CAPMR MSC 2022-2023 Profiles

Rosalie Racine

ChairYear:4

Rosalie is a fourth-year medical student at McGill University. Prior to medical school, she worked as a physiotherapist and has experience working in acute care with traumatic brain injury patients, as well as with McGill varsity athletes. Her professional experience and dedication to the field of rehabilitation has motivated her to share this passion with fellow medical students. She is committed to helping students discover the many benefits that the field of PM&R can offer -for both medical professionals and patients. Outside of medicine, Rosalie enjoys playing with her dog Mila, attending live music events and doing CrossFit.


Matt Gervais

Vice-ChairYear:4

Matt is a third-year medical student at the University of Alberta, where he also received his BSc in Kinesiology. Matt's passion for PM&R stems from his experience as a personal trainer and his fascination with the mechanics of human movement. He values the holistic approach of physiatry, which prioritizes a patient's comprehensive well-being by accounting for psychological, social, and environmental factors. Matt was previously inspired by the work of the CAPM&R MSC, and he looks forward to sharing his passion for physiatry and increasing nationwide interest in this field. Outside of his academic pursuits, Matt enjoys quality time with friends and family, and participates in activities such as cycling, swimming, and reading.


Elizabeth Boyd

SecretaryYear:4

Elizabeth is a fourth-year medical student at the University of Toronto. While completing her undergraduate studies in Biomedical Sciences at the University of Ottawa, she was involved in a car accident that resulted in a debilitating concussion. Experiencing the world of rehabilitation as a patient revealed the incredible impact that physiatrists and their multidisciplinary teams have on recovery, igniting her passion for PM&R. She is excited to have a platform from which she can share this passion with her fellow students and provide meaningful information about what a career in physiatry entails. As a competitive gymnast turned dancer, her highlight of medical school was choreographing and dancing in two Daffydil Musicals. She also enjoys rock climbing, painting, and board game nights.


Jasmine Nanji

Communications RepYear:4

Jasmine is a fourth year medical student at Queen's University. She completed her MSc in Global Health at McMaster University where she investigated the impact of the social determinants of health on health management and resource allocation. Jasmine's background as an athlete first led her to the field of PM&R, where she grew passionate about optimizing functional ability and quality of life. She joined the CAPM&R MSC to help connect medical students across Canada to opportunities relating to the field. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, going to the gym and spending time with friends and family.


Kylie Peake

Membership RepYear:3

Kylie is a third year medical student at the University of British Columbia in the Northern Medical Program. She completed her BSc in Biology from the University of Alberta, Augustana Campus. Her interest in PM&R was sparked at a pretty young age watching her mom who is a Physiotherapist help patients regain functional mobility. She enjoys the collaborative nature of the specialty and is passionate about delivering care and post-injury management for patients in rural and remote locations. In her free time she enjoys running, basketball, golfing, cross-country skiing, and hanging with friends and family.


Nicolas Gauthier

Education RepYear:4

Nicolas is a second-year medical student at the University of Ottawa, who completed his BSc in Microbiology and Immunology at UBC. With a personal history of sports-related injuries and rehabilitation through marathon and triathlon training, paired with an interest in neurosciences and neurodevelopment, Nicolas entered medical school with a strong interest in PM&R. Through the CAPM&R Mentorship program and multiple shadowing opportunities, he has gained invaluable insights into the field's variety and opportunities. Passionate about PM&R, Nicolas is dedicated to informing and engaging fellow students about the exciting prospects within this dynamic specialty.