From a young age, Mark has been passionate about sport and believes in an active approach to rehabilitation and recovery for both youth and adult populations. He is a lifelong skier, gym goer, team sport enthusiast, and outdoorsman, and still enjoys lacing up the skates for a game of hockey. Mark has a background rich in strength and conditioning as an educator at the University of Alberta, former personal trainer, strength coach, and former head off-season trainer for elite level minor hockey players.
With a Master’s in Physical Therapy from the University of Alberta, Mark brings years of experience providing physiotherapy to paediatric and adult populations with a focus on return to sport and activity.
Whether you are looking to participate and compete in sport and activities or feel more confident in motion, Mark is looking forward to teaming up with you to help you through all of life’s challenges.
Certifications:
- Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) Medical Level 3
- Functional Dry Needling
- Authorized to Order Diagnostic Imaging
Areas of interest:
- Sports injury
- Back pain relief
- Chronic injury
- Arthritis and degenerative change relief and education
“I’m not telling you it’s going to be easy, I’m telling you it’s going to be worth it.” - Art Williams
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Hassan Hatoum is a dedicated and experienced physiotherapist who received his Bachelor of Science in Biology with distinction from the University of Calgary. Hassan then completed a Master of Physical Therapy from McMaster University.
During his time in Toronto, Hassan had the unique opportunity to work with elite athletes, including Team Canada volleyball players and national-level martial artists. He learned advanced techniques such as blood flow restriction training and functional movement screening.
Hassan is also an accomplished endurance athlete, having competed in the Banff Marathon and the Calgary Half Ironman Triathlon. Hassan is also active in basketball, volleyball, squash, tennis, running, and swimming. With over a decade of experience in weightlifting, powerlifting, and strength and conditioning, Hassan brings a wealth of knowledge in sports rehabilitation and performance training.
Whether you’re recovering from an injury or looking to optimize your physical performance to prevent future injuries, Hassan’s well-rounded approach ensures each patient receives personalized care to meet their goals.
Areas of focus:
1. Sports related injuries and return-to-sport programming
2. Exercise based rehabilitation
3. Manual therapy & dry cupping
4. Postural training
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Summer was born and raised in Calgary, AB. Where she grew up playing a variety of sports such as soccer, and volleyball and primarily was a competitive dancer. Most recently Summer was a representative for the Kinesiology Games team which is an athletic/academic conference where she brought home first place along with her fellow teammates from MRU.
Summer is a recent graduate from Mount Royal University receiving her bachelor’s in Health and Physical Education, with a major in Athletic Therapy. During her bachelor’s she was able to work with a variety of varsity athletes primarily with the St. Mary’s University Men’s Basketball team and the University of Calgary Dino’s Football Team. Working closely with the team in the preseason, in-season and off-season.
Working closely with her Sports Medicine teacher growing up, she learned that she wanted to pursue a career in athletic therapy. She continues to go back and volunteer with the program to help promote what athletic therapy consists of and provides guidance to those seeking questions about the field. Summer believes in creating bonds with her patients to help motivate and build confidence in their rehabilitation process which encourages a seamless transition back into their daily activities and sports.
Summer uses a variety of soft tissue techniques to treat musculoskeletal injuries, along with exercise rehab prescription, and therapeutic modalities to create well-rounded treatments for her patients. She also works in the field providing on-field emergency care to her teams.
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Cassidy is a physiotherapist with five years of experience who recently relocated from Ontario to Calgary. Born in Canada, she grew up in Dubai before returning to Canada to complete her undergraduate degree in Kinesiology with a minor in Rehabilitation Science at Western University. She then earned her Master of Science in Physical Therapy at Queen’s University, where she met her husband. They were married this past fall and are excited to begin this new chapter in Calgary.
Cassidy takes a biopsychosocial approach to rehabilitation, combining hands-on manual therapy with personalized exercise programs to help clients not only heal but feel stronger and more confident than before. She is trained in and utilizes dry needling and acupuncture techniques to enhance her treatments. She enjoys working with a wide range of patients, from competitive athletes to weekend warriors, and is passionate about helping them return to the activities they love.
Outside of work, Cassidy loves hiking, playing volleyball and softball, traveling, trying new restaurants and food, and spending time with her husband and black lab, Maitland, who is (without question) the bestest boy.
Cassidy is excited to find herself at MOST and looks forward to contributing to this thriving community.
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Brandon completed a Master of Science in Physiotherapy at the University of Alberta after earning a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) from the same institution. His professional journey began in accounting, but a motor vehicle accident during his first year of office work introduced him to the world of rehabilitation and inspired a career change. After starting practice in Edmonton, Brandon relocated to Calgary in 2020.
