he is on time, on point and charming as all get up
training
- Physiotherapist
- Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, University of Alberta – 2022
- Masters in Physical Therapy, University of British Columbia – 2024
- Onpoint Dry Needling – 2025 – in progress
- AA1 Medical Acupuncture Accreditation, Acupuncture Foundation of Canada (ACC) – 2025 – in progress
personality
Stephen’s journey to becoming a physiotherapist began at a young age. Diagnosed with severe Hemophilia A, his childhood was filled with doctor’s visits and joint measurements. However, amidst the challenges, his trips to see his physiotherapist became the highlight of his long hospital visits, sparking his passion for the field.
Drawing from his own rehabilitation experiences, Stephen has shaped a treatment approach centered on optimism and patient empowerment. He strives to make every physiotherapy session a healing experience by truly listening to his clients, clearly explaining their condition, and guiding them through a customized treatment plan for effective recovery. These same principles made his own physiotherapy sessions meaningful as a child, and today, he ensures his clients experience that same level of care and support.
- Favorite books – Fly Fusion
- Favorite Music – Taylor Swift (no shame here!)
- Movies he loves – Oceans 11, 12, and 13
- Favorite sports/activities – Watching the Edmonton Oilers and the Edmonton Elks, Fly Fishing, Mountain Biking Playing Slowpitch, and coaching youth baseball
- Physio nickname – none… and he doesn’t go by steve
- What his physio assistants say about him – Staying ON TIME is very important to him.
- Clinical Pet Peeve – Being late for clients
- Something you may not know about him – Stephen wears shorts year round. Sunshine, snow, rain, or sleet, you will always find him rocking his Khaki shorts!
- Superhuman Talent– Having terrible eyesight but the ability to spot fish feeding on the stream.
- Community connections – Volunteer coach with the Foothills Minor Baseball Association
edge
Stephen earned his Honours degree in Kinesiology from the University of Lethbridge before pursuing a Master of Science in Physical Therapy at the University of Alberta. Upon graduation, he was recognized with the Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine Student Clinical Award for his excellence as a student physiotherapist. Throughout his career, Stephen has remained focused in musculoskeletal physiotherapy, beginning his practice in Sherwood Park before relocating to Okotoks to establish MOMENTUM Physical Therapy & Sports Rehab Ltd. He led MOMENTUM to a decade of successful operations, with the clinic earning more than 10 community business awards. After transferring ownership to Leading Edge, Stephen remains an integral part of the clinic as a staff physiotherapist. With a commitment to ongoing education, Stephen has completed extensive post-graduate training in intramuscular stimulation, acupuncture, bike fitting, taping, and running assessments. Passionate about working with the active population in Okotoks, he also plays a hands-on role in community sports. Whether coaching his sons’ baseball teams or cheering on his daughter at the pool, Stephen is deeply involved in supporting local athletics.
