Joey is thrilled be part of the Nursing team at Harrison Healthcare where she is working closely with patients to optimize their health and wellness. She is a fantastic coach and cheerleader to all her patients. Each journey is unique, and she celebrates all the positives steps – big and small – with her patients as they strive towards their individual health goals.

Joey completed her nursing degree at the University of Calgary in 1994 and specialized in community health and communicable disease prevention.  In 2013 she switched gears and began to focus in family medicine, which has become a true passion. She loves the collaborative aspect of the Harrison practice where she can support patients’ mental and physical health by working together.

Travel health is a particular area of interest and expertise for Joey. Along with communicable disease prevention through vaccination, she hopes to increase knowledge in these areas for patients and colleagues alike, to ensure our clients can stay as safe as possible when exploring the many corners of the world.

In Joey’s spare time, she can be found relaxing by the lake and spending time with her wonderful family, golfing, skiing and taking their dog on adventures!

• 
  The Rising Threat of Measles: Why Preventive Healthcare Is Crucial
  by Joey Michalski
  11 April 2025
  In recent months, the healthcare community in Canada has observed a troubling resurgence of measles cases, with reported instances in Alberta and British Columbia starting in March 2025. This trend is part of a broader global pattern that has seen measles outbreaks increase over the past several years. International travel facilitates the introduction of this highly contagious disease into countries like Canada, and has played a significant role in this upward trend along with reduced vaccination rates since 2020. What is Measles? Also known as rubeola or red measles, measles is a highly infectious viral disease. It spreads through the…
• 
  6 Routine Vaccines Every Adult Should Have
  by Joey Michalski
  23 October 2023
  By staying on top of your vaccinations, you are taking a proactive approach in managing your health. They are an integral part of preventive healthcare, offering crucial protection against a wide array of diseases.

Travel Medicine Program at Harrison Healthcare

2 August, 2022ByAmra Dizdarevic and Joey Michalski

As you explore different corners of the world again, the nursing and travel medicine team hasn’t forgotten what it takes to travel safely. Advice for a successful trip.

The Cancer Prevention Vaccine That Every Man Should Get

7 November, 2022ByMichele Peart and Joey Michalski

Head and neck cancers are on the rise, particularly in men, and the culprit is the human papillomavirus or HPV. It causes 70% of all head and neck cancers.

A Second Chance at 63: My Wake-Up Call to Health

23 October, 2023ByDr. Eric Gulliver, Joey Michalski and Dayna Zarn

The wake-up call came in the form of two serious conditions: diabetes and liver disease. When Brian first met his Harrison team, his health was in a precarious state. But with their unwavering help, he was able to transform his prognosis and add years to his life.