Please email ptassociation@mbphysio.org if you would like to get in touch with a member from our board
Tami Prado-Tecter
President
Tami has a Physiotherapy degree from Brazil and a Masters in Rehabilitation Sciences degree from the University of Manitoba. She has completed additional training in Pilates, neuropediatrics, pelvic health, acupuncture, and dry needling. Full Bio Here.
Email: MPAPresident@mbphysio.org
Brenda Tittlemier
Treasurer
Brenda graduated in 2006 from the University of Manitoba with her physiotherapy degree. After graduation, she moved to Yellowknife, NT where she worked at the Stanton Territorial Hospital in for 8 ½ years.
Full Bio Here!
Derek Purvis
Past President
Derek is the owner of LOCAL Physiotherapy has been a practicing Physiotherapist since 2015. He has a special interest in vestibular rehabilitation including vertigo and concussions. Derek has served on several committees in the past including the MPA Communications Committee, CPM Legislative Committee, and the MPA Private Practice Committee prior to being elected as Co-Chair. Full Bio Here!
Anna DiMarco
Advocacy Chair
Anna’s Bio MPA Anna DiMarco has been a physiotherapist in Manitoba for over 30 years, having graduated from the University of Manitoba with a Bachelor of Medical Rehabilitation in Physiotherapy. Asides from the first two years of her career, she has spent the majority of her professional time in private practice working in the musculoskeletal realm of care. Full Bio here!
Liza Cordova
Co-Chair, Private Practice
Liza has been practicing physiotherapy for 15 years. She has worked in the public and private sectors. At Concordia hospital, she worked with the orthopaedic team to provide pre-op and post-op assessments, and treatment to allow hip and knee patients have a smooth recovery. Full Bio Here!
Quinn Taylor
AWARDS CHAIR
Quinn graduated from the University of Manitoba with a Master of Physical Therapy in 2016 and a Master of Science (Rehabilitation Sciences) in 2026, where he studied the role of physiotherapy for older adults with persistent low back pain.
New Bio Coming
Professional Development Chair