Cynthiya Baskaran, BKin

Exercise Therapist

Client Relations Associate

Cynthiya completed her Bachelor of Arts specialized Honours Degree in Kinesiology at York University. She is extremely driven and enthusiastic with a tremendous passion for physiotherapy, sports and helping others. She is experienced with treating those recovering from chronic pain and injuries. She is very knowledgeable regarding physical therapy services.

With a combination of her academic and practical experience, she is able to apply her valuable skill set to clients and is dedicated to making a meaningful impact on people’s lives.

Exercise has always been an important part of her life. She loves to empower others and help them become the best version of themselves while achieving their goals. She wants to bring transformative change to SHAPE and provide one on one care to her clients.

In her free time, she enjoys lifting at the gym and spending time with her family. She also loves trying new things and going on adventures.

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Randy Correia, BSc (Kin), CSCS Exercise Therapist

Randy holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Kinesiology from the University of Guelph Humber. He is recognized by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) as a National Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). He is also registering as a certified Kinesiologist with the Ontario Kinesiology Association (OKA).

His passion for fitness has come from a participation in a variety of sports such as: football, soccer, ball hockey and volleyball, at both recreational and competitive levels. Through the years in the participation in these sports, he has been exposed to injuries both to him and teammates that has led to a deep understanding of the importance of fitness and exercise as a successful preventative approach. This knowledge led to several years in exercise rehabilitation and injury prevention where he has garnered a training method that includes functionality, stability, endurance, strength and flexibility.

With Randy as your SHAPE conditioning specialist and personal trainer, you can expect integrity, purpose and functionality. He will make sure that your exercise program is specific to your goals and motivate you to achieve phenomenal results with various training styles from metabolic conditioning to strength. It is time to get that mind, body and soul into SHAPE!

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Dr. Sender Deutsch DC, Medical Acupuncture, CSCS, ART®, CGFI Clinic Director - Chiropractor Acupuncture Exercise Therapist Active Release Techniques ® Soft Tissue Treatment Provider Certified Golf Fitness Instructor Synergy Performance Tape Provider E-MAIL SENDER Interview With Sender

Dr. Sender Deutsch is one of the creators and founders of SHAPE Health and Wellness Centre. SHAPE’S comprehensive and multidisciplinary concept was derived from his strong educational background and in-depth experience within the health and wellness industry. As a result of his experience treating numerous patients and clients, Dr. Deutsch came to the realization that a facility with this orientation did not exist. SHAPE’s goal is to provide a personalized service, guided by health care professionals, in an upscale friendly atmosphere.

SHAPE was developed to revolutionize your lifestyle. It is Toronto’s first truly integrated boutique health and wellness centre offering a total mind and body approach to your health.

Dr. Sender Deutsch is a graduate of the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC), where he obtained his Doctor of Chiropractic and Diploma in Acupuncture. Dr. Deutsch has successfully completed Level Two of the Rehabilitation Sciences Fellowship program with the American Chiropractic Rehabilitation Board (ACRB).

Prior to attending CMCC, Dr. Deutsch studied Kinesiology and Sports Therapy at York University. Dr. Deutsch is also a Certified Active Release Techniques(ART®) Provider (Master’s, Upper Extremity, Lower Extremity, Spine and Nerve Entrapment), Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and Personal Trainer of the National Strength and Conditioning Association, Certified Golf Fitness Instructor of The Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) and Certified Sports Movement Specialist. He is also certified in Synergy Performance Taping, Custom Orthotic Therapy and Bracing. Dr. Deutsch has also taken post graduate courses in Medical Acupuncture, Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS), Sports Medicine, Manual Medicine, Functional Training, Golf Performance Training, sports kinesio-taping and fascial abrasion techniques.

Dr. Deutsch completed his clinical internship at the Sherbourne Health Centre at St. Michael’s Hospital. He actively participates in sports medicine and orthopedic rounds at Mount Sinai and North York General Hospital. He has also participated in spinal orthopedic rounds at Toronto Western Hospital and family practice rounds at St. Michael’s Hospital.

He has a wealth of experience training and rehabilitating people of all ages. He has worked with amateur and professional athletes from the NHL, OHL, NCAA, national skiers, adventure racers and has worked with various media personalities, celebrity clients and CEO’s. In addition, Sender has experience with everyday people including both weekend warriors to those who led previous sedentary lifestyles. Dr. Deutsch has been a faculty member at CMCC in the Department of Clinical Education since 2002.

