Our Team

Mo. Ismail Abdelkader

Adjunct Lecturer at University of Toronto
B.Sc. PT, RPT, AT, PT, MCPA, MOPA
President of Core Physical Care

Mo. Ismail Abdelkader, a Registered Physiotherapist with over 13 years of experience working with different Musculoskeletal complex cases, Neurological conditions, and Sports Medicine.

Not only is Ismail an Adjunct Lecturer at the University of Toronto, but he also is the co-President and the co-Founder of the OIEPB Alumni Association. Additionally, he sits on the OIEPB Advisory Council Committee. Ismail was granted two recognition awards from the University of Toronto for his teaching contributions in 2018 and 2019.

Ismail’s approach is strongly informed by evidence-based Active Therapy rather than more traditional passive modalities; pain management on its own is not rehab. He has always had a deep interest in utilizing multifocal techniques such as Soft Tissue Mobilization, Soft Tissue Release, Joint Mobilization, Trigger Point Relief, Active Therapy, Restorative Mobility Techniques, and Therapeutic Modalities to help people increase their wellness, quality of life, restore their mobility, and live their best life.

Outside of his academic and community private practices, Ismail likes to lead an active lifestyle via outdoor walks, functional training, martial arts, and habitual traveling.

Mo. Ismail Abdelkader - Core Physical Care

Krishna Rajeev

Physiotherapist Assistant

BIO: An internationally educated physiotherapist, I bring a diverse background to my profession. With two years of experience as a physiotherapist in India, I transitioned to Canada where I have been thriving as a physiotherapy assistant for the past three and a half years. My commitment to continuous learning led me to pursue a postgraduate degree in Advanced Health Care within the Canadian healthcare system. My expertise lies in addressing a spectrum of cases, from hip and knee issues to low back pain, conditioning, and orthopedic challenges. For nearly two years, I have been a valued member of Core Physical Care, contributing my skills to elevate patient care. Known for my patient-centered approach, I thrive in collaborative team environments, ensuring comprehensive and effective physiotherapy outcomes.
Hobbies: – I am passionate about classical dancing and like travelling.
City of residency :- Scarborough

Pooja Arora

Registered Physiotherapist

BIO:- Hello there! Do you or anyone you know have chronic swelling in any body part? If you do, chances are you have not been told in a meaningful way why that is or how you can manage it. I did my Doctor of Physical Therapy in the US and once I returned to Canada I became certified in Complex Decongestive Therapy (CDT). This is the gold standard approach to manage chronic swelling, particularly Lymphedema. I worked with this diagnosis exclusively for a number of years, everything from preventative treatment post lymph node removal to advanced stages of Lymphedema. I also love sharing my knowledge, teaching and facilitation at the University of Toronto. Outside of Physiotherapy, I enjoy trying new things – most recently rock climbing and karate! If you think you may benefit from a consult and/or treatment regarding chronic swelling, I would love to work with you.
Hobbies:- Singing, listening to podcasts on self improvement and trying new activities. Most recently I’ve tried rock climbing and karate
City of residency: –

Muzammil Ansari

Physiotherapist Assistant

BIO: – I am an internationally trained physiotherapist with over 12 years of experience working in different clinical settings [private clinic, LTC, multidisciplinary hospital and community care]. I have a Masters degree with specialization in Musculoskeletal and sports rehabilitation.
Hobbies: – Reading, cooking and travelling.
City of residency :- Scarborough

Bhargavi Mistry

Physiotherapist Assistant

BIO: I am an internationally trained physiotherapist and working as a Physiotherapy Assistant at present.

