NOSM U Rehabilitation Sciences Staff

Tel: 705-662-7015
Email: mravenek@nosm.ca

Mike completed an undergraduate degree in Kinesiology & Psychology from Wilfrid Laurier University in 2008, a Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy from Western University in 2010, and a PhD in Health & Rehabilitation Sciences from Western University in 2014. He also completed a Project Management Certification from the University of California, Irvine in 2020, and subsequently became a Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) with the Project Management Institute. Mike is a Registered Occupational Therapist.  Previously he worked as an Assistant Professor and as the Fieldwork Coordinator in the School of Occupational Therapy at Western University.

Tel: 705-662-7042
Email: jcarroll@nosm.ca

Jennie is the Manager, Rehabilitation Sciences at NOSM University working out of the Sudbury Campus. As a registered Occupational Therapist, she has worked with the adult and aging populations in the community setting. Jennie has experience supporting Rehabilitation Science learners and preceptors in Northern Ontario and is a Health Sciences Faculty member at NOSM University. Jennie attended Laurentian University, where she graduated with an Honours Bachelor of Physical and Health Education with a concentration in Health Promotion and Queen’s University where she graduated with a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy.

Tel: 807-630-3322
Email: dpopien@nosm.ca

Debbie is the Health Sciences Program Coordinator at NOSM University, based at the Thunder Bay campus. She brings a strong background in program coordination and administrative support across academic, healthcare, and public sector environments, with a focus on supporting education and partnerships across Northern Ontario. As a lifelong resident of the region, Debbie is committed to supporting learners and preceptors and advancing access to health services in northern, rural, and remote communities.

Tel: 705-662-7104
Email: aalapan@nosm.ca

Abigale is the Health Sciences Administrative Assistant and is working out of the Sudbury campus. Abigale brings several years of experience in both customer service and healthcare administration. She is dedicated to support learners and preceptors and is committed to improving access to quality healthcare throughout Northern Ontario.