Our STAFF
Christopher CHMIEL
Registered Physiotherapist
Clinical Director
Medical Acupuncture Provider
Graston Technique® Provider
Kinesio®Tape Practitioner
Mulligan Concept Practitioner
Custom Orthotics
Chris completed his undergraduate degree at University of Guelph where he graduated with Honours & received a BSc in Biological Sciences & Bachelors of Nutritional Science. Chris continued his education in the UK at Leeds Met University, where he completed a MSc Degree in Physical Therapy.
Throughout his 6 years of post-secondary education, Chris has pursued his passion in human health and rehabilitation. Chris has experience in Musculoskeletal, Neurological, Cardio-pulmonary, Sports and multisystem injuries/disorders. As a Physiotherapist, Chris has worked with professional athletes with the Toronto FC and Burnley FC.
Pursuing up to date research and ongoing personal development through continuing education, Chris is continually seeking advanced skills and training in the field to provide the best available treatments and rehabilitation to help you achieve your personal functional goals.
Chris established Forest Hill Physiotherapy & Health Centre Ltd. in 2014 and is passionate about providing a holistic approach to healthy living with his dynamic team of professionals.
Grace SIZENANDO
Registered Physiotherapist
Pelvic Floor Specialist
Grace is a Registered Physiotherapist who graduated in 2010 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Physiotherapy from Faculdade São Lucas, Brazil. With over 12 years of experience in Physical Therapy, Grace’s practice is based on excellence and she is passionate about providing her patients with the best quality of care. She has experience working with a variety of patients in Brazil and Ontario and utilizes a combination of manual therapy, exercise prescription, and education to help her patients achieve their goals. She has also completed additional training and certifications in mental health, fitness, health promotion, and pelvic health.
Grace speaks English, Portuguese and some Spanish, and in her spare time, she enjoys exercising, exploring the city, and going for long walks with her dog Max.
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Robert BRYCE
Registered Physiotherapist
Registered Physiotherapist
Robert completed a Human Kinetics degree at The University of Guelph before moving to London, England to complete a Master’s degree in Physiotherapy. He has an extensive background working in a variety of rehabilitation settings including hospitals, high-performance gyms and outpatient clinics. He has worked directly with patients suffering from a wide range of conditions such as strokes, MS, Parkinson’s, and vertigo, as well as respiratory conditions and musculoskeletal injuries.
In addition to his expertise in exercise prescription and movement, Robert is developing his skills in both manual therapy and neurological rehabilitation. With a passion for movement and physical activity, Robert enjoys working with his patients to create personalized programs to benefit their overall health.
Registered Physiotherapist
Idemar RODRIGUES
Idemar Rodrigues is a Registered Physiotherapist with a Bachelor’s in Physical Therapy from the Federal University of Paraíba. With over 8 years of practice focused on helping patients move better and stay injury-free, Idemar combines advanced skills in assessment and treatment to deliver compelling, personalized care plans.
Idemar’s approach is strengthened by a broad array of certifications, including Functional Movement Screening (FMS), Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA), dry needling, acupuncture, spinal manipulations, and Active Release Techniques (ART). As an injury prevention specialist and running consultant, Idemar customizes treatments to optimize movement patterns, enhance functional body mechanics, and reduce injury risks.
Driven by a commitment to evidence-based practice, Idemar’s publication on the role of Mat Pilates in managing chronic low back pain highlights a dedication to improving patients' functional abilities and overall quality of life.
Shellie SIADATAN
Registered Massage Therapist
Shellie has been practicing Massage Therapy since 2000, and tailors her treatments to suit the needs of each individual. She graduated from Trent University with a BSc in 1998 and Received a Diploma in Acupuncture in 2004. She has been practicing and teaching Chinese Martial Arts for 14 years and has a keen interest in Traditional Chinese Medicine and enjoys helping people "see" into their bodies.
Whether you are suffering from a sports injury, wear and tear of the joints, migraine headaches, frozen shoulder, sciatica, back pain, knee problems, or you simply want a stress-relieving treatment that will rejuvenate, Shellie can help address these symptoms. She enjoys working with patients of all ages and all types of cases.She has been an exercise enthusiast all her life so understands how to treat the active bodies, but also has a special and gentle healing approach to a more vulnerable patient who has been injured or is recovering from surgery or suffering from a condition. She will always leave you with sound tools on how to aid in the improvement of your health.
