Team

All our professionals maintain the highest levels of accreditation and pursue ongoing education to stay abreast of the latest trends in the medical field. Read on to learn more about our staff's experience and training.


Tasleem


Tasleem (Taz) Ismail B.Sc(Hons), D.Ch.

Toronto, ON Chiropodist

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Bloor West Foot Clinic

Tasleem (Taz) Ismail B.Sc(Hons), D.Ch. received her Honours Bachelor of Kinesiology and Health Science from the York University in 2004 and graduated from the Michener Institute Chiropody Program in 2007. Her generous and giving nature has lead her to practice primarily at East End Community Health Centre with a focus on providing a full array of much needed chiropody services to the East York community.

She is a continuing education powerhouse with a list of specialized skills too lengthy to mention! Her ample toolbox includes: Foot Mobilisation Technique, Ross Fraser Nail Bracing, Active Release Technique. She provides mentorship to future foot health practitioners as a preceptor to nursing, nurse practitioner and chiropody residents during their clinical rotations.

Taz lives in the Beaches with her partner. When not at work, you can find her conditioning herself through spinning, hiking, and dragon boating.

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Andre


Andre Liban B.Sc (Hons), D.Ch.

Toronto, ON Chiropodist

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Andre Liban B.Sc (Hons), D.Ch. received his Honours Bachelor of Kinesiology and Health Science from the York University in 2018 and graduated from the Michener Institute Chiropody Program in 2022. Andre has previously spent time practicing in other private clinics and community health care settings.

He values the opportunity to be able to help people move through the world better through foot care. Andre enjoys travelling, hiking, exploring various places and foods, and playing recreational sports such as basketball, volleyball, and badminton.

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Pearl


Pearl Qiu H.BSc, D.C

Toronto, ON Chiropodist

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Pearl graduated from The University of Ottawa in 2019 before moving on and receiving her diploma in Chiropody from The Michener Institute in 2022. She draws from her experiences practicing in private, community health and hospital settings when providing care.Outside of the clinic, Pearl can be found drawing in her studio, trying new recipes, or shooting at the archery range. She currently lives downtown with her partner and their cat, Sam.

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Liz


Elizabeth (Liz) Samothrakis B.Sc (Hons), D.Ch. Toronto, ON Chiropodist

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Elizabeth (Liz) earned her Honours Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from York University in 2022 and then completed the Chiropody program at the Michener Institute in 2025. She brings to the Bloor West Foot Clinic team clinical experience from both private practice and public health settings. Liz has a special interest in high-risk foot care and is highly motivated to enhance every patient's overall quality of life through preventative and compassionate treatment. When Liz is not working hard at the clinic she can be found outside the clinic enjoying the outdoors or cozying up with a good book. Liz is also very active as she enjoys practicing yoga. Following some good activity Liz is quite the foodie and she is always on the hunt for new sushi spots. You also might run into her exploring Toronto's farmers' markets or out on the trails enjoying long walks and hikes.


Liz


Eva Kim B.Sc (Hons), D.Ch. ;Toronto, ON Chiropodist

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Eva Kim is a Registered Chiropodist committed to helping individuals feel at ease, confident, and well supported throughout their foot health journey. With training in kinesiology and formal education in chiropody, she approaches treatment with care, intention, and attention to each person’s unique needs. She completed her Advanced Diploma in Chiropody at The Michener Institute of Education at UHN and holds an Honours Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology & Health Science from York University. Eva has worked in both private clinic and community health environments, delivering services to individuals across all ages and a broad range of concerns. Eva believes in building strong therapeutic relationships by listening carefully, providing clear education, and collaborating with those she treats to develop customized treatment plans that promote foot health, mobility, and overall quality of life. She is fluent in English and Korean, which allows her to effectively serve a diverse community. Outside the clinic, Eva enjoys spending time walking her dog, preparing home-cooked meals, and travelling whenever possible.


Kathie


Katherine (Kathie) Kilpatrick M.Sc., CSEP-CPT

Toronto, ON Medical Receptionist

Bloor West Foot Clinic


After over 20 years in advertising, Kathie decided to turn her passion for health and fitness into a newfound career. Since 2003, she has helped people of all ages and from all walks of life become healthier through fitness, nutrition and injury rehab. She has owned her own personal training studio, managed physiotherapy and chiropractic clinics and, more recently… she’s moved on down to feet, the foundation that supports it all!
Kathie looks forward to working with the Bloor West Foot Clinic team to help our patients have healthy, happy feet. 
Kathie lives in The Beach area of the city with her husband, Paul and kitty, Jenkins. She is an avid gardener, cook and entertainer, and loves exploring our great city.

Christina


Christina Da Silva

Toronto, ON Medical Receptionist

Bloor West Foot Clinic


After an eight-year journey in the Chiropody industry, Christina brought her wealth of experience, dedication, and talent to our team at Bloor West Foot Clinic (an exceptional and valued addition for us!). She has us covered very well from the tips of our toes to the top of our heads. In addition to her clinic experience, Christina expresses her artistic side as a hair colour technician in her time away from the clinic. Alongside husband Mike, she is also a busy and loving MOM to two wonderful children: stepdaughter Sophia and son Liam who are her treasures. Christina looks forward to assisting each patient with keeping a skip in their step and a smile on their face each time they visit the clinic. So please come visit Christina and the team and experience the magic!

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Bloor West Foot Clinic

Monday:

Closed

Tuesday:

7:30 am-5:00 pm

Wednesday:

10:00 am-6:00 pm

Thursday:

7:30 am-5:00 pm

Friday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Saturday:

8:00 am-1:00 pm

Sunday:

Closed