Concussion Care

Dr. Max Szczawinski is a chiropractor and graduate of the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College, where he built a strong foundation in clinical assessment, manual therapy, and evidence-based approaches to musculoskeletal care. With a background in exercise physiology, functional movement, and active rehab, Max takes a comprehensive, patient-centered approach to treatment.

Since 2018, he has worked in the health and fitness field as a personal trainer and exercise therapist, including over a year and a half in cardiac rehab, guiding patients through recovery and long-term health management. Max integrates hands-on chiropractic care with therapeutic exercise, mobility work, and practical education—helping patients reduce pain, move better, and return confidently to the activities they value.

He has experience treating a wide range of individuals, including athletes, tradespeople, older adults, and both pre and post-surgical patients. His clinical style is grounded in current research and tailored to each person’s goals and needs.

Originally from Victoria, BC, Max is excited to return to the West Coast and serve the North Vancouver community. He has competed at a high-performance level in soccer and track and field, and stays active through weight lifting, trail hiking, and trying new outdoor activities. Off the clock, Max enjoys camping off-grid, exploring backroads, and wrenching on old vehicles—especially the stubborn ones.

Originally from Nelson, BC, Dimitri left the Kootenays to pursue his goal of becoming a Physiotherapist by attaining a Bachelors degree in Kinesiology and a Masters Degree in Physical Therapy at UBC.

Since completing his formal education, Dimitri has been dedicated to helping people recover from injuries from head to toe. In addition to more common conditions, Dimitri also has significant experience in concussion management and vestibular disorders. Having worked in specialized concussion clinics Dimitri is uniquely positioned to help individuals recover from concussions and all of the associated symptoms.

No matter the condition, Dimitri brings a laid back, empathetic, and honest approach to his practice, where he believes strongly in patient centered, evidence based care, continually working with patients to identify the actions they can take for their personal well-being.

Dimitri is certified in IMS, and has also completed the following continuing education courses:

– Concussion Management Workshop levels 1 & 2 with Shannon McGuire

– National Academy of Neuropsychology Symposium on Concussion Management

– Vestibular Therapy Training with Bernard Tonks

– Chronic Pain Management Certification with Bahram Jam

– Lynn Watson Shoulder Course level 1 & 2

– Adam Meakins Shoulder Rehab

– Jill Cook course on Tendinopathy Management

– Orthopaedic Manual Therapy Level 1

– Mulligan Technique

– Active Release Techniques

In his spare time, Dimitri is an avid soccer player and outdoor enthusiast (isn’t everyone in North Vancouver!?), spending time camping, hiking and snowboarding.

Jeff graduated from the physiotherapy program at McMaster University in 2012. He brings a wealth of knowledge to the team at Avita, having worked with a wide variety of patients from professional athletes to weekend enthusiasts and heavy-duty mechanics to yoga instructors. These experiences have helped him develop a collaborative and results-oriented approach to care that tailors to the specific needs of each patient.

Jeff is a Certified Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation Practitioner (CGMIS), and has obtained certifications in advanced manual therapy, soft tissue release, and chronic pain management. Rather than treating your symptoms, he works to identify the root cause of the issue and create a lasting change in the way your body functions.

Jeff developed the Posture Recovery Program at Avita for those looking to make meaningful changes to their posture. The program combines manual therapies, dry needling, and supervised exercise to help restore mobility of the spine and strength of postural muscles.

Jeff is a former university football player. During his time with the team, he sustained two significant injuries that required surgery. He understands the patient’s perspective in the rehabilitative process and knows the impact that a caring and diligent therapist can have on their recovery. He strives to provide the same level of care that he received to his patients at Avita.

Outside the clinic you may find Jeff scaling a mountain, strolling the shoreline, shopping for coffee beans, or sampling a craft beer.