Dr. Darren Edelist, MD, CCFP (SEM), Dip Sport Med (CASEM)

5.0 (19 Ratings)
Dr. Darren Edelist has over 20 years of clinical experience. He specializes in working with athletes across all age groups and disciplines. Dr. Edelist has worked with Ryerson University Sports, the Council of Amateur Sport Kickboxing, Judo Ontario, the Mississauga Ice Dogs, Canada’s National Ballet School, and the Toronto and Mississauga Marathons.
Specializes In:
- Sports Medicine
- Injection Therapy
- Custom Foot Orthotics
Services Offered by Dr. Darren Edelist

Injection Therapy
Managed by our Sports Medicine Doctor, Injections are used to help with any pain you are experiencing, specifically relieving pain and inflammation into areas such as ankles, elbows, hips, knees, shoulders, spine or wrists.

Exercise Prescription
Integral to our approach of addressing the root cause of your issues and getting you back to your activity of choice, we will prescribe exercises that help you re-build strength, alleviate issues, and resolve the root causes of your physical challenges.

Custom Foot Orthotics
Orthotics are custom made shoe inserts designed to treat one’s foot biomechanics. Poor foot biomechanics may lead to foot, ankle, shin, knee, hip and/or back pain. Orthotic insoles can be simple, generic devices which are sold over the counter in stores.The best orthotics, however, are custom-molded orthotics specially crafted to meet the needs of a particular individual.

Sports Medicine
Our in-clinic sports medicine physician works with you to identify the root cause of your pain. From there, we’ll create a comprehensive treatment plan to help you make a full recovery, achieve your goals, and get back to the activities you love.
Other Services

Medical Acupuncture
Medical acupuncture is an effective treatment approach aimed at reducing pain, improving function and increasing muscle activation. During this treatment, a thin, single use needle is carefully guided into the skin and specific tissues. The needle stimulates the release of the body’s own painkillers, such as endorphins.

Dry Needling
Medical acupuncture is an effective treatment approach aimed at reducing pain, improving function and increasing muscle activation. During this treatment, a thin, single use needle is carefully guided into the skin and specific tissues. The needle stimulates the release of the body’s own painkillers, such as endorphins.

Pelvic Health Physiotherapy
Our skilled pelvic floor physiotherapists in Toronto are here to guide you through personalized treatment plans that address your unique pelvic floor symptoms and needs.

Shockwave Therapy
Shockwave Therapy uses cutting edge acoustic wave technology which carries high energy to painful spots and tissues.

Chiropractic
Our chiropractic treatments and manual therapies include adjustments, joint manipulation, active release techniques (ART), acupuncture, shockwave therapy, and more.

Injection Therapy
Managed by our Sports Medicine Doctor, Injections are used to help with any pain you are experiencing, specifically relieving pain and inflammation into areas such as ankles, elbows, hips, knees, shoulders, spine or wrists.
Leaside Sports Medicine Team

Dr. Joseph Kottoor
Owner and Clinic Director

Dr. Darren Edelist
Sports Medicine Physician, Director of Medical Services

Dr. Kate Hood
Chiropractor

Dr. Roberta Da Re
Chiropractor

Jonathan Tay
Physiotherapist

Matthew Chin-Yee
Physiotherapist

Rachel Poole
Advanced Practice Physiotherapist

Stephen Sin
Physiotherapist

Radu Radulescu
Physiotherapist

Valerie Hawke
Physiotherapist

Suzie Foreman
Physiotherapist

Lisa Hawley
Registered Massage Therapist

Julie Murphy
Lead Receptionist