Dr. Sam Weichel

Founder & Chiropractor

Dr. Sam Weichel grew up in Southampton with a lifelong passion for endurance sports. As a competitive cyclist and Nordic skier at both the provincial and national levels, he brings firsthand experience of the physical demands placed on the athletic body. This background fuels his specialized approach to treating athletes—while still delivering personalized care for individuals of all activity levels.

Dr. Weichel is trained in a range of advanced treatment techniques, allowing him to tailor care to each patient’s unique needs and goals. His certifications and training include:

MyoMatrix Release Technique (MMR): Targeted muscle and fascia release
Functional Integrated Acupuncture: For soft tissue injuries and chronic pain
Functional Movement Screens: Assessing movement quality, strengths, and imbalances
RockTape/Taping: Supports healing and reduces pain
Cupping Therapy: Releases tight muscles and fascial layers

While at Northeast College of Health Sciences, Dr. Sam was involved in, and recognized for, the following accomplishments:

Northeast College of Health Sciences Student of the Year
DeGiacomo Chiropractic Technique Award
Excellence in Clinical Diagnosis
Clarence N. Flick Memorial Award for advancing research in Chiropractic
Ernest G. Napolitono for exceptional student Leadership
Motion Palpation Club President
Student Government Vice President

Heather enjoys working with people at all stages of life—including pregnancy and postpartum. Treatments can be modified for optimal comfort, including the use of a specialized pregnancy bolster when appropriate. She also treated a broad range of clients at Georgian College’s student clinic, sharpening her ability to adapt her approach to meet each person’s unique needs.

Heather Anderson

Registered Massage Therapist

Heather Anderson, a Registered Massage Therapist and Honours graduate of Georgian College’s Massage Therapy Program, brings both clinical skill and a deep passion for movement to her practice. She is a member in good standing with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario and is committed to delivering thoughtful, patient-centered care.

Heather grew up in Georgetown, Ontario and has called Saugeen Shores home since 2024. Heather brings years of experience playing, coaching, and officiating women’s lacrosse. A lifelong athlete, she now spends most of her weekends refereeing women’s lacrosse at the local, national, and international level. This deep involvement in sport gives her a unique understanding of the physical demands placed on the body and a strong empathy for her clients’ goals—whether that’s reducing pain, managing stress, or recovering from injury.

Heather gained diverse hands-on experience through focused outreach programs, including:
Athletes,
Pregnant individuals,
Infants,
Fibromyalgia, arthritis, cancer, and palliative care needs

What You Can Expect

At your first appointment, we start by listening — learning why you’re here, what your goals are, and how we can help you reach them. We’ll complete a full movement assessment to see how you move and identify areas for improvement.

Your treatment plan is completely individualized, using the right mix of techniques — from soft tissue work and dry needling to chiropractic adjustments, mobilization, and targeted exercise.

What sets Shift Chiropractic apart is our hybrid model of care. Alongside in-person sessions, you’ll receive ongoing online support with your exercise program, progress tracking, and direct messaging to keep you consistent and confident between visits. Each follow-up builds on your progress — refining movement, advancing your rehab, and keeping you on track toward your goals.