Journey to Becoming a Chiropractor
Growing up, my high school had a strong athletics program, and I was consistently involved in sports like soccer, volleyball and rugby, just to name a few. Through that, I was first introduced to chiropractic care. I had a great experience working with my chiropractor and really valued the time I spent with them. They didn’t just treat my injuries; they took the time to understand what mattered to me as a patient.
That experience stuck with me. I knew I wanted to be in health care, and chiropractic felt like a natural fit. It blended my passion for education, my desire to spend meaningful time with patients, and my commitment to helping people prioritize their health in a way that made sense for them.
Region of Practice and Clinical Work
I am the owner and clinical director of the Kew Gardens Health Group in the east end of Toronto. I focus on providing services to a variety of patients, but focuses include pregnancy care, amateur athletes and Concussion management. Over the last ten years, our team has grown to include practitioners from many health disciplines, and we’ve built a reputation for being an integrated, patient-centered clinic known for collaborative care and personalized treatment plans.
I am also proud to be an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) with the Rapid Access Clinic for Low Back Pain Program (RAC-LBP).
My Motto or Mantra
“Empowering through education and healing through evidence.”
Credentials and Designations
- Honours Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, McMaster University (2010)
- Doctor of Chiropractic, CMCC (2014)
- Contemporary Medical Acupuncture Certification, McMaster University (2014)
- Clinical Sciences Graduate Program, CMCC (2016)
- Fellow of the College of Chiropractic Sciences Canada (2017)
- GLA:D Certification (2021)
Leadership Engagement
I’ve served on the board of the College of Chiropractic Sciences since 2017 and have held the role of president since 2019. There, I’ve developed strong skills in collaboration within a board setting. I’ve been actively involved in running annual general meetings, managing board packages, and leading key initiatives. I also took the lead in establishing a professional website and successfully organized two conferences. These experiences have given me a solid foundation in governance, strategic planning, and cross-disciplinary teamwork, skills I’m excited to bring to the OCA.
Community Programs and Initiatives
I’m actively involved in my community, particularly through volunteering at my children’s school, where I help organize and run various community events that operate out of the school.
Research Initiatives and Achievements
I am actively engaged in research focused on pregnancy, diagnostic skills, simulation education and the clinical assessment and management of Musculoskeletal conditions.
https://www.cmcc.ca/research/researchers/sophia-da-silva-oolup
https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8880-4676
https://jce.kglmeridian.com/view/journals/ched/36/2/article-p172.xml