Erin Mckinnon

PHYSIOTHERAPY RESIDENT

Erin, a St. John’s native, grew up playing various sports, ultimately focusing on soccer. She competed locally and nationally, later joining the Memorial Seahawks Women’s Soccer Team during her university years.

In 2024, Erin earned a Master of Science in Physiotherapy from Dalhousie University, having previously obtained an Honours Bachelor of Kinesiology (Co-op) from Memorial University in 2020. Her passion for sports drives her to work with athletes on fitness and performance, and she volunteers as a team trainer for a local Challenge Cup Soccer Team.

In her free time, Erin enjoys running, working out, traveling, and spending time with friends and family. She is dedicated to helping patients manage and improve their health and wellness. She has a keen interest in pelvic health and is eager to grow in this area with Higher State Wellness.

  • I will be starting the process to specialize in pelvic health in December but I am fresh out of school right now and open to all new experiences/focus areas, just excited to learn!

  • The most inspiring part of my work is the profound impact I can have on people's lives. I love being directly involved in improving patients well-being and guiding them on their journey to recovery. Watching someone return to doing what they love after an injury or surgery is incredibly rewarding, and it's the outcome I constantly strive to achieve.

  • I used to be a figure skater!

  • Going for a run, working out, or taking a walk outside.

  • Absolutely coffee.

  • I enjoy spending time with family and friends. I also enjoy travelling when I have the opportunity!

  • One wellness tip I always share with my patients is to make movement a daily habit. Even small, consistent movements like stretching, walking, or simple mobility exercises can be very beneficial!