Ali is a Certified Athletic Therapist (CAT(C)) through the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association (CATA) and the Athletic Therapists Association of BC (ATABC) and Clinical Exercise Physiologist through The Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP-CEP).

Athletic Therapy is a 4 year Bachelor Degree followed by final certifying board exams. Athletic Therapy is specifically focused on the assessment and treatment of orthopedic injuries – the musculoskeletal system – which includes bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles, fascia.
Physiotherapy is a 2 year Master’s degree with a wider scope of practice which includes orthopedics, cardio-respiratory rehab, pediatrics, geriatrics, stroke rehab, and neurological disorders. Usually physiotherapists will take continuing education to expand on an area of interest once graduated.

While they are two distinct professional designations with a different scope of practice, a lot of time treatment outcomes and techniques are similar.

Like going to any health service (i.e dental, massage), it is important to first check your health benefits policy. There are thousands of plans and we can’t know them all, so it is your responsibility to know what your individual plan includes.

Certified Athletic Therapy often has its own category or is sometimes included under Physiotherapy. If you are unsure, the best thing to do is call your plan’s provider.

Here is the information they will ask for:

Alanna (Ali) Boudewyn
CAT(C)
Certified Athletic Therapist via the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association and the Athletic Therapists Association of BC.
Registration or Practitioner #: 24899

*FUN FACT! The neat thing is, if you have Athletic Therapy coverage, you can claim your personal training at Meraki!

No, Athletic Therapy is not MSP eligible.

Yes, we take cases organized through law firms. Terms of service apply. Please contact us for further information.

Unfortunately, BC is one of the only provinces that does not provide the option of direct billing for Athletic Therapy. We’re working on changing this!

Following payment, you will be emailed a detailed receipt outfitted for making a claim.

No, you do not need a doctor’s referral, however, some health plans require a doctor’s note to accompany your claim. Please consult your individual benefits plan to ensure you follow their specific protocols.

The best place to park is if you see the big Westridge Landing sign on Wale Road, turn off Wale Road to go in behind the Holiday Inn Express. Here you will find free parking for the hotel, 328 Tap House and Coastal Offices. Meraki WS is located inside the Coastal Offices main entrance nestled in the corner to the right of 328 Tap House.

You will be emailed an Intake Form. Please fill this out to the best of your ability.

If you are an ICBC claim, you must attend with:

• A claim number.
• A doctors referral for Athletic Therapy or Exercise Rehabilitation.