Our Team

Founded in 2008, Physio North has grown into a family of experienced, passionate physiotherapists dedicated to helping our clients return to sport, activity, work and everyday life.

We are proud to serve patients across the North including Prince George, Vanderhoof, Quesnel and McBride.

Fellow athletes, outdoor enthusiasts, and community members – the North is part of who we are.

Professional Associations

  • Canadian Physiotherapy Association
  • College of Physiotherapists of BC
  • Physiotherapy Association of BC

Our Core Principles

  • Movement

    Movement is at the core of what we do. We assess, analyze and treat based on movement principles to help you reach your rehab goals.

  • Education

    We don’t just treat, we educate. We provide you with the tools and resources you need to continue to maintain your movement, lifelong.

  • Community

    We take pride in where we live. We sponsor local events, donate to local charities and seek out partnerships that help us give back to our community.

 Meet Our Team

VICKIE LAVERDURE
PHYSIOTHERAPIST

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Vickie grew up in Prince George. After graduating from UBC in Rehabilitation Medicine (Physio/Occupational Therapy) in 1980, she returned to work while raising her own family. Since then, she has worked in the Arthritis Centre in Vancouver and Prince George Regional Hospital. She also spent 28 years in private practice in Prince George. In 2006, she opened up a private clinic with two partners before venturing out on her own with Physio North. She is an avid supporter and the chief physiotherapist of the Prince George Cougars WHL hockey team. Vickie has taken extensive post-graduate courses including manual therapy, TMD, vertigo/dizziness and traditional Chinese medical acupuncture from U of A in 2002. She has a special interest in lower back and hip injuries, traditional acupuncture, vertigo and TMD/TMJ. She strives to follow the philosophy of her acupuncture teacher, Dr. Aung: “Always treat with loving kindness.” When not working, Vickie enjoys spending time with her 3 grown children and her extended family and friends. She loves living in Northern British Columbia and enjoys biking and hiking, fitness classes and skiing.

MARK ISAACS
PHYSIOTHERAPIST

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Originally from England, Mark Isaacs has been with Physio North since moving to Canada in 2008. He graduated from the UK with a Bachelor of Science in Sports Science followed by a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy. He has post-graduate qualifications in manual therapy and also acupuncture through the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute. After working in the UK, Mark moved to British Columbia to pursue his love of the outdoors and especially to be closer to the Rockies. His clinical interests are in the treatment of movement impairment syndromes of the shoulder, lower extremity and lower back. When not at work, Mark participates in many sports and activities to promote a healthy and active lifestyle. He enjoys cross-country skiing and regularly participates in the annual Prince George Iceman and the Caledonia Loppet. In summer, Mark enjoys mountain biking and takes part in enduro races. He is also an active member of the Alpine Club of Canada where he enjoys winter and summer mountaineering in the Rockies and ice climbing.

BRENDA O'CONNOR
PHYSIOTHERAPIST

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Originally from Galway, Ireland, Brenda completed her Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy at the University of East London. Brenda has worked for a variety of Physiotherapy clinics both within the National Health Service (UK) and in private practice. Brenda is a registered member of the British Columbia School of Physical Therapists and is accredited by the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute. Brenda joined the team at Physionorth in 2009. She has completed multiple post-graduate courses including acupuncture, manual therapy and rehabilitation pilates. Her clinical interests are in the treatment of shoulder, back and neck dysfunctions with an emphasis on improvement of function and core stability. She also assists in community physiotherapy through prenatal physiotherapy classes and she offers home visits to individuals who are unable to attend the clinic. When not at work Brenda likes to lead a quiet and healthy lifestyle with her husband. She is passionate about travelling and learning about other cultures and languages. In her spare time, Brenda enjoys hiking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. During those cold winter months, Brenda likes to practice Pilates to maintain strength, flexibility and overall wellness. Brenda’s favourite motto in life is “your health is your wealth,” and she uses her work in physiotherapy to promote this motto in her day-to-day practice.

ERIC CAMERON
PHYSIOTHERAPIST

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After growing up in Northern British Columbia, Eric pursued his educational goals completing a Bachelor of Kinesiology at UBC, a Bachelor of Education at Trent University, and a Master of Physical Therapy from UBC as part of the UBC-North program. Throughout these years, Eric has returned home for seasonal work treeplanting and employment supporting children and youth. Outside of his working life, Eric enjoys spending time with his young family, engaging in the amazing outdoor pursuits the Prince George area has to offer. Eric’s clinical interests are varied, including athletic rehab from his background in team sports and varsity cross-country running, physical literacy and health promotion in children in youth, continuing on from Eric’s experiences as a teacher, as well as functional resistance and aerobic training to support health and resilience throughout the lifespan.

RYAN PATTERSON
PHYSIOTHERAPIST

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MATTHIAS MULLER

PHYSIOTHERAPIST

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Originally from Terrace, B.C, Matthias initially completed his Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Studies at UNBC in Prince George. Prior to starting his career as a Physiotherapist Matthias worked for BC Ambulance as a Primary Care Paramedic and for the BC Forest Service as a Forest Firefighter. Matthias moved out to Saskatoon, Saskatchewan for 3 years, where he worked as a medical trainer for the Provincial wrestling team and completed his Masters in Physiotherapy. The unique outdoor opportunities and familiarity of Prince George brought him back to Northern B.C. Matthias has completed post-degree courses including Complete Concussion Management a variety of orthopedic courses on shoulders, hips and knees and Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) dry needling. Matthias additionally works at UNBC as a clinical instructor for the Northern UBC Physiotherapy since 2020.

When not working, Matthias participates regularly in mountain biking, running, cross country and downhill/backcountry skiing.