Biographies

Hi, my name is John Hauser, I am a new Registered Massage Therapist, and I am very excited to join the team at Optimal Health Physiotherapy. I completed my Bachelor of Science Honours degree in Biomedical Science at the University of Guelph in 2008. In 2022, I returned to studies at Fleming College to pursue certification as a Registered Massage Therapist, which I completed in 2024.

My approach to therapy is rooted in utilizing traditional massage techniques such as Swedish, deep tissue and trigger point therapy; with joint mobilization and massage with movement to help you achieve and go beyond your desired health outcomes. I am deeply committed to staying informed of the latest techniques and research to provide the exceptional evidence-based treatment. I’m a stalwart believer that therapeutic effects cannot be maintained without putting the personal work in. Working with the multidisciplinary team at Optimal Health, I will assist in creating achievable homecare exercise programs for long lasting outcomes.

When I am not working as a Registered Massage Therapist I volunteer as a board member with the Kawartha Sexual Assault Centre (KSAC) to stay connected with and informed on social issues that affect our community. I am also a board member with Kawartha Nordic Ski Club (KNSC) which feeds my desire to keep the active outdoor community in the Kawarthas vibrant.

I have competed and remain active in numerous sports including rowing, cycling, cross country skiing, alpine skiing, and running. I have coached youth in sport, and organized various cycling competitions ranging from the grass roots community level to globally sanctioned Pan American Championships.

Hi, my name is Coreen Hashem and I am an Athletic Therapist at Optimal Health Physiotherapy. I completed my Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science at Concordia University in Montreal and certified as an Athletic Therapist in 2018. Throughout the year I work with Trent University’s sports teams and the Peterborough Pagans managing on-field injuries during their games. I also previously worked for two years at Elite Sports Medicine and Conditioning in Whitby rehabbing clients with musculoskeletal injuries in a clinical setting. My therapy approach is to provide you with the education and tools to manage and prevent injuries from occurring through an exercise-based method, keeping you doing the activities you love to do.

In my free time I enjoy being active, reading, crafting, and hanging out with friends and family. Being new to living in Peterborough, I am looking forward to trying new restaurants and exploring the variety of hiking trails around the city.

Hi, my name is Rose Harrison. I grew up in Peterborough and have been privileged to practice in my hometown since completing my physiotherapy degree in 2010.

I graduated from Brock University with a Kinesiology degree and then pursued a Masters of Science research degree in exercise physiology. I earned a Master’s degree in Physiotherapy at the University of Toronto. I have completed my certification in Acupuncture and Dry Needling from APTEI, Bonefit from Osteoporosis Canada and I am currently working through the orthopaedic manual therapy levels.

My treatment approach places a strong emphasis on exercise prescription in combination with manual therapy, acupuncture and shockwave.

Outside of my practice I enjoy spending time outdoors with my daughter, cycling, running and playing volleyball.

I look forward to working with you in optimizing your health!

My name is Kathy Eggenberger and I have had the good fortune of practicing physiotherapy since graduating from the University of British Columbia in 1999. I began my career working at several sports medicine clinics in Vancouver, Victoria and London. I have been practicing in Peterborough since 2003. I opened Optimal Health Physiotherapy in 2015.

My current treatment approach is comprehensive and involves a thorough assessment, goal setting, 'hands on’ treatment and a targeted exercise program. In addition to traditional physiotherapy modalities, I use manual therapy to restore normal joint mobility; acupuncture to control pain; dry needling to decrease muscle tension and shockwave to stimulate healing in chronic soft tissue injuries. I strongly believe in educating my clients about their conditions and providing them with the tools to manage the condition independently.

I am a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapists, have my BoneFit training from Osteoporosis Canada and have a certification in Acupuncture and Dry Needling from APTEI.
When I am not working as a physiotherapist, I spend time coaching the local youth triathlon team, the Peterborough Pirates, and organizing our local cycling club's Cyclocross Series.
I have competed with the Canadian National Rowing Team, at the Canadian National Cyclocross Championships and at several Age Group World Triathlon Championships.
In my spare time I can be found playing outside with my husband and two children: skiing, cycling, wake surfing, dirt biking and running.

I look forward to meeting you and helping you along your journey to optimal health

Hi, my name is Coreen and I am the administrative assistant at Optimal Health Physiotherapy. I grew up in Cobourg. I completed my Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science at Concordia University in Montreal and certified as an Athletic Therapist in 2018. During the fall and winter months I work with Trent University’s sports teams managing on-field injuries during their games.

In my free time I enjoy being active, reading, crafting, and hanging out with friends and family. Being new to living in Peterborough, I am looking forward to trying new restaurants and exploring the variety of hiking trails around the city.

I hope to make your experience at Optimal Health Physiotherapy a positive one by being a friendly and welcoming face.

I’m Cheri Anderson. A semi-retired 22-year corporate veteran, 5-year volunteer board member, 3-year entrepreneur and 8-year office administrator. My mission at Optimal Health is to ensure a welcoming and professional experience for all clientele and to support the therapists as needed. I’m an ardent naturalist, self proclaimed environmentalist and outdoors adventurer. Hiking and cycling are my passions; they allow me to get outside, breathe the air, connect with nature and explore new places. And Peterborough is a great place to do all that. My partners in adventure are my husband Scott and our 13-year old dog Kelso (or dawg, as he’s affectionately known). When we’re not off exploring, Scott and I can be found in our kitchen creating delicious meals with local food while enjoying a fine bottle of wine - our other hobby.