Nina Gansner
Occupational Therapist
MOT
Nina completed her Bachelor of Human Kinetics in Vancouver and her Master of Occupational Therapy in Australia, which included a study placement in India. While in Australia, Nina discovered she loved the sunshine and moved to Kelowna in 2011. Before transitioning to private practice, Nina worked just over 11 years in the public sector, including the Inpatient Rehabilitation unit at Kelowna General Hospital, Acute Care, Outpatient Neuro Rehab Program, and Long-Term Care. She considers it an honour to be invited to join people for a portion of their life journey, and her passion is supporting her clients to return to meaningful activities. Nina enjoys yoga, mountain biking, Nordic skiing, supporting local businesses, and exploring BC.
Office:
Kelowna
Areas of Service:
Kelowna, West Kelowna, Peachland, Lake Country, Traders Cove, Wilson’s Landing, Fintry, Vernon, Coldstream, Armstrong, Enderby, Salmon Arm, Summerland, Penticton, Okanagan Falls, Keremeos, Oliver.
Recent Professional Development:
2024 Train Your Clients in Diaphragmatic Breathing
2024 Mental Health First Aid
2023 Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) Certification
2023 Concussion Rehab Works: Concussion Management Level 1
2023 Emergency First Aid – Level C CPR/AED
2023 Trauma Sensitive Practice
2023 Pain BC: Gentle Movement and Relaxation Program
2022 Wheelchair Seating and Positioning in Community: Practical Applications
2014 Concussion Rehab Works: Concussion Managment Level 1
2013 Assessing and Treating the Weaker Upper Extremity Post-Stroke
2011 Wound Care: The Basics
2011 Kama Sutra post hip surgery: sexual activity and positioning
2011 Introduction to the Assessment and Management of Eating, Drinking, and Swallowing Disorders: A Clinical Approach
2011 Musculoskeletal Injury Prevention in Patient Handling
