Our Team

Dr. Ahyoung Eunice Chang

Dr. Ahyoung Chang

Chiropractic Doctor, Clinic Director

Dr. Ahyoung Chang is a Chiropractic Doctor and Clinic Director of Central Chiropractic & Wellness. Dr. Chang obtained her Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry from Simon Fraser University. She later graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic in San Jose, California. Dr. Chang holds both the United States and Canada licensures. Dr. Chang enjoys treating a wide variety of musculoskeletal conditions: from individual motor vehicle injury to pediatric patients. Her treatments combine soft tissue therapy, joint mobilization or manipulation and exercise. She is trained in Active Release Technique (Upper Extremity and Lower Extremity), Cox Flexion-Distraction technique, and Webster technique. Dr. Chang’s goal is to help patients to return to their daily activities quickly and pain-free.
Dr. Karamjit Gill - Chiropractic Doctor

Dr. Karamjit Gill

Chiropractic Doctor

Dr. Karamjit Gill has recently moved to the Tri-cities area from her native Toronto. Dr. Gill graduated from CMCC with her Doctorate of Chiropractic (D.C). She obtained her Bachelor of Sciences (Honours) from McMaster University with a Minor in Biology, Psychology, and Business. Dr. Gill uses a diversified approach to treating her patients. Her skill set includes joint mobilizations, spinal manipulative therapy, soft tissue therapy, instrument-assisted soft tissue therapy, and rehabilitative exercises. She has experience in treating a broad range of conditions, from muscular to neurological. She has worked with a variety of patients including post-operative repairs and replacements, sports injuries, work injuries, motor vehicle injuries, and repetitive strain injuries. In her spare time, she enjoys exercising, baking, and playing with her two young children and french bulldog.

Dr. Harrison Wagner - Chiropractic Doctor

Dr. Harrison Wagner

Chiropractic Doctor

Dr. Harrison Wagner obtained his undergraduate degree in human kinetics from UBC. He then pursued his doctorate of chiropractic in San Jose, California at Palmer College of Chiropractic.

Dr. Harry’s treatment approach includes soft tissue therapy, joint manipulation, ergonomic advice, stretching, and strengthening to improve the biomechanical function of the body in order to improve the biomechanics of the body.

Dr. Wagner is a certified provider in Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS), Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA), Clinical Neurodynamics (NDT), Neurokinetic Therapy (NKT), Functional Range Conditioning (FRC), as well as pin and stretch therapy and instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization.

Dr. David Ko - Physiotherapist

David Ko

Physiotherapist

David is devoted to helping clients of all ages to get back to their hobbies and activities that they enjoy. Equipped with his education at UBC (Bachelor of Kinesiology and Master of Physical Therapy), he treats each client with individualized exercise programs and empowers his clients by providing up-to-date and evidence -based advice.

David has extensive knowledge in analyzing and treating mobility and muscular deficiencies. He is trained in Functional Movement Screening (FMS) and advanced manual therapy techniques through the orthopaedic division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association. David also provides effective relief in muscular tightness and disfunction through IMS or Dry needling through his training at Acupuncture Canada.

David has a focus on treating a variety of injures including, injury from motor vehicle accidents, work injuries, concussions, general back pain, hand injuries and arthritis. He is constantly expanding his knowledge and is always working towards improving his treatment methods.

When David is not at work he enjoys playing basketball, running, hiking and playing the guitar.

Jiyoung (Katie) Kim - R. TCMP (Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner), R.A.c (Registered Acupuncturist)

Jiyoung (Katie) Kim

R. TCMP (Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner), R.A.c (Registered Acupuncturist)

Jiyoung (Katie) Kim, is a licensed Acupuncturist and Practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine, board certified and registered with the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of British Columbia (CTCMA of BC).
Ms. Kim’s philosophy is to utilize a multi-disciplinary approach to healing to augment and amplify the body’s innate, natural abilities and functions to heal injuries and maintain itself. Her key areas of practice include women’s health, pain management, athletic pain and injury treatment and cosmetic therapies. Her focus is on providing her patients with thorough, individualized, and comprehensive care, treating a variety of specific conditions and symptoms utilizing various techniques and treatment modalities within the scope of acupuncture and TCM. These include: Acupuncture, Electro-Acupuncture, Dry Needling, Knife Needling, Spinal Alignment and Postural Adjustment, Traditional Chinese Acupuncture, Motor Point Acupuncture, Neuro-Anatomical Acupuncture, Auricular Acupuncture, Cupping, Gua Sha, Tui Na, Moxibustion, and herbal medicine. She has been working in the medical profession for several years and has lived in both Seoul, South Korea and the Lower Mainland in British Columbia, Canada.

