Staff

Suman Auluck
Physiotherapist

Suman Auluck is the clinical director and leading physiotherapist at Prana Physiotherapy. Bachelor’s of Physiotherapy (passed with first class) from Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna University, Srinagar, Uttrakhand, India in 2007. She has attended numerous courses on manual therapy in both India (Capri Institute of Manual therapy) and North America (North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy). She is an expert in dry needling (IMS) and also uses innovative pain reduction techniques in her clinical practice.

Suman had worked full-time at Faculty of Medicine, Centre for Hip Health and Mobility, UBC and Arthritis Research Centre. She has worked in leading multi-specialty hospital at Christian Medical College and Hospital in Ludhiana and Jubin Spastic Home and Charitable Trust, India. Suman got her licensure in Canada and has been practicing successfully in many clinics in Vancouver and Surrey. She is happily married, has a son and loves to spend time out in nature while walking, cycling and enjoy listening to music. She is a natural leader, well organized and diligent in her work.

Palak Patel
Physiotherapist

Palak Patel is a registered physiotherapist who is passionate about helping people overcome pain and injury to find joy in movement and maintain an active life. Palak received her bachelor’s degree from Sardar Patel university in India. She moved to Canada in 2017 and has been working as a registered therapist since 2022. She has 5 years of experience from India and Canada in orthopaedic physical therapy treating patients with acute and chronic pain, overuse and sports-related injuries, and post-surgery. She is also certified in vestibular rehabilitation, concussion and dry needling.

She believes in bridging the gap between traditional rehab and the ability to move and perform optimally, as well as empowering and coaching her patients to work towards goals that are most important to them.

In her free time, Palak enjoys spending time with her kid and trying new restaurants with her friends and family. She also enjoys taking weekend trips with her family

Simranjit Kaur
Physiotherapist

Coming Soon…

Sivakumar Chinnakonda Harigovindan
Physiotherapist

Siva graduated with his Bachelor’s Degree in physiotherapy from the Tamilnadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University in Chennai, India in 1999 and completed his Masters in Sports Physiotherapy at Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, India in 2002. He has worked in private practice and multi-specialty hospital settings and private physiotherapy schools in India for 15 plus years providing him with valuable experience in multiple areas of practice. Before joining the team at Prana Physiotherapy, he worked at CBI Fleetwood Surrey Center for 1.5 years and Vital Life Physiotherapy Clinic Coquitlam for 5 years treating private, ICBC, MSP and WorkSafeBC clients and has helped subjects to be pain free and help resume their work and or recreational activities.

Siva is a member and in good standing with the Physiotherapy Association of BC (PABC) and is committed to enriching his professional knowledge through education. He completed (2019) his diploma in dry needling from the Functional Dry Needling Institute of UK; his Level 1 in Fascial Manipulation with the Registered Therapists of Fascial Manipulation®; his level 1 and 2 in Vestibular rehabilitation with Mr. Bernard Tonks; and his level 1 in Functional Biomechanics with Dr. Jay Grossman.

Siva has worked in various provinces in North India namely Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Gujarat and Karnataka, and as such, he is fluent in communicating in various Indian languages such as Tamil, English, Hindi, Saurashtra, Malayalam,Gujarati and Punjabi. His area of expertise appears to be performing in detail the musculoskeletal assessment to understand the causative nature of the problem and decide the appropriate treatment tool to address the symptoms. He treats his patients with empathy, dignity and respect, and encourages a return to activity through therapeutic modalities, dry needling/IMS, therapeutic exercise and education. In his spare time, he reads Hindu scriptures, visits temples and enjoys spending time with his wife and kids.