Dr. Deutsch has been featured on City TV, CP24, Slice TV - Doctor In The House, Three Takes, and The Mom Show, CFRB Talk Radio and appeared in numerous articles within Toronto Life, Oxygen, Hello and Flare magazines, The Toronto Sun, The Globe and Mail, Metro News, Fitness Business Canada, Canadian Chiropractor, Chiropractic Economics, 2-Magazine, Wedding Bells, London Press, and CA magazine.

Dr. Deutsch’s approach to treatment and training is totally revolutionary and unique. He has developed a two-step program called ‘Integrated Therapy and Training (ITT)’ integrating state-of-the art Physical Therapy with High Performance Personal Training techniques. Each treatment is one-on-one and constantly monitored to ensure progress and success in a timely fashion.

Educating the patient is an essential component of any rehabilitation or fitness program. Therefore, each patient will be guided to effectively manage and prevent his or her condition from recurring in the future. An individualized program will be designed to rehabilitate your injury, expedite your recovery, achieve your goals and optimize your performance.

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Moamen Elhendawi, BSc (Kin), CPT Kinesiolgist Exercise Therapist Personal Trainer

Moamen received his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from McMaster University and he is currently in the process of becoming a Registered Kinesiologist. He is also recognized by the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP) as a Certified Personal Trainer, reflecting his proficiency in designing personalized exercise programs and guiding clients toward their fitness goals. Beyond his academic achievements, Moamen boasts a strong athletic background, having excelled in gymnastics, soccer, and rugby at both provincial and national levels. These experiences have exposed him to various training styles, adding to his training repertoire.

Currently a student pursuing a Doctoral degree in Naturopathic Medicine, Moamen’s passion lies in forging meaningful connections with clients and empowering them to attain their health and wellness goals. He advocates for an individualized and holistic approach to healthcare, believing that each person’s well-being is a unique journey that deserves tailored attention.

Moamen’s training philosophy is firmly rooted in evidence-based practices, emphasizing the “train-to-failure” approach. This approach ensures that he consistently encourages his clients to strive for their absolute best, pushing boundaries and achieving their full potential in every session. With an ever-evolving commitment to learning and an unwavering passion for fitness and holistic healthcare, Moamen is poised to make a positive impact on the health and wellness of each and every one of his clients.

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Valerie Hawke has over 15 years’ experience as a physiotherapist. She has practised in Canada and internationally in the United States and Australia, and is thrilled to have recently returned from Australia to her hometown of Toronto. She brings a wealth of knowledge in orthopaedic rehabilitation, dry needling, kinesiotaping, Pilates (matwork), pelvic health, and vestibular training. She has enjoyed working with clients from ages two to 98. Her past clients include amateur and professional athletes, weekend warriors, and those aspiring to increase their daily activity level and fitness. With a passion for manual therapy and exercise rehabilitation, Valerie will guide your recovery from musculoskeletal injuries and dysfunction, post-surgical rehabilitation, neck and back pain, pelvic health, dizziness, and can lead you through ergonomic assessment and redesign, and assist in maximising your general well-being and mobility.

Valerie is a mother of two wonderfully active and creative children. She has a history of participation in sport including rhythmic gymnastics, rugby union, dance and singing, and has developed a love of ocean swimming over the past number of years in Australia.

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Gordon Hill BHK, CAT(C) Certified Athletic Therapist Conditioning Specialist

Gordon is a highly skilled and certified Athletic Therapist with extensive experience in assessments, rehabilitation, and management of musculoskeletal injuries in both clinical and on-field settings. He specializes in working with high-performance athletes, including national-level basketball players, varsity sports teams, and professional football athletes, as well as general population patients. Gordon is also a Certified First Responder with abundant experience in sideline injury assessments and field management. He is currently pursuing his Registered Massage Therapy degree at Royal Canadian College of Massage Therapy.

In his spare time, Gordon works with the York Simcoe Express AAA Hockey team, providing sideline injury management and communicating return-to-play decisions. He has also worked with the Saskatchewan Roughriders and George Brown College, where he supported athletes with injury assessments, rehabilitation, and injury prevention programs.

Gordon holds a Bachelor of Applied Health Sciences in Athletic Therapy from Sheridan College and a Bachelor of Human Kinetics from the University of Windsor. He is certified by the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association (CATA) and the Canadian Red Cross as a First Responder, and has additional certifications in advanced soft tissue techniques, such as cupping.

