SHARAN SANDHANWALIA, MScPT, BSc (HON). Physiotherapist

Sharan Sandhanwalia grew up with a passion for sports, health and wellness. Her keen interest drove her to pursue a Specialized Honors Bachelor of Science in Health Science and Kinesiology at York University. After graduating with the highest distinction she continued her education at the University of Toronto to complete a Master of Science in Physical Therapy in 2009. During her studies at the University of Toronto Sharan took the opportunity to expand her experience by pursuing challenging clinical internships at renowned institutions such as The Hospital of Sick Kids, Toronto Rehab and Toronto General Hospital.

Sharan is a member in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario, The Canadian Physiotherapy Association and the Canadian Academy of Medical Acupuncture. Her philosophy is based on hands-on patient centered care. She endorses professional development and was a previous Vice President and Executive member of the Westgate District of the Ontario Physiotherapy Association.

Sharan enjoys working with people of all ages and has a broad scope of practice, spanning from sports, and work related injury to seniors health, arthritis and post surgical rehabilitation. Her strive for excellence and professional development has led her to pursue post graduate training in manual therapy, mobilization with movement, hydrotherapy and certifications in advanced physical therapy in the lumbo-pelvic complex and cervico-thoracic spine., orthotic therapy and is a certified fitter for Sigvaris and Venosan compression hosiery. Sharan is a strong believer and provider of acupuncture and obtained her training with the McMaster University Medical Acupuncture program.

Through her evidence based techniques and positive energy and outlook, Sharan’s goal is to motivate and work alongside her patients to achieve maximal active recovery from pain and injury and provide education to promote optimal health.

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Stephanie (Steph) Kishimoto is a 2003 graduate of McGill University, where she earned her BSc in Physiotherapy. Fluent in both English and French, Stephanie brings extensive experience in manual therapy, exercise prescription, and a specialization in treating head, shoulder, and neck conditions. Her career has spanned roles as both a practitioner and a clinic director, providing her with a well-rounded understanding of patient care and clinic operations.

As a former competitive volleyball player and coach, Stephanie has firsthand insight into the physical demands faced by athletes and is passionate about helping them recover and optimize their performance. Before taking a leave in 2013 to focus on raising her family, she was certified in Active Release Therapy (ART) and completed her Level 3 manual therapy courses.

Now a mother of two, Stephanie approaches physiotherapy with a holistic perspective. After experiencing her own recovery journey from an ankle fracture in 2022, she developed a passion for reformer Pilates, which has become a key element in her practice to benefit a wide range of patients.

Outside of work, Stephanie enjoys spending time at her local Pilates Club, taking walks, face painting (a side hustle she built over the last five years), and cherishing moments with her family.

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Personal Development & Transition Life Coach

Yasmin is a personal development and transition life coach who helps her clients stretch their sightline, step out of their comfort zone and grow along the way. Trained by the Co- Active Training institute (CTI) and member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF), Toronto Chamber. Yasmin spent a big part of her career working as a consumer market intelligence manager across different multinationals, which built her interest in digging beneath the “spoken words” to bring the key insights and triggers to life.

Yasmin’s coaching practice is all about creating “A Space” - A Space for you to explore your current phase of life. - A Space that helps you to learn more about yourself, to (uncover) your potential - A Space that helps you face your “Perceived” limitations (self limiting beliefs)

The ultimate outcome of the journey is to live a life where you are thriving and not just surviving.

It’s a journey where she guides you to reflect on your core values, out of which you get a better clarity on how you want to lead your life. Using a toolkit of guided exercises, she is able to help you shift your perspectives and see what is possible from different angles in life instead of being stuck in one position, new perspectives that shed light on a challenging situations

Yasmin strongly advocates that you are the only one who should be in the “Driver seat” leading the way you live your life.

