Welcome to Kids Physio - Hamilton! Our clinic is centrally located on Wilson St East in old Ancaster just minutes from the Linc, the 403 and McMaster Children’s Hospital. We are conveniently located near Tim Hortons, many restaurants, the Ancaster Public Library, as well as Meadowlands Power Centre.
While Hamilton Kids Physio's in-clinic visits are available and bookable online, we also offer telehealth if that is better for your family.
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Kara O'Donnell
Physiotherapist & Clinic Owner
With a keen interest in biomechanics and athletics, Kara has a passion for working with kids with sports injuries including concussions. With a combination of manual therapies, exercise therapy and/or contemporary medical acupuncture and an understanding of what sports mean to kids, Kara loves helping athletes return to full strength and participate in the sports they love.
EDUCATION
• Honours Bachelor of Science Kinesiology from McMaster University
• MScPT from McMaster University
• Upper quadrant Orthopaedic Manual Therapy course 1 and 2
• McMaster Contemporary Acupuncture course
• Level one and two in Cueves Medek Exercises (CME)
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Kaitlyn Ross
Senior Physiotherapist
Her paediatric physiotherapy experience began in 2012. Kaitlyn’s clinical practice has ranged from interdisciplinary paediatric clinics, and hospital settings, to a paediatric oncology research study at the Hospital for Sick Children (Sickkids). She is passionate about helping kids and their families meet goals while accomplishing this in a fun and energetic environment!
EDUCATION
• HMScPT Master of Science in Physiotherapy McMaster University 2012
• BKIN Bachelor of Kinesiology Brock University 2010
• Cure Duchenne Certified Physical Therapist
• Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy: Current Understanding and Treatment
• Dynamic Core for Kids
• Pre and Post Frenectomy Oral Motor Function for the Precrawling Baby
• Infant Feeding Support and Physiotherapist Role
• Therapeutic Taping Course
• Infant Torticollis and Plagiocephaly Continuing Education Course
• Management of Paediatric Obesity: A Practical Approach
• Keeping Kids Moving: Current Practice in Paediatrics Musculoskeletal
• Rehabilitation
• Newborn Feeding from Physiotherapy Perspective
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Hayley Neale
Physiotherapist
Hayley has always had a passion for working with kids having spent many summers as a camp counsellor and working for local child and youth programs. Hayley has experience working with kids of all ages and abilities; she has worked with children with cerebral palsy, Autism spectrum disorder, delayed gross motor skills, and a variety of musculoskeletal conditions. Volunteering at Hamilton Kids Physio solidified her passion for working with children and youths.
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Fausta Ferzoco
Physiotherapist & Community Engagement Manager
Fausta appreciates the importance of physical expression and utilizes her dance background to enhance her understanding of human movement. This is particularly beneficial in her work with young dancers, helping them achieve their highest potential and recover from injuries. Her expertise extends to treating babies with developmental delays, torticollis, plagiocephaly, children with neurological conditions, and sports injuries. Fausta embraces a play-based, evidence-supported approach to therapy, working closely with families to ensure that each child achieves their fullest potential.
EDUCATION
• Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science from the University of Guelph
• Orthopaedic Surveillance for Children with Cerebral Palsy (Kyra Kane)
• Choices and Changes: Motivating Healthy Behaviours
• “The Kids Running Course” by Kids Physio Group x The Running Physio
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Sabrina Gravina
Locum Physiotherapist
As a registered physiotherapist, Sabrina strives to provide evidence-based care and has completed additional coursework and training in soft tissue release techniques, manual therapy, concussion management, and vestibular rehabilitation therapy. Sabrina is also a contemporary medical acupuncture provider and is a certified Functional Range Release (FR) and Functional Range Conditioning (FRC) provider.
EDUCATION
• Honours Science in Kinesiology from McMaster University
• Master of Science in Physical Therapy from Queen’s University
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Sara Riazi
Physiotherapist
Since graduating, Sara has worked primarily in the field of orthopaedics, seizing any and all opportunities to work with children, and came quickly to the realization that working with kids is her true passion. Sara has experience working with infant conditions, cerebral palsy, vestibular conditions, paediatric gait, and sports injuries and has expanded her scope in the area of paediatric pelvic health, helping kids become bowel and bladder bosses. She is not afraid to bring out her silly side and her sense of humour is known for creating serious belly laughs.
