Our Staff

Meet The Team

KineMedics’ team of trained health professionals has many years of experience in sports medicine and injury management. Between us, we have fitted thousands of sports injury braces and supports, and provided pre and post-operative consulting to countless Canadians. As health care professionals, we are dedicated to helping individuals improve their quality of life, and to help clinicians provide effective services to their clients.
Whether the goal is elite sport performance, a continued dedication to active living, drug-free treatment and relief, or rehabilitation and injury prevention, the KineMedics team is here to help.

OTTAWA STAFF

Patrick Brookes

Director, Orthopedic and Retail Services; Senior Bracing and Orthotic Clinician
Email Address: pat@kinemedics.com
Phone Number: (613) 686-4555

Patrick has worked in orthopedic bracing and rehabilitation since 2000. His experience includes patient consultation and extensive work with athletes at all levels of competition, including the Ottawa Senators and Ottawa Renegades.

Creds: Patrick received his BSc. in Human Kinetics from the University of Ottawa, focusing on human anatomy and biomechanics.

David Marchand-Smith, C. Ped (C)

Senior Orthopedic Sales and Technical Consultant
Email Address: david@kinemedics.com
Phone Number: (613) 686-4560

David is a life-long multisport athlete with a strong background in alpine skiing and several cycling disciplines. His keen interest in biomechanics, ergonomics and occupational health led him to a career in orthopedic consulting and sales since 2008. He performs consultations for both custom and off-the-shelf bracing.

Creds: David earned a BSc. in Human Kinetics from the University of Ottawa

Anne Laplante

Orthopedic Sales and Technical Consultant
Email Address: anne@kinemedics.com
Phone Number: (613) 686-4557

Anne is an avid cyclist with a background in coaching. She obtained her BSc. in Human Kinetics in 2014 from the university of Ottawa and has developed a particular interest in biomechanics. Anne does both off-the-shelf and custom brace fitting consultations.

Alexane Bergevin

Orthopedic Sales and Technical Consultant
Email Address: alexane@kinemedics.com
Phone Number: (613) 686-4557

Alexane completed her undergrad in Human Kinetics in 2016 from the University of Ottawa. She has always had a strong interest in biomechanics and has since then specialized her craft to the lower limb. Alexane is now completing the Pedorthic program at the University of Western Ontario to become a C. Ped (C).

Mark Simonson

President & Chief Operating Officer
Email Address: mark@kinemedics.com
Phone Number: (613) 686-4457

Mark founded KineMedics in 1997 with the goal of becoming a valued partner to the medical and sports communities of Ottawa by providing a resource for adjunctive therapeutic products, in-depth patient assessment and education. He has committed his career and his company to providing innovative health solutions for those wanting to lead an active lifestyle.

Creds: He has spearheaded several sport safety initiatives with the Canadian Academy of Sport and Exercise Medicine, Sport Physiotherapy Canada and the Canadian Athletic Therapy Association. Mark currently sits on the executive of the Safe Soccer Committee for Think First Canada, a not-for profit organization that raises awareness for spinal cord and brain injuries.
Along with The Zahab Brothers, Ray and John, Mark founded Terra Fitness in 2008 – a social and environmentally responsible venture providing fitness products on a sustainable model. He received his BSc. in Kinesiology from the University of Ottawa, with an interest in biomechanics, human factors and sports injuries.

Mike Brookes

Warehouse & Purchasing Manager
Email Address: mike@kinemedics.com
Phone Number: (613) 686-4554

Since graduating from the University of New Brunswick in 2001, Mike has worked at KineMedics as a shipper/receiver, where he has reorganized the warehouse, enabling operations to run smoothly and to help accommodate growth. Today he oversees KineMedics’ inventory management and purchasing.

Creds: Mike attended the University of New Brunswick in the Bachelor of Arts program.

CALGARY STAFF

Matthew De Goijer, CAT(C)

Athletic Therapist and Orthopaedic Bracing
Email Address: matthew@kinemedics.com
Phone Number: (403) 456-2119

Matthew grew up on a farm in Kelliher, Saskatchewan. After high school, Matthew completed his undergrad degree in Kinesiology from the University of Regina. He completed the athletic therapy program at Mount Royal University and became certified with the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association in 2014. Matthew has spent time working with varsity teams from both the U of R and Mount Royal. Currently Matthew spends time working with hockey and lacrosse teams in the Calgary area.

Creds: BKIN from University of Regina, CAT(C) from Mount Royal University