Brandon PRISCIAK
Registered Massage Therapist
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Brandon is a Registered Massage Therapist who values the ideals of movement, exercise and self care to aid healing. Brandon entered the field for his love of sports and exercise.
Brandon grew up in small town Beaverton and didn't leave until University where I began my education in the field. Brandon graduated from University of Windsor with a BsK honours degree and a Biology Minor in 2015. Brandon became a physiotherapy assistant where he helped create and administer rehabilitation exercises. After 3 years, Brandon made the decision to be more involved in aiding patients in their care.
Brandon pursued his passion in Massage Therapy to better aid in spending more time with patients and work alongside them using the ideals of movement, exercise, and self care to help patients heal.
Kaylie GORDON
Certified STOTT PILATES® Instructor
Post-Rehabilitation Conditioning
Specialist and Athletic Conditioning Specialist
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Kaylie Gordon completed her BA degree with honors at the University of Western Ontario in 2007, and her Post-Graduate degree in arts and media at Griffith University in Australia in 2008.
Kaylie has had a passion for fitness from an early age and has worked in the health and wellness industry since 2002. In 2012, Kaylie reached her goal of becoming a STOTT PILATES Certified Instructor after her 100 hour apprenticeship at the STOTT PILATES head office in Toronto. She is trained in the full repertoire including Advanced Matwork, Reformer, Cadillac, Chair and Barrels, and is a Post-Rehab Specialist as well as an Athletic Conditioning Specialist.
In recent years her passion for Pilates and travel combined to take her around the world teaching Pilates in such countries as Spain, India and China! Kaylie is currently working towards becoming a STOTT PILATES Active For Life Specialist. She is committed to helping people reach their strength and conditioning goals!
Zack GOODMAN
Registered Kinesiologist
Certified Personal Trainer
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Zack completed his BSc in Kinesiology at the University of Western Ontario. He decided he wanted to further pursue his education and enrolled in a Masters Program at the University of Toronto. During his time at UofT, his thesis sought to determine the cardiovascular effects of recreational hockey in middle-aged men.
Zack became registered with the College of Kinesiology of Ontario wanting to pursue a career as a Kinesiologist. His passion for sport and exercise has led to his desire to help people maintain a healthy lifestyle and recover from injuries in a safe and active manner.
Zack aims to help the people he works with by building a solid foundation of mobility and stability in which to build further strength from. Using a evidence-based approach, you can be assured that the exercises and techniques that Zack uses are both effective and enjoyable.
Marina MAMMON
Social Worker
Counselling Services
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Marina Mammon is a Clinical Social Worker, MSW, RSW providing counselling services. She has a Psychology degree from York University and a Masters degree in Social Work from the University of Toronto (FIFSW). Marina pursues advanced training in psychotherapy to stay current in the field.
Marina can help you identify and address barriers that prevent you from reaching your goals. She has extensive experience working with stress, anxiety, depression and pain. For the past few years she has worked in the area of rehabilitation with individuals who have sustained injuries. She helps individuals better manage pain and stress that can result after an injury or accident.
She also has a background in health and nutrition, which she uses in therapy to help clients contend with food issues such as emotional eating and weight issues. Without dieting she can help individuals reach a healthy weight by addressing the underlying issues of emotional eating.
April TREWHITT
Registered Psychotherapist
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April Trewhitt is a Registered Psychotherapist. April has provided counselling for 10 + years to individuals and families.
April can help you identify obstacles that affect your quality of life, set goals, and develop strategies to help you move through them. She has extensive experience working with people who have noticed an increase in stress as a result of changes in their relationships, employment, pain from an injury and/or accident, parenting, and everyday stressors that feel overwhelming. She also has experience working with addiction, anxiety, depression, and other emotional and mental health experiences. April will work collaboratively with you, creating a space where you are heard and valued, which enables you to move forward with your life.
Depending on the patients needs and preferences, April uses a number of therapeutic modalities, including Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, and mindfulness approaches.
Caileigh WAUGH
Administrative Services
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