Kiwan Kim R.A.c(Registered Acupuncturist)

Kiwan Kim

R.A.c (Registered Acupuncturist)

Kiwan is a registered acupuncturist with the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture (CTCMA). Although he obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacology from McGill University, he was always influenced by his father, who is a Korean medicine doctor, to ultimately pursue his career in acupuncture. After completing his diploma in acupuncture from PCU College of Holistic Medicine, he traveled to Korea to learn and gain valuable experience working alongside his father in his clinic.

Kiwan is trained and certified in Joint Energy Techniques (JET), which is a method used to assist in functional movement restoration and pain relief. He also applies a bio-mechanical approach to his practice, allowing him to identify abnormal movement patterns, improve postural alignment, and enhance performance. Kiwan is a member of the Korean Pain Diagnosis Society and is trained in clinical approaches to functional movement disorders in LPHC (Lumbo Pelvic-hip complex) and CSHC (Cervico Scapular Humeral Complex). He is proficient in various acupuncture techniques, including acupressure, Tuina, moxibustion, cupping, and electrical needling. In addition, Kiwan utilizes Chu-na to provide pelvic correction and postural alignment.

Kiwan enjoys an active lifestyle outside of his work, often going for runs on sunny days and playing golf. He also likes to go hiking and take leisurely walks in his free time.

Susan Jung - R. TCMP (Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner), R.A.c (Registered Acupuncturist)

Susan Jung

R. TCMP (Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner), R.A.c (Registered Acupuncturist)

Susan graduated from Simon Fraser University with a Bachelor of Science degree and completed the Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) program, combining acupuncture and herbs, from the International College of Traditional Chinese Medicine of Vancouver. She’s in good standing as a Registered Acupuncturist and Registered TCM Practitioner in CTCMA.

She has been interested in biology since her childhood, and pursued her study in Biology at SFU. While volunteering at long-term care centres, she saw the importance of maintaining one’s own health; this realization directed her into studying TCM. TCM can help people with chronic and complicated diseases from the root of the body. To meet her enthusiasm in TCM, she also attended the clinical study and observation program at Korean Medicine Hospital of Kyung Hee University in Korea.

Susan uses a diverse range of acupuncture techniques which include scalp, ear, cosmetic, and electro-acupuncture. She is also well-versed in other TCM techniques like acupressure, guasha, and cupping depending on each patient’s condition. Susan is fluent in English and Korean.

Yelim

Yelim Lee

RMT (Registered Massage Therapy)

Yelim takes a holistic approach when treating her patients as she believes different factors influence one’s wellbeing. As a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) who graduated from Vancouver Career College in June 2018, she has been interacting with diverse patients and recognizes that providing patient-centered care leads to the most desirable outcome. In the clinic, she carefully assesses and listens to patients’ needs to establish an individualized treatment plan to attain specific treatment goals and achieve their fullest. Equipped with her education and experience, Yelim uses various massage techniques, such as trigger point release, myofascial release, swedish massage techniques, active release technique, and active/passive range of motion of the joints, to treat patients who suffer from migraine/tension headache, muscle pain, muscle tightness/stiffness, decreased range of motion of the joints, edema, poor posture, and stress. Yelim continues to broaden her perspective as an RMT by taking continuing education courses, such as Neurokinetic therapy and pregnancy (pre/post-partum), to provide a more targeted care for her patients. During her day off, she enjoys doing pilates and playing tennis as she believes an active lifestyle can be portrayed in the quality of care that she provides to her clients. As a relationship-oriented person, she dedicates her time to family and friends and this is also reflected in her longitudinal relationships with her clients.
Minki Jung - RMT (Registered Massage Therapy)

Minki Jung

RMT (Registered Massage Therapy)

Minki graduated from Vancouver Career College of Massage Therapy in 2017. Before, he received a diploma on Raynors Technique of Therapeutic Massage in 2008 and attended the Tibetan Medicine Training Course by Beijing Tibetan Medicine Hospital in 2011 and completed the course in Traditional Chinese Medicine in 2013.

