What sport organizations, teams, or associations have you been involved with throughout your career?
● McMaster Marauders Men’s Soccer team
● North York Rangers Hockey Club
● North Mississauga Soccer Club
● London Knights Hockey Club
What is your role in supporting the sport physiotherapy fellows throughout their fellowship, and what do you enjoy most about it?
My role is the team Physiotherapist for the London Knights. I support and mentor the Physiotherapy Fellow who will be working alongside me with the Knights. Sharing my knowledge in sports rehabilitation is a fulfilling experience as I really enjoy mentoring Physiotherapists as they navigate their professional career.
How would you describe the learning environment and culture within the fellowship?
The learning environment working with the Knights is very dynamic, demanding, but very rewarding. It is a high-stakes, performance-driven environment involving many non-physio-related tasks and long hours at the arena or on the bus. The rewarding part is working with very high-level athletes, many of whom will go on to play professionally in the National Hockey League (NHL). Overall, at Fowler Kennedy, we are all a pretty tight-knit group and family. We strive to create a supportive environment, we all love sports and enjoy lifelong learning!
What advice would you give someone who is thinking about applying for the fellowship?
My advice is to embrace the challenge and the unexpected. Make as many connections as you can! You never know where you will end up in the future. Also, the most important factor is to have a passion for sports. It’s the reason we love what we do!
Fowler Kennedy is an amazing place to learn. The multi-disciplinary nature of Physiotherapists, Sport Medicine Physicians, Orthopaedic Surgeons and more, create a collaborative environment for learning and innovation. The experiences and connections you make at Fowler Kennedy will no doubt help with your professional development and advance your career.
Ready to Apply? Please Follow the Link Below to Learn More about Fowler Kennedy’s Physiotherapy Sport Fellowship.