Mini Duvvala, RPT
Physiotherapist

Mini Duvvala is a licensed physical therapist in British Columbia. Having completed her graduation from India in 2005. She has over 12 years of experience in both clinical and hospital settings. She is efficient in understanding the needs of diverse communities and puts into practice the basic measures of injury prevention and health promotion. Mini has participated in sports like volleyball, running high jump, etc in schooling and has won championships twice in school sports for competing in every sport. And has personal experience of what sports injuries would be like. Mini has been treating patients with sports injuries, motor vehicle accidents, work-related injuries and joint or muscle pain and dysfunction. She has a strong background in helping patients to reach maximum physical, emotional and functional capacity to improve their quality of life. She loves to spend time out in nature.

Manpreet Walia, RPT
Physiotherapist

Manpreet Walia completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy in 2011 from Punjabi University Patiala, India and completed her Master’s from the same university in musculoskeletal physiotherapy. She began practicing as a physiotherapist after her graduation. She presented her post graduation research paper about back issues after pregnancy in an international conference on women and development in 2014. Manpreet finds her profession very fulfilling as it gives her a chance to serve society.

Manpreet believes that the skill of effective history-taking and assessment is the key to design an effective treatment program for the patient and educating him about the problem. Corrective exercises are crucial component to achieving treatment goals. In her free time, Manpreet enjoys nature, music and spending time with her family.

Dr. Randheer Khehra
Chiropractor

Vancouver-born Dr. Randheer Khehra brings a wealth of experience to his chiropractic practice having treated patients for over 15 years. Dr. Khehra graduated from the University of British Columbia, and completed his Chiropractic doctorate and training at Palmer West Chiropractic College in California, USA.  His interest in chiropractic began after he was involved in a motor vehicle accident as a teenager and found that his injuries responded well to chiropractic care.

Dr. Khehra’s philosophy on chiropractic care is a whole-body wellness approach. Through thorough assessments and necessary treatments, he makes efforts to identify the cause of the pain and not just treat the symptoms. He educates his patients on exercise and nutrition so that they can make informed decisions about their health.

He strives to provide his clients with the best in Chiropractic care and treats a variety of conditions including neck/back pain, sports injuries, motor vehicle accidents and general maintenance.

In his free time, Dr. Khehra enjoys playing basketball, coaching ball hockey, travelling and spending time with his wife and two children.

Xio-Cheng Li (Dante)
Massage Therapist

Xio-Cheng Li (Dante) is an experienced and registered massage therapist registered with CMTBC. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree and has strong understanding in human anatomy and kinesiology. Being an engineer with high standards and precision in the past, he treats every patient accurately and effectively. His approaches to massage therapy are mainly therapeutic, involving Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Release and Joint Mobilization Techniques. In addition, Dante has also done much research and study in Manual Osteopathy. He is fluent in both English and Mandarin.

Ridam Ahuja, RMT
Massage Therapist

Ridam moved to Canada from India in 2017 to study at WCCMT to become a Registered Massage Therapist. She is a passionate and outgoing person, who enjoys spending her time playing sports and reading books. She enjoys an active and healthy lifestyle. Her interest in therapy started when she was young when she saw how many people relied on medicines to reduce pain, she was inspired to learn more about therapeutic rehabilitation.

In her massage therapy program, Ridam has gained deep knowledge and experience in different neurological, orthopedic, and chronic conditions. Working on people with different bodies, shapes, colors, and sizes she understood that all bodies are different, and every person should be treated according to the needs of their body. She feels satisfied in helping people overcome their pain and functional limitations and to better educating them on how to improve their physical wellbeing.

Lili Chen
Massage Therapist

Lili graduated from the Protege School of Massage Therapy and is registered with the College of Massage Therapists of British Columbia. She practices with a variety of techniques like swedish and deep tissue massage, myofascial release, trigger point release, and joint play. Her approach to treatment is a balance of both clinical and relaxation-based techniques to produce positive change in her patient’s body and life. Throughout her practice, she has been fortunate to work with a variety of patients, all of which have made her sensitive to the individual needs of her patients. She believes Massage Therapy is a holistic healthcare practice that treats a person’s mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual health; leading to an overall sense of well-being. She looks forward to meeting with you to provide a comprehensive range of care.

