Emily is a PhD Candidate and first year Medical Student at the University of Alberta, where she completed her Master of Science (MSc) degree in medicine. With a passion for patient-oriented research and a commitment to improving health outcomes, Emily's doctoral project focuses on EMPOWER, a 12-week online mind-body wellness program designed for adults living with chronic health conditions. Emily is very passionate about wellness and improving care for people living with chronic disease and enjoys spending her free time skiing, biking, and travelling the backroads of Alberta.