Dr. Peter Shipka graduated from the University of Alberta prior to his attending Los Angeles College of Chiropractic in Whittier, California in 1991. Upon graduation in 1994, Dr. Shipka worked with Dr. Masahiro Yoshihashi at the Hokkaido Chiropractic Centre in Sapporo, Japan from 1995 until the fall of 1996.
Since September 1996, Dr. Shipka has been in private practice in St. Albert, Alberta. In addition to his private practice, Dr. Shipka has been actively involved with research and has been presenting at local and international conferences since 1998. Dr. Shipka has presented on: the management of ankle sprains, TMJ, chiropractic pre-natal care, low back pain, whiplash and frozen shoulder management. But he's not limited to just those issues, he welcomes any challenge you could have.
Dr. Shipka has continued with his educational journey since his graduation from chiropractic college. In 2007, he graduated with a certificate from the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute and in June 2009 he was the first chiropractor to graduate from Dr. Steven Aung’s Certificate Program in Medical Acupuncture from the University of Alberta. In 2014, Dr. Shipka completed his course in Intra-Muscular Stimulation from CMCC and has continued to attend courses each year in both chiropractic and acupuncture technique.
Dr. Shipka is an active volunteer with several chiropractic bodies and professional organizations. He was honoured in September 2017 with a service recognition award by the Alberta College and Association of Chiropractors. Dr. Shipka currently serves as the Alberta representative for the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College Board of Governors and as a committee member with the Canadian Chiropractic Research Foundation.
Dr. Shipka enjoys his clinical practice and looks forward to serving your health needs. Please call the clinic to book your first appointment at (780) 460-2200.Designations: Bachelor of Science (1989), Doctor of Chiropractic (1994), Certificate Program in Medical Acupuncture (AFCI I/II) 2007-8, Certificate Program in Medical Acupuncture (2009), Certificate Program Intramuscular Stimulation for Myofascial and Neuropathic Pain (2014), Certified Director Program (2020)
Dr. Rija Khan completed her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at the University of Alberta before pursuing her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from the Northeast College of Health Sciences in New York, where she graduated with honours.
Her interest in chiropractic care began after her own experience recovering from a shoulder injury. Through rehabilitation and chiropractic treatment, she gained firsthand experience on how personalized care and movement-based therapy can support recovery and overall function. This experience shaped her perspective on what healthcare should look like, and continues to influence the way she approaches patient care.
Dr. Khan provides evidence-based and patient-centered care focused on improving movement, reducing pain, and helping patients return to everyday activities. She uses a variety of techniques, such as Diversified Chiropractic Adjustments, NIMMO, Activator adjustments, Cox Flexion-Distraction, and ConnecTX therapy, to create individualized treatment plans. Dr. Khan is certified in the Webster technique which helps patients going through pregnancy; in addition to that, she has training in custom stabilizing orthotics and sports performance, helping patients restore healthy movement and function.
Dr. Khan believes that educating patients on their symptoms and collaborating with them on treatment plans is essential for the healing process. Her goal is to ensure every patient feels supported, informed, and confident in their care, while working together towards lasting improvements in function and well-being.
Outside of the clinic, Dr. Khan loves to spend her time reading and being active. You can find her exploring new trails around the city or hiking in the Canadian Rockies.
Mia completed her education at the Alberta College of Massage Therapy. She brings a strong background in sports and fitness from her experience in resistance training leadership through the Alberta Fitness Leadership Certification Association. She has a passion for helping patients move and feel better in their bodies, especially those recovering from sports-related injuries.
Her decision to make the change from personal training to massage therapy was inspired by her own experience with chronic low-back pain. After struggling with the pain for over a year, she first-hand experienced the benefits of massage therapy along with postural education which ultimately motivated her to pursue a career focused on helping others heal and improving their quality of life.
Mia’s treatment approach focuses on improving movement, reducing pain and discomfort, and helping patients return to their activities of daily living. She provides individualized care tailored to each patient's unique needs by incorporating relaxation, deep tissue and therapeutic techniques aimed at supporting recovery and improving overall well-being. She also offers intra-oral massage for those experiencing temporomandibular joint dysfunction, as well as prenatal massage to support wellness in movement throughout pregnancy.
Outside the clinic, Mia loves to stay active by going to the gym in the early mornings, hiking in the spring and summer, doing yoga, reading, and listening to vinyl.
Airika has been one of our care coordinators at Riverview Chiropractic Clinic since December 2024. She received her Bachelor of Kinesiology from Acadia University in 2022 and returned to school in September 2025 to begin her Acupuncture Diploma at MacEwan University.
Airika was drawn to acupuncture due to its holistic nature - looking at patients as a whole and finding the root cause of disharmony in the body. She hopes to work with a wide range of patients after graduating in 2028.
of the clinic you may find Airika in the gym, spending time with her family, or working one of her various other jobs!
Carolyn has been working in chiropractic administration for the past 6 years. She joined the Riverview Chiropractic Clinic team last September and has enjoyed getting to know the clinic’s patients. Carolyn helps manage scheduling and day-to-day operations to keep the clinic running as smoothly as possible. She looks forward to seeing you at your next appointment!
Teresa joined the Riverview Chiropractic Clinic team in 2024 after retiring from the Misericordia Community Hospital, where she worked for 36 years as a Clerical Supervisor in Diagnostic Imaging. During her time there, she often connected with Dr. Shipka while coordinating with radiologists.
After retiring, Teresa was invited to join the clinic team. What started as a “casual” position quickly turned into a full-time role after a busy January and somehow, she never left! Teresa loves getting to know patients and enjoys continuing to give back to the community through her work at the clinic.