Simon Le
Kinesiologist

Simon Le is a dedicated kinesiologist whose career was sparked by his transformative recovery journey following a car accident in 2018. This experience inspired him to pursue a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology, which he earned in 2021 from the University of the Fraser Valley. Simon specializes in functional fitness, helping clients improve their daily lives through personalized, evidence-based exercise programs.

Passionate about empowering others on their path to recovery and well-being, Simon integrates his love for fitness into his practice, making rehabilitation an engaging and life-enhancing experience. He views every client interaction as an opportunity to make a positive impact, guiding them toward a healthier and more active lifestyle. Simon is also committed to continual learning, ensuring that he remains up-to-date with the latest advancements in kinesiology to provide the best possible care.

Prabhjot Chandel
Kinesiologist

Prabhjot graduated from Langara College in 2020 and a Bachelor of Physiotherapy in 2018 from Lyallpur Khalsa College Jalandhar. She believes that active rehabilitation will help you to be proactive with your approach to injury management.

Prabhjot implements a progressive series of exercises based on your goals and needs. Her treatment plans are designed to activate weak muscles, re-pattern motor control, reduce symptomatic pain and restore your confidence in your ability to move freely. During her free time, Prabh can be found working out at the gym and spending time with her family and friends.

Vaibhav Soni
Kinesiologist

Vaibhav began practicing as a Kinesiologist in 2020 with a passion for human movement and a dedication to helping individuals achieve their physical potential. He uses an evidence-based approach to help his patients improve their strength and regain their function through personalized exercise programs. Vaibhav has vast experience in working with people of all ages and various conditions and specializes in ICBC and WCB cases. He strives to collaborate withhis patients to create realistic goals in a safe and positive environment to optimize their rehabilitation journey. Vaibhav is fluent in English, Hindi, and Punjabi.

Bableen Parmar 
Kinesiologist

Bableen Parmar is a Registered Kinesiologist with a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from the University of British Columbia (UBC), specializing in neuromechanical and physiological sciences. Her expertise in biomechanics, motor control, and exercise physiology allows her to design personalized exercise programs that promote recovery and overall wellness.

In her work with ICBC patients, Bableen develops individualized plans focused on relieving pain, restoring mobility, and enhancing quality of life. She takes a patient-centered approach, ensuring that each individual’s unique needs are met with targeted care.

Having played basketball and field hockey and serving as a basketball coach, Bableen’s own sports history inspires her passion for injury recovery. She understands firsthand the challenges of overcoming injury and is dedicated to helping others regain strength and mobility through exercise.

Outside of her professional work, Bableen enjoys skateboarding, playing basketball, hiking, and reading. 

She is passionate about using exercise as a tool for recovery and is enthusiastic about supporting her patients on their path to improved health.

Qiao Ling He (Elinor)
Acupuncturist

Elinor He is a licensed TCM Practitioner. She received her license of acupuncture in 2019. Before becoming an acupuncturist, she got her Bachelor of Clinical Medicine and Master of Microbiology in China. She loves to help people by using needles because acupuncture is like “set up a pole and see its shadow.”

Ying Huang (Anna)
Acupuncturist

Ying （Anna）Huang, Registered Acupuncturist（R.Ac）,Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner （R.TCM.P ）in CCHPBC, Canada

Dr. Ajit Auluck
Clinic Director and Manager

Dr. Ajit Auluck, obtained his Ph.D. from University of British Columbia. He was a fellow at McGill University and post-doctoral research fellow at Simon Fraser University, Department of biomedical physiology and Kinesiology. Dr. Auluck worked at BC Cancer Research Centre and has extensive knowledge of public and population health, health policies, telehealth and health education. At Prana Physiotherapy, he is using his vast experience and skills to set up systems, procedures and protocols for the benefit of clients.