Hi I'm Melissa Biscardi, Founder of Concussion Rehab! I'm an RN, DOMP and Brainiac. I’m obsessed with concussion care, clinical education and research.

I have dedicated my life to helping others improve their brain health and to feel like themselves again after concussion. As part of this commitment, I am currently pursuing my PhD at the University of Toronto in the Temerty Faculty of Medicine.

 

What makes me different?

While there are so many different practitioners to choose from, I pride myself on my comprehensive and collaborative approach, which drives consistent positive results for patients suffering from post concussion - including recent concussion, chronic concussion, or legacy concussion. 

My Superpowers:

Laser focus:

  • Every darn day: I help achievers get their lives back after new or legacy (long ago) concussions

Always learning:

  • Trained by the best: Functional neurology and concussion-specific training from the Carrick Institute, USA

  • PhD (c) University of Toronto, Temetry Faculty of Medicine

    • Primary research focus: Oculomotor rehabilitation in adults post concussion

  • Master of Science from University of Toronto focused on persistent symptoms following concussion

  • Pre-doctoral internship through the Ontario Neurotrauma Foundation and University of Toronto

Sharing is caring

  • Published multiple book chapters, research articles and numerous academic and non-academic appearances (find them here)

  • Podcast and webinar appearances (find them here)

Awards:

  • Toronto Rehabilitation Institute Scholarship (2024 and 2025)

  • Brain Injury ISIG Deborah Lee Price Girls & Women with ABI Task Force Poster Award (2024)

  • Scholar in Women’s Brain Health Award (3 year award) from Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, University Health Network (2021-2024)

  • Mitacs 3 year Fellowship in collaboration with NeuroFlex (2022 to 2025)

  • 2nd Degree Black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and previous world champion (2009, 2010, 2011, 2013)