Cues on when it is a sign to kick off a journey and work together……. - A change that is happening in your life and you are maybe anxious about what is coming in your way, be it transitioning to a new career, new country, new community? - A feeling or inner voice telling you that you are ready for something new or different, but still don’t know what this thing is or what tools to use to identify it? - Life is going on, you are managing fine, no major issues, but you don’t feel fulfilled. - Balancing life as a working parent: dealing with the juggle of guilt that arises and desire for career achievements.

Why does Yasmin love coaching?

She loves to listen to all types of listening, listening to the spoken and unspoken words, and witnessing the creation of connection that evokes transformation. “I love to listen to what the client is saying and to what is not said. Sometimes things are not just said with words, but with silence, with a stare or even a long deep breath……. This is “connection”.

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Renée Perron is a Registered Massage Therapist who has practiced extensively in the UK and Canada in both clinical and spa settings. Her 15 years of experience include Registered Massage Therapy, Vodder Manual Lymphatic Drainage and Thai Yoga Bodywork. She embraces an “East meets West” philosophy and strives to treat each person based on their individual needs. Renée’s initial training began in England in 2009 where she completed diplomas in both Holistic and Sports & Remedial Massage. Once back in Ontario, she continued to further educate herself by obtaining certificates in Thai yoga bodywork and Registered Massage Therapy. Her approach is goal-oriented and she employs a variety of therapeutic methods and home-based exercise into her treatment plans. As a therapist, Renée encourages her clients to participate in their rehabilitation and gain control over their personal health. Renée aims to provide a safe, healing space for clients to relax and take a break from today’s hectic world. She is keen to share her knowledge and experience as a Registered Massage Therapist with people of all ages and abilities. Renée is currently continuing with her education in Lymphedema and Chronic Edema Management. When she is not working, she enjoys travelling, cooking, hikes with her dog and spending time with family and friends.

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Dr. Quincy Almeida, is a world-renowned Parkinson’s and neurodegenerative disease expert with a double Ph.D in Behavioral Neuroscience and Kinesiology. As a Full Professor, Dr. Almeida founded the internationally-recognized Movement Disorders Research & Rehabilitation Centre, has won several awards including the Polanyi Prize for Physiology and Medicine, the Queen’s Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee medal, the Franklin Henry Young Scientist Award for Motor Control, and North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity Early Career Distinguished Scholar Awards. With over 100 peer-reviewed publications in journals such a Lancet Neurology, Movement Disorders, and Neurorehabilitation & Neural Repair, Dr. Almeida focuses on underlying mechanisms of the symptoms of Parkinson’s and then translating them into therapeutic interventions for those living with neurodegenerative conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, such as the popular and evidence-based SAFEx exercise programs to slow the progression of neurodegenerative disease. He research has been funded by the Canada Foundation for Innovation, Canadian Institutes for Health Research, the Michael J. Fox Foundation. Dr. Almeida was also a site leader for the Canadian Consortium for Neurodegeneration and Aging SYNERGIC trial and COMPASS-ND which focuses on memory, cognitive and movement disorders. Dr. Almeida brings access to an integrated health care team of specialists, as well as some of the most innovative assistive devices, inventions and novel therapeutics for the management of motor, cognitive and pain disorders.

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Jane So is a registered physiotherapist who has a fascination with human movement and function. She also cares deeply for the well being of others. Combining her passions, Jane obtained an Honours Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at McMaster University. During her studies, she played on the Varsity Women’s Lacrosse team for 4 years and endured sports injuries and underwent physiotherapy. Her experiences inspired her to help others, and thus she pursued a Masters of Science in Physical Therapy at Queen’s University which she completed in 2009.

Jane loves to help clients of all ages find the root cause of their pain or discomfort and guide them to better function and quality of life, whether that means back to sport, work, school, or daily life activities. With a team approach at Lakeside, Jane will ensure each person’s physical goals are fully achieved by addressing important related aspects to their injury or pain as needed.

