Kimberly Rau and Associates

Kimberly Rau, H.B.Sc.(KIN), C Ped(C), Canadian Certified Pedorthist

Kim began her career as the original associate of Pedorthic Services in 1986 and continues to practice in the Kitchener-Waterloo locations. She has an Honours Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from the University of Waterloo and completed her Canadian Pedorthics Certification in 1990. Kim has been highly involved in the national Pedorthic Association of Canada (PAC). As a member of the Education Committee she played an integral role in establishing the Diploma in Pedorthics, a joint venture between PAC and the University of Western Ontario. Her involvement with the program is ongoing as she serves as a practicum supervisor training future pedorthists. Kim is a member of PAC’s Insurance and Government Relations Committee whose responsibilities are to educate these agencies in order to protect the public and to ensure continued support of the services offered by Canadian Certified Pedorthists. In addition, Kim works as a private consultant to the insurance industry.

With over 25 years experience, Kim continues to contribute to the success of Pedorthic Services and the profession itself through teaching, involvement in research and by providing exceptional clinical services, conference presentations, lectures at educational institutions and seminars to the general public. She maintains her sanity through running and playing basketball and enjoys hours baking for her very appreciative husband and 2 teenage sons.

Jennifer Krulicki, B.A.(KIN), C Ped(C), Canadian Certified Pedorthist

Jennifer was first introduced to the world of pedorthics as a teenager when an injury at a provincial track and field meet landed her in the Pedorthic Services clinic where she received her first pair of foot orthotics. Her interest in sports, passion for sports medicine and positive experience with orthotics motivated Jen to volunteer with Pedorthic Services during her university years. Jennifer graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University in 2005 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology and Physical Education. She was accepted into the Pedorthic Program at University of Western Ontario and completed her Certification in November 2007. Jennifer spent the first year of her career at a Pedorthic Clinic in Guelph, Ontario and was ecstatic to be given the opportunity to return to Pedorthic Services in September 2009. Jennifer practices in the Kitchener-Waterloo Clinics as well as Wingham, Ontario.

Jennifer and her husband cherish every moment with their two young children. Jennifer also has a passion for DIY projects, renovating and decorating their home.

Tavish Lahay-Decker, H.B.Sc.(KIN), C Ped(C), Canadian Certified Pedorthist

Tavish was introduced to the field of pedorthics through volunteering during her university career. During this time she had the opportunity to shadow personal trainers, chiropractors and physiotherapists however it was with her involvement in gait training a child with cerebral palsy that sparked her interest in pedorthics. After volunteering with Kimberly Rau, she knew that a career in pedorthics was the right fit for her. Through her volunteer work with various fitness programs, with both special populations as well as healthy, Tavish has gained an appreciation for maintaining physical activity while preventing injuries. 

After graduating from the University of Waterloo in 2009 with her Honours Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology she completed the Pedorthic Program at the University of Western Ontario in 2011. Tavish has a keen interest in pedorthics education and in the future plans on contributing to the educational goals and training of future pedorthists.

In her free time Tavish enjoys cycling, sailing and gardening when she`s not spending time with her family and multiple pets.

Gillian Lyttle, BPE, B.H.Sc.(PT), RCAMT, C Ped(C), Canadian Certified Pedorthist

Gillian graduated from McMaster University in 1995 with a Bachelor of Health Sciences (Physiotherapy). She pursued post graduate training in orthopaedics, becoming a manual and manipulative therapist (Part A) in 2000. Gillian has been working as a registered physiotherapist in sports medicine for the past 14 years. Her interest in treating lower extremity dysfunction and biomechanical and pathological conditions of the foot and ankle led her to become a Certified Pedorthist in 2004.

Gillian’s educational background has provided her with a unique perspective when assessing and treating lower extremity dysfunction. She has a passion for gait analysis (walking and running) which she incorporates into her assessments; using video analysis when needed. Due to her clinical background, Gillian has also been invited to present at several conferences on the biomechanical and functional relationships between the pelvis, hip and foot.

Kimberly Coates, H.B.A.(KIN), C Ped(C), Canadian Certified Pedorthist

ANNOUNCEMENT
July 31, 2011
We would like to inform you that Kimberly Coates is no longer practicing with Kimberly Rau & Associates in the KW area. Kimberly has been a huge asset to our practice both personally and professionally and we are sad to know that she will no longer be working with us. Kimberly’s personal life and family is centered in Toronto. We have known for a long time that the day would come when Kimberly would tire of the commute from downtown Toronto and while she loves her job, the lab, the clinics, all the people she works with as well as her clients, the drive has become too much. This has not been an easy decision for Kimberly. We are so grateful for all Kimberly’s contributions over the past 6 years and will continue to remain very close friends.

As a client of Kimberly Rau & Associates and a personal client of Kimberly Coates, we would like to assure you that we will continue to serve your orthotic and footwear needs and carry on the quality service that you have experienced to date.