Wesley’s achievements and awards
Education
Master of Science (MSc) in Physiotherapy, University of Toronto. 2016
Master of Science (MSc) in Molecular Genetics, University of Toronto. 2014
Bachelor of Medical Science (BMSc) Honours Specialization in Physiology, Western University. 2012
Post-graduate education and certifications
Diploma of Advanced Orthopaedic Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy: Level 3 Lower. 2023
University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies: Writing Breakout Fiction. 2021
University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies: Creative Writing Introduction. 2020
Diploma of Advanced Orthopaedic Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy: Level 3 Upper. 2020
McMaster Advanced Neurofunctional Sports Performance Acupuncture Practitioner. 2019
Diploma of Advanced Orthopaedic Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy: Level 2 Lower. 2019
Simply Splinting: Introduction to hand splinting. 2019
Diploma of Advanced Orthopaedic Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy: Level 2 Upper. 2018
Introduction to Wound Care Management for Physiotherapists. 2018
McMaster Contemporary Medical Acupuncture. 2017
E.P.I.C Lift Capacity Certified Evaluator. 2017
CBI Functional Capacity (Abilities) Evaluation Certification. 2017
CBI Concussion Management Certification. 2017
Diploma of Advanced Orthopaedic Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy: Level 1. 2016
BSN Level 1 Neuro-Proprioceptive Taping. 2016
Soft Tissue Release Techniques. 2016
Awards
First place – OPA’s InterACTION 2017 Conference Poster Presentation Competition. 2017
Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, University Health Network Patient Quality of Life Award. 2016
Scientific Research Publications
Lai W, Buttineau M, Harvey JK, et al. (2017). Clinical and psychosocial predictors of exceeding target length of stay during inpatient stroke rehabilitation. Top Stroke Rehabil, 24(7), 510-516.
Djuric U, Cheung AY, Zhang W, Mok RS, Lai W, et al. (2015). MECP2e1 isoform mutation affects the form and function of neurons derived from rett syndrome patient iPS cells. Neurobiology of Disease, 76, 37-45.
Penuela S, Lohman AW, Lai W, et al. (2014). Diverse post-translational modifications of the pannexin family of channel-forming proteins. Channels (Austin, Tex.), 8(2)