Staff
Whether you're a recreational or a professional athlete, our staff are committed to providing you with the best care they can.
Our motto at The Centre is: You Don't
Have to Be A Pro to Be Treated Like A Pro
Jason Piekarz
Athletic Therapist CAT(c)
Director
Jason completed his diploma in Sports Injury Management in 1996 from Sheridan College. He had the privilege of working as a team therapist for the Toronto Argonauts during the 1995-2000 seasons, earning 2 Grey Cup rings along the way. After the 2000 season, with colleagues from the Argos, the CSRM came to life. Jason has managed and treated patients at the clinic since its inception. In 2009, Jason moved into an ownership position at The Centre and is leading the clinic into the future with patient care being at the forefront.
For the past 14 years, Jason has worked with many different athletes and performers from all levels and many disciplines. His patients include runners, dancers, field sport athletes, ice sport athletes, MVA patients, and the “Weekend Warriors”. Jason uses activity and sport-specific exercises to return patients to work or sport, and an array of manual techniques to promote healing.
In addition to his practice at the CSRM, Jason is also one of the medical coordinators for the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon. Since 2001, Jason and the CSRM - in co-operation with the Toronto Ski Patrol - has managed and provided staffing for all on-course medical supervision. In addition, Jason supervises and manages staff in the medical tent during the Waterfront Marathon, and other Canada Running Series events.
Jason also has a relationship with Sheridan College and York University, assisting their students with their placements, and offering guidance in the field of athletic therapy as their placement supervisor at the CSRM.
Dr. John Ho
MD, CCFP, Dip Sport Med
Dr. John Ho completed his Fellowship in Sport Medicine at McMaster University in Hamilton in 2003, where he was a team physician with the McMaster Varsity Athletic Program including sports such as Rugby and Wrestling. He was also involved with the medical team of the CFL Hamilton Tiger Cats, and the National Lacrosse League's Toronto Rock during his time in Hamilton. Dr. Ho holds the Canadian Academy of Sport Medicine Diploma in Sport Medicine, and is board certified by The Canadian College of Family Physicians. He completed his Family Medicine residency at McMaster University, and is a medical school graduate of the University of Western Ontario. He maintains an academic interest by being involved with teaching resident physicians from the University of Toronto Department of Family and Community Medicine.
Dr. Ho has extensive experience with varsity and elite athletes. He is currently the Team Physician for Rugby Ontario, and a team physician with the OHL Mississauga St. Michael's Majors, Rugby Canada, and the Canadian Snowboard Federation. He has traveled internationally with several Canadian teams to cover events such as the U20 World Rugby Championships, and the World Snowboard Cup Finals. Dr. Ho has also covered several high level sporting events — including the Toronto Waterfront Marathon, World Lacrosse Championships, World Road Cycling Championships, the World Water Polo Championships and the past three Canada Games. He will be volunteering his time again with the upcoming Summer Canada Games in PEI.
Tammy Rampone
Naturopathic Doctor
Tammy Rampone is a graduate of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. She previously completed a degree in biochemistry and biology at the University of Victoria and the University of Windsor. After passing provincial and national licensing exams, Tammy began practicing as a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine. Her treatments focus on therapeutic dietary, supplemental and lifestyle interventions along with physical therapies such as acupuncture and massage.
As a Naturopathic Doctor, Tammy works with each patient in a collaborative effort to stimulate the body's ability to heal and to identify the root cause of illness. Further work is in prevention through maintaining a healthy lifestyle and trained awareness of the body's messages so that optimal balance may be achieved.
Tammy has a special interest in treating infertility, HIV, gastrointestinal disorders and mental health issues. Tammy's continuing education emphasizes keeping up to date on the latest allopathic and complementary treatments for HIV and reproductive endocrinology. Her research focus includes HIV infection, gastrointestinal disorders and mental health issues.
Joelle Karam
Physical Therapist
Biography coming soon.
Todd Bean
Registered Massage Therapist
Todd Bean has been a registered massage therapist for over ten years. His career began with the Hamilton Tiger Cats (CFL), working as an RMT. Today, he continues to work as an RMT not only for the clientele at the Centre for Sport & Recreation Medicine, but also with the Toronto Argonauts (CFL). He added to his professional repertoire by becoming a student of Osteopathy. He will be entering his fourth year in September 2009. His knowledgeable background allows him to assess and treat an array of conditions.
Barbara Steele
Office Manager
Barbara Steele is the Office Manager at The Centre For Sport & Recreation Medicine.
The mother of two daughters has been with The Centre for six and a half years.