As a former athlete-type turned desk professional, Brandon understands firsthand the physical challenges of modern lifestyles and the importance of proactive strategies to maintain strength and mobility over time. An avid learner with a passion for human optimization, he stays current on topics spanning health, performance, and nutrition - always having a podcast in his headphones.
Brandon has extensive post-graduate training, with accreditations in advanced manual therapy (spinal manipulation) and dry needling, and is authorized to order diagnostic imaging such as ultrasound, X-ray and MRI. These complement his background in strength and conditioning, ensuring accurate diagnosis and treatment which integrates hands-on manual therapy and progressive exercise and load management.
Outside the clinic, Brandon enjoys hockey, skiing, golf, and strength training. A dedicated traveler, he has visited nearly 50 countries and continues to explore both the world abroad and the natural beauty around Calgary.
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Max Malo is a Registered Massage Therapist with a focus on sports recovery, chronic injury management, and performance enhancement, now serving athletes at MOST Physical Preparation. With a strong foundation in competitive sports and a personal history in high school football, Max understands the demands and challenges faced by athletes across a spectrum of sports including golf, skating, rugby, and hockey.
Following a transformative experience overcoming a significant spinal injury, Max pursued an Advanced 3000-hour Clinical Massage Therapy program, equipping him with the skills to address a wide range of sports-related injuries and conditions. His practice emphasizes the latest in therapeutic technologies and techniques, notably Frequency Specific Microcurrent (FSM) therapy, recognized for its effectiveness in accelerating recovery and improving cellular function.
Max’s professional toolkit includes:
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Sports and Clinical Massage Therapy: Tailored to meet the specific needs of athletes for recovery and maintenance.
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Frequency Specific Microcurrent (FSM): A cutting-edge treatment that enhances healing, reduces inflammation, and increases ATP production, crucial for recovery.
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Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation: Combining hands-on treatments with personalized rehabilitation exercises to ensure athletes return to their sports stronger and more resilient.
Dedicated to his clients’ well-being, Max’s approach is both therapeutic and educational, aiming to empower athletes with the knowledge to maintain peak physical condition and prevent future injuries. At MOST Physical Preparation, he collaborates closely with a team of specialists to provide comprehensive care that supports athletes in achieving their performance goals.
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David comes from a high-level athletic background. David was a 4-year starter and 3-year Defensive Captain with one of the nation’s top varsity football teams, the University of Calgary Dinos. He moved from a personal focus on football performance to a helping others achieve their performance goals and has been a manual therapist and performance coach for over 20 years.
David has treated a wide variety of conditions including Back pain, motor vehicle accident injuries, neck and shoulder dysfunction, sports-related sprains and strains as well as chronic conditions; his clinical work. His patient base is wide and diverse: From professional athletes to weekend warriors.
David has his degree in Kinesiology from the University of Calgary and completed his education in Manual Osteopathic Therapy through the Collège D’Études Ostéopathiques.
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Jenn Swagar is the Coaching Director of MOST Physical Preparation. She has dedicated her entire life to the study and practice of coaching, functional fitness and corrective exercise. At MOST she is the head coach, Programmer and in-house corrective exercise specialist. Jenn Swagar is available to COACH her athletes in any area of life that they require. Coaching is an art, where education, experience and application all play equal part in the overall message and success.
MOST has firsthand knowledge of treatment and training practices administered to high-performance athletes. Jenn’s goal is to bring this level of support and knowledge to the general population. With her experience, she is able to use a large network of experts developed over 27 years as a coach.
This network ranges from nutritionists to sports psychologists, to Canada’s top strength and conditioning specialists and treatment providers. Jenn is known for her holistic coaching style and her ability to bring out the best in her clients.
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Taylor Wright is a 2200-hour Registered Massage Therapist, having completed training through Mount Royal University and the Alberta College of Massage Therapy. She integrates her background in strength and conditioning, CrossFit, and competitive swimming to deliver movement-based, goal-oriented treatments for clients of all ages and activity levels. As a long time Mostie, Taylor is excited to be able to bring her new skills and contribute to the MOST family in a new way.
With 14 seasons of coaching experience and NCCP Level 2 training in swimming, alongside years of coaching functional fitness and strength development, Taylor brings a deep understanding of human movement and performance to her massage practice. She also holds a background in Community Rehabilitation and Disability Studies from the University of Calgary, where she gained valuable experience supporting individuals across a wide range of abilities and needs.
Her treatment style combines orthopedic assessment, functional movement principles, and individualized treatment planning to address pain, prevent injury, and promote long-term body health. She believes that movement is medicine and is passionate about helping people maintain proper mechanics, prevent injury, and build strength to keep doing what they love for as long as possible.
Outside of the clinic and pool, Taylor enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter, and pup — happiest surrounded by their village at the family cabin in BC. She looks forward to catching a workout with you at the noon-o’clock class soon!
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