Laura Markovic, PT

Laura earned her Master of Physical Therapy from D’Youville College in Buffalo, New York, in 2008. Upon graduation, she was honoured with the Academic Achievement Award, recognizing the highest academic standing among her graduating class.

As a registered Physiotherapist, Laura has been helping patients throughout Durham Region for over 18 years. She has spent the past 14 years working alongside The Physio Studio owner, Lori Sampson, building long-lasting relationships with patients and providing exceptional, evidence-based care.

Laura has extensive experience in orthopaedic rehabilitation, treating a wide range of conditions including sports injuries, pre- and post-operative recovery, chronic musculoskeletal conditions, injury prevention, and performance optimization. Her treatment approach combines hands-on manual therapy, individualized exercise prescription, and the latest evidence-based practices to help patients achieve their goals and return to the activities they enjoy. Throughout her career, Laura has worked with athletes of all ages and abilities, from recreational participants and weekend warriors to provincial, national, professional, and Olympic-level athletes.

Committed to ongoing professional development, Laura has completed advanced postgraduate training in Orthopaedic Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy and Kinesio Taping, and was a certified Sports First Responder. She has also attended numerous conferences focused on sports injury rehabilitation and proudly served as a Medical Volunteer at the 2015 Pan American and Parapan American Games, providing care for athletes competing in baseball, softball, and swimming.

Born and raised in Ajax, Laura played competitive soccer for 27 years and also enjoyed volleyball and field hockey. Today, she stays active by spending time with her family—cheering on her children from the sidelines of soccer fields and hockey rinks or enjoying family days on the ski slopes. Her lifelong passion for sport gives her a unique understanding of the physical demands of an active lifestyle and the importance of helping patients return to the activities they love.