Carl Murray is an Certified Orthopaedic Technician and Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). After specializing in casting and splinting, he found his niche working in emergency departments throughout Calgary. He also has experience in trauma and surgical nursing. Carl received his Advanced Education in Orthopaedics Post Diploma Certificate from NorQuest College in 2017, and his LPN diploma from Medicine Hat College in 2014.

In 2021, Carl became an authorized distributor for ActivArmor Canada. In this role, he provides patients with scanning and fitting services for custom 3D printed casts and splints. ActivArmor casts are waterproof, durable, and much more hygienic than traditional casting methods. Having broken his own arm twice, Carl is excited to be able to provide his patients with the choice of an ActivArmor cast. He wishes he could have had a cast that he could sweat, shower, and stay active in!

Carl was born in South Africa and immigrated to Canada with his family in 2000. He has since come to love and enjoy mountain biking, snowboarding, skiing, and playing hockey.

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Caitlin graduated with a Master of Science in Physiotherapy from the University of Alberta and holds a Bachelor of Kinesiology with a major in Athletic Therapy from the University of Calgary. Her treatment focus consists of therapeutic exercises, education, and manual therapy to support her patients during recovery. Caitlin has previously worked with the Banff orthopaedic surgeons with research after knee (ACL and MPFL) surgery and has a keen interest in sporting injuries and injury prevention. Her main areas of specialization are knees, hips, shoulder and ankles. Caitlin is a born and raised Calgarian with previous athletic experience in gymnastics and springboard diving, and is currently involved in running, climbing, weight training, biking and hiking with her dog.

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Colleen Kuntze works at Access Orthopaedics team full time as the Chief Operating Officer and Physiotherapist.

Colleen focuses on getting patients better through a combination of education, corrective exercises, dry needling and hands on therapy with one on one sessions and longer treatment times.

Colleen has a special interest in managing shoulder injuries but is here to help with whatever injury you may be dealing with! She works closely with the shoulder Orthopaedic Surgeons in Calgary and helps lead the spinal and shoulder triage teams here at Access Orthopaedics. She graduated from the University of Alberta with her Masters in Physical Therapy and has a Bachelors in Kinesiology from the University of Calgary.

She enjoys spending time in the mountains - hiking, biking and cross country skiing.

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Jack graduated from the University of Calgary in 2014 with a Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology with distinction, and then from the University of Alberta in 2017 with a Masters of Science in Physiotherapy. He has practiced in Alberta since graduating in both Calgary and Edmonton. He has primarily worked in private practice with and a keen interest in shoulder and lumbar spine injuries.

Jack collaborates with his patients to attain a specific treatment plan including tailored exercise prescription, education and intramuscular stimulation. He employs a collaborative approach with his clients to identify specific goals and activity preferences in order to get the most out of each treatment.

Jack has completed multiple post graduate courses in intramuscular stimulation, concussion rehabilitation and peripheral manipulations.

When Jack is not in the clinic you will probably find him rock climbing at one the many indoor bouldering walls, cycling or hiking.

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Dana completed her Master of Science in Physical Therapy at the University of Alberta in 2023. Prior to this, she graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology with Distinction from the University of Calgary in 2020. She has also attended a semester at the University of Western Australia.

Dana’s treatment approach combines education, manual therapy and therapeutic exercise with a focus on active rehabilitation. She enjoys treating a variety of patients, no matter the injury or stage of recovery. Her background in competitive soccer has developed into a particular interest in working with athletes of all sports, levels and ages.

Dana was born in Vancouver and raised in Calgary. Outside of the clinic she spends her time playing soccer, hiking, skiing, working out, practicing yoga and drinking coffee.

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Emma graduated with a Masters of Science in Physiotherapy from Dalhousie University after completing a Bachelor of Science in Human Kinetics from St. Francis Xavier University in Nova Scotia. Emma has completed courses through the National Orthopaedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association, as well as courses in Functional Dry Needling, Movement Impairment Syndromes, and advanced treatment for the lumbar spine and hip.

She has worked extensively in private practice and strongly believes in the importance of exercise and education throughout the rehabilitation process. Emma enjoys treating a variety of musculoskeletal injuries, as well as helping people through post-operative recovery. She also enjoys focusing on injury prevention and optimizing overall health and wellness.

Emma grew up in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia and is happy to call Calgary her new home! In her free time, Emma enjoys staying active outdoors with hiking, biking, running and skiing.

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Nicole graduated in 2013 with a Masters of Science in Physiotherapy from the University of Alberta. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology with distinction from the same institution.

As a registered Physiotherapist, Nicole has spent her career practicing in orthopedics, gaining experience in treating a wide variety of musculoskeletal conditions. She has a passion for learning and has completed post-graduate training in manual and manipulative therapy, and obtained her certification in functional dry needling (IMS). Other completed courses include advanced assessment and treatment for the shoulder, and mobilization with movement techniques.

Nicole has taken a special interest in shoulder injuries and non-operative shoulder rehabilitation. She takes an active approach to rehabilitation and works collaboratively with her patients to develop a goal oriented customized treatment plan to assist in maximizing function and returning to activity.

As a mother of two small children, Nicole enjoys spending time with her family, running, golfing and practicing yoga.

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Laura is a graduate of the University of Alberta’s Master of Science of Physical Therapy program from 2013. Prior to this, she completed her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at the University of Calgary. Since beginning her physiotherapy career, she has practiced in a variety of settings including private practice, inpatient hospital, the emergency room and a preschool. From this varied experience, she has treated patients of every age and a vast array of physical limitations. Laura has participated in many post graduate courses focusing on manual therapy, exercise prescription, and pain management. She is a certified manual therapist through the Swodeam Institution. She is also authorized to provide dry needling and uses this as an additional technique to aid in reducing pain and restoring function. Laura enjoys working with her patients to create collaborative and functional treatment plans. She knows every patient has different goals and integrating a physiotherapy program can look quite different from one individual to the next. During her sessions, there is a large component of education to provide her patients with the tools to be able to take control of their own recovery. Outside of work, Laura enjoys participating in outdoor adventures with her husband and two young children. This includes regular zoo visits, bike rides, beach exploration, and tobogganing depending on the season.

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