Emily graduated from the University of Alberta in 2011 with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. After working as a Kinesiologist and Strength and Conditioning Coach, Emily returned to the University of Alberta in 2015 and completed a Master of Science in Physical Therapy. Following graduation, Emily went on to obtain additional certification in spinal manipulation, functional dry needling and concussion management. She recently completed a Master of Clinical Science in Advanced Healthcare Practice in the field of Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy at Western University. Emily is a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapist as well as a member of both the sport and manual therapy divisions of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association.

Emily joins the team at the Toronto Rock Sport Medicine and Wellness Centre having previously worked alongside the Canadian Armed Forces as a civilian Physiotherapist for 8 years. On the sideline, Emily has worked with a variety of sports including lacrosse, baseball, soccer, rugby and basketball. Most recently working with the Team Canada at the Box Lacrosse World Championships and with the Edmonton Miners Lacrosse Club where she had the privilege of joining them at the 2022 Minto Cup. Emily is the current Physiotherapist for the Toronto Rock and the Oakville Rock Sr. B Team.

Emily’s passion for sports and sport medicine developed during her time playing basketball in Alberta. She takes pride in bringing her patients high quality and evidence-informed treatment that focuses on helping them meet their goals, improve their performance and get them back to the activities they love. Emily has a special interest in assisting patients’ return to sport after surgery.