Kitae Kim

Best Osteopathy

3105 - 1920 Willingdon Ave, Unit 102, Burnaby, BC, V5C 0K3

Kitae obtained his Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy from Korea in 2014. In July 2018, he moved to Vancouver. Since arriving, he has completed his Diploma in Osteopathy from the National Academy of Osteopathy as well as his Acupuncture degree at Central College in New Westminster. During training in Osteopathy, Kitae has had the privilege of receiving additional training by Mehrbod who is the founder of Best Osteopathy and he decided to join the team. Kitae has developed his skills in **structure concept of osteopathy** along with **human anatomy basis** through this training. As a Physiotherapist in South Korea, he worked at the neuro-rehabilitation hospital, Bobath Memorial Hospital. He treated patients who suffered from Brain injuries such as Stroke, Parkinson, Dementia as well as Spinal Cord Injury. He earned his certification of Bobath Basic Course by IBITA (Korean Bobath Association) and treated various neurologic conditions for many years. During this time, Kitae learned how crucial postural alignment with balance is during the human movement. He is passionate and uses hands on treatment that have an affect on the recovery of the body cycle and boost the homeostasis of the human body in perspective of Osteopathy. Kitae strongly believes that human body structure governs functional movement. He is bringing his knowledge and experience to the table with an osteopathic approach to serve the patients in a better way. Kitae now resides in the lower mainland with his lovely wife and son. In his free time, he enjoys playing soccer and watching baseball games and spending time with family.