Dr. Robert Cutting was born and raised in Georgetown, Ontario where he spent his time studying, and playing competitive football and rugby. His passion for sports and exercise continued throughout his time at Western University where he attained a Bachelor of Science, Honors Specialization in Kinesiology and spent three years on the Men’s Rugby Team. He then continued his education at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto, Ontario where he earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree.

Dr. Cutting’s evidence-based style of practice encompasses not only his clinical expertise but encourages patient input and active involvement in their rehabilitation while utilizing the most sound scientific evidence when developing individualized treatment plans. He strongly believes there should never be a cookie-cutter approach to patient management and that all treatment plans should be individualized in the best interest of the patient to get them back to doing the things they love as soon as possible.

Dr. Cutting has extensive training in mobilization and manipulation of the spine and extremities, myofascial release therapy, instrument assisted soft tissue techniques, active rehabilitation and is certified in Functional Integrated Acupuncture and Athletic Movement Assessment. Utilizing these skill sets he seeks to restore proper function, accelerate recovery and educate patients on strategies to decrease the risk of re-injury. He is a member of the Canadian Chiropractic and Saskatchewan Chiropractic Associations.

In his free time Dr. Cutting enjoys CrossFit, anything outdoors, and continues to play rugby.

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Kelsey has been an avid lifter and fitness nut for nearly 10 years after falling in love with the gym in 2015. Pursuing a degree in the field of health and exercise sciences was a no-brainer, and becoming a certified personal trainer was the natural path for her following the completion of her degree. She has worked with many different types of clients over the years including younger adolescents, older individuals, strength athletes, and those who have dealt with injury or mobility restrictions. Her goal as a trainer is to help every client see their strength, movement capacity, and personal relationship to fitness grow while genuinely enjoying their time in the gym.

Kelsey is also a competitive powerlifter and powerlifting coach who is passionate about helping athletes of all ages realize their potential to gain strength with appropriate guidance, both mental and physical. Her experience in dealing with injuries herself has allowed her to better understand the degree to which movement and function can be impacted, and wants to help those who may be dealing with or recovering from injury retain and gain function over time with individualized training protocols and guidance. Whether you are brand new to the gym or a seasoned lifter, Kelsey will allow you to feel comfortable in the gym while seeing progress and enjoying the process.

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Born and raised in Saskatoon, Thomas graduated from the University of Saskatchewan with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology (Exercise & Sport Studies) in 2022, followed by a Master’s of Physical Therapy in 2024. Thomas has a passion for helping people build resilience, regain function, and achieve their personal goals, drawing on his extensive background in strength and conditioning. As a competitive powerlifter and certified strength coach, Thomas brings a unique perspective to rehabilitation, combining evidence-based practices with an understanding of athletic performance. He has experience working with clients from all walks of life, whether they’re athletes, weekend warriors, or individuals recovering from injury. Outside of work, Thomas enjoys strength training and competing in powerlifting, playing video games, and spending time outdoors

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Andrea was born and raised in Saskatoon. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology (Exercise and Sport Studies) with Great Distinction in 2022 and soon after began her journey at the University of Manitoba in the Master of Physical Therapy program. She completed her Master of Physical Therapy degree in 2024 and returned home to Saskatoon soon after. Andrea has been passionate about movement and exercise throughout her life, playing a variety of sports and spending lots of time active with family and friends. Her active lifestyle led her to seek a career in physical therapy following her time in kinesiology. She enjoys helping people improve their quality of life, and helping them feel and move better. Andrea’s goal is to provide individualized and well-rounded care to clients of all ages. She believes that care, compassion, exercise and manual therapy are all integral components to help clients to reach their goals. During her time in the College of Kinesiology, Andrea spent time with the Huskie Wrestling team as a student trainer. While in the Master of Physical Therapy program, Andrea held two positions with the Manitoba Physiotherapy Association and Sport Physiotherapy Canada- Manitoba respectively. She enjoyed further involvement with community sports and the ability to advocate for the physical therapy profession. Outside of the clinic, Andrea can be found spending time outdoors and with family and friends. She enjoys staying active through a variety of activities including general strength training, running, golfing, and walking her dogs.

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Melissa graduated from the University of Saskatchewan with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology in 2016, followed by a Master of Physical Therapy degree in 2019.

Sports and exercise have always been a big part of Melissa’s life - from playing a multitude of sports growing up to spending three years as a student trainer for the women’s varsity hockey team at the University of Saskatchewan. Melissa has always had a fascination with the human body and has an inherent caring nature which led her into the field of physical therapy. Her goal is to provide manual therapy, education, and functional exercise prescription to help individuals get back to doing the activities that they love.

Melissa’s focus is on movement and biomechanical restoration through manual therapy and exercise. She is presently navigating through the Mackie Mentorship program of Advanced Manual Therapy. She is progressing towards an Orthopaedic Division Diploma in Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy for further credentialing.

Melissa has recently completed an Oncology course focusing on Rehabilitation Strategies for Patients with Cancer. Her passion is to provide individuals in cancer remission or undergoing cancer treatment with strategies and education, and to create client-centered programs to improve function and quality of life.

Outside of the clinic Melissa enjoys being outdoors, spending time with her friends and family, and playing sports such as badminton, softball, hockey, and golf.

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Born and raised in Saskatoon. Mat graduated from the University of Saskatchewan with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology (Exercise & Sport Studies) with Great Distinction in 2016. He then completed his Master’s of Physical Therapy in 2019.

