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Our team

The people behind your care.

Our practitioners bring chiropractic, massage therapy, acupuncture and nutritional counselling together under one roof in Ottawa.

Practitioners

  • Dr. Leo Lachowich, Chiropractor at Merivale Clinic in Ottawa

    Dr. Leo Lachowich

    Chiropractor · D.C.

    Chiropractic care, Shockwave therapy, Custom orthotics, CoreScore assessment

  • Dr. Tatyana S. Lachowich, Chiropractor at Merivale Clinic in Ottawa

    Dr. Tatyana S. Lachowich

    Chiropractor · D.C., B.Sc. (Hons)

    Chiropractic care, Acupuncture, Shockwave therapy, Custom orthotics, CoreScore assessment

  • Lywei Huang, Registered Massage Therapist at Merivale Clinic in Ottawa

    Lywei Huang

    Registered Massage Therapist · RMT

    Massage therapy, Acupuncture

  • Wensley Jouissance, Registered Massage Therapist at Merivale Clinic in Ottawa

    Wensley Jouissance

    Registered Massage Therapist · RMT

    Massage therapy

  • Simran Singh, Registered Nutritional Counselling Practitioner at Merivale Clinic in Ottawa

    Simran Singh

    Registered Nutritional Counselling Practitioner · RNCP

Our front desk

The first people you will meet when you walk in. They handle scheduling, insurance questions, and make sure your visit runs smoothly.

  • Shae Hoppin, Front Desk at Merivale Clinic

    Shae Hoppin

    Front Desk

  • Kayla Leblanc

    Front Desk

Dr. Leo Lachowich

Chiropractor · D.C.

Chiropractic care, Shockwave therapy, Custom orthotics, CoreScore assessment

"For years I suffered with headaches and was told that in many cases this is a temporary condition," explains Dr. Leo Lachowich. "I heard testimonials on the radio how Dr. Johnson, a chiropractor, helped people with headaches and so I decided to see a chiropractor.

"It was a miracle. I'll never forget that first adjustment. It was as if a huge weight was suddenly lifted from my shoulders. That's when I decided I wanted to be a chiropractor."

Dr. Leo Lachowich began his pre-chiropractic education at the University of Ottawa, where he studied the basic sciences such as inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, and biology, along with basic physiology and anatomy courses.

After completing his studies there, he was accepted to Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto. During his four years at CMCC, courses included biochemistry, a major emphasis on anatomy and human physiology, x-ray, diagnosis, chiropractic adjusting techniques, and patient care in the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic Public Clinic. Dr. Lachowich returned to the Ottawa area to establish his practice after graduating in 1980.

"We love to see a patient's first experience," Dr. Lachowich said. "I still remember the wonderful feeling I had when I went to the chiropractor for the first time. It's my prerogative to create a wonderful experience for our patients. We explain everything in advance, answer questions and attempt to over-communicate. Patients appreciate that."

Dr. Leo Lachowich and his wife Maria have one child, Tatyana, who also graduated from the University of Ottawa and the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College, and who now practices alongside her father.

Dr. Tatyana S. Lachowich

Chiropractor · D.C., B.Sc. (Hons)

Chiropractic care, Acupuncture, Shockwave therapy, Custom orthotics, CoreScore assessment

Dr. Tatyana S. Lachowich is a board-certified chiropractor in the province of Ontario with a special interest in working with families. She is a member of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association, provides acupuncture, cupping, gua sha and orthotics as adjunctive therapies, and is a traditionally trained yoga teacher. Dr. Tatyana is the founder of Urban Panda Health and Wellness, a company created to help decrease chemical, physical and emotional stressors in the lives of families through health seminars, yoga classes and stress reduction workshops.

Dr. Tatyana S. Lachowich graduated Cum Laude from the University of Ottawa in 2005 with a Bachelor of Science Honours degree with a focus in Human Kinetics. She then went on to complete her Doctor of Chiropractic degree at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College. Before graduating with her doctorate in 2009 she was awarded two clinical internships at Anishnawbe Health Center and South Riverdale Community Health Center in Toronto.

Dr. Tatyana S. Lachowich has a very personal reason for deciding to dedicate her life to helping families through chiropractic care. After a traumatic birth, she would not sleep, cried constantly and refused any source of nourishment. Like in many births, forceps and suction were used to help in the delivery process. This caused trauma to her neck and head. Desperate for a way to help Tatyana, her mother took her to a chiropractor. It was on this visit that tight muscles and a blocked cervical joint were located in her neck. It was after a chiropractic adjustment that she was able to latch and sleep through the night.

