Our Team

Christina is a CMMOTA Registered Massage Therapist, C-IAYT Yoga Therapist, and Accessible Yoga Teacher. Her work is deeply informed by her own journey through persistent pain and the transformative role that body-based therapies can play in restoring comfort, mobility, and quality of life. This personal experience guides the compassionate and individualized care she offers to each client.

Christina’s treatments focus on reducing pain and tension, supporting injury and post-surgical recovery, managing chronic conditions, improving mobility and function, and promoting deep relaxation. She takes a whole-body approach to care, supporting clients on their unique path toward healing and sustainable wellness.

Dr. Gloria Hong was raised and has lived the majority of her life in West Edmonton. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences at the University of Alberta in 1996 and then graduated from Los Angeles College of Chiropractic in 2001. She practiced in Huntington Beach, CA after graduation, before returning home to Edmonton in 2003 to set up her own practice. She is excited to be continuing her practice and treating her patients as she joins the team at WOW Chiropractic.

Dr. Hong believes in providing high quality care focused on treating the entire patient, as well as their symptoms. Her goal is to alleviate pain and inspire and educate her patients to become active participants in their own path to health and wellness.

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Education:

• Doctor of Chiropractic 2001 , Los Angeles College of Chiropractic, Whittier, CA
• Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences 1996, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB

Professional Volunteer Work:

• Examiner – Canadian Chiropractic Examining Board since 2003
• Former Vice President and Secretary – Edmonton Chiropractic Society 2003-2005

Owner of WOW Chiropractic

Since 1998, Dr. Patricia Andrews has been dedicated to improving her patients’ quality of life through compassionate, high-quality chiropractic and wellness care. Operating on a “whole person approach,” Dr. Andrews combines hands-on techniques with multi-disciplinary care to accelerate healing, manage pain, and support long-term health. Beyond her private practice in West Edmonton, Dr. Andrews is deeply committed to healthcare education and community leadership. She serves as an College instructor in anatomy, physiology, and orthopedic assessment, bringing decades of real-world clinical insight directly to her students.

Education & Advanced Training:

Graduate Certificate / Diploma in Anatomical Sciences Education University of Florida (2023)

Doctor of Chiropractic Northwestern College of Chiropractic, Minneapolis, MN (1998)

Bachelor of Physical Education & Sport Studies University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB (1994)

Licensure & Professional Credentials:

College of Chiropractic of Alberta Chiropractic Association of Alberta Canadian Chiropractic Association Fellowship in Chiropractic Pediatrics

Teaching & Academic:

Instructor of Anatomy & Physiology, Orthopedic Assessment MaKami College, Edmonton (2016–Present) Instructor of Medical Terminology NorQuest College, Edmonton (2015)

Leadership & Community Involvement:

President of Daughters of Penelope (Boreas Chapter 268) (2025–Present) Co-Chair: Marketing & Promotions Committee | Alberta College & Association of Chiropractors (2005–2011) Treasurer | Edmonton Chiropractic Society (1999–2003)

Dr. Rod, as he is called around here, is originally from Saskatoon and, yes, is a die-hard Riders fan. He attained his BSc. (Anatomy) at the U of S, took a year of nursing, then attended Northwestern College of Chiropractic in Bloomington, Minnesota to attain his doctorate. He practiced in southwestern Montana for 2 years before moving back to Canada.

Dr. Rod enjoys the outdoors, keeping active and being active in his church. He, his wife Gloria and two of their (not-so-young) children live in west Edmonton where he ran his own clinic for 18 years before joining WOW; a decision he hasn’t regretted.

Dr. Rod will make a point of including you in your own care. If you aren’t willing to help yourself beyond coming to your appointments, you won’t likely reach your health care goals. 15 minutes per day, per week or per month with your chiropractor won’t help much if you aren’t taking care of yourself in other aspects of your health. That being said, get adjusted regularly; your body will thank you.

In 2008 Kate graduated from the Massage Therapy Studies program at Grant MacEwan. Afterwards she moved back to her hometown of Edson and worked out of a Family Chiropractic clinic for over two years. Here Kate was able to grow as a therapist and developed a keen therapeutic touch. In 2011 she moved to Edmonton and started work at Dolce Soliel Spa and Salon. Ready for change and wanting to work in a professional clinic again led Kate to WOW Chiropractic in 2013.

As a Massage Therapist she is interested in understanding the roots of your visit and helping support you through preventative or recovery therapy. Kate is excited to meet with you and help you work towards a more balanced self!

Samath graduated in 2019 from MH Vicars School of Massage Therapy. He specializes in deep tissue and light therapy work with a flow that relaxes the body to give an effective treatment. He is passionate about health and fitness and committed to helping his clients overcome injuries and maintain a healthy balanced lifestyle.