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With 17 years of experience in the healthcare field, Crystal has dedicated her career to supporting and empowering others. She began her journey in 2007 as a Personal Support Worker (PSW), working closely with individuals with disabilities—an experience that shaped her deep commitment to compassionate, person-centered care.  In 2019, Crystal transitioned into healthcare management, where she continues to make a difference by leading teams, improving care delivery, and supporting both staff and clients with a thoughtful, hands-on approach.

Outside of work, Crystal enjoys spending quality time with her family and her beloved pets, cheering on her favourite sports teams, playing volleyball with her daughter, and trying out new recipes in the kitchen.

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With nearly 25 years in the healthcare field, Michelle has worked in a variety of roles including as a counselor for at risk teens, chiropractic assistant, and a patient care coordinator. Her passion for helping others has guided her career and inspired her to pursue further education as a Trauma Specialist focusing on domestic violence and childhood abuse.

Throughout her professional life, she has been committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for people in need. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, paddle boarding, and hiking with her 2 adult children and 2 dogs, finding peace and balance in nature and family time.​​​​​

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Julie brings 17 years of healthcare experience to Sole Renewal, building her career on compassion, dedication, and a commitment to patient-centered care. She began as a Personal Support Worker (PSW) in long-term care before advancing her skills and becoming a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) in 2019.

In 2023, Julie took the next exciting step by starting her foot care practice at Sole Renewal Footcare and Wellness, where she combines clinical expertise with a passion for helping clients feel their best—one step at a time.

When she’s not at work,  Julie cherishes time with her husband, children, and two fur babies. She enjoys creating special family memories and embracing the simple joys of everyday life.​​​​​​​

Marlene is a Registered Practical Nurse with five years of experience, specializing in advanced foot care for the past four years. She is trained in diabetic foot care and is passionate about helping clients who may face challenges accessing essential services.

Marlene focuses on building trust with each patient, creating a safe, supportive, and comfortable space for care.
Outside of the clinic, she enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with friends.

Marlene values the welcoming, supportive environment at Sole Renewal and loves being part of a team that puts both clients and staff first.​​​​​

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Laura is a Registered Practical Nurse with 11 years of experience in long-term care, mental health, and community nursing, including home peritoneal dialysis. Always eager to learn, she has completed additional training in trauma-informed care, palliative care, mental health law, peritoneal dialysis, and advanced foot care.

Drawn to foot care for its ability to provide immediate relief and improve quality of life, Laura focuses on building strong therapeutic relationships with her clients and helping them reach their treatment goals.

Outside of nursing, she enjoys spending time with her family and many pets, as well as working on her knitting projects.​​​

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Meredith is a Registered Nurse with 20 years of experience, specializing in mental health, geriatric care, and dementia support. Her extensive background working with older adults has shaped her deeply compassionate, patient‑centered approach to care. With experience in general foot care and a strong interest in diabetic education, Meredith is particularly passionate about helping clients understand the risks associated with neuropathy—especially within the elderly population. She believes in empowering individuals through knowledge, prevention, and early intervention.

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Meredith’s nursing philosophy is rooted in holistic care. She takes the time to understand each client’s lived experiences, preferences, and unique needs, creating a welcoming environment where people feel genuinely supported.

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Outside of her nursing practice, Meredith enjoys life on her hobby farm, where she cares for her beloved chickens and finds joy in the simplicity of rural living.

Heather is a Registered Practical Nurse with over 5 years of experience in community and clinical care. She has specialized training in advanced footcare, with a particular interest in diabetic foot health and preventative care for seniors. Heather was drawn to footcare through her passion for helping people stay mobile, independent, and pain-free—she finds great satisfaction in seeing her clients walk away feeling better after each visit. Her approach to care is gentle, respectful, and rooted in building trust with every patient. Heather believes in educating her clients while providing thorough, personalized treatment. Outside of work, she enjoys hiking, gardening, and spending time with her family and her dog.

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April is a Registered Practical Nurse with 12 years of experience and an Honours Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Toronto. Her nursing career has spanned a wide range of healthcare settings — including med/surg, oncology, geriatrics, mental health, and community care — before finding her home in advanced footcare, where she completed her Advanced Footcare Nurse Certification within the past year.

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April approaches care with a calm, friendly demeanor and believes that simple, genuine conversation is one of the most powerful tools a nurse has. What keeps her coming back to footcare is the immediacy of the results — the instant relief and visible improvement that both she and her patients can see and feel by the end of every appointment

Meet Krystele, Canadian Certified Pedorthist! With a background in massage therapy and a passion for lower limb care, Krystele has been helping patients reach their treatment goals since 2015 through a variety of effective modalities.

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Meet Dr. Kathryn Kochan, Chiropractor! Practicing in Oshawa since 2008, she empowers patients of all ages to live healthier lives through chiropractic care, exercise, and nutrition—she also has advanced training in acupuncture, laser therapy, soft tissue techniques, and orthotics.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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