Chiropractic and Wellness Clinic

Dr. Dunk is the owner of Activate Chiropractic & Wellness Clinic and has been in practice for more than 30 years. She is one of a few specialists in Ottawa that practice a gentle chiropractic technique called the Activator Method. Her family-based practice includes both children and adults wanting to continue to experience good physical health with age. Dr. Dunk grew up in a small rural community outside of Ottawa. She received a bachelors in Anatomy at McGill and graduated in the class of 1994 from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College.

Dr. Dunk has many other passions and interests in health and well being. She is an avid hiker, cyclist and runner, but most of all, in the last few years she has become more involved in yoga and Mega Reformer Pilates. She is certified to teach yoga at all levels. As well, she has added teaching Reformer Pilates at Reform Health and Fitness. Her mission is to foster aging with strength,. mobility and a zest for life!

Dr. Dunk has been in practice for over 30 years and is still excited to provide a multi-disciplinary clinic where several practitioners can provide care that is tailored to each persons' needs.

Dr. Larry Ha is a bilingual (French and English) Ottawa-based chiropractor with a special interest in the treatment and prevention of spinal-related conditions that contribute to neck and back pain. His person-centred approach includes a variety of chiropractic techniques, manual therapies, patient education, self-care strategies and multi-disciplinary collaboration to provide the most high-quality care possible for his patients.

Dr. Larry has experience working with patients of all ages and backgrounds including seniors, teachers, professionals and everything in between. He aims to help his patients overcome their health challenges and achieve their health goals to get back to doing what they love most, whether that's spending time with their loved ones, staying active or simply functioning better for overall health and wellness.

He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Ottawa and his chiropractic studies at the New Zealand College of Chiropractic. He is a licensed Doctor of Chiropractic with the College of Chiropractors of Ontario, as well as a member of the Ontario Chiropractic Association and the Canadian Chiropractic Association.

Oleg is a highly skilled Manual Osteopath who employs a wide range of osteopathic techniques including joint mobilization, soft tissue therapy, trigger point therapy, craniosacral, visceral, myofascial release, muscle energy techniques and exercise prescription to offer patients answers to the most challenging of problems.

He believes that the body has an amazing ability to heal itself and the role of the osteopathic practitioner is to perfect the art of listening to the body and to support it where it is trying hardest to correct itself. Combining this with a thorough knowledge of anatomy, physiology, biomechanics and disease processes the osteopathic practitioner is able to facilitate healing and support homeostatic mechanisms.

Dr. Mastooreh Mehrafarin ND is a highly accomplished and compassionate healthcare professional with a wealth of experience in medical practice, education, and medical research.

Dr. Mehrafarin is a board-certified naturopathic doctor (ND) who graduated from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine and is in good standing with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario. She is an active member of the Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors (OAND) and the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND).

In addition, Dr. Mehrafarin is an International Medical Doctor (MD) from Iran with a Master of Science in Internal Medicine from Edinburgh, UK. She is a member of the Royal College of Physicians in Edinburgh (MRCPE).

Dr. Mehrafarin combines over eleven years of clinical experience as a general practitioner (family physician) and emergency physician in both hospital and private clinic settings in Iran with her fervor for holistic health and well-being. She has contributed to the publication of several articles, books, and a poster presentation. With an exceptional blend of medical expertise and a commitment to providing comprehensive care to patients, Dr. Mehrafarin excels in the fields of naturopathic medicine.

Dr. Mehrafarin possesses a strong interest in promoting health and preventive medicine, educating patients, identifying, and addressing risk factors, early disease detection, and encouraging healthy lifestyle to reduce the likelihood of illness or injury. She employs a comprehensive range of naturopathic techniques to target the underlying causes of your condition rather than merely addressing and treating your symptoms.

Her patient base includes individuals with a wide spectrum of conditions, such as stress management, sleep and mood disorders, eczema, autoimmune diseases, hypertension, diabetes, thyroid health, geriatrics, women's health, gastrointestinal disorders, mental health, cancer, pain and chronic illness such as fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome.

Dr. Mehrafarin is fluent in both English and Persian (Farsi).

Yukiko Arvisais is a Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac) and Registered Massage Therapist (RMT). She studied Traditional Chinese Medicine in Victoria, BC and is registered with the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturist of Ontario after completion of 3 years of study.

Her special interests are Women's health, Pain management, Auriculotherapy (Ear Acupuncture), and Stress management. She uses needles, glass cupping, gua sha jade stone as a tool and she decides what method is beneficial for the patients. Depending on the condition, she uses different tool to help you get well.

She also studied Massage Therapy in Ottawa, ON and registered with the College of Massage Therapy of Ontario after completion of 2 years of study at Algonquin College. She has a special interest in Lymphatic Drainage and is certified with the Manual Lymph Drainage Therapist of Dr. Vodder School International.

Most extended health care covers the treatments. Please contact your insurance company for your coverage.

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Chiropractic and Wellness Clinic

Meet Our Team

Dr. Stephani Dunk

Dr. Larry Ha

Oleg Bagrin

Dr. Mastooreh Mehrafarin

Rika Shimizu

Yukiko Arvisais

Stacey Enright

Wendy Peever