Co-Founder, Healthy Choice Massage Therapy & Natural Health
Registered Nurse with Prescribing Authority – Ontario
Ekaterina (Katie) Khachaturova is the co-founder of Healthy Choice Massage Therapy & Natural Health and a Registered Nurse with more than sixteen years of clinical experience. She provides a comprehensive, patient-centred approach to care, combining her nursing expertise with chronic pain management, rehabilitation, health assessments, and medication prescribing within her professional scope.
Katie is currently expanding the clinical services at Healthy Choice to include additional nursing care, nutrition support, psychotherapy partnerships, and complementary medical services. She welcomes new patients and encourages individuals to book a free discovery call to discuss their health concerns and goals.
Professional Background
Katie is a Registered Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Ottawa in 2009 and completed the RN Prescribing Program at the University of Windsor in 2024. Her professional practice integrates medical assessment, chronic pain management, rehabilitation, and patient education.
Nursing Services
Katie provides a wide range of clinical nursing services, including:
- Yearly check-ups and health assessments
- Medication prescribing (within RN scope)
- Nursing care and wellness consultations
- Medication reconciliation
- Medication administration (IM injections)
- Health screening and bio-metric measurements
- Post-operative nursing care (as directed by your health practitioner)
- Travel health guidance and vaccinations
- Contraception prescribing
- Wound care treatments and supplies
- Smoking cessation therapy
- Over-the-counter medication and supplement recommendations
- Home visits for complex cases
Private nursing services are not covered by OHIP, though extended health benefits may provide reimbursement.
Chronic Pain Management
Katie has devoted much of her career to chronic pain care. She is the creator and author of the Happy Life with Chronic Pain© Membership Program, a live weekly online group designed to help individuals build effective long-term pain-management skills.
This service is also available to Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) clients, and our clinic offers direct billing to auto insurance companies through the HCAI portal.
Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Rehabilitation
Katie brings extensive rehabilitation experience dating back to 2010. She spent more than ten years with the University of Ottawa Heart Institute, working in the Prevention and Rehabilitation Department with a focus on cardiac rehabilitation.
Since 2016, her MVA-related work has expanded to include:
- Motor vehicle accident rehabilitation
- Chronic pain assessments
- Case management
- Attendant Care Assessments
- Functional abilities and return-to-function planning
Eligible services can be billed directly to auto insurance companies through the HCAI system.
Philosophy of Care
Katie is known for her warm, empathetic, and solution-focused approach. She goes above and beyond to ensure patients receive the highest standard of care, clear guidance, and meaningful results. If you require a service not listed on our website, Katie and the Healthy Choice team are always open to discussing personalized options.
Qualifications & Professional Memberships
- Registered Nurse, BScN (since 2009)
- Prescribing Authority – University of Windsor (2024)
- College of Nurses of Ontario – Member since 2009
- Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario – Member since 2009
- Case Manager (since 2018)
- Functional Abilities Assessor (since 2020)
- PGAP Provider (since 2019)
- Chronic Pain Education Provider (since 2018)
- PRP Procedure Provider (scalp treatments)
- Founder of "Happy Life with Chronic Pain ©" Membership Program
FAQ about nursing services with Katie
What nursing services does Katie provide at Healthy Choice Massage Therapy & Natural Health?
Katie provides a wide range of nursing services, including yearly check-ups, health assessments, medication prescribing within her RN scope, medication reconciliation, injections, health screening, post-operative nursing care, wound care, travel health support, contraception prescribing, smoking cessation support, chronic pain management, and home visits for complex cases.
Can Katie prescribe medications as a Registered Nurse in Ontario?
Yes. Katie has completed the RN Prescribing Program and holds Prescribing Authority in Ontario. She can prescribe specific medications, vaccines, and treatments within the RN prescribing scope, such as certain travel health medications, contraception, smoking cessation therapies, wound care supplies, and selected over-the-counter treatments and supplements.
Does Katie work with chronic pain and motor vehicle accident (MVA) clients?
Yes. Katie’s primary clinical focus is chronic pain management and rehabilitation. She created the Happy Life with Chronic Pain© Membership Program and has extensive experience working with Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) clients, including rehabilitation, chronic pain assessments, case management, Attendant Care Assessments, and functional abilities assessing and reporting.
Are Katie’s nursing services covered by OHIP or extended health benefits?
Private nursing services are not covered by OHIP. However, some services may be eligible for reimbursement under extended health benefits, employee health plans, or auto insurance for MVA-related care. Coverage depends on the specific plan and insurer.
Can I see Katie if I already have a family doctor or specialist?
Yes. Katie’s nursing services are designed to complement, not replace, the care provided by your family doctor or specialist. She can help with assessments, education, chronic pain management, rehabilitation support, and coordination within your existing healthcare team.
Does Katie offer online or virtual support for chronic pain?
Yes. Katie is the author of the Happy Life with Chronic Pain© Membership Program, a live weekly online group that helps individuals develop practical chronic pain management skills. She may also offer virtual consultations, where appropriate, to support ongoing care.