Erik Schmidt, PT

Pro Function

Physiotherapist FCAMPT Certified Advanced Clinical Education (MClScPT) Certified Mulligan Practitioner/Instructor Languages: English / French / German Erik is the co-owner of Pro Function. Formerly of Body Mechanics at Bellwood Plaza, Erik has worked in Orthopaeadic Physiotherapy since graduating from Queen’s University with an MScPT degree in 2006. For some, achieving a career in healthcare is the goal, but Erik always just figured it was a good place to start. Since beginning his career Erik has immersed himself in his profession, completing several post graduate programs and offering his time to several faculties and committees. Most notably, Erik completed his Masters of Clinical Science in Manipulative Therapy (MClSc) at Western University in 2011 and went on to become a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manual and Manipulative Physical Therapists (FCAMPT) - an internationally recognized and highest possible Canadian designation. Even that wasn’t quite enough, Erik doesn’t just excel as an FCAMPT, he also went on to become their elected president! Erik has done other work as a past executive member for the National Orthopaeadic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association, a past president for the London Orthopaeadic Unit, a past faculty lecturer for the Northern Ontario School of Medicine, and is currently an assistant instructor to several healthcare education programs including the Mulligan Concept, the National Orthopaedic Division and the both of the physiotherapy programs offered through Western. Back in the clinic Erik is a well-versed and dynamic physio who has a unique ability to work with just about anyone. From London, to Thunder Bay, to South Africa, Erik has worked in an impressive number of places with an impressive range of patients. He can also do it in English, French or German. Notably, Erik has extensive experience working with health care colleagues, national level athletes, industrial assembly workers, law enforcement services, long-term care residents and weekend warriors! When not in the clinic you can find Erik outside (he’s always outside!) Erik loves anything and everything to do with the outdoors and travel. So whether it be summer or winter, alone or with family, Erik can be found running, biking, hiking, fishing, camping, canoeing, skiing..