Hobbies: – Exploring new things, reading, dancing, etc….
City of residency :- London

Cynthia Head - Certified Senor’s Fitness Instructor Core Physical Care

Amal Alkhataib

Physiotherapist Assistant

BIO:- Professional physiotherapist with over 15 years of experience. Specialized in various areas like sports medicine and pediatrics. Provide a personalized treatment plan by using various techniques and exercises to improve mobility, reduce pain. And enhance overall well-being
Hobbies:- Enjoy swimming and reading
City of residency: -Mississauga

Sanjana Patel

Physiotherapist Assistant

BIO: – I am from India and I completed my physiotherapy from India. I did my internship in different departments like neuro, orthotics, gynecology, pedia and many more. I also worked in clinics as a Physiotherapy Assistant and worked as a medical officer in renowned pharmaceutical company. I came to Canada in august, 2022 and completed my fitness and health promotion program from Georgian college, Barrie. Right now I am working as a full time Physiotherapy Assistant in long term care.
Hobbies: – Travelling, playing different sports. .
City of residency :- Durham

Paul Swaby

Physiotherapist Assistant and Strength and Conditioning Coach

BIO:-Strength and Conditioning Coach, Owner of Facility fitness with 2 locations in Scarborough/Oshawa. In addition, Paul Swaby is a Physiotherapy assistant for the past 8 years with Core Physical Care.
Hobbies: – Paul is the only Activational Speaker in the world and his content can be found on ig:activationalspeaker
City of residency :- Whitby

Paul Swaby Conditioning Coach Core Physical Care

Wael Mikhael

Physiotherapy Assistant

BIO: – Internationally Trained Physiotherapist. Working as a Physiotherapy Assistant in Canada for over 3 years. Specialized in performing various treatments including Stroke program, Sports injuries rehabilitation, Motor Vehicle Accidents, and Post-surgery Management.
Hobbies: – Football
City of residency :- Scarborough

Viral Dhanani

Physiotherapy Assistant

BIO: – I am an internationally trained physiotherapist with over 5 years of experience working in India. I have been working as a Physiotherapy Assistant in Canada for a year now. I have experience in various cases such as Musculoskeletal, Neurological conditions, pediatric, and in post-operative management.
Hobbies: – Exploring the world, Yoga, Play Garba
City of residency :- Kitchener

Pramod Kapari

Physiotherapy Assistant

BIO: – A compassionate physiotherapy assistant combines expertise and empathy to support patients in their rehabilitation journey. Dedicated to promote wellbeing, excels in fostering the personalized and caring environment for optimal recovery. Through team work and empathy strives to make a positive impact on the lives of those undergoing rehabilitation.
Hobbies: – Travelling , Playing cricket , Watching movies, meeting new people
City of residency :- London

Sanafareen Khan

Registered Physioherapist

BIO: – I am an internationally trained Physiotherapist. I joined CPCC in June 2023 as a Resident PT and now I am working as a Registered Physiotherapist
Hobbies: – Reading, exploring new places
City of residency: – Cambridge

Krupa Prajapati

Physiotherapy Assistant

BIO: – I am an internationally educated physiotherapist, currently working as a Physiotherapy Assistant and an Admin at Core Physical Care since August 2023. I completed my bachelor’s degree of physiotherapy in 2021, and then I was working in hospital in India for 2 years.
Hobbies: Playing badminton, and Watching sports.
City of residency: – Scarborough

Anas Naeem

Physiotherapy Assistant

BIO: – Hello I am Anas, working as a Physiotherapist Assistant
Hobbies: – I like to travel
City of residency:- Hamilton

Sally Vu

Physiotherapy Assistant

BIO: – Current resident of Windsor, with background experience in Exercise Therapy! Aspiring physiotherapist and passionate in yoga, strength training and pilates. Happy to work with you!
Hobbies: – yoga, strength training, pilates, reading
City of residency: – Windsor

Priyanka Shah

Physiotherapy Assistant

BIO: – I am an internationally trained physiotherapist. Have majorly worked for orthopedic and MVA cases. Have six years and above of experience. Also have done certification courses for Kinesotaping , MFR, IASTM, Cupping and other manual therapy. My passion lies in helping individuals regain function and improve their quality of life through personalized rehabilitation programs.
Hobbies: Skating, reading books
City of residency: – Oshawa

