In the 2026 Readers' Choice Awards for Pickering, Apex Physiotherapy & Chiropractic secured recognition in eighteen categories, spanning eleven clinic categories and seven individual practitioner categories within Health, Beauty and Wellness. The awards, determined by community nominations and voting, signal deep local trust in the family-owned clinic and highlight the broadening demand for integrated, non-invasive rehabilitation services in the region.
The clinic earned Diamond recognition across a wide spectrum of care areas, including Best Acupuncture, Best Chiropractic Clinic, Best Massage Therapy, and Best Medical / Health Clinic. Additional Diamond wins came in Best Naturopathic Clinic / Services, Best Orthotic Services, and Best Osteopath Clinic. The clinic also took Diamond in Best Physiotherapy Clinic / Services, Best Physiotherapy for Athletes, and Best Reflexology Service, culminating in the Best Overall Business in Health, Beauty and Wellness honor.
Individual practitioners were also celebrated. In the Best Chiropractor category, Dr. Jessica Kissoon received Diamond, Dr. Shawn Gargoum received Platinum, and Dr. Cameron Tranchell received Gold. Dr. Mireille Momdjian earned Diamond for Best Naturopath, while Yi Na Sin took Diamond for Best Registered Massage Therapist. In the Best Physiotherapist category, Corey Hafner received Platinum and Alisha Mistry received Gold.
Founded in 2016 by Dr. Christopher Gordon-Tennant, who remains owner, Apex has expanded from a single Pickering location to a two-site multidisciplinary clinic. Corey Hafner and Shawn Gargoum serve as owners and clinic directors. The clinic's mission centers on honest, high-quality care rooted in evidence and research, delivered in a personable, comforting way. Care begins with a thorough assessment to identify the root cause of a condition, followed by treatment aimed at restoring health and returning patients to regular activities.
Services include physiotherapy, chiropractic care, registered massage therapy, acupuncture, athletic therapy, and rehabilitation supported by a full-sized on-site gym. Advanced offerings include Class IV laser therapy, spinal decompression as an alternative to invasive back surgery, and RPW shockwave therapy. The interdisciplinary approach fosters collaboration among practitioners treating the same case, catering to all ages and fitness levels. Apex operates at 1450 Kingston Road, Unit 7, and 550 Finch Avenue in Pickering, serving Scarborough and Durham Region. For more information or to book an appointment, visit https://www.apexphysiochiro.ca or apexphysiochiro.ca.
The breadth of this recognition matters because it demonstrates that a single clinic can excel across multiple disciplines while maintaining community trust. As healthcare consumers increasingly seek integrated, non-surgical options, Apex's model offers a template for how multidisciplinary practices can meet diverse needs under one roof. The awards also reinforce the value of local voting in shaping healthcare reputations, giving residents a direct voice in celebrating providers who prioritize evidence-based, patient-centered care.
