYCHOLOGIST (adult)
Dr. Jillian Satin, Ph.D., C.Psych
Dr. Satin is a registered Clinical and Health Psychologist with a special interest in perinatal mental health (pregnancy and postpartum). She works with mothers and fathers to improve their mood, anxiety, stress management, and adjustment to their expanding roles and responsibilities as parents. [ website ]
PSYCHOLOGIST
Dr. Julie Wallis, PhD, C.Psych
Dr. Wallis specializes in early childhood concerns and parenting difficulties. She helps parents gain a deeper understanding of their child/family’s strengths and needs and equip them with tools to optimize their family’s well-being. Sessions are via video conferencing. Evening/weekend availability.
PSYCHOLOGIST
Dr. Julie Wallis, PhD, C.Psych
Dr. Wallis specializes in early childhood concerns and parenting difficulties. She helps parents gain a deeper understanding of their child/family’s strengths and needs and equip them with tools to optimize their family’s well-being. Sessions are via video conferencing. Evening/weekend availability.
CHILD THERAPIST
Sevda Basar, B.A., Dip. C.S.
Sevda obtained a degree in Psychology and subsequently studied Assessment & Counseling at UofT. She has 25+yrs experience working with children, teens, and parents. She specializes in parenting, behaviour management, anxiety, self-esteem, ADHD, emotional regulation, social issues & learning challenges.
CHILD THERAPIST
Sevda Basar, B.A., Dip. C.S.
Sevda obtained a degree in Psychology and subsequently studied Assessment & Counseling at UofT. She has 25+yrs experience working with children, teens, and parents. She specializes in parenting, behaviour management, anxiety, self-esteem, ADHD, emotional regulation, social issues & learning challenges.
PSYCHOLOGIST
SUPERVISED PRACTICE
Dr. Daniella Biondic, 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.
Clinical Developmental (Neuro)Psychology
SUPERVISED PRACTICE
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.
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. She is currently finishing her fellowship in pediatric respirology at the University of Toronto. She is also fluent in 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.
SOCIAL WORKER
Allergy Therapist
Samara Carroll, MSW, RSW
Samara Carroll obtained a Master of Social Work from The University of Toronto. She provides counselling services to children and families affected by food allergy anxiety. She has had anaphylactic food allergies since she was a baby, so she understands the stressors related to having food allergies.
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 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.
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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.