Minki has ten years of experience working as a health practitioner at a spa, a multidisciplinary clinic and a hospital in Canada, China and Korea. He always work together with his patients to achieve a short and long-term goal for treatment.
Minki never stops learning — he strives to continue his study to become a better therapist for his patients.

Jan Christian (JC) Rodriguez - RMT (Registered Massage Therapy)

Jan Christian (JC) Rodriguez

RMT (Registered Massage Therapy)

JC (Jan) is a Registered Massage Therapist who completed his training at Vancouver Career College. Prior to the RMT program, he achieved his Bachelor in Kinesiology at the University of British Columbia. During his time at school, JC had the privilege to witness different massage styles and treating a variety of patients. This experience has given him the confidence to assess and treat a multitude of conditions. In his treatments, JC believes that his experience in conjunction with the patient’s feedback are important to each session. He understands that every individual is different and with a thorough assessment, he is excited to help individuals achieve their health and functional goals.

His passion for the weight room has led to years of experience as a competitive Olympic Weightlifter. As an athlete, he is no stranger to injuries, he understands the struggles of wanting to get back to it. After doing his homework and applying it to himself, he has been able to rehabilitate and help prevent his own injuries. Soon enough, he developed a passion for rehabilitation and injury prevention. JC believes in a holistic approach to healthcare; he believes that each person is different and will cater his treatments to what works best for each individual. During his treatments, one can expect to learn something and how to apply the knowledge to their daily lives. When he is not in the clinic, you can find JC training for his next competition, watching the latest TV series, or at your local café doing his homework.

Sunny Min - RMT

Sunny Min

RMT (Registered Massage Therapy)

Sunny earned her Diploma in Massage Therapy, graduating with honours in March 2023 at CDI College where she completed 2750 hours of related study, which includes 550 hours of hands-on training.

While attending the CDI clinic and outreaches, she successfully treated various patients who have different conditions and needs, such as chronic body aching, acute and chronic injury, CTS, plantar fasciitis, neurologic conditions like MS, stroke, and many more.

Before becoming a massage therapist, Sunny worked as a registered nurse for a total of 15 years. These previous experiences allow her to have a broad understanding of pathological conditions, assessment skills and an empathetic attitude toward patients. She likes to use a personalized approach with different techniques, such as myofascial release, trigger point release, deep tissue massage, active release or Swedish massages, depending on the client’s needs.

Sunny believes that therapeutic massage can help people to treat their body in a better way and she loves to help people who pursue their own well-being.

“Take care of your body. It’s the only place you have to live”
(Jim Rohn)

Why don’t you start your personalized journey for a well-being life with Sunny?

  • Dr. Chang is a very Kind and friendly person. She knows and understands well what she has to do. All the time I bring pains to her, she figures out right away what treatment I need to get, and then I come back with a much better condition. I really appreciate her work and love to recommend Dr.Chang to people who need Chiropractic.
    Tae Jeon
  • David Ko is an excellent Physiotherapist. He listens, assesses and finds the right exercise program to help you heal and strengthen the problem areas. David will adjust the program to work with your body and abilities. He follows through with providing the exercise programs on email or handouts. David is very kind and thoughtful of his patients. Go see him.
    K.W.
  • I've had really bad back pain last few months. I felt much much better right after I visited the chiropractor Dr.Chang. She knows what to do and very professional.
    Leeah Park
  • I visited Central Cairo because I often had pain in my neck and shoulders. It was my first time, and the teacher checked various aspects of my physical condition. They explained well where I was not feeling well and in pain. After the treatment, my body felt so much better. Thank you, Teacher Ayoung, for your skill, kindness, and beauty!
    Ham Sora
  • Dr. Chang is a great chiropractor. I've had an amazing experience at her clinic. Her understanding and caring for my pain was amazing. Not only she is an amazing Chiropractor but also she is an incredibly caring person.
    조성래
  • ...My physiotherapist was David Ko, and he is amazing at what he does. He is very knowledgeable, always answering my millions of questions, and showed me many exercises that were easy for me to keep up with on my own at home, that really helped with my recovery. 10/10 would recommend!
    B.N.
  • David Ko was very personable and knowledgeable. He helped diagnose and treat a finger injury I suffered playing basketball. He also gave me some useful rehab exercises to help with my recovery. I highly recommend my experience with David.
    L.M.

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