Our Physiotherapy & Admin Team
Janet MacKinnon
Registered Physiotherapist, MSc (PT), MSc (Bio Med), BSc Hon, Clinic DirectorJanet has a passion for keeping people active at all ages and stages of life. By working closely as a team with her clients, Janet is able to create a personal achievable program for any level of fitness. Janet works with all genders experiencing orthopaedic or pelvic health issues.
Janet is a graduate of University of Guelph and McMaster University. Having over 10 years of experience in both pelvic health and orthopaedic physiotherapy allows her to generate a comprehensive treatment plan that addresses the whole body. Janet specializes in Pelvic Health having taken Pelvic Health Physiotherapy levels 1-5 (Female and Male Urinary Incontinence), Pelvic Pain, Pregnancy, and Anorectal Disorders as well as further courses for pregnancy and exercise. Janet has completed courses in acupuncture through McMaster University, as well as many running injury and female athlete courses.
Janet has taught at the University of Guelph and at the Canadian Sport Institute Ontario sharing her passion for physiotherapy and health.
Janet can often be seen running around Guelph either driving kids to hockey, dance and swimming or herself running the roads and trails.
Areas of Specific Training:
Running rehabilitation
Female athlete rehabilitation
Pregnancy and pelvic girdle pain
Post-partum care including vaginal and cesarean birth
Urinary Incontinence
Dyspareunia
Acupuncture
Areas of Clinical Interest:
Athletic rehabilitation
Incontinence
Pelvic pain and prolapse
Exercise through the perinatal period
Menopause
Transgender health
Kanzah Hassan
Registered Physiotherapist, DPTI am enthusiastic about pelvic health and musculoskeletal physiotherapy, and I strive to provide patient-centered, evidence based treatment tailored to each individual’s needs and goals.
My approach is grounded in empathy, active listening, and ongoing learning—ensuring that every patient feels supported and empowered throughout their recovery journey.
Outside the clinic, I’m a food enthusiast who loves experimenting with different flavors in the kitchen. I also enjoy spending quality time with my family, getting lost in a good novel, catching up on sleep (underrated!), and unwinding through doodling and creative sketching.
Jackie Sinkeldam
Registered Physiotherapist, BHSc (PT), BSc Hon (HK), MClSc, FCAMT, CAFCI, Senior AdvisorJackie is a graduate of the University of Guelph and McMaster University. She is the senior and founding partner of Eramosa Physiotherapy Associates, who has been providing excellence in physiotherapy and allied services for over 25 years. She has successfully completed her Intermediate Manual Therapy and Advanced Manual Therapy Exam (FCAMPT). In addition, Jackie has furthered her education by completing her Certificate of Acupuncture Foundation of Canada (CAFCI), Concussion Management, Vestibular Rehabilitation, and is known as a local Pelvic Health Care Leader. She has previously been a clinical instructor for McMaster University and continues to be involved with ongoing research projects through both McMaster and the University of Guelph. Her passion continues to be researching and developing physiotherapy programs to meet the needs of EPA’s clients. EPA’s physiotherapy programs are based on principles in Manual Therapy, Specialized Exercise, Soft Tissue Release, Acupuncture and other modalities. EPA prides itself in being a leader in shoulder, low back, knee, women’s health, concussion management, pelvic health, and vestibular rehabilitation. Jackie is readily found promoting physiotherapy and its benefits through speaking engagements in the community, providing entrepreneurial and business mentorship and volunteering her clinical physiotherapy skills to under-serviced community groups. She continues to live in Guelph with her husband Dean and now 4 adult children. If you see her running on the trails, she is likely lost, so give her some direction.
Julia Matthews
AdministratorJulia looks after the front desk administration and client scheduling at our Gordon Street clinic.
Outside the clinic, Julia enjoys travelling, reading, walking, cooking, and word puzzles!
Maria Gomez
HR Generalist*Please note that Maria is currently on maternity leave*
Maria holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a diploma in Business Administration – Human Resources. Maria has over five years of experience working in various industries such as healthcare, technology, and consulting.
Heena Kumar
HR GeneralistMy name is Heena Kumar, and I hold an MBA with a dual specialization in Finance and Human Resources, as well as a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. My academic background has provided me with a strong foundation in both business and people management, which I have built upon through hands-on experience in Human Resources.
My HR experience includes recruitment, onboarding, employee engagement, and supporting workplace policy implementation. I have a particular interest in creating positive employee experiences and streamlining HR processes to support both staff and organizational goals.
I’m known for being detail-oriented, approachable, and committed to continuous learning. I have a passion for discovering new places, cuisines, and cultures, which broadens my perspective and often leads to meaningful conversations. In my free time, I enjoy spending quality time with my family.
I’m truly excited to be joining the EPA team and look forward to contributing to a collaborative and supportive workplace.
Sylvia Kalman
Marketing and Communications CoordinatorSylvia graduated from the Gordon S. Lang School of Business at the University of Guelph with a Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing Management. As EPA and GWHA’s Marketing & Communications Coordinator, she oversees all areas of marketing and communication, including social media accounts, website management, graphic design, and client email communication.
If you’re interested in exploring a community partnership with Eramosa Physiotherapy Associates, you can reach out to Sylvia directly at sylvia.kalman@eramosaphysio.com
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