05/17/2022
May is National Physiotherapy Month. In honour of this month, we would like to share with you some of our Physiotherapists.
Meet Andrew Ahn, Physiotherapist
What inspired you to become a physiotherapist?
We all have role models and people who inspire us. As cliché as it sounds, my parents were my biggest influence. After my mother was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease in 2015, I saw them struggle to access the care they needed to manage it. This was a driving force for me. I wanted to become a physio for a few reasons. Primarily to help manage my mother's Parkinson's Disease and to ensure she always receives the care she needs. Secondly, to provide a collaborative approach to rehab and to empower my clients with all the tools they need for a successful recovery!
What do you love most about being a physiotherapist?
There are so many reasons I love being a physiotherapist. If I had to pick one, it would have to be the impact we can have on our clients. Our impact can be from a social, emotional, physical and/or psychological aspect. It is always so satisfying to co-create milestones/goals with clients and watch them absolutely crush them during their rehab journey. To empower people with confidence to manage their injuries but also to help prevent future injuries is one of the most gratifying aspects of being a physio.
1. What are you looking forward to in 2022?
From a personal perspective, I look forward to some vacation time! As someone that loves to travel, the pandemic has put a damper on my plans. However, now that things are loosening up around the world, I look forward to travelling!
From a professional perspective, I look forward to expanding my skillset to help my clients achieve their rehab goals and more. Anyone that knows me, knows that I am a true nerd when it comes to physio. I love reading new articles, taking continuing education courses, and trying out new techniques. The current courses that I am working on are Mulligan Mobilization with Movement and my Certified Strength and Conditioning!
To learn more about Andrew, check out his bio https://www.lifemark.ca/Aspen or to book an appointment with him, call our clinic at 403-242-9001.