Your Health, our priority. Meet the team at Medicine Shoppe Crowfoot that are putting your health care needs first.
Randy Howden, B.Sc. Pharm, APA, CDE
Owner, Pharmacist
Randy Howden is the owner and pharmacist of the Crowfoot Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy & Compounding Centre in Calgary. A 2005 graduate of the University of Alberta’s Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Randy opened his pharmacy in 2008 to create a practice where he could focus on building personalized relationships with patients and promoting healthy lifestyles. He is a Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) and holds Injection Certification and Additional Prescribing Authorization from the Alberta College of Pharmacists. As a Compounding Specialist, Randy enjoys collaborating with patients and healthcare professionals to develop customized medications. Outside of work, Randy loves spending time with his wife and two children. He also enjoys going on scenic drives with his fellow car enthusiasts when the weather permits.
Jean, B.Sc. Pharm, APA, CDE
Pharmacist, Pharmacy Manager
Jean has been a member of the Crowfoot Medicine Shoppe team since March 2015. She graduated from the University of Saskatchewan and has obtained her Injection Certification and Additional Prescribing Authorization from the Alberta College of Pharmacists. A Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) and Certified Compression Stocking Fitter, Jean values compassion, thoroughness, and diligence in her daily work. She is passionate about improving patients’ lives through health and wellness. Outside the pharmacy, Jean enjoys cooking, dancing, listening to music, and practicing martial arts.
Nicole, B.Sc. Pharm, APA, CDE
Pharmacist
Nicole has been a member of the Medicine Shoppe Crowfoot team since January 2023. She is originally from Red Deer but has lived in Calgary since graduating from the University of Alberta in 2007, aside from a two-year period living in Scotland. With five years experience working in a Compounding Pharmacy, she brings extensive knowledge and enjoys finding creative solutions to help patients manage their health and medication needs. Nicole has special interests in Travel Medicine, Women’s Health/Hormone Replacement Therapy, and Mental Health. She holds Additional Prescribing Authorization from the Alberta College of Pharmacists. Outside of work, Nicole enjoys spending time with her two children and dog, cooking, practicing yoga, being outdoors, and traveling.
Angel, PharmD, APA
Pharmacist
Angel joined the Crowfoot Medicine Shoppe team as a fourth-year Pharmacy student in January 2023. Inspired by the comprehensive and collaborative care provided by the Pharmacist team, she returned as a practicing Pharmacist after graduating from the University of Alberta’s PharmD program in July 2023. Her clinical interests include Pharmacogenomics, which focuses on understanding how genetic differences affect medication responses, as well as Mental Health. Angel has obtained Additional Prescribing Authorization from the Alberta College of Pharmacists. Outside of work, she enjoys swimming, hiking, and indulging in bubble tea.
Connor, PharmD
Pharmacist
Connor joined the Crowfoot Medicine Shoppe team in July 2025, shortly after graduating from the Doctor of Pharmacy program at the University of Alberta. Valuing communication, empathy and collaboration at work, Connor enjoys talking with patients and creating meaningful connections. His favorite medication name is Levetiracetam, because it reminds him of a Harry Potter spell. Outside of work, Connor can be found enjoying the outdoors: playing volleyball and rock climbing.
Michael, R.Ph.T
Pharmacy Technician, Compounding Technician
Michael joined our team in December 2016 after completing the Pharmacy Technician program through Robertson College. Michael has also completed his Comprehensive Compounding training through PCCA. Three things Michael values at work are honesty, integrity, respect and adding a 4th thing to every list. Michael says the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of his neighbours is fulfilling in ways he ever expected. He looks forward to continuing to develop creative ways to improve Pharmacy practice and the lives of our patients. Outside of work Michael enjoys lake sports, Netflix and taking naps! His favourite