Some of you will recognize Hamraj Sidhu from his time with us as a physiotherapy student. We are so excited he has decided to join our little clinic! Read more about Hamraj below including why physiotherapy was his calling and how he may be able to get you an “in” with the British Royal Family.
What is something totally random that people won’t know about you?
In 2011, I sat with The Duke & Duchess of Cambridge, Prince William and Kate (as well as Prime Minister Steven Harper, the Governor General and more) during the opening ceremony of the Calgary Stampede.
When did you decide you wanted to be a physio?
I always knew I wanted to be in health care but did not know exactly what field. It wasn’t until the end of my second year of university when I began to work at a physiotherapy clinic as a Kinesiology co-op student that I really developed a passion for the profession. After this experience, I spent the remaining two years of my undergraduate degree taking additional courses such as advanced Human Anatomy and Physiology, Sports Injuries and Prevention, and more to help further my interest and knowledge.
Which sports are you into?
Basketball and rugby. I developed a passion for basketball at a young age and was involved in multiple clubs and organizations that travelled to compete. Rugby was a second sport that I enjoyed a lot! I developed a lot of friendships and life skills through sport.
Where did you grow up?
I grew up in a small town of 5,000-6,000 people called Mackenzie in Northern BC. Snow would last up to 8 months there!
What is your favourite orthopaedic condition to treat?
Anything to do with the shoulder! I just find the shoulder complex extremely fascinating with all the different joints involved and areas to look at that can contribute to someone’s symptoms.
What makes you happiest?
Being with family and friends! I also really enjoy my fitness routine at the gym because that it my 1-2 hours where I can completely turn off my brain from everything.
LIGHTNING ROUND!!!!!
Cats or dogs? Dogs
Favourite food? Pizza
Favourite dessert: Chocolate cake
Favourite Junk food: Chips
Beach or mountains: Mountains
Favourite colour: Blue
Favourite music: R&B + Hip hop (and a mix of other genre)
Favourite day of the week? Saturday
Nickname? Hamu
Would you rather be able to speak every language in the world or be able to talk to animals? Speak every language in the world
Favourite holiday? Christmas
How long does it take you to get ready? 15-20 minutes
Invisibility or super strength? Invisibility
Is it wrong for a vegetarian to eat animal crackers? No
Dawn or dusk? Dusk
Do you snore? Apparently I do sometimes?
Place you most want to travel? Greece
Last Halloween costume? Solar system
Favourite number? 23
Have you ever worn socks with sandals? Yes, definitely
Would you rather cuddle with a baby panda or a baby penguin? Baby panda
Would you want to live forever? Vancouver, we have everything here!
What's for dinner tonight? Fettuccine Alfredo