Born: Tokyo, Japan School: University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, B.A. Sophia University, Tokyo, Japan Palmer College of Chiropractic West, San Jose, CA, D.C. Certification: British Columbia licensed Doctor of Chiropractic United States Part IV Board qualifications Member: Canadian Chiropractic Association British Columbia Chiropractic Association   As a former competitive swimmer and swim coach Nathan comes from a high performance background that has helped him excel in his education and profession. As a massage therapis, he has had the chance to work at the international level with elite athletes and leaders of other health care professions. These collaborations have continued to spark his unparallel drive to excel in the arena of sports rehab and performance. Nathan draws on these experiences during treatment to help patients realize their personal health goals. Nathan feels most problems can be traced back to an asymmetry at the core of the body, which has led to the developement of a solid treatment protocol. In each treatment Nathan incorporates a combination of Trigger Point Therapy, Myofascial Release, Joint Mobilization and Deep Tissue Massage. In his spare time Nathan is involved with UBC swim, trains in his own strength and conditioning routine and also helps others develop their swimming skills for triathlons and personal health. With a continued interest in sports medicine, Nathan is excited to join Dr. Shimizu and the Mainland Clinic team. Born: Japan School: Canadian College of Shiatsu Therapy Certification: Shiatsupractor, Reiki Association : Canadian Shiatsu Society of British Colombia   Stephanie graduated from the West Coat College of Massage Therapy in New Westminster. Upon graduating, she discovered that as a Registered Massage Therapist, she wanted to work with children who aspire to be professional athletes. She wants to bring awareness of the correspondence between children and athletic activity. Having been an athlete and dancer since a young age, Stephanie has sustained her fair share of injuries and knows the hardships of athleticism. Stephanie understands that many young athletes are not fully aware of physical problems and complications stemming from early conditioning and development. Stephanie has been, and currently still is a dancer at the Cindy Yang Dance Academy of Canada Since 1992. During her years at Vancouver Technical Secondary School, she participated in the Girls’ Soccer and Ice Hockey teams, as well as a volunteer Tennis team manager. She also volunteered at Harvest City Church working in the children’s program. Stephanie is enthusiastic with joining Shimizu Chiropractic and the Mainland Medical clinic to further increase her knowledge and experience in Massage Therapy.   Chiropractic Education   Seven years of post-graduate training is required before obtaining a Doctor of Chiropractic degree. The education is similar to medical school in terms of classroom hours and basic sciences. Chiropractic education however, places emphasis on the musculoskeletal and the nervous system. The government designates chiropractors as doctors; therefore, rigorous training and examinations are required. Chiropractors must pass national and provincial exams to practice.