Shaina McQuilkie

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Shaina McQuilkie

Shaina is a practicing chiropractor based in Ontario. In addition to running her practice, she has a passion for writing and has been working as a freelance medical writer for several years. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter.

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