Chiropractic Care

Dr. Puneet Brar

Dr. Puneet Brar was born and raised in Calgary, Alberta. She graduated from Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto after completing her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Saskatchewan. Growing up playing soccer and various other sports, it only felt natural to pursue a career in chiropractic. Dr. Brar enjoys all things health and wellness, and you will find her continuously trying to better her mind and body through nutrition, fitness, and lifestyle, and she will empower all her patients to do the same. Dr. Brar made the move to the beautiful Okanagan, drawn by its breathtaking views and the healthy, active lifestyle it offers. She embraces the opportunity to live in such a naturally inspiring environment, which fuels her passion for promoting holistic health and wellness.

With years of experience in Calgary, Dr. Brar is eager to share her expertise and knowledge with her patients in the Okanagan. She values building long-lasting relationships and takes pride in helping her patients achieve their health and wellness goals with a personalized approach. Her approach involves a variety of chiropractic techniques, including manual adjustments, drop table, spinal decompression, and instrument-assisted techniques. Her treatments also involve rehabilitation exercises, gait analysis/orthotics, myofascial release, shockwave therapy, K-tape, as well as athletic taping. Dr. Brar is certified in medical acupuncture/dry needling, and while current B.C. scope of practice does not permit her to offer this service at the moment, she hopes to be able to provide it in the future. Dr. Brar has a special interest in perinatal and pediatric patients and strives to keep the entire family healthy no matter what stage of life they may be at.

In her spare time, you will find her running, at the gym or spending time with her family and friends.

Dr. Rob Mutch

Rob grew up in Creston, British Columbia. He completed his Bachelors Degree in Kinesiology at the University of Lethbridge in 1997. His time at the U of L was split with studies and sport, academically attaining the “Dean’s List” standing while competing on both the University Track and Field Team and the University Cross-Country Team. For his efforts he was recognized as a CIAU Academic All-Canadian. Rob then attended the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC) located in Toronto Ontario and graduated in 2001 with Clinical Honours.
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Professionally Dr. Mutch has completed additional training since graduation in Acupuncture and in a number of hands on and tool assisted Active Myofascial Release Techniques. These skills have allowed him to excel in the treatment of soft tissue injuries and established a name as a respected and sought after Kelowna chiropractor. Dr. Mutch focuses his treatment to hands on manual therapy and often works in conjunction with other health care practitioners. It is his goal to surround himself with the most proficient practitioners in their respective fields to provide the highest quality of patient centered care. Okanagan Health and Performance (OHP), is a Multi-Disciplinary Health Center that shares this goal and is continually evolving to better serve the Okanagan. As a Kelowna chiropractor, Dr. Mutch’s practice focus is on Family Chiropractic and Performance Care with a special focus on sports injuries and repetitive strain injuries (RSI). He has experience working with the highest levels of athletes in Canada, with patients competing in the Summer and Winter games, Ironman, and professional hockey.
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Growing up in the Kootenays Rob always knew he would make his way back to BC. The beauty of the valley, access to outdoor activities and growth of this area just made Kelowna a natural fit. Living a very active lifestyle has always been a part of life for him, currently he finds time to participate in water skiing, snow skiing, golf, and hockey or can be found at the gym practicing what he preaches. Dr. Mutch plans on contributing to the community for many years to come and is very happy to call Kelowna home.

Dr. Mandy Downie

Dr. Downie believes that achieving the best results for her patients involves establishing a partnership where the doctor and patient work together to reach successful outcomes. Prior to returning to her home town in Kelowna, Dr. Downie owned a successful multidisciplinary clinic in the North Okanagan, where she was well known in the community for her excellence in paediatric and pregnancy care.

Dr. Downie takes an individualized approach to patient care and utilizes a wide range of adjusting and soft tissue techniques depending on patient preferences and needs. She is certified by the Academy Counsel of Chiropractic Pediatrics (CACCP) and her training with the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association has provided her the background to take excellent care of children and infants. Helping children to achieve their full potential is a special area of interest and expertise. From chronic repetitive injuries to weekend warrior mishaps, Dr. Downie’s training with the Prague School to Athletic Development allows her to empower patients by providing them with the best possible spinal rehabilitation exercises to speed their recovery and decrease pain.

Dr. Downie completed her undergraduate degree in Kinesiology with distinction from the University of Victoria. She graduated with her Doctorate degree from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in June, 2011 with clinical honours and Dean’s List for her academic achievements and practical expertise. While working in the North Okanagan, Dr. Downie was also a professor of neuroanatomy at the Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy and continues to lecture occasionally. Dr. Downie enjoys leading an active life-style in the four-season playground that the Okanagan has to offer and is proud to be working alongside her chiropractic mentors as a member of the OHP team.