Dr. Tatyana S. Lachowich offers a wide range of treatment styles including Diversified, Koren Specific Technique, Thompson, cupping, muscle release therapy and instrument-assisted soft tissue treatment. She is also certified in Webster's technique, is licensed to perform acupuncture and can dispense custom-made orthotics.

As a two-time GTO award recipient, Dr. Tatyana S. Lachowich is passionate about giving back to the community. She is often asked to lecture at corporate and group wellness events and summits on topics including ergonomics, preventing injuries, proper motor development for children, peri- and postnatal wellness, and tips to improve overall health.

After spending many years teaching cycling and spinning to athletes as well as training as a competitive swimmer and Ironman, Dr. Tatyana S. Lachowich has taken a step back to focus on her practice and family. She spends her time hiking, biking and enjoying the great outdoors with her son, husband and dog.

Lywei Huang

Registered Massage Therapist · RMT

Massage therapy, Acupuncture

Lywei Huang is a Registered Massage Therapist who graduated with honours from triOS College. His focus in treatment is on identifying the biomechanical, neuromuscular, and movement-based contributors to pain and dysfunction. These are viewed within a holistic framework with the goal to return patients to activities of daily living.

Lywei treats a broad range of musculoskeletal conditions using individualized, patient-centered care plans. His treatments seamlessly integrate therapeutic massage, myofascial release, and trigger point therapy with corrective exercise and contemporary acupuncture. Within his practice, acupuncture is applied through a modern clinical framework to regulate neuromuscular pain, accelerate tissue recovery, and support functional rehabilitation.

Driven by a strong commitment to interdisciplinary care, Lywei works collaboratively with chiropractors and the broader rehabilitation team to ensure his treatments complement each patient's overall recovery plan and long-term functional goals.

Wensley Jouissance

Registered Massage Therapist · RMT

Massage therapy

Wensley has been a massage therapist and an orthotherapist for the past 7 years in Quebec. He has been officially an RMT since December 2025 in Ontario. He studied at Algonquin College and graduated in May 2025. Wensley guides his practice through evidence-based massage and attention to detail. Whether it be knots, injuries, or chronic pain, he strives to assess, manage, inform, and educate patients.

Come by to receive a therapeutic massage for stubborn tension. Passive stretching and specific neuromuscular facilitation can be included as well. Enjoy add-ons such as silicone cupping. He also offers lymphatic drainage for local or general swelling. Scar tissue massage and prenatal massage are services he offers as well.

When he is not working with patients, Wensley is working on his one-arm pull-up techniques and upper-body strength. He also enjoys skateboarding, ice skating, rollerblading, and cycling. If it's not a day for physical activities, drawing digital paintings and going to anime and comic conventions are things he looks forward to.

Simran Singh

Registered Nutritional Counselling Practitioner · RNCP

Simran is a Registered Nutritional Counselling Practitioner who is passionate about helping people feel better through realistic and sustainable nutrition habits. She believes healthy eating should feel approachable and manageable, not restrictive or confusing.

She has a background in Nutrition and Dietetics, along with further studies in Food and Nutrition Management. Simran also worked as a Dietitian in a hospital in India, where she supported patients with a variety of health concerns and saw firsthand how much nutrition can impact overall health and recovery.

Her approach combines evidence-based nutrition with a holistic view of wellness, with a strong focus on gut health, balanced eating, and building habits that actually fit into everyday life. Rather than focusing on strict diets or quick fixes, Simran works with clients to create simple, practical changes that support long-term wellbeing.

She aims to make nutrition easy to understand and personalized to each individual's lifestyle, goals, and needs. Whether someone is looking to improve digestion, increase energy, manage weight, or simply feel healthier overall, Simran provides supportive guidance in a way that feels realistic and encouraging.

Common questions

What qualifications do the practitioners have?
Our team includes licensed chiropractors (D.C.), registered massage therapists (RMT), and a certified acupuncturist. Each practitioner holds relevant professional credentials and maintains ongoing education.
Can I choose which practitioner I see?
Yes. You can select your preferred practitioner when booking online or by phone. If you are unsure, the front desk can help match you based on your concern.