Dr. Cynthia Chan graduated with Cum Laude and Clinic Honours from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in 1997. In addition to completing a specialized ICPA course for adjusting infants, children and pregnant women, Dr. Chan is also certified in the Webster Technique for breech presentation. Dr. Chan is one of only four Toronto chiropractors with Advanced Proficiency certification in Activator Methods Chiropractic Technique (a low-force adjusting instrument). Dr. Chan has also studied acupuncture in Sri Lanka (1995), Beijing (2000) and several courses in Toronto. In addition to chiropractic adjustments and acupuncture, Dr. Chan prescribes foot orthotics to regulate foot mechanics and normalize gait patterns. In 2018 she will complete a life-coaching certificate with the Centre for Applied Neuroscience. To access Dr. Chan’s coaching services please visit cynchancoaching.com.

Dr. Chan believes that chiropractic care is integral in overcoming injury, achieving optimal physical performance and sustaining wellness. She first experienced the healing effects of chiropractic and acupuncture at the age of 16. After receiving two weeks of treatment post ankle sprain, she was able to successfully dance in a scheduled performance. Dr. Chan’s deep appreciation for the human body’s form and function has its roots in her past training in ballet/modern dance, 10km running, tennis and now through her current physical activities: hi-intensity interval training, Ashtanga yoga, beach volleyball, cycling to the clinic (weather permitting!), and playing baseball with her son Desmond.

Dr. Chan’s personal health regimen includes chiropractic adjustments on a weekly basis, acupuncture to boost the immune system, massage therapy to reduce repetitive strain and meditation.

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Dr. Kristine Lyons graduated from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in 1997. In 1992, prior to attending CMCC, Dr. Lyons completed her 4 year Bachelor of Science degree, with a specialization in Human Kinetics from the University of Guelph.

Since graduating, Dr. Lyons has completed numerous Pediatric Chiropractic courses with the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association, learning various techniques to adjust pregnant women and children. She also completed an extensive 2-year Acupuncture course through the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College, and currently incorporates acupuncture in her practice. In 2007, Dr. Lyons started incorporating the Activator Methods Chiropractic Technique (a low force adjusting instrument) into her practice and is now one of 4 Advanced Proficiency rated Chiropractors in Toronto.

As a strong believer in Chiropractic care as a natural approach to a healthier well-being, Dr. Lyons believes that Chiropractic care will keep people of all ages stronger, more agile and flexible. A healthy nervous system means that your body can function more optimally. A former Varsity Field Hockey player and an avid long distance runner (having completed 7 Half Marathons and many 10 km races), Dr. Lyons also enjoys spinning, lifting weights, riding her bike to work, volunteering, reading, listening to pod casts and walking her dog Marlee.

Dr. Lyons’ philosophy on staying healthy includes a healthy mind and body. Dr Lyons meditates on a daily basis and includes Chiropractic care, Acupuncture, Massage therapy and Rolfing as part of her health routine.

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Simone graduated with honours from Kikkawa College in 2019. Prior to this, Simone completed a bachelor’s degree in Human Kinetics and a MSc. in exercise physiology from the University of British Columbia.

Immediately following her master’s degree, Simone began teaching yoga and has been a yoga teacher since 2009. Simone’s yoga training is evident in her massage as she blends movement and stretch therapy into her treatments.

Simone can treat a variety of musculoskeletal conditions, and incorporates treatment techniques into a relaxing massage. Simone is acutely aware of the pressures facing people today and has witnessed the power of massage to heal an overstimulated nervous system.

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Michael graduated from Northumberland College, Halifax, NS in 2006. After briefly working in his home province of Newfoundland, he moved to Toronto and began his studies at the Canadian College of Osteopathy. He has since completed 3 years of the 5 year class program. Much of what Michael has learned in the Manual Osteopathy program falls within the scope of practice of massage therapy. This gives him many additional tools to use when approaching his client’s concerns.

Whether you are looking for a relaxing full-body massage, or whether you have a specific issue that you would like addressed, Michael is eager to consult with you to tailor a treatment with your health goals in mind. Some of the modalities that Michael specializes in are: Swedish/deep tissue, pre-natal, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, cranial sacral therapy and muscle energy technique.

