Certified Sport & Exercise Medicine services are available through consultation with our Sports & Exercise Medicine Physician, Dr. Sheryl Wark. Referrals by Medical Doctors can be directed to:
Fairway Physiotherapy
620 Arthur St W. Thunder Bay, ON
Phone: (807) 344-5242
Fax: (807) 344-5042
Email: reception@fairwayphysio.ca
What is a Sports & Exercise Medicine Physician?
Sports & Exercise Medicine physicians are specially trained to care for individuals of all ages who are active or involved in physical activity and sport. They focus on promoting lifelong health and fitness, while also preventing, diagnosing, and treating illnesses or injuries related to sports and exercise.
Sport and Exercise Medicine physicians are specially trained to offer expert medical care in several key areas, including:
Services Provided at Fairway by Dr. S. Wark:
Learn more about Dr. Wark below!
Dr. Sheryl Wark, CCFP(SEM), Dip. Sport Medicine, HBK, BSc
Sport Medicine and Family Physician
NOSM Assistant Professor
Dr. Sheri Wark is a certified Sport Medicine Physician who is from Thunder Bay. She completed her Kinesiology and Psychology at Lakehead University and worked as a personal trainer/Kinesiologist while continuing her education in Diagnostics. After completing her BSc in Radiation Sciences and Nuclear Medicine Diploma through the University of Toronto/Michener Institute program, she worked as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist in Winnipeg and Thunder Bay. She then entered medical school at the Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) and went on to complete her Family Medicine Residency with NOSM as well. She then completed her Fellowship in Sport and Exercise Medicine through the University of Manitoba/Pan Am Clinic program. During her fellowship, she worked at the Minor Injury Clinic at the Pan Am Clinic managing acute/subacute injuries such as sprains/strains and fractures. She also trained at the Pan Am Concussion Program dealing with concussion, return to learn, and return to play management. In regards to team sports, she spent time with the Winnipeg Jets and was the Chief Doping Control Officer for the FIFA Women’s World Cup (Manitoba site). She also covered the Rifle’s Football games and volunteered at the PGA McKenzie Tour. She has continued to volunteer her time after returning home, with international events such as the Can-Am Police-Fire Games 2016.
Her current qualifications are her CCFP(SEM) -College of Family Physicians of Canada with a Certificate of Added Competence in Sport and Exercise Medicine & a Diploma in Sport and Exercise Medicine through CASEM (Canadian Academy of Sport and Exercise Medicine).
Fairway Physiotherapy
620 Arthur St W. Thunder Bay, ON
Phone: (807) 344-5242
Fax: (807) 344-5042
Email: reception@fairwayphysio.ca
What is a Sports & Exercise Medicine Physician?
Sports & Exercise Medicine physicians are specially trained to care for individuals of all ages who are active or involved in physical activity and sport. They focus on promoting lifelong health and fitness, while also preventing, diagnosing, and treating illnesses or injuries related to sports and exercise.
Sport and Exercise Medicine physicians are specially trained to offer expert medical care in several key areas, including:
- Diagnosing and treating joint and muscle problems caused by acute injuries, degeneration, or overuse
- Prescribing exercise and physical activity to improve overall health and help prevent or manage chronic conditions like high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, osteoarthritis, and depression
- Addressing exercise-related medical issues, including concussions and asthma
- Providing care for individuals of all ages in various sports, from recreational to professional, including pre-participation assessments, event medical coverage, anti-doping guidance, environmental considerations, mental health support, and care for athletes with disabilities
- Preventing injuries and medical conditions related to physical activity and sports
Services Provided at Fairway by Dr. S. Wark:
- Sport & Exercise Medicine Consultations
- Acute Sport-Related Concussion Consultations
- Cortisone Injections (excluding hip intra-articular)
- Trigger Point Injections
Learn more about Dr. Wark below!
Dr. Sheryl Wark, CCFP(SEM), Dip. Sport Medicine, HBK, BSc
Sport Medicine and Family Physician
NOSM Assistant Professor
Dr. Sheri Wark is a certified Sport Medicine Physician who is from Thunder Bay. She completed her Kinesiology and Psychology at Lakehead University and worked as a personal trainer/Kinesiologist while continuing her education in Diagnostics. After completing her BSc in Radiation Sciences and Nuclear Medicine Diploma through the University of Toronto/Michener Institute program, she worked as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist in Winnipeg and Thunder Bay. She then entered medical school at the Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) and went on to complete her Family Medicine Residency with NOSM as well. She then completed her Fellowship in Sport and Exercise Medicine through the University of Manitoba/Pan Am Clinic program. During her fellowship, she worked at the Minor Injury Clinic at the Pan Am Clinic managing acute/subacute injuries such as sprains/strains and fractures. She also trained at the Pan Am Concussion Program dealing with concussion, return to learn, and return to play management. In regards to team sports, she spent time with the Winnipeg Jets and was the Chief Doping Control Officer for the FIFA Women’s World Cup (Manitoba site). She also covered the Rifle’s Football games and volunteered at the PGA McKenzie Tour. She has continued to volunteer her time after returning home, with international events such as the Can-Am Police-Fire Games 2016.
Her current qualifications are her CCFP(SEM) -College of Family Physicians of Canada with a Certificate of Added Competence in Sport and Exercise Medicine & a Diploma in Sport and Exercise Medicine through CASEM (Canadian Academy of Sport and Exercise Medicine).