Jane has taken various post graduate courses in physiotherapy to improve patient assessment and treatment techniques in all areas of the body. She has specialized training in Vestibular Rehabilitation and has also taken courses in acupuncture, running gait analysis, joint mobilizations and manipulations, soft tissue techniques, and is certified to fit medical graded compression stockings.

In her spare time, Jane likes to train for sprint triathlons and spend time in the garden.

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Heather Buckle brings with her 21 years experience in many areas of clinical practice. Known for her strengths in clinical diagnostics, client-centric and solution based collaborative approach. Heather has built a strong reputation as a Registered Physiotherapist since graduating from Queen’s University in 2003 with her Physical Therapy Degree (BSc.PT Honours). and has doing post professional coursework ever since. Heather has been working with clients of all ages and all “walks of life” for 17 years and absolutely loves helping clients in their rehab journey, whether its back to sport, back to work or back to health. As a multi-sport athlete herself in volleyball, track and field, swimming, snowboarding, mountain biking and road cycling, Heather’s background in a variety of sports brings an understanding and resolve that refines her approach to treatment. Heather has trained and rehabbed numerous teams over the years and covered countless events as the event therapist and first responder, ranging from hockey, volleyball, basketball, triathlon and competitive gymnastics. Heather is certified as a Developmental Coach with Volleyball Canada and has coached Volleyball for several years in NL, including with the TEAM NL Provincial Training program. Heather is also a certified Level 1 Pilates Instructor and has found this integration extremely valuable for her rehabilitation practice. Heather loves the science of how the human body responds to exercise and injury and tailors each comprehensive assessment mindfully to ensure an accurate clinical diagnosis and most effective treatment plan. She shares in each clients’ resolve, determination and grit that equates to a rehab process that is rich with attention to every detail that matters in the rehab process. With her extensive history with pre and post-operative planning and health team collaboration, she is better able to help her clients that require surgical intervention and will collaborate with the orthopedic team to ensure the most seamless process possible. She will forever be the client and athlete advocate and will diligently work towards helping you meet your goals. Heather continues to seek opportunities to develop in her profession and to be involved in sport and in the community, both professionally and personally. Heather can be found with her husband, 2 university aged children and their Bernese Mountain Dog and Labrador Retriever, loving every adventure and opportunity this region has to offer. Heather at a Glance: • Completed a wide range of post-graduate courses in manual therapy, acupuncture, exercise prescription, therapeutic taping, amongst many others; • Mentored under an Orthopedic Surgeon in Halifax, NS for pre and post op management of complex hips (including FAI) and complex shoulders; • Advanced training on the shoulder, hip, foot, and spine; • Post-graduate education in swelling and lymphedema management & cancer related rehabilitation • Certified Level 1 Pilates Instructor

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Dr. Sania Anand, ND is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor, committed to helping individuals achieve optimal health and wellness through a holistic approach. A graduate of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine, Sania is a proud member of both the Canadian and Ontario Associations of Naturopathic Doctors.

In addition to a strong foundation in naturopathy, Sania holds a medical degree from Kasturba Medical College, Manipal University, India.

Sania’s naturopathic services focus on a wide range of health concerns, including women’s and men’s health, hormonal imbalances such as PCOS, perimenopause, and menopause, as well as mental health support. With a focus on gut health, weight management, stress reduction, and sleep optimization, she integrates evidence-based practices and acupuncture to tailor individualized treatment plans that help restore balance and improve quality of life.

Through a compassionate and patient-centered approach, Sania strives to empower clients to take control of their health and live a vibrant, fulfilling life

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Lisa is a graduate of Canadian Therapeutic College and McMaster University. She has over twenty years of experience working as an R.M.T. Lisa has worked with people of all ages and always tailors treatments to the specific needs of each individual. In her practice, she integrates Swedish massage, pre- natal massage, myofascial release, joint mobilizations and deep tissue massage. As an experienced therapist, Lisa uses these techniques to treat many conditions including repetitive strain injury, scar tissue, acute and chronic injuries, pregnancy and relaxation.

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