“A CHT is an occupational therapist or physiotherapist who has a minimum of three years of clinical experience, including 4,000 hours or more in direct practice in hand therapy. In addition, the CHT has successfully passed a comprehensive test of advanced clinical skills and theory in upper-quarter rehabilitation. Every CHT is required to demonstrate continued professional development and competency by recertifying every five years.” (Source: Hand Therapy Certification Commission)
At Group23 Sports Medicine, we are proud to have one of the first physiotherapists in Alberta to achieve a CHT designation. Remarkably, we are the only outpatient clinic in Calgary with two practicing CHTs. Additionally, we have two other physiotherapists specializing in hands and wrists who are working towards their CHT certification. With only a few CHTs in private clinics across the province, our clinic stands out for having such concentrated expertise under one roof.
We Offer Tailored, Patient-Centric Plans to Help Individuals Rise Above Their Injuries
Stacey, Keri-Ann, Mark, and Stephen are experts in hand and wrist therapy. They are dedicated to providing the best care and physiotherapy services to help you return to an active lifestyle. Contact us, and our specialists will be happy to support you.
Physiotherapy Lead/Certified Hand Therapist
BscPT, CHT
**Oct 15/25: Stacey Will is currently offline for patient bookings for the next few months due to her leadership role as Team Lead at Group23. She has been actively mentoring the other Hand Therapists at Group23 for several years. If you’ve been referred specifically to Stacey, please feel confident booking with any of our other skilled Hand Therapists. Stacey remains fully available to support them as needed. If you are a recent patient of Stacey’s, please call our clinic to rebook—we’ll ensure your care continues seamlessly.
Stacey holds a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy with Distinction from the University of Alberta (1993). After a few years of general orthopedic practice, she became more interested in hands and their complex healing pattern and so joined the Foothills Hospital Hand Clinic team. She obtained her designation as a Certified Hand Therapist in 1998 and was the second therapist in Calgary to do so. Stacey is still one of very few CHTs in private practice in Alberta and her practice is focused on treating only injuries to the wrist and hand. She sees all types of patients including athletic injuries, arthritis management, post-trauma, and repetitive strain injury. Stacey’s treatment plan may include splinting when appropriate (custom or off the shelf), and patient education and a home program are always the foundation of care.
Stacey is an active mentor to physiotherapists wanting to learn more about treating hands and has set up the Hand Therapy team here at Group23. She is also a resource of other therapists in the Calgary area and enjoys teaching. She has worked closely with many Calgary hand surgeons over the years and networks with other health professionals when necessary to provide the best care possible for each client.
Stacey is a native Calgarian and bilingual graduate of Western Canada High School. Her former competitive hockey player and figure skater are now flown from the nest, so she is transitioning from her life of being a busy rink mom!
Physiotherapist
Physiotherapist
BScKin, MScPT, FCAMPT, CMAP
A native of central Alberta, Mark graduated from the University of Calgary with an undergraduate in Kinesiology. After working as a kinesiologist for several years, Mark attended McMaster University and attained a Masters in Physiotherapy in 2003. Since graduating, Mark has completed his Certificate in Medical Acupuncture from the University of Alberta in 2005, his Advanced Diploma in Manual and Manipulative Therapy through the Canadian Physiotherapy Association in 2010, and he completed the Certified Hand Therapist designation in 2025. In addition to that Mark has completed post graduate courses in Musculoskeletal Diagnostic Imaging, Conservative Management for Whiplash Associated Disorder, Evidence Based Practice in Manual Therapy, and Vestibular Rehabilitation. He is registered with the College of Physical Therapists of Alberta (CPTA) and is on the spinal manipulation, diagnostic imaging, and dry needling rosters.
Mark is involved in educating other physiotherapists through both individual mentorship as well as formaleducation as a credentialled instructor with the Orthopaedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association.
Mark’s primary focus at this time is helping patients manage their upper extremity or spine related conditions. Mark also has extensive experience working along sideorthopaedic surgeons, physiatrists, sports medicine physicians, and family physicians assisting in developing conservative treatment plans and the use of advanced medical imaging or diagnostic and treatment injection procedures. He also enjoys treating musicians, and recreational and competitive athletes to help them achieve their highest level of function.
When Mark is not at work, he enjoys spending time with his family, playing guitar, or spending time in the backcountry.
Physiotherapist
MScPT, MSc, BKin
Physiotherapist
BSc, MScPT, CGIMS
Physiotherapist
MScPT
Claire graduated with a Masters of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Alberta in Edmonton in 2020.
Much of Claire’s passion for, and interest in, the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation came from her own personal journey as an athlete in sport. She played soccer at a high level throughout her junior high and high school years and then went on to play CIS university level soccer as well. During those years she was inspired by the difference that a number of physiotherapists and athletic therapists made in her own life, both personally and from a rehabilitation perspective, and this encouraged her to ultimately pursue her own career in Physiotherapy.
Claire is passionate about partnering with and motivating people to reach their highest potential, regardless of age, current activity level or ability. She wants to empower you to move better and feel stronger in your every day life and help you achieve your goals; whether that be returning to play as an athlete or someone looking to get back to their activities of daily living. Claire likes to incorporate education, manual therapy techniques and strength and conditioning principles into her practice in order to treat a variety of different injuries and conditions.
In her free time, Claire can be found spending time with her family and friends. She loves the outdoors and specifically enjoys road biking, running and walking her dog.
