Hi there! I believe building a trusting connection is key when working in vulnerable spaces. My journey as an athlete taught me the importance of support through both the highs and lows. Growing up playing hockey in Saskatchewan, I navigated the challenges of moving away from home, balancing school, and managing the pressures of high-performance sport. After stepping away from university hockey due to injury, I faced the difficult transition of redefining my identity beyond being an athlete. These experiences inspired me to pursue a career in counselling, supporting others in navigating life’s challenges, identity shifts, and personal growth—both in and beyond sport.

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Kara Danroth, RN, has been a dedicated nurse since 2004, bringing over two decades of expertise to diverse healthcare settings. With a passion for patient care and education, Kara has excelled in multiple roles, including labor and delivery, public health, and primary care. Her commitment to advancing nursing practice is evident through her work as an educator, where she has played a pivotal role in training and mentoring nurses, equipping them with the skills and knowledge to deliver exceptional care. Kara’s versatile experience and dedication to improving health outcomes make her a respected leader in the nursing community.

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Hey everyone, I’m Kendre Parke. I’m a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator with a mission to flip the script on what it means to “eat healthy”! I have more than a decade of experience helping people in the community manage chronic disease, eat well and build a positive relationship with body and food. Nutrition counselling for eating disorders and disordered eating became a focus of mine during Covid when referrals skyrocketed and resources were stretched. I remain dedicated to supporting those living with an eating disorder as well as their loved ones.

I am from Saskatoon, SK and graduated from the U of S before moving to Lloydminster,

AB. As it turned out, I met my husband there and stayed for the next 9 years providing one-on-one and group nutrition counselling. I have extensive experience with diabetes management, heart health, gastrointestinal conditions, failure to thrive, disordered eating, nutrition optimization, building healthy habits and more.

My husband and I, along with our two school-aged kids moved to Medicine Hat in 2022. Since then, we have loved taking in Tigers and Mavs games, bike riding, playing and coaching sports, enjoying our local ice cream shops and being in the river parks. I also love cooking, piping hot coffee, paddleboarding, a great glass of wine and trash TV.

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Hello. My name is Tanya Van Dam, and I am honored that EmpowerMed has chosen me to be a part of their team.

I was born and raised in Medicine Hat. My post secondary education started at the Medicine Hat College and then took me to the University of Calgary, and University of Alberta. I started out on the career path to become a doctor and then I switched focus to physiotherapy. I graduated from the University of Alberta in 2005 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy. I have worked in Medicine Hat my entire career.

In 2012 I started additional training to become a pelvic floor physical therapist. I now have my Level 1 Physical Therapy Approach to Female Urinary Incontinence, Level 2 Physical Therapy Approach to Dyspareunia and Male Urinary Incontinence, and Level 3 Physiotherapy for Ano-Rectal disorders and Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy in Pediatrics. I also have training in prolapse/pessary fitting, hypopressive breathing, acupuncture, and functional dry needling.

I still treat orthopedic conditions however my passion is in pelvic floor physiotherapy. I love helping pre and post partum moms. Men suffering with urinary incontinence and erectile dysfunction after prostate surgery may also benefit from pelvic floor physiotherapy.

Outside of work I am a busy mom of 2 very active kids. You can often see me cheering on my kids at volleyball, basketball, badminton and track and field. My husband Jason and I travel the province with our children camping, mountain biking, skiing, hiking and racing BMX.

I look forward to working with this powerhouse of ladies to bring a unique women’s health experience to our amazing community.

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Hi, I’m Colleen Sherven— Nurse Practitioner, and Co-Founder of EmpowerMed.

I began my career as an RN and became an NP in 2017, driven by a passion to offer whole-person, compassionate care—especially for women who often feel unheard in traditional systems.

At EmpowerMed, we combine modern medicine with integrative, root-cause-focused care to support lasting health. I hold certifications in Functional Medicine, Bioidentical Hormone Therapy, and Health Coaching, with advanced training ongoing.

As a mom of three, I’m especially passionate about creating a safe, down-to-earth space where people feel empowered in their health choices. I’m honored to support you on your journey!

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Hi I’m Lauren, co-founder and Registered Dietitian with EmpowerMed. We are so excited to offer women’s health focused services, something we feel our community is missing.

I grew up in Medicine Hat, and as an athlete I learned from a young age what food can do for our bodies. In my teens I found enjoyment in cooking and baking and always knew I wanted to work in a helping profession. With the help of my mom, I found the profession of Dietetics, graduating from the University of Alberta with a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition in 2012. Shortly after graduating I returned to Medicine Hat and have spent the majority of my career since working in chronic disease management.

I want to support women in finding a way of eating that helps them feel their best while still finding enjoyment and pleasure from food. I focus on what you need to add to your diet instead of restriction and deprivation. What I enjoy most about my job is building relationships and problem solving with clients to find practical strategies that actually work for their lifestyle. While I definitely have a soft spot for pregnant and postpartum individuals, I strive to support all women throughout various life transitions.

Outside of work, I spend most of my time raising my two young daughters alongside my husband Michael. When I’m not focused on my family, I’m doing what I can to learn more about parenting, ways to manage my own health and wellbeing and becoming a better Dietitian. I continue to enjoy cooking and baking, often with a little helper or two.

In addition to my degree in Nutrition, I am certified as a Level 1 Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) Level 1 Practitioner. I have taken additional training in Functional Medicine through the Wisdom Medicine Institute out of Portland Oregon.

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