Hiten Thakker holds a Masters in Rehabilitation Sciences from McMaster University. He is certified in Acupuncture, Advanced Neurofunctional Sports Performance, Orthopaedic Manual Therapy and Certified GUNN IMS, Certified Gokovi Transverse Technique specializing in chronic pain.

He has received a Program Excellence Award from the Faculty of Health Science Graduate Program and Postdoctoral Studies, and is currently a member of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association Orthopaedic Division.

In addition to his formal education and professional accolades, Thakker has a passion for treating pain, as well as understanding the biopsychosocial aspect of it. He is excited by the continued expansion of this field, which challenge and motivates him to work harder and achieve better outcomes for his patients.

Thakker’s practice favors a holistic approach that looks beyond structural diagnosis to provide a full context of the patient. His treatment is complemented by the use of methods such as yoga ,manual therapy and medical acupuncture, as he attempts to treat both mind and body to achieve physical relief and meaningful functional change.

In his personal life, Thakker enjoys travel, yoga and reading Hindu Philosophy, which allows him to explore the deeper aspects of life and meditation.