Hassam Sarwar Rana

Physiotherapy Assistant

BIO: – Internationally educated Physiotherapist, working as Physiotherapy Assistant for almost 4 years, working for this amazing company since 2022, love to motivate people and educate them. Always there to help people.
Hobbies: Badminton, book reading, watching movies
City of residency: – North York

Jairus Umipig

Physiotherapy Assistant

BIO: – An internationally trained Physiotherapist with years of experience in various cases such as Musculoskeletal, Neurological conditions, and Sports related injuries. Now residing in Canada working as a Physiotherapy Assistant.
Hobbies: Basketball, baseball, football, tv shows
City of residency: – Toronto

Riddhi Patel

Physiotherapy Assistant

BIO: I am an internationally trained Physiotherapist, I have worked in India as a physiotherapist for 2 years and in Canada I have been working as Physiotherapy Assistant for 3 years
Hobbies:- Playing out door spots, reading books and cooking
City of residency: -Cambridge

Kuldip Barot

Physiotherapy Assistant

BIO:- My name is Kuldip and I’m working as a physical therapy assistant since 2020 in Canada and also have degree of physical therapy from India. I am passionate about hands-on rehab as well as good education regarding the anatomy of healthy bodies, injury prevention and maintaining good body mechanics during everyday activities.
Hobbies:- Sports activities and Badminton
City of residency: -Belleville

Yiudmila Martinez

Personal Trainer Specialist

BIO:- Hello my name its Yiudmila, but people call me Mila, I am passionate about health and Wellness .Dedicated to promoting holistic well-being, I have immersed myself in the health and wellness industry for over 5 years. As a certified Personal Trainer Specialist, Yoga instructor, and Movement Coach, I’ve honed my skills to guide others on their fitness journey. Currently serving as a Physiotherapy Assistant, I’ve collaborated with healthcare professionals, applying my expertise to enhance patients’ recovery and overall health. My multifaceted role reflects a commitment to fostering physical and mental resilience in those I serve. I am Passionate about my role as a Physiotherapy Assistant and I find fulfillment in contributing to the well-being of others. Through hands-on support and collaboration with healthcare professionals, I strive to make a positive impact on patients’ lives, fostering their journey to recovery and improved physical health.
Hobbies:- Physical Activities like Yoga , Fitness among others , Reading
City of residency: -Etobicoke, Toronto

Vishap Jogiani

Physiotherapy Assistant

BIO:- An aspiring team worker, hard working and dedicated professional who want to meet the challenges posted in Physiotherapy field. I have an experience of about 12 years in my field.
Hobbies:- Playing cricket, Volleyball and Indoor games
City of residency: –

Maria Alejandra Rondon Camejo

Physiotherapy Assistant

BIO:- I am Maria Alejandra, a former physiotherapist who received training in Venezuela. I possess more than a decade of expertise in providing patient rehabilitation services for diverse requirements in both Venezuela and Canada. Possessing outstanding skills and expertise in various techniques to enhance physical motion, regain mobility, perform myofascial release, and strengthen muscles. I’m fluent in English, Spanish, and basic French. I am presently in the process of acquiring my license to become a registered physiotherapist in Canada..
Hobbies:- Baking, singing, listening to music and reading.
City of residency: -Oakville, Ontario.

Jaininder Mohan

Acupuncturists / Massage Therapist

BIO:- I have been working and treating individuals in the Toronto population since 1995. From my passion of helping others, I pursued a career in massage therapy and acupuncture. I became registered with the College of Massage Therapy of Ontario in 2003 and the College of Acupuncturists of Ontario in 2017. I continue to practice as a regulated professional of Homeopathy, Massage Therapy and Acupuncture in Ontario in multidisciplinary clinics. As a licensed Homeopathic Consultant, I have been providing ongoing consultations and medication in treating acute and chronic conditions such as endocrine, respiratory, mental health, renal, urinary, cardiovascular and many more.
Hobbies:- Playing cricket
City of residency: – Pickering