EDUCATION
• Masters of Science in Physiotherapy from McMaster University
• Masters of Science in Biomechanics from the University of Guelph
• Bachelor of Science in Human Kinetics from the University of Guelph
• Kinactive Kids Building Blocks for Clinicians
• Pediatric Pelvic Level 1: Treatment of Bowel and Bladder Disorders: Evaluation and Treatment of Dysfunctional Voiding, Bedwetting, and Constipation
• Pediatric Pelvic Level 2: Advanced Pediatric Bowel and Bladder Disorders: Evaluation, and Treatment of Complex Bowel and Bladder Disorders Using a Whole Body Approach
• AIM Level 1 - National Orthopedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association
• AIM Level 2 Upper - National Orthopedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association
• AIM Level 2 Lower - National Orthopedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association
• Dry Needling Level 1 - Acupuncture Foundation of Canada
• Acupuncture Level 1 - Acupuncture Foundation of Canada
• Introductory and Advanced Vestibular Rehabilitation - Dizziness and Balance Rehabilitation Clinic
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Mallory Mackay
Client Care Manager
When Mallory isn’t rolling around in the dirt at the baseball diamond you can find her bundled up at the arena taking in some hockey. While she enjoys watching the kids of friends and family play, her allegiance lies with a local junior C team for whom she has been a superfan for nearly two decades. Mallory looks forward to chatting with you on the phone and welcoming you into our space.
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Sarah Colantino
Client Care Manager
Sarah Colantino
Client Care Manager
Sarah has a fresh and unique perspective on life and accessibility as she also has a sister who is a quadreplegic. She loves to read, cook, travel and spend time with family. Sarah enjoys spending time outdoors by snowmobling, ice fishing, boating, and summer fishing. She has been on 2 fly-in fishing trips and has driven 40km into the bush on a snowmoblie for remote fishing, snowshoeing and winter fun!
EDUCATION
• Bachelor of Arts - History/Humanities (McMaster University) • Bachelor of Arts - Classics/Humanities (McMaster University) • Post-Grad Certification Event Management (Niagara College) • Human Resources Management Diploma (McMaster Continuing Education)
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Ranisha Kuni
Client Care Coordinator
Ranisha Kuni
Client Care Coordinator
During the summer, Ranisha enjoys taking her dog for long walks and can often be found playing basketball with friends. In the winter months, she enjoys skiing and watching Hallmark movies with her family while drinking hot chocolate. Ranisha is beyond excited to meet and welcome all of the families that walk through the door!
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Sierra Granger
Client Care Coordinator
Sierra Granger
Client Care Coordinator
Having grown up near the mountains in Alberta, Sierra loves to hike, ski and explore in her free time and is greatly looking forward to discovering the hikes and waterfalls surrounding Hamilton. Sierra is so excited to join the admin team at Kids Physio and watch kids meet their goals both big and small!
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Additional Information
Free parking is available at Hamilton Kids Physio. Alternative options when our lot is full include: limited metered parking on Wilson St E; free parking at 11 Academy St (across the street from our building), and; free parking at Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre (357 Wilson St East).
We provide physiotherapy treatments delivered by registered physiotherapists. Please verify your specific plan coverage before booking your appointment.
We bill to the following insurers: Canada Life, Manulife, Sunlife, Green Shield, Desjardins, Empire Life, Johnston Group, IA Financial, RWAM, The Co-operators, LiUNA Local 183, Chambers of Commerce.
No, it is not needed. However, some extended benefit plans do need a doctor’s referral, so ensure to check with your provider for a better understanding.
Please call our clinic. We prioritize concussion assessments and will make every attempt possible to schedule your child within 24-48 hours of their injury.
Hamilton Kids Physio offers high-quality care for families seeking children’s concussion treatment in Hamilton.
The best thing to do is to contact Kids Physio Hamilton directly, so we can answer all of your questions.
We are a trusted children’s physio in Hamilton, and as such, will be able to walk you through our comprehensive children’s physiotherapy exercises.
Kids Physio Hamilton also offers other paediatric physiotherapy exercises for kids, and can treat:
- Acupuncture
- Baseline concussion testing for sport teams
- Vestibular assessment and treatment
As Kids Physio Hamilton is a private physiotherapy clinic we do require payment after each session.
If your child needs physiotherapy but you’re worried about the cost please email the clinic at [email protected] to discuss 3rd party funding opportunities or payment plans.
Yes! Please reach out to Kara at [email protected] if you’d like to set something up or would like more information.
We’d love the opportunity to support our local teams when it comes to youth and child concussions.
Same as our other locations! We see kids from birth to 18 years of every level of ability!
As a top-rated paediatric physio in Hamilton, it’s our mission to provide the best possible care.
Once you have been to the clinic, you can certainly ask your physio if it’s okay to drop off your child.
Your physio might want to chat with you briefly before or after your child’s appointment, but you should have lots of time to get some shopping in!
Hamilton Kids Physio is centrally located on Wilson St East in old Ancaster just minutes from the Linc, the 403 and McMaster Children’s Hospital.
Kids Physio Hamilton only accepts debit or credit payments.
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