"Karen and the staff at Compass have been awesome. The addition of Chris as an NP has been great as well. They truly care and listen, not rush you thru a 10 min appt and push pills, unlike the public system! Highly recommend this team!!! "
We are dedicated to raising the standard of excellence in primary care services for Alberta. Our team of providers and staff have been hand selected with this objective in mind. Meet the members of our clinic teams that are dedicated to delivering the best care experiences to you and your family at each visit.
Primary Care Specialists
Karen Parker brings over 30 years of clinical experience to her primary care practice. Throughout her career, she has been dedicated to improving Calgarians’ access to high-quality healthcare services. Compass Health Services is the embodiment of her professional practice model, one that elevates healthcare delivery through exemplary primary care services made possible by highly experienced healthcare professionals working within a Nurse practitioner-led clinical setting.
Administrators
My journey in healthcare began in 2010 as a Medical Office Assistant in a small Northern Alberta community.
Patient care and advocacy is a true passion I have been privileged to foster over the past 14 years through my positions within the primary care system. It is with great anticipation and excitement that I have been given the opportunity to play a vital role in one of the premier Nurse Practitioner Clinics in Alberta.
I look forward to being a part of a solution to the Healthcare Crisis that our province faces and witnessing firsthand the difference that comprehensive accessible healthcare makes in the lives of our patients.
I have a strong background in business development, with expertise in team dynamics, leadership, and customer relationship management.
I am deeply passionate about fostering exceptional experiences for both our patients and our team.
What excites me most is the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the healthcare industry in Canada, driving positive change in how high-quality care is delivered.
Testimonials
"Karen and the staff at Compass have..."
"Karen and the staff at Compass have been awesome. The addition of Chris as an NP has been great as well. They truly care and listen, not rush you thru a 10 min appt and push pills, unlike the public system! Highly recommend this team!!! "
"Karen Parker is simply one of the..."
"Karen Parker is simply one of the best health care providers I have ever had the pleasure of seeing. She is exceptionally kind and listens to everything you say and takes your concerns seriously. Karen is one of those rare finds. She genuinely cares about her patients and goes above and beyond. She takes her time and is extremely thorough. You leave her office feeling confident that you have someone in your corner. She’s just amazing. "
"Karen Parker at Compass Health is an..."
"Karen Parker at Compass Health is an exceptional practitioner. Karen helped me navigate a complex healthcare system that my family physician also found challenging. She has a strong understanding of healthcare pathways, is highly knowledgeable, and is particularly well-versed in women’s health. This is not about private versus publicly funded care. It is about a highly skilled and capable practitioner who advocates effectively and drives meaningful outcomes. When I was advised to “wait for failure,” Karen encouraged active participation and problem-solving, which led to resolution. If you want to be involved in your care, clearly understand your care plan, and see measurable results, this is it. Karen doesn’t just coordinate care, she empowers patients within it. "
"Here's to a long happy relationship...."
"I am so happy that you are now taking care of my medical services. I just looked at the records you emailed me, and I've never gotten anything like this from any doctor I've ever seen. You are doing a super job Karen. I hope all NPs replace the " doctors" across Alberta. You know I have good reason to say this. I'm like you. Here's to a long happy relationship."
"Karen is a caring, dedicated, and professional...."
"Karen is a caring, dedicated, and professional. She listens with empathy while asking the necessary questions to have a complete picture of your overall health. She truly understands what patient- centred care means. "
"Firstly Karen and now Christina have been..."
"Firstly Karen and now Christina have been wonderful Nurse Practitioners—dedicated, compassionate, people-centered, and problem solver. I’ve had better care and answers in last year with Compass than I have had in previous 20 years. Because of that I’m starting my 2nd year with Compass. I joined Compass, as I didn’t feel heard or seen by previous providers. So, I was willing to try something new. And I’m glad I did. At first, I didn’t understand the role of a Nurse Practitioner and was worried my care would be limited. I was completely wrong. The quality of my care drastically increased from traditional primary care physicians. And the places where I go for additional testing, ultrasounds, or referrals, seems to be places I’ve never heard of before—but covered by AHS. They all offer a similar level of care. Christina listens with problem solving ears to hard things. While she is empathetic, she’s a realist. She doesn’t give pat answers or say things to appease. Even though she brings decades of experience, she isn’t afraid to say she doesn’t know, but will find out. Then she follows up. Christina celebrates wins—even small ones. Christina is brings her humanity to work. She isn’t afraid to be her wonderful self. She’s kind, curious, smart, professional, and funny. It’s refreshing to see a provider be authentic. I also appreciate, Christina walks me through what literature says, so we can learn together. Christina combines knowledge, experience, and humanity to make one of best practioners, I’ve ever known. I highly recommend. "
"I’m extremely happy with Compass Health. At..."
"I’m extremely happy with Compass Health. At first. Karen met me virtually. Then accepted me into Compass health. Karen and her staff work diligently trying to get me into appointments quick and timely. I was through the echo already and ultrasounds on my heart way before the public sector even acknowledged the referral from my original family physician. Having Karen on my side and her knowledge of cardiac issues means a lot to me and my family. I’ll be continue using her service as long as she will have me. Thank You Karen and all the staff from the bottom of my heart. Literally. "
"I’m lucky to have met and been..."
"I’m lucky to have met and been accepted by Karen Parker. She is an incredible provider. I have received exceptional care from our first meet and greet. I’m relieved and hopefully for the future under her care. The entire team is fantastic. I feel the value is priceless for the amount they charge for a year of private care. I have already felt more proactive appointments and testing has been set up for my concerns in the last three months, then anyone else has looked into or booked in the last 5 years. Private care is the way to go, I feel supported and looking forward to years of great health in my future. Carol Scott "