Gord Schyf D.C.
Clinic Owner and Chiropractor
Dr. Gord Schyf D.C. was born in Calgary, but was raised in Uxbridge, Ontario neighboring Port Perry, the birthplace of the Founder of Chiropractic. Growing up he spent much of his time playing soccer, tennis, golf, indoor climbing and curling.
Dr. Gord Schyf D.C., knowing he wanted to provide service by caring for the health and well-being of others, pursued the Health Sciences and attended Trent University for 5 years earning him an honours degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. He was then offered the opportunity to study chiropractic in Auckland, New Zealand at the New Zealand College of Chiropractic. He spent 4 years challenging himself by studying many chiropractic techniques including Diversified, Gonstead, Activator, Upper Cervical Specific, SOT and Network Spinal before earning his Bachelor of Chiropractic degree and bringing it home with him to Canada to become a Doctor of Chiropractic.
Dr. Gord is very excited to practice at Elevate Life. He is eager to deliver patient centered, holistic chiropractic care and serve the Calgary NW area. He looks forward to seeing new patients at the clinic while continuing to dedicate himself to learning and growing in his field.
At present, Dr. Gord loves to stay active and explore with his young son and wife. You will often see them at the office with him and on their off days they are often checking out a new coffee shop or hiking in the mountains.
Keri-Ann Cowan
Registered Physiotherapist
Keri-Ann holds a Master’s in Physical Therapy from the University of Saskatchewan. She has skillfully managed an extensive and diverse caseload, catering to individuals ranging from toddlers to geriatrics. Drawing inspiration from a personal journey of overcoming a hand injury, she passionately pursues expertise in hand therapy, driven by a genuine understanding of the challenges faced by patients.
Committed to providing empathetic and personalized care, she is dedicated to delving deeper into the specialized field of hand therapy. With advanced qualifications, including Level 2 Functional Dry Needling, she continuously strives to enhance skills and knowledge for the benefit of those seeking treatment.
Beyond the clinic, Keri-Ann extends this compassionate approach to life. An accomplished competitive swimmer, she brings a wealth of experience from this highly competitive swimming background. This background not only honed her discipline but also instilled valuable leadership skills and the ability to thrive as a team player. As an avid motorcycle enthusiast, she finds joy in the open road and cherishes time spent outdoors, engaging in activities like fishing and boating. These pursuits reflect a holistic perspective on health and well-being, emphasizing the importance of a supportive and empathetic approach to healthcare.
Proudly born and raised Calgarian, she brings a deep connection to the community, recognizing the unique needs of fellow Calgarians. She looks forward to extending a warm and empathetic hand to those seeking exceptional care and support in their health journey.
Karen Peacock
Registered Massage Therapist
Karen Peacock is a Registered Massage Therapist who has completed the 2,200-hour Massage Therapy Program from Mount Royal University in 2020. She enjoys helping people feel better with her methodical and in-depth techniques. By listening to people’s needs, Karen adjusts her treatments accordingly, whether for relaxation or therapeutic.
Karen went into Massage Therapy by working on her father’s back at a young age. With the proper nudge, she is now doing what she has a passion for. She is looking forward to continuing her career with Elevate Life and elevating your life. The days off are spent with her cats and dog chasing them around the house as well as playing video and board games with friends and family.
Zack (Sach Van) Tran
Registered Massage Therapist
Zack is a Makami College graduate with 3,000 hours of massage therapy training, including physiotherapy fundamentals like injury rehab and therapeutic exercises. He offers Swedish, Sport, Hot stone, Cupping, and deep tissue massage — with a special focus on muscle release and effective stretching.
With 4 years of experience as a group fitness instructor and time volunteering as a care aide during the COVID-19 pandemic, he brings both skill and heart to every session.
John Fosty M.A.T.
Muscle Activation Techniques Practitioner
John Fosty is our Muscle Activation Techniques (MAT) Practitioner. He received his specialist certification in Muscle Activation Techniques (MAT) in 2017 and his RxMAT certification in 2021. He is ecstatically pleased to offer the newest form of MAT, the NueX MAT.
This MAT form uses electrostimulation along with rehabilitative exercises on targeted dysfunctional muscles and associated nerves to help establish a new muscle motor pattern.
Once the new muscle motor pattern is established, it must be practiced and repeated over time to replace the faulty compensatory pattern and restore the proper movement pattern as the default. This muscle re-training allows for the restoration of optimal muscle range of contraction, thus allowing the client to gain more strength, stability and greater flexibility. The ultimate result allows the patient to become more active with minimal pain. If you are looking for a long-term solution to muscle pain, MAT could be the game changer for you.
When John is not working on muscle activation techniques he can be found enjoying walks in the park while holding hands with his girlfriend, Lorrie.
Deborah
Lead Wellness Care Assistant
Deborah is the always-smiling face behind the reception desk at Elevate Life Chiropractic. She has always had a love for helping people and never really knew how to go about it. After completing her studies as a Medical Office Assistant, she has finally found her place at Elevate Life Chiropractic.
She enjoys coming to work every day and loves seeing the smiles on patients’ faces after they receive an adjustment or massage.
When Deborah is not at the office, you can often find her cooking up a feast or singing to her heart’s content with the worship team at her church, or volunteering/working on one of her community-based projects. In the summertime, she enjoys quiet time at the beach or by a lake.
Christine Schyf
Office Manager
Christine is the wife of Dr. Gord and the mom of their little boy. She is an elementary school teacher by trade and loves to keep busy. She keeps Dr. Gord organized and is active behind the scenes. She also loves meeting and interacting with new people.
She was a competitive dancer growing up and knows how important it is to keep your body healthy and how chiropractic care made a huge difference for her. When she’s not working you can find her in the mountains hiking with Dr. Gord and their son! She looks forward to connecting with everyone in the community and at Elevate Life!