Our Team

At Align Chiropractic we are dedicated to providing you with the very best care available today to assist your body’s inherent ability to heal itself, and improve your quality of life. Our goal is to help individuals regain their highest functional level at work, sports and everyday life.

Dr. Daniel Dugan - Chiropractor

Born and raised in Cornwall, Ontario, Dr. Dugan attended Queen’s University and obtained his Bachelor of Science in mathematics and Bachelor of Physical and Health Education in Kinesiology in 1994. During his time there he was a member of the Varsity track and field team, specializing in high jump. Chiropractic helped him achieve higher heights, leading him to pursue chiropractic. He graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1998.

While attending chiropractic college Dr. Dugan competed across the United States for the school volleyball team. He continues to play recreational volleyball in the Erin Mills community.

Since entering practice Dr. Dugan has treated Olympic gymnasts, CFL, NFL, NHL and PGA professionals. Also he has cared for many cast members from Meadowvale theatre to broadway.

Dr. Tamara Holowka - Chiropractor

Dr. Holowka has been a Mississauga resident for over 35 years, growing up in Mississauga and attending high school in the area. She received her Honours Bachelor of Science in Biology and Psychology at University of Toronto before completing her Doctorate of Chiropractic at Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport Iowa.

Dr. Holowka has completed year 1 of the Diplomate of Pediatrics and enjoys working with infants and children.

Growing up, she was involed in Ukrainian dance, figure skating, and skiing. The injuries mounted and chiropractic helped her perform to her full potential.
As avid skiers Dr. Holowka and Dr. Dugan can be found skiing the slopes of Whistler every year with their two daughters, Sarah and Vanessa.

Dr. Lori Watson - Chiropractor

Dr.Lori Watson attended the University of Waterloo and earned a Bachelor of Science degree with Honours Kinesiology in 1999. Upon completion of her degree she managed 3 fitness clubs in the Kitchener-Waterloo area specializing in group fitness classes, personal training and nutritional counselling. Lori's mission, to make a profound and positive difference in peoples lives, led her to the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College where she graduated Cum Laude and with Clinic Honours in 2008.

Lori enjoys her work immmensely and has had this to say about chiropractic- "more and more people are choosing chiropractic care because they want a natural approach to health and to avoid addictive drugs or irreversible surgery." It is her aim to alleviate pain, restore health, and give advice on posture, nutrition and appropriate exercises to help lead a healthy, active lifestyle.

In her spare time Dr. Lori Watson enjoys weight tarining, golfing, cooking, listening to music and watching movies.

Dr. Wendy W.Gan - Acupuncturist

Dr. Wendy W.Gan has practiced in both China and Canada. She is a certified and licensed Dr. Acupuncture, Dr. TCM, member of Canadian Society of Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture(CSCMA). After she received her Masters degree in Canada, she went back to China and majored in "Acupuncture and Moxibustion" in Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine. After graduation, she worked in Shanghai JinAn Hospital and then came back to Canada. Wendy has been part of the office for several years, and believes in educating her clients. She feels that if her clients have the knowledge in their hands, they can start facilitating the healing process and become more in tune with their bodies..

Marie McCrae – Registered Massage Therapist

Brian Osborne – Registered Massage Therapist

Growing up on a farm in Manitoba has led to a life-long passion for physical activity and sport. Brian has had many opportunities to be a patient and to appreciate the need for health maintenance and rehabilitative care.

Brians first career was as a Medical Laboratory Technologist. While a rewarding “illness care” career, he has always preferred the idea of health promotion and injury prevention. He graduated with Honours from the Massage Therapy program at Canadian Therapeutic College in 2004. As a member of the Align Chiropractic team since January 2005, he has had the opportunity to treat people in all states of health and need - children to seniors, weekend warriors to professional athletes, office workers to manual labourers.

Brian currently live in Kitchener with his wife and daughter. They enjoy rock climbing, off-road mountain biking, rollerblading, working out, swimming, and many other activities they can do as a family.

Sarah Peng – Acupuncturist

Sarah graduated from Guangzhou Traditional Chinese Medicine University (the oldest TCM institute in China) in 1997. She is a member of the Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Association of Canada. With 14-years clinical experience and deep passion in her career, she has successfully treated many clinical conditions in hospitals and clinics. Her goal is to work closely with each patient to uncover the root of one’s ailments. She thinks true health is more than just not feeling sick. It means that you are functioning at you highest level, you have the energy you need to get the most out of every day. Chinese medicine can help you achieve and maintain this level of wellness.

Tammy – Chiropractic Health Assistant

Born and raised in Mississauga, Tammy is well known in the community and brings a friendly, family approach to chiropractic. Tammy and her children receive regular chiropractic care for their overall health and wellness. It is her mission to educate as many families as possible, to the benefits of regular chiropractic care for the whole family. When away from the clinic Tammy enjoys spending time at home with the family, and attending her childrens' soccer games. She is excited to help and work with new people and connot wait to meet you?