Our Team

Alberta Ballet

Andrea Ginter

Andrea Ginter,
Physiotherapist
PT, BScKin, MScPT

Andrea has worked in private practice in the areas of orthopaedics, sports medicine and paediatrics since 2016. She is certified to perform functional dry needling, has completed training in vestibular rehabilitation and concussion management, and is progressing through the levels of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapy.  She provides treatment with a focus on manual therapy, corrective exercise and injury prevention. Andrea has also trained in karate and swimming, and completed her Grade 6 in the Royal Academy of Dance ballet syllabus. Andrea performed as a dancer with Calaway Park for six years.  Her volunteer contributions include assisting with a dance program for children with Cerebral Palsy, and mentorship of physiotherapy students.  She holds a BSc in Kinesiology from the University of Calgary and MSc in Physiotherapy from the University of Alberta.

Company Dancers and staff please call us to book 403.228.7968

Kirsten Taylor

Kirsten Taylor,
Physiotherapist
MScPT, MClSc (AHCP – CMP), BHK, BSc (Honours)

Kirsten completed her Master’s degree in Physical Therapy (MScPT) at the University of Alberta in 2014, and has worked clinically for over 9 years.  She has recently completed a Clinical Masters degree in the Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Program (Advanced Health Care Practitioner) at Western University (London, Ontario) and received her FCAMPT designation. She completed her certification in Gunn IMS in July 2018. 

Kirsten has a special interest in sport injury prevention, concussion rehabilitation and a wide variety of athletic injuries (recreational and high performance).  She worked as the team physical therapist for the University of Alberta Golden Bears and Pandas Varsity Swim team  from 2011-2020.  In her free time, Kirsten enjoys playing ultimate Frisbee, mountain biking and road cycling, swimming, reading and travelling.

Brittney Winnitoy

Brittney Winnitoy,
Physiotherapist Intern
MScPT, BFA, BScKin (Honours)

Brittney completed her Master of Science in Physiotherapy at McMaster University (Hamilton, ON). Previously, she obtained a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance and a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Health Science from York University (Toronto, ON). She has experience in pediatrics, sports medicine, acute neurological rehab, and outpatient orthopedics, and is trained in IASTM, K-Taping, Blood Flow Restriction Therapy, Shockwave Therapy, and several other electrophysical modalities. She has also worked as a Certified Personal Trainer.

Brittney has been dancing since age 4 and has over 20 years of professional-level dance training and performance experience. This has given her a special interest in advocating for athletes’ health and promoting career longevity. Outside of the clinic, she is a certified multi-sport coach through the National Coaching Certification Program and has completed her RAD Advanced 2 Vocational ballet exam. She has led various Mental Performance Skills and Injury Prevention workshops for athletes, teams, and coaches, including the Canadian National Dance Team. Brittney is part of a research project based out of the USA that is developing standardized return-to-sport concussion protocols for dancers.

In clinic, Brittney has worked with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre (New York City) where she was involved in backstage treatment, injury prevention, pre-season screening, and health advocacy for the students and the professional company. She has also worked with the professional dancers of Ballet Jorgen (Toronto) and Decidedly Jazz Danceworks. Apart from dance, Brittney has experience rehabilitating youth and adult athletes in a wide range of sports including soccer, basketball, baseball, hockey, volleyball, martial arts, lacrosse, football, and gymnastics.

At her core, Brittney is passionate about helping people achieve their rehabilitation goals so that they can live their most meaningful lives. She approaches physio from a lens of holistic health and it is important to her that each client feels heard, cared for, and receives an individualized plan that is tailored to their unique goals and abilities.

When Brittney is not working, she loves to be active and outdoors. You can find her in dance classes, performing onstage, weight lifting, hiking mountain summits, training in Muay Thai, waterskiing, and enjoying lattes at local coffee shops.

Dr. Cory Wowk

Dr. Cory Wowk,
Sport Medicine Physician
MD, CCFP, Dip Sport Med

Dr. Cory Wowk is a sports medicine physician from Calgary, Alberta.. Dr. Wowk completed his medical studies at the University of Calgary. His sports medicine and injury management experiences include over 10 years of  working directly with the orthopedic surgeons at the hospitals in Calgary (orthopedic resident extender) and 9 years in working as physician for the Calgary Fire Department where he manages many acute and chronic musculoskeletal injuries and challenges. Previously, he received his first degree in education and taught junior high for two years before transitioning to medical school, where he uses his teaching skills in his practice.

His team based highlights as physician include: Team physician 2017-18 Team Canada World Junior Men’s Hockey Team, Okotoks Dawgs 2017 baseball team, 2016 Hockey Canada Men's World Championship Under 18 team and the 2014 Hockey Canada Men's World Under 17 teams. He has worked with various other local teams in the past as well.

Credentials: Canadian Academy of Sports and Exercise Medicine, Diploma in Sports and Exercise Medicine; Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Calgary; Certification in Family Medicine, University of Calgary; Bachelor of Education (with Distinction), University of Alberta.

Please call us for bookings 403.455.6865

Elizabeth Gillies

Elizabeth Gillies,
Registered Massage Therapist
RMT

Elizabeth is from Calgary and has been a Registered Massage Therapist since 2009. Upon completion of the 2200 hour advanced massage program at Medicine Hat College she returned to Calgary and began her practice. She went on to earn a Bachelor of Health Science degree from Thompson Rivers University.  Elizabeth has worked with a variety of professional, collegiate and amateur athletes, and is passionate about optimizing the health and wellness of all her clients through a variety of modalities.  Elizabeth specializes in Graston, RAPID neurofascial reset, and myofascial release. Elizabeth is enthusiastic about her career, staying up to date with the newest techniques and continually strives to improve upon her skillset ensuring she offers her clients the best possible care.

When not working she can be found with her husband and two daughters exploring the outdoors, reading a good book or working on her yoga practice.

Momentum Health Calgary Ballet Clinical Team