Athletes, recreational athletes, active individuals if you are injured, avoid long waits in the hospital emergency department. Our team of practitioners provide expert assessment and treatment for individuals with acute musculoskeletal injuries.
Footbridge Services
Footbridge is focused on providing a patient-centered experience by offering integrated Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine services among a collaborative team of practitioners.
Clinical Expertise + Integrated Care
Pedorthics & Custom Orthoses
Our pedorthists are Canadian Certified foot care professionals trained in the making, fitting, and modifying of orthotics and footwear to alleviate pain of the lower extremities.
Braces & Wellness Tools
Our Human Movement Specialists are Kinesiology grads, putting their knowledge and desire to help people into practical use, by finding our clients the best injury solution possible.
Orthopaedic Consultation & Treatment
World-Class experts in the diagnosis and treatment of orthopaedic injuries and conditions.
Sport Medicine Consultation & Treatment
Footbridge Sport & Exercise Medicine physicians provide diagnosis and treatment for acute sport and chronic musculoskeletal injuries for active individuals of all ages and abilities.
Post-Operative Equipment
Footbridge facilitates assessment for products and equipment you may need as part of your comprehensive care plan. Post-Operative equipment required for surgery is available on site, and our Orthopaedic Technician ensures proper fit and instructions for use.
Injections
A valuable diagnostic and treatment modality for patients experiencing a musculoskeletal condition.
Independent Medical Examinations
Located in downtown Vancouver, Footbridge Centre offers unparalleled expertise in independent medical examinations with a commitment to precision, efficiency, and impartiality. With a large network of highly qualified surgeons and specialist physicians, we ensure the right specialist is available for any injury. Examinations are conducted in a fully equipped medical clinic, providing access to advanced medical equipment when needed for a thorough assessment.
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- Experienced, reputable specialist physicians. Our doctors are specialized and highly regarded. They have extensive experience in their fields, as well as in conducting IMEs and attending trial. Reports are high quality, and hold up to scrutiny.
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- Direct access. Footbridge is the home office for our doctors. For patients requesting or requiring an IME, please have your lawyer contact our team directly to arrange. Third party IME requests are accepted but are not required to arrange bookings or to manage communication between law firms and the doctor.
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- Less money for your client. By booking directly through Footbridge, it is not necessary to pay a third party to be involved.
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- Dedicated, responsive point of contact. Like larger companies that specialize in providing IMEs, when retaining a Footbridge physician, you will work directly with the Footbridge IME coordinators. The IME coordinators have direct access to the doctors' schedules and they can arrange everything, including scheduling appointments, assessments, phone calls, trials and reports.
Our streamlined process guarantees a fast turnover, maintaining consistency and reliability across all reports. At Footbridge, neutrality is paramount—our experts provide unbiased opinions, trusted by both defense and plaintiff. Many have provided expert testimony in court, including under cross examination. When it comes to independent medical legals, Footbridge stands as the gold standard for comprehensive, objective, and timely evaluations.
To make an inquiry, please contact our IME Coordinators, by email: ime@footbridgeclinic.com or by phone: 778-945-6758 or fax: 778-945-6775.
- Motor vehicle accident injuries
- Workplace accidents or work related injuries
- Long-term disability claims
- Sports injuries
- Personal injury cases /slip and falls
- Medical malpractice
- Review of medical records
Our Physicians:
Orthopaedic Surgeons/Surgical Specialists
Dr. Murray Penner
Foot & Ankle
Dr. Alastair Younger
Foot & Ankle, Trauma
Dr. Andrea Velkjovic
Foot & Ankle, Trauma
Dr. Keith Stothers
Hip & Knee, Trauma
Dr. Jordan Leith
Hip, Knee, Elbow, Shoulder, Sport Injuries
Dr. Hooman Sadr
Foot & Ankle, Knee, Hip, Trauma
Dr. Paul Hindle
Hand, Wrist, Elbow & Shoulder
Sport & Exercise Medicine Physicians/Functional Specialists