With a strong commitment to patient care, Gordon is known for his excellent communication, organizational skills, and ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams. His dedication to continuous learning and passion for sports therapy ensure that he provides the highest level of care to our patients, including those athletes who are on the ice, fields and courts etc.

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Excel Mba Exercise Therapist Client Relations Associate

Excel is has a specialized Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. Her previous experience in clinical physiotherapy/rehabilitation settings has prepared her to be well equipped for the SHAPE team. Excel has a passion for fitness and activity that was fuelled by her participation in numerous sports teams as an adolescent.

As a personal trainer with a kinesiology background, Excel has been exposed to many opportunities where she has fined tuned her knowledge and abilities for Athletic training. She is well versed in strength/power training as well as weight loss and maintenance training. She hopes to bring this enthusiasm to her experience at SHAPE and interaction with SHAPE clientele. In her free time, she enjoys weightlifting, playing sports and spending time with her friends and family. She hopes to bring a positive and personable experience to SHAPE clients and grow with the SHAPE team.

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Riya Shah BKin, RMT Registered Massage Therapy Exercise Therapist Client Relations Associate

Riya is an incredible Registered Massage Therapist from Sutherland - Chan School of Massage Therapy. She also received her Bachelor’s of Kinesiology from the University of Toronto. Her passion is to help others’ physical health and well-being, which motivated her to pursue a career in massage therapy post graduate. Throughout her studies, she has gained extensive clinical experience working with a wide demographic population, with various musculoskeletal conditions.

Along with her previous knowledge in exercise therapy and rehabilitation, Riya believes that each client is unique with their personalized process of recovery. Her treatment style is a holistic, patient - centered approach with the goal of catering to the individual needs of the patient in order to achieve long term effects towards their overall well-being.

In her free time, Riya loves to play cricket, practice meditation and paint.

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Kevin Villafana BA Hons (Kin.), MScPT, ART®, CSCS Registered Physiotherapist ART® Active Release Techniques Provider Acupuncture Exercise Therapist

Kevin has always had an intrinsic understanding of the importance of fitness and training from his competitive days in soccer and volleyball to the present, enjoying recreational sports such as soccer, hockey, tennis, yoga, squash, basketball and ultimate Frisbee. Kevin was exposed to the benefits of Physiotherapy when a devastating injury prevented him from enjoying his passion for sports. As a patient he sought out Physiotherapy for the first time and shortly after, he was restored to full function with no limitations allowing him to return to his beloved sports. It was this experience that motivated Kevin to pursue his Masters degree in Physiotherapy.

Kevin began his journey by acquiring a Bachelor of Arts degree in Kinesiology and Health Sciences with a minor in Psychology at York University. This allowed him to understand the science behind human movement which is crucial for the specific training and conditioning of his clients. Kevin then went on to complete his Master of Science degree in Physiotherapy at Queen’s University and also completed training to become a Certified Strengthening & Conditioning Specialist. His completion of courses in ART®, Medical Acupuncture, Kinesio/Athletic/Leuko Taping, Athletic Therapy, Athletic Injuries, courses from the Advanced Physical Therapy Education Institute, and experience in 5 orthopedic settings has providing him with the tools to affectively treat and restore full function to his clients.

Kevin has over 3 years of experience and was recently recommended in an article from the magazine Delectably Chic (link under ‘media’ section above). Kevin has a strong foundation in managing acute and chronic low back and neck pain, various sport injuries, muscle strains, ligament sprains, repetitive strain and rotator cuff injuries, functional rehabilitation; in addition to a variety of other musculoskeletal impairments resulting from everyday and/or recreational activities. In order to treat these conditions he can provide joint mobilizations to improve movement, spinal manipulations, specific manual stretching, therapeutic taping, soft tissue and myofascial release/massage and specific exercises to rehabilitate and prevent injuries.

Kevin has always appreciated the complexity and immense physical capabilities of a single human being. Thus, he trains and treats every client as a unique individual with specific goals which optimizes their results. This is why he has dedicated his life to studying the human body, and why he is motivated to continually advance his professional expertise. Kevin believes that with guided education, treatment and training, every client can benefit from a little push in the right direction to achieve their full potential. His charismatic and motivated personality combined with his extensive knowledge base provide him with the right tools to be a valuable member of the SHAPE team.

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