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Katrine O’Reilly has been a therapeutic manual practitioner for 14 years. She started her career as an RMT and graduating from the Osteopathic program at the Canadian College of Osteopathy in 2015. Katrine strives to bring balance to the body and physical well-being to the individual. Osteopathy not only treats pain, it also helps to find the cause of discomfort through assessment, hands-on palpation and treatment along with home care recommendations. Katrine continues to pursue additional education, giving her diverse skills to help with chronic pain, TMJ issues, concussion syndrome, stress maintenance and more.

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Gloria graduated with a Specialized Honours in Kinesiology from York University in 2016. She then pursued her education obtaining a Diploma in Osteopathic Manual Practitioner and is currently studying to be a Doctor of Osteopathy (European certification). Why does Gloria love being a Manual Osteopath? “I love that I get the chance to meet new people and to help them achieve their goals; whether it’s a sport or job-related or with daily activities. It’s a special feeling when your patients trust you with their care.”

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Dr. Elisa Santiago first received her Honours Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Guelph. Her passion in natural health, science and in education, led her to the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine, where she graduated as a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine in 2005.

During her education, she had worked with HIV/AIDS patients at Sherbourne Health Center, and also at the Aboriginal clinic at Anishnawbe Health Toronto. Dr. Santiago has also pursued additional education in Cosmetic Acupuncture and has traveled to Asia broadening her education in Acupuncture and Asian Medicine.

She has appeared on television (CP24–Wylde on Health) and continues to speak at educational seminars. She continues to travel to Kenya, Africa, as a Naturopathic Doctor, leading studies to decrease general illnesses and increase awareness of natural health.

Dr. Santiago is registered with the Board of Directors of Drugless Therapy - Naturopathy and licensed to practice naturopathic medicine in the province of Ontario. She is a member of the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND) and the Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors (OAND).

Dr. Santiago enjoys her General Family Practice, working with patients of all ages and conditions with a special interest in Women’s health, Digestive health, and Skin health. Her passion is to promote wellness on all levels: physical, mental, emotional and spiritual, allowing her to recognize individual needs and to create personalized treatment plans.

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Heather completed her Acupuncture Diploma in 2014, her TCM Practitioner Diploma (Herbology) in 2015, and her Advanced TCM Diploma (5 years) in 2016 at the Toronto School of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TSTCM). Heather is one of 11 TCM practitioners in Canada to be certified in Advanced TCM Dermatology and to be a member of the International TCM Dermatology Association.

She is a member in good standing with the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of Ontario (CTCMPAO).

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Sports was a big part of Alex’s life growing up. While she participated in a variety of sports from volleyball to ringette, Alex started to learn about physiology and how her body reacted to short term and long term injuries as a high level athlete. Her experience as a healthcare professional began during her tenure in Ryerson University’s nursing program, building a strong foundation of knowledge in the realm of anatomy, physiology, pathotherapeutics and pharmacology. During her time at Ryerson University Alex was also the co-captain of the women’s varsity volleyball team. Having suffered several injuries of her own throughout her 4 year varsity career, she was able to gain a personal understanding of the importance of self-care and gained insight on the various therapy techniques to accelerate her rehabilitation.

Alex’s path lead her to attend the Sutherland-Chan Massage Therapy school where she gained the knowledge and skills with Swedish massage techniques through various student clinics and direct work with patients who experienced various injuries including spinal cord injuries and sports related injuries. As a RMT, Alex’s main goal is to inspire a fundamental shift in how we perceive our own health with a stronger focus on the creation of wellness outside of direct treatment of an illness. She hopes to create a body awareness within her clients in order to help improve their quality of life through decreased stress levels, relieving various pains and tensions, improving functional movement and overall injury prevention. It’s of the utmost importance to her to have her clients walk away from their session with a greater knowledge of their own bodies in order for the rehabilitation process to continue in their every day lives.

Areas of focus: Swedish/deep tissue massage, myofascial release, sports massage and pregnancy massage 

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