About Us

Tatamagouche's newest healthcare addition

We are a husband and wife team providing our community with easy access to healthcare, pain management, and preventative therapy.

Our Story

Meeting at Dalhousie University in Halifax, Ryan with a degree in Kinesiology and Megan with a background in Biology, decided to travel abroad with the ambition to follow a career that involved hands-on healthcare and exercise-based therapy. We completed our degrees in Chiropractic at the University of South Wales, UK, which prepared us with the most diverse and innovative strategies to employ on a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions. Raised in HRM, we have been calling Tatamagouche home for four years and are looking forward to growing our family and our business in the community.

We have been gaining experience working at clinics in Stewiacke, Truro, and Amherst and now own our very own clinic on Main Street, Tatamagouche.

Core Values

Pain free

Happiness

Daily Activity

Patient Autonomy

Using a patient-centred approach, YOU make the decisions about your care. WE provide strategies to manage your pain at home while expanding your range of ability and helping you get back to what you love.

Our Mission

Our clinic will bring another layer of healthcare to our community, from musculoskeletal concerns, and work injuries, to general healthcare inquiries.

We plan to improve the wellbeing of our community by providing exercise and lifestyle advice alongside our manual therapies.

Our Vision

Although we are starting small, we hope to build a multidisciplinary clinic in the coming years that will provide a comprehensive space for access to different therapies and have as well as a space to exercise and socialise.

Meet the Team

DC, Chiropractor/BSc. Kin/Co-Owner

Dr. Ryan Dobbin

With experience in rehab and exercise physiology, Ryan's Kinesiology degree positioned him well to pursue his dream of working hands on in the healthcare field. His goal is to focus on how exercise and education coupled with manual therapy influence pain relief efficiency.

When not treating patients, you will find Ryan driving the trails on his four-wheeler or snowmobile or sharing hunting stories from the last season with friends and family.

Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology (2018)

Master of Chiropractic with Distinction (2022)

Canadian Chiropractic Examining Board (2022)

Member of the Nova Scotia College of Chiropractors

DC, Chiropractor/Co-Owner

Dr. Megan Gosse

With experience in competitive sports and her degree in Chiropractic, Megan uses her knowledge to tailor treatment to the patients individual needs. She combines manual treatments with lifestyle modification and self management strategies to make care as efficient as possible.

When not in the clinic, you will find Megan exploring trails with her dog or finding a new recipe to share.

Master of Chiropractic with Distinction (2022)

Leadership Award - British Chiropractic Association (2022)

Canadian Chiropractic Examining Board (2022)

Member of the Nova Scotia College of Chiropractors

Laser Technician

Brooke Geiger Mejia

With experience in Health Care over the last 7 years, has given Brooke a reason to understand her passion for helping people. She brings an enthusiastic and positive vibe to any environment. When not managing the clinic you can find Brooke spending time with her Partner, son, dogs, family, and friends, or exploring the beach.

Physiotherapist

Pip Strachan

Pip graduated from the University of Toronto with a bachelor’s degree in physical therapy. She has worked in many remote settings and traveled with several sports teams earlier in her career. She was the physical therapist for the Canadian Equestrian Team’s 3-day eventing component and has always had a keen interest in riders, having spent her life with horses and competing for many years herself. Pip established the first Canadian course to teach physiotherapists how to treat horses for injuries and movement problems in the 90s. She has also been involved as a PT with many programs that offer riding for those with disabilities. Pip has additional training in TMJ [jaw and face] disorders, podiatry PT [feet], postural reeducation, and pelvic and lower back problems. She had a life-changing injury 13 years ago in her 50s and has used the recovery from that experience to develop original approaches to regaining movement and breaking those incorrect movement patterns [compensatory] that usually create pain and discomfort. Pip feels she is addicted to the joy of movement and enjoys sharing knowledge to help rehabilitation clients find the safest and most supportive return to their optimum function and movement with ease.

Massage Therapist

Keli Turner

"Graduate of 2500 hours and a member in good standing with NHPC, Keli has over 7 years of experience in Holistic Facilitation and Registered Massage Therapy. Using osteopathic assessments accompanied by myofascial, lymphatic, reflexive, and energetic techniques she can reveal the core of your primary concerns. In her free time, she hosts yoga and meditation classes within the surrounding areas."

Acupuncturist

Jessica Dobbin

As a registered acupuncturist, I have always been passionate about using holistic and natural approaches to promote health and wellness. I
discovered the power of acupuncture after experiencing its benefits firsthand. This led me to pursue a career in Traditional Chinese Medicine and
acupuncture.
I completed my formal education and training in acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine, and I continue to expand my knowledge and
expertise through ongoing professional development and certification programs.
Through my Clinical experience, I have had the privilege of helping numerous patients achieve relief from a wide range of conditions, including
chronic pain, stress, and various other health issues. I am dedicated to providing personalized care, taking the time to understand each patient's
unique needs and creating tailored treatment plans to support their overall well-being.
In my spare time I enjoy reading, meditation, spending time with my friends and family, and walking the farmers market with a coffee in hand!
I am truly grateful for the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of others and to contribute to the growing acceptance and integration of
acupuncture within the broader healthcare community.

Administrative/Front Desk

Vicky Patriquin

Meet Vicky, Our New Administrative Superstar!
We’re excited to introduce you to Vicky, the newest member of our team at North Shore Chiropractic! Vicky joins us as our Administrative Coordinator, bringing her exceptional organizational skills and friendly demeanor to help keep everything running smoothly.