Mat has mentored under Blaine for almost a decade. He first started working at the clinic as a personal trainer. His caring nature and constant drive to help people improve, whether in the realm of fitness or healing from their pain, led him to the physiotherapy profession. In 2019, he finally fulfilled his dream of becoming a Physiotherapist. Since he started, Mat has focused on honing and perfecting his manual therapy skills; he has also completed the R2P Management of Acute Concussion and Management of Post-Concussion Syndrome courses, as well as the Upper Body RAPID Neurofascial reset course. Mat also specializes in temporomandibular (TMJ) pain, dysfunction, and treatment.

Mat enjoys working with all populations and ages; whether you are old or young, an elite athlete or a weekend warrior, Mat can help with all your rehabilitation and fitness needs. Although he enjoys treating any aches or pains you may have, Mat has a special interest in TMJ dysfunction, acute concussion and Post-Concussion Syndrome management, neck/lower back pain and creating strength & conditioning programs to assist you in meeting your fitness goals.

Outside of work, Mat enjoys strength training and golfing, as well as his fair share of video games.

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Nadia obtained her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology (Exercise & Sport Studies) with honours and great distinction from the University of Saskatchewan in 2015; she then went on to complete her Masters of Physical Therapy in 2017.

Nadia’s approach to manual physiotherapy is strongly influenced by her mentor, Blaine, and the fantastic team that makes up Mackie Physiotherapy. Nadia uses her passion and enthusiasm to provide quality care, and her refined skills to achieve patient goals. She has credentialing in Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy, is certified in Biomedical Dry Needling (BDN), and is progressing towards an Orthopedic Division Diploma in manual and manipulative physiotherapy. Nadia is a former competitive gymnast and diver, and her continued experience with athletics makes her an integral member of the Mackie Sport Division. Nadia is also the lead physiotherapist for two of our popular gym programs: Osteoarthritis Strength/Mobility Class and Diabetes & Liver Health Exercise Class. Both of these programs run regularly throughout the year.

Outside of the office Nadia enjoys spending time outdoors jogging, hiking, kayaking, and camping. She also loves relaxing and watching a good movie!

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Regan obtained his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology with honours & great distinction from the University of Saskatchewan in 2017, and in 2020 he completed his Masters of Physical Therapy.

Regan is dedicated to providing top quality care and is willing to help anyone meet their goals from rehabilitating a current injury, enhancing sport performance, preventing future injury and/or improving overall quality of life.

The key to Regan’s treatment approach is that he is always willing to go the extra mile to make sure that the client’s program is personalized and a good fit for them. His goal is to leave the client satisfied by meeting their needs and improving any biomechanical issues through manual therapy, education, and the development of a proper exercise program. Regan has a keen interest in manual therapy and will look to continue to enhance his skills under Blaine’s mentorship.

In his spare time Regan can be found enjoying the outdoors with his wife, visiting with family and friends, and playing a variety sports such as hockey and golf.

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Shae was born and raised in Saskatoon and had the privilege of completing her schooling at the University of Saskatchewan. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology (Exercise & Sport Studies) with honours and great distinction in 2020, and her Masters of Physical Therapy in 2022.

Shae has been passionate about the power of movement for a long time, and her desire to help others led her to pursue a career in physiotherapy to enable people to be strong and capable in their own lives. With mentorship from Blaine and the rest of the Mackie team, Shae seeks to combine manual therapy with exercise prescription and education to help patients reach their goals and enjoy life to its fullest.

Shae has enjoyed working with athletes during her time as a trainer with Huskie Athletics football, men’s soccer, and the Saskatoon Hilltops. Shae also loves empowering people across their lifespan to dial in to the next level of function and ability, whether that be through optimizing their biomechanics, reducing pain, or getting stronger in the gym.

In her free time, Shae participates in Olympic weightlifting, cycling, spends time with friends and family, plays piano, and tries to keep her numerous houseplants alive.

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Born and raised in beautiful Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Tyler earned his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology (Exercise & Sport Studies) with Great Distinction from the University of Saskatchewan in 2011. He then earned his Masters of Physical Therapy in 2014.

Under the mentorship of Blaine Mackie, and with an unquenchable thirst for knowledge, Tyler has evolved in his practice and embodies the Mackie philosophy of high-level manual therapy integrated with lifelong strength. Tyler maintains a holistic and patient-centered focus of care, and aims to empower his patients with the skills and knowledge necessary to heal effectively.

Tyler has a lifelong passion for sports and has been integral in developing the Mackie Physiotherapy Sport Division. The Sport Division has created lasting partnerships with major athletic organizations and teams throughout Saskatoon, such as Marian Gymnastics, CrossFit BRIO, U of S Barbell and Grip-It Climbing. This division of our clinic continues to deliver educational seminars, sideline event coverage, injury prevention and maintenance programs, and specific therapeutic protocols based on the needs of specific organizations and their athletes. We are especially proud of the work we have done to help with the success of local gymnastics, CrossFit, powerlifting, and soccer athletes.

Tyler is certified in Biomedical Dry Needling (BDN), McKenzie Spinal Treatment (MDT), Functional Movement Systems (FMS), and is a Sport First Responder. He is a Strength & Conditioning consultant for the Sport Medicine & Science Council of Saskatchewan which provides funding for national and internationally ranked athletes. He has taken courses in Diane Lee’s Integrated Systems Model and is progressing towards an Orthopaedic Division Diploma in Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy.

Tyler loves animals, lifting heavy things, reading in the sunshine, and football.

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