Dr. Sadie Riopelle, affectionately known as Dr. Rio, hails from a small town near Toronto Canada.

Dr. Rio is a highly accomplished clinician holding Bachelor degrees in Human Biology and Kinesiology, a Masters of Sports Medicine and a Doctorate in Chiropractic.

Dr. Rio and Dr. Tollefson connected through a colleague, a renowned Sports Chiropractor in Seattle. When Emerald Wellness was ready to grow in Galway City, welcoming Dr. Rio was an easy decision.

Dr. Rio’s journey in conservative care began on the field, where she accumulated thousands of hours working with varsity athletes, including extensive time with a Men’s Varsity Rugby team. This experience shaped her clinical approach and developed her expertise in managing both acute and chronic injuries. She integrates hands-on treatment, soft tissue work and rehabilitation strategies to help patients restore movement and build resilience.

Dr. Rio has a special interest in pre- and post-partum care, supporting women through the physical demands of pregnancy and helping them navigate recovery quickly and efficiently. Dr. Rio has spent several years working with individuals and groups to support: birth preparation, pregnancy and birth education, and the recovery after birth for the mother. Dr. Rio knows how intimidating and physically demanding pregnancy and birth can be with a variety of uncontrollable interventions that can occur. Preparing for these experiences and bodily and lifestyle changes through informed care can support parents, reduce stress and make birth safer for baby and parent.

She is also proudly LGBTQ+ friendly and is committed to providing inclusive, trauma-informed care in a safe and supportive environment.

Her approach is grounded in patient-centered care, with a focus on individualized treatment and long-term outcomes. Dr. Rio is dedicated to helping each patient move better, feel better, and optimize their overall performance.