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Physiotherapy


Physiotherapy - Senior Associate


Massage Therapy - Senior Associate

Annalee Kirk graduated with honours in massage therapy at Elmcrest College of Applied Health Sciences in 2008. Annalee also has a Bachelors Degree from the University of Waterloo in psychology where she was a member of the Women’s Varsity Volleyball team.

Annalee’s massage therapy treatments are aimed to improve your mobility and functionality to a pain free state. General swedish massage techniques, along with other modalities, are performed to reduce muscle tension while increasing circulation and joint movement. In conjunction with massage, Annalee promotes exercises and stretch recommendations that you can do safely in the comfort of your home.

Annalee understands the benefits of alternative therapy and how effective aninterdisciplinary approach can aid in your athletic performance and recovery. As a former athlete, Annalee can relate to how physically and mentally demanding your schedule can be. Choosing massage therapy will help your performance, will reduce the possibility of injuries and is an excellent way to unwind and destress.

Whether you are an elite athlete or a weekend warrior, Annalee will do her best to treat your musculoskeletal needs to help you achieve your personal goals and quality of life.

Annalee is a member of the College of Massage Therapist of Toronto in good standing.

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Clement graduated from the Masters of Physical Therapy program at University of Toronto and previously obtained his Bachelor of Science in Biology at McMaster University. He has a strong passion for injury prevention, reducing pain, and enhancing functional performance which stems from his athletic background competing on the varsity badminton team at McMaster University.

Clement appreciates the value of manual and active therapy, and believes in helping his clients understand their injury so they can take an active role in restoring their mobility and function. He utilizes a combination of manual therapy, exercise prescription, electrical modalities, and education to help clients achieve their goals.

Clement is dedicated to being a life-long learner and is committed to advance his physiotherapy skills. He has completed courses in Level 1 Manual Therapy and Soft Tissue Release, and has also completed the McMaster Contemporary Medical Acupuncture program.

When Clement is not working, he spends his free time outdoors, in the gym, or playing badminton, softball, or volleyball.

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Rafael holds a Master’s of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Toronto and brings extensive experience in treating musculoskeletal conditions across a broad spectrum - from post-surgical recovery to chronic pain management.

With experience as a High-Performance Coach, Rafael has successfully guided both weekend warriors and competitive athletes in their recovery from injuries, ensuring they can safely return to their sport. He concurrently serves as a Resident Physiotherapist at Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital, where he works closely with patients post-operatively recovering from joint replacements, spinal decompressions and fractures.

As a life-long learner, Rafael strives to provide evidence-based solutions to increasing functional capacity. He most recently completed the Advanced Cervico-thoracic Certification Program from the Advanced Physical Therapy Education Institute. Furthermore, he is an active member of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association Pain Science Division.

Rafael tailors each treatment plan to the individual - incorporating education, manual therapy, and exercise programming. His approach encompasses all aspects of recovery, including the cognitive, emotional and social factors that influence physical well-being. His mission is to empower every patient to optimize healing, achieve their functional goals and realize their full potential.

Outside of his practice, you can find him staying active in the gym, conversing with friends over coffee and reading a book by the pond.

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Marcos has been dedicated to physiotherapy for over 21 years and feels that each year, he is blessed with the ability to gain more knowledge and expertise to offer his patients.

After graduating in Physiotherapy in Brazil in December 2003, he pursued a formal 1-year specialization in Neurological Physiotherapy. In 2011, he immigrated to Canada and completed his professional equivalence in Physiotherapy at the same time as his Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Sciences at McGill University in 2015.

In continuous pursuit of improvement and diversification of his career portfolio, he obtained his MBA in Strategic Management of People and Sustainable Organizations from the University of São Paulo in December 2024.

Marcos is committed to providing the highest standard of care and believes that every patient is a whole project, with individual needs and personal aspirations. His practice reflects this belief, incorporating various resources, including education, pain management, chronic and acute rehabilitation, and home care instructions, ensuring patients are active participants in their recovery. He is fluent in Portuguese, English, French, and Spanish, which allows him to communicate effectively with a diverse patient base.

Despite having a busy life as a single father of three beautiful kids, Marcos always finds time for his faith and feeding his insatiable curiosity. When not working, Marcos is actively involved in his community and is particularly passionate about exercising and the role of physical activity in physical and mental health. He also enjoys participating in volunteer activities and cultural pursuits, particularly music and art. He is passionate about his profession and continually seeks ways to enhance his skills and knowledge to serve his patients better. Whether working with infants or seniors, athletes or he strives to offer wellness and acute care tailored to everyone.

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