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Meet The Team

Dr. Nicole Loucks, Hons. B.H.K., D.C.

Chiropractor

Originally from the Peterborough area it is an absolute honour and privilege to be practicing back in my home community. I was a competitive athlete growing up to which I competed provincially in gymnastics, baseball, volleyball as well as being a multi-sport athlete all throughout my youth. I was always fascinated with working with the human frame and helping others achieve excellence and a higher quality of life.

I was first introduced to chiropractic care in University when I completed my co op placement under the guidance of Dr. Keith Thomson in Peterborough Ontario. I had never been to a chiropractor before let alone worked alongside one, but I was always fascinated in health care and the human body, needless to say after one placement I knew my passion and purpose in life.

Dr. Nicole Loucks B.H.K., D.C.

It was incredible witnessing daily aches and pains and symptoms that others perceive as "common" or "normal" dissolve (ie headaches, low back pain, knee pain, neck pain etc etc). It made me realize how important our spinal health and foundation we build on is for our human bodies and our future self. It opened my eyes to a new kind of doctor, a doctor I would strive to become so I could also help families and people of all ages live pain free

Following completion of my Bachelors of Human Kinetics I applied to the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto, ON. I was accepted and 4 years later I graduated with the title Doctor of Chiropractic in a pandemic! What a ride! But it led me back to where it all started here at Kawartha Family Chiropractic.

Throughout my education I took a special interest in pregnancy and post-natal care completing my GROWCo Certification focusing on pelvic floor rehabilitation. Pediatric Intraoral Soft Tissue therapy helping babies and mothers experiencing latching difficulties or any breastfeeding challenges. I also completed my Neurofunctional Acupuncture Certification through McMaster University in 2019. I have my level one SMART tools certification also and provide a variety of manual hands on care using diversified adjustments, arthrostim adjustments, Activator, exercise prescription, soft tissue therapy and more!

" I look forward to meeting you and helping you and your family thrive!" - Dr. Nicole Loucks B.H.K., D.C.

Education

  • 2016: Bachelor of Human Kinetics (B.H.K.), University of Windsor
  • 2020: Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.)

Registrations, Memberships & Certifications

  • Canadian Chiropractic Association (CCA)
  • College of Chiropractors of Ontario (CCO)
  • Ontario Chiropractic Association (OCA)
  • Neurofunctional Acupuncture Provider
  • GROWCo Ambassador
  • Pediatric Intraoral Soft Tissue Technique
  • SMART Tools Level 1

Dr. Aaron Balmer, Hons Kines., D.C.

Dr. Aaron Balmer, Hons. B.Sc., D.C.

Chiropractor

Dr. Balmer began his chiropractic education in Los Angeles California before transferring to the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College to finish his 4 yr chiropractic education. Prior to that Dr. Balmer completed a 4 year specialized honours degree in Kinesiology and Health Science. Dr. Balmer has served the College of Chiropractor of Ontario as an X-Ray peer reviewer and is a member of the Canadian Chiropractic Association and the Ontario Chiropractic Association.

Education

  • 1998: Specialized Honours Degree in Kinesiology and Health Science,
    York University
  • 2002: Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.)
  • Los Angeles College of Chiropractic/Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College

Dr. Jillian Edgar, B.Sc., D.C.

Chiropractor and Acupuncture Provider

Dr. Jillian Edgar grew up in Kawartha Lakes where she has been growing her chiropractic practice. She greets all her patients with a smile and wants to hear your story. She brings new and creative assessment and treatment protocols to each of her patients. She will look at the area of discomfort and the surrounding areas to make sure she is attacking both function and discomfort from all sides. She creates flexible treatment plans that she will design together with your help to make sure you get better as soon as possible. She uses Diversified and Impulse Adjustments, Mobilizations (a less aggressive alternative to adjustments), Myofascial Release Technique for tight musculature, Functional Integrated Acupuncture, Exercise Prescription, GLA:D osteoarthritis exercise program, GROWCo postnatal rehab and Webster Technique for pregnancy care in her treatment plans. Dr. Jill enjoys educating patients on health and wellness and encourages questions always! She has a special interest in headaches, pregnancy, kids and osteoarthritis.

When Dr. Jill isn't at work you can find her playing with her son Charlie, watching the Blue Jays game or enjoying a good book.

Dr. Jillian Edgar, D.C.

Leanne Crump, NP

Leanne Crump, NP

Nurse Practitioner

Kawartha Family Chiropractic Clinic is proud to welcome Nurse Practitioner, Leanne Crump to our team of health care professionals as of August 10th, 2023. Together we are creating Peterborough's first integrated health care practice comprising of family medicine and para medical services to support our community's growing need for qualified primary health care practitioners. 

Leanne has been a Registered Nurse for 33 years and a Nurse Practitioner (NP) for almost 20 years. Leanne graduated with her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from McMaster University in Hamilton. After graduation she returned home to work at PRHC in various capacities including emergency nursing. Leanne also spent several years working in community nursing with Peterborough Public Health and Home Care. She then attended Queens University in Kingston to obtain her Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Certificate.

Since graduation in 2004. She has worked for several Family Health Teams in the area, caring for patients from newborn to the end of life. Leanne has been an educator and mentor for Nurse Practitioner students for the past 18 years. She has been a political advocate for the expansion of the Nurse Practitioner practice in Ontario even speaking on the matter at Queens Park. Leanne has a lifelong passion for learning and for primary care.  
Leanne has opened a primary health care clinic in our office to work alongside

Dr. Loucks and Dr. Balmer to provide our patients and the public with a comprehensive, integrated health care team and experience. Leanne will be available to see patients who do not have a primary health care provider, for those who do have a primary health care provider and are unable to see them in a timely manner, for those who have a primary health care provider in another town or city in which it is inconvenient to access, and for those who are suffering minor ailments and do not wish to go to the emergency department. Leanne's clinic hours will match Dr. Loucks and Dr. Balmer to provide appointment times outside of the regular business hours. The Nurse Practitioner clinic is a fee for service clinic as Nurse Practitioners are not able to bill OHIP for services rendered. However, lab work and testing may be covered by OHIP depending on the test ordered. A fee schedule can be found on our website. 

Appointments can be made by calling the office at (705)743-5121 or by accessing the booking portal on our website. www.kawarthachiro.com.

Stephanie Young, RMT

Registered Massage Therapist

Stephanie has been a Registered Massage Therapist since 2023. She has a diverse work and athletic background which will bring experience to her healthcare career, in her hometown community.

Stephanie is skilled in treating numerous musculoskeletal issues such as: headaches, general tension, chronic pain, stress and anxiety as well as inflammation, repetitive strains and athletic injuries. Stephanie believes massage can benefit everyone not only physically but mentally and emotionally as well. She focuses on the individual needs of her clients and aims to help them be an active part of their goals and recovery. Through rehabilitation exercises, breathing techniques and postural remediation.

Her clients can maintain a state of relaxation and help reduce as much stress and discomfort as possible between massage appointments.

RMT Hours

Mon: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Tue:  9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Wed: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Thur: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Stephanie Young