Gillian graduated from McMaster University in 1995 with a Bachelor of Health Sciences in Physiotherapy.  Her interest in orthopaedics lead her to become a certified manual and manipulative therapist (Part A) in 2000.  Gillian has been working as a registered physiotherapist in sports medicine for the past 15 years.  Her interest in treating lower extremity dysfunction and biomechanical and pathological conditions of the foot and ankle lead her to become a Certified Pedorthist CPed(C) in 2004.

Gillian's educational background has provided her with a unique perspective when assessing and treating lower extremity dysfunctions.  She has a passion for gait analysis (walking and running) which she incorperates into her assessments; using video analysis when required.  Gillian has also presented at several conferences on the biomechanical and functional relationship between the pelvis, hip and foot due to her extensive clinical background.

Kim Rau, BSc(Kin), C.Ped(C), Canadian Certified Pedorthist, Pedorthic Services (Kitchener)  

Kim began her career as the original associate of Pedorthic Services in 1986 and continues to practice in the Kitchener-Waterloo locations.   She has an Honours Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from the University of Waterloo and completed her Canadian Pedorthics Certification in 1990. 

Kim is highly involved in the national Pedorthic Association of Canada (PAC). As a member of the Education Committee she played an integral role in establishing the Diploma in Pedorthics, a joint venture between PAC and the University of Western Ontario.  Her involvement with the program is ongoing as she serves as a practicum supervisor training future pedorthists.  Kim is a member of PAC’s Insurance and Government Relations Committee whose responsibilities are to educate these agencies in order to protect the public and to ensure continued support of the services offered by Canadian Certified Pedorthists.  In addition, Kim works as a private consultant to the insurance industry.

With 23 years experience, Kim continues to contribute to the success of Pedorthic Services and the profession itself.  She contributes by participating in teaching, research and by providing exceptional clinical services, conference presentations, lectures at educational institutions and seminars to the general public.  Kim spends her spare time running, playing basketball and ultimate when she is not taxiing her 2 teenage sons to their various sporting events.

Kimberly Coates, HBA(Kin), C.Ped(C), Canadian Certified Pedorthist, Pedorthic Services (Cambridge)

Kimberly was introduced to Pedorthic Services through an undergraduate “field placement” course while studying at the University of Western Ontario (UWO). She graduated from UWO in 2003 with her Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology. In 2005 she graduated from the Diploma in Pedorthics program offered for the first time as a joint venture between the Pedorthic Association of Canada (PAC) and UWO.  She successfully completed her Canadian Pedorthics Certification exams the same year and was the recipient of the Howard Feigel Memorial Award established in memory of a man who contributed greatly to the profession of Pedorthics.  Kimberly now works in clinics in Oshawa, Kitchener, and Cambridge.

Kimberly became a member of the PAC Education Committee as a recent graduate in hopes of contributing to the future development of the Diploma in Pedorthics program. The committee is responsible for the continual review of various aspects of the program and the implementation of changes to improve the experience for students and the overall success of the program.

In her free time Kimberly enjoys running.  She especially loves trail racing and competed in her first Adventure Race this summer. Now she’s hooked!  Kimberly grew up on a farm in Port Perry and loves spending time there with her family.

Jennifer Krulicki, B.A.(Kin), C.Ped(C), Canadian Certified Pedorthist, Pedorthic Services (Kitchener) 

Jennifer was first introduced to the world of pedorthics as a teenager when an injury at a provincial track and field meet landed her in the Pedorthic Services clinic where she received her first pair of foot orthotics.  Her interest in sports, passion for sports medicine and positive experience with orthotics motivated Jen to volunteer with Pedorthic Services during her university years.  Jennifer graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University in 2005 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology and Physical Education. She was accepted into the Pedorthic Program at University of Western Ontario and completed her Certification in November 2007. Jennifer spent the first year of her career at a Pedorthic Clinic in Guelph, Ontario and was ecstatic to be given the opportunity to return to Pedorthic Services in September 2009.  Jennifer practices in the Kitchener-Waterloo Clinics as well as Wingham, Ontario.

Being first time parents, Jennifer and her husband spend their free time soaking up the wonder of their son. Jennifer also has a passion for renovating and decorating their home.