As a Canadian Certified Pedorthist and a Certified Compression Therapy Fitter, Paula brings a wealth of diverse knowledge and over 20 years of clinical experience to her patients. As a graduate of the University of Western Ontario with a Bachelor of Arts in Physical Education, she continued her post-graduate education at Sheridan College in the Sports Injury Management Program.

Paula is known for her detailed clinical skills and has built a reputation amongst health care professionals as “the one who will honestly tell you if you really need orthotics or not”. She believes it’s not just about the orthotics but also the importance of footwear. Known as the “Shoe Guru” by her patients and colleagues, Paula has worked as a consultant for a group of footwear retailers in Toronto.

With her years of experience with recreational and elite athletes, Paula’s pedorthic practices in Toronto, Brampton and Barrie specialize in sports injuries and orthopaedic conditions. She is passionate about promoting footwear education and health and wellness through educational seminars and the media.

Paula is a former provincial athlete who strives to maintain a healthy balanced lifestyle with a daily yoga and meditation practice, active mobility exercises, walking/hiking, spinning and Pilates and the occasional glass of wine.

“As you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change.” ~ Dr. Wayne Dwyer