Priyank Patel

Physiotherapist Assistant

BIO:- I have almost two years of work experience as a Physiotherapy Assistant(PTA) in the clinic and in home location. I have been working with Core Physical Care since 2021. I also worked as a PTA at We Fix U physiotherapy and foot care center, in Oshawa.
Hobbies:- cooking, watching cinema and reading.
City of residency: -Whitby, ON

Tanja Degen

Chiropractor

BIO: – Doctor of Chiropractic over 30 year’s experience, specializing in sports injuries, orthotics, and acupuncture. Also a CPT (certified personal trainer).
Hobbies: – Triathlon, Yoga, and Weight training,
City of residency: – Toronto.

Renju Thomas

Registered Massage Therapist And

Physiotherapy Assistant

BIO: – Massage Therapy, Physiotherapy
Hobbies: –
City of residency: – Alliston

Riya Saha

Physiotherapy Assistant

BIO: – Hello, My Name is Riya. I am an international certified Physiotherapist with 2 years of experience in India and over 3 + years of Physiotherapy Assistant experience in Canada. Working as a Physiotherapy Assistant (part time) with Core physical care since past 2 years.
Hobbies: Dancing, Playing Guitar, Swimming and hiking are usually my go to part time things.
City of residency: – North York, Toronto.

Mohammadsaeb Mohajerinav

Physiotherapy Assistant

BIO:- As someone who graduated from an international physiotherapy program, I have extensive experience in physiotherapy and rehabilitation, especially with elderly individuals and the senior population. Under the direction of a registered physiotherapist, my role involves providing a wide range of physiotherapy services to improve clients’ strength, flexibility, and balance, promoting their independence and enhancing their quality of life. These customer-centered services have significantly impacted the health and independence of clients in their daily activities.
Hobbies:- My hobbies include walking, traveling, spending time with family, and reading.
City of residency: -Mississauga, ON

Colin Cortez

Physiotherapy Assistant

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Diana Baldo

Physiotherapy Assistant And

Soft Tissue Release Specialist

Info Coming Soon!

Ismail Abdelkader

Adjunct Lecturer at University of Toronto
B.Sc. PT, RPT, AT, PT, MCPA, MOPA
President of Core Physical Care

Mo. Ismail Abdelkader, a Registered Physiotherapist with over 13 years of experience working with different Musculoskeletal complex cases, Neurological conditions, and Sports Medicine.

Outside of his academic and community private practices, Ismail likes to lead an active lifestyle via outdoor walks, functional training, martial arts, and habitual traveling.

Andrea Cortes

Team Coordinator / Physiotherapist Assistant

Andrea is an internationally trained Physiotherapist with over 10 years of healthcare experience (Licensed in Colombia and Spain). Recently graduated with Honors from Centennial College as Workplace Wellness and Health Promoter. Specialized in performing various treatments including Post-surgery rehab, Stroke program, Sports injuries rehab, MVA, Postural Disorders, Pediatrics, and Pregnancy and Post-partum. She loves that her work is about helping others. She is also our Team Coordinator developing several administrative functions and helping with smooth flow coordination between all team members. When not working with clients, she enjoys travelling, snowboarding, and spending time with her family.

Cynthia Head

Certified Seniors’ Fitness Instructor

Cynthia is a fitness specialist who works with older adults and women over 50. She is trained in various techniques and approaches including Heart Wise Exercise, Slap Tap and Clap, Seniors Yogafit, Bonefit, Arthritis Exercise, and Smartcore. When not working with clients, she enjoys inline skating, cycling, running and most forms of strength training.

Sam Housseini

Physiotherapist Assistant

Hi, my name is Sam and I’m a proud member of the CPC team. I am a certified personal trainer, athletic therapy student, as well as an RMT student. My philosophy is based on helping others maximize the potential of their body and mind as one unit. I enjoy helping others become the best versions of themselves through a variety of tools including functional movement, strength training, as well as hands-on therapeutic modalities. Looking forward to working with you, cheers.