From her early days in small-town Saskatchewan, Danette's life has been a whirlwind of sports and outdoor adventures. Whether climbing trees, camping, waterskiing, or lifeguarding, she embraced every opportunity to move and explore. Her deep-rooted desire to make a positive impact, especially on children, led her to a career in healthcare.
After earning her physiotherapy degree from the University of Saskatchewan, she set her sights on Calgary, where she dove into the world of sports and manual therapy. Employed at a multidisciplinary clinic she had the opportunity to collaborate with other health care providers to develop her skills in providing care for a variety of musculoskeletal clients. While there, she worked with various local youth sports teams, on the field and had the opportunity to travel and work internationally with Canada’s National freestyle team at the World Cup.
Seeking more adventure and proximity to nature's wonders, she moved to Kelowna. Here, she not only raised her four children but also dedicated countless hours to supporting kids as a parent, volunteer coach, and community enthusiast. Danette's passion for adventure and creativity flowed through her family, with years of shared camping, skiing, hiking, scuba diving, games, and travel experiences.
Now, Danette is thrilled to embark on her pediatric journey, partnering with families to help children thrive and achieve their unique goals. Her diverse background in private practice physiotherapy, from sports to manual therapy, persistent pain, and pelvic health in adults, equips her to understand and address the movement challenges kids face. Her curiosity is a driving force, propelling her to explore pediatric pelvic health for young children and athletes to enhance their health and functionality.
Outside of work, you'll find Danette embracing the great outdoors, whether hiking, walking with friends, skiing, paddle boarding, or practicing yoga. She's an avid reader, with a book always within reach, whether on the beach or by the fire. Each year, her birthday gift to herself is the opportunity to try something new, keeping her sense of wonder alive. What will the next new adventure be? Only time will tell.
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