OUR PHILOSOPHY

At Anara, we believe healthcare is at its best when compassion, and education come together.

Our approach is rooted in evidence-based practice, holistic care, and genuine human connection, creating a space where people feel heard, supported, and empowered throughout their health journey.

Guided by advanced clinical knowledge and compassion, we provide thoughtfully curated infusion therapies, personalized primary healthcare, and wellness services designed to support your individual goals. We believe exceptional care extends beyond treatment it begins with listening, continues through education, and grows through relationships built on trust.

Our commitment is simple:

To care with compassion.
To practice with integrity.
To teach with clarity.
To remain grounded in evidence.
To continually learn alongside those we serve.

Because we believe the greatest healthcare professionals don't simply restore health they restore understanding.

Welcome to the Anara collective, where your wellness, your story, and your transformation truly matter.

Co-founder | Chief Nursing Executive | Operations Director

Zenaida is a Registered Nurse with over 20 years of extensive clinical experience specializing in pediatrics, infectious diseases, neurology, and adult internal medicine. In addition to her clinical practice, she has dedicated over 18 years to academia and clinical nursing education. She has received numerous prestigious awards recognizing her excellence and dedication to teaching, including her induction into the Unioversity of Calgary Student' Union Teaching Excellence Hall of Fame, a distinguished honour celebrating her lasting impact and commitment to nursing education.

Zenaida's journey in healthcare has been guided by a deep passion for holistic health, with an emphasis on supporting overall wellness, vitality, and longevity rather than simply addressing symptoms. She believes that meaningful healthcare begins with listening, understanding, and recognizing the unique needs, experiences, and priorities of every individual.

Known for her unwavering compassion, empathy, and dedication to patient advocacy, Zenaida strives to be a steady and reassuring presence for those entrusted to her care. Her approach embraces the connection between physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being, recognizing that each person's path to health and healing is uniquely their own.

At the heart of her work is a belief that compassion, connection, and individualized care can make a meaningful difference in someone's wellness journey.

Clinical Director (Anara Infusion) | Family Nurse Practitioner (Anara Wellness Group)

Andrea Michenka is the founder and lead Nurse Practitioner of the family practice at Anara Wellness Group. She established this practice with a vision of delivering compassionate, relationship-based healthcare that supports individuals and families in achieving lasting health and wellbeing.

Andrea’s practice is built on her belief that healthcare can be delivered in a more thoughtful and integrative way—one that prioritizes prevention, meaningful connections with patients, and whole-person wellness. Through her work at Anara Wellness Group, Andrea has created a space where patients feel heard, supported, and empowered to build lasting health in partnership with their primary care provider.

Practice Philosophy

Andrea believes healthcare should extend beyond treating illness. Her philosophy centers on integrative, relationship-based care that considers the interconnectedness of mind, body, lifestyle, and environment. By focusing on prevention, thoughtful management of health conditions, and understanding each patient’s unique goals and circumstances, Andrea works collaboratively with patients to build resilience, restore balance, and support long-term wellbeing. Her vision is to create a healthcare experience where individuals feel respected, heard, included, and supported in living their healthiest lives.

 

RN | Infusion Nurse

With over 13 years of nursing experience, Kristen brings both expertise and compassion to her role at Anara. She began her career in labour and delivery before moving into the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at the Alberta Children’s Hospital, where she still works casually today. For over six years, Kristen also served as a clinical nursing instructor at the University of Calgary and has taught IV insertion skills to medical students at the Alberta Medical Students’ Conference & Retreat.

Her years in acute care gave her a deep appreciation for the urgency of medicine when things go wrong, fueling her passion for preventive and restorative care. At Anara, she loves supporting clients in their healing from the inside out, within a professional and welcoming environment designed for true wellness.

Kristen is recognized for her calm presence, compassion, and ability to put people at ease. She takes time to explain each step of treatment, helping clients feel confident, cared for, and empowered in their wellness journey.

Outside of work, Kristen is a proud mother of two and finds joy in family life. She feels honoured to bring both her experience and her heart for others into every interaction at Anara.