About DMI

About us

What makes DMI different?

Since 2002, the Disability Management Institute (DMI) has been working with employees and employers nationwide to provide comprehensive end-to-end solutions for their absence & disability management needs.

Comprehensive solutions

Our holistic services and solutions go beyond diagnosis and medical management. We offer our clients a wide range of solutions from comprehensive absence and disability claims management, to rehab field visits and complementary specialized services, coaching and training, Workers Compensation Board (WCB) claims review, advice to pay services, disability plan file audits, claims coaching, and more.

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Expert support

The DMI teams’ bench strength and expertise in mental health and complex cases offers employees support and options in navigating challenges such as healthcare shortages and access to timely treatments. We leverage our extensive network of trusted treatment providers and tap into the vast knowledge and skills our internal team to ensure access to the best resources for optimal outcomes.

Customized delivery

We pride ourselves on being a one-stop-shop that consistently exceeds our customers expectations. We understand the importance of considering each individual’s unique circumstances, allowing us to tailor our approach to meet the needs of each stakeholder. Depending on the need, we can offer expertise in coordinating services as well as providing ongoing support and guidance throughout the life of the absence process.

Outcome-driven

Our proactive approach achieves optimum and timely results for work-related and non work-related disability management. The combination of our expert support and customized delivery can ultimately speed up the recovery and return-to-work process. Let our team focus on bridging gaps and removing barriers that can prevent successful return-to-work outcomes and enhance the overall claims management experience.

Our team

Our diverse staff provide a multi-faceted approach to disability absences

Led by an experienced management team, our 150+ staff members have experience in various related fields, including disability management, STD and LTD claims adjudication, WSIB/WCB claims, life and living claims adjudication, health and safety, psychology, return to work planning, kinesiology, physical therapy, ergonomics, occupational therapy and health nursing, human resources, and private investigation.

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Kim Zinck

President
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Lisa Kallay

Vice President, Rehab & Specialty Services
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Lisa Paterson

Vice President, Operations & Pre-Claim Services
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Heather Walker

Vice President, Disability Claims
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Our history

Banyan & DMI

In 2019, Banyan Work Health Solutions merged with Disability Management Institute (DMI). The full range of services previously offered by Banyan including rehab and speciality services, and coaching and training are offered by the DMI team.

Contact our team to learn more about how DMI can support with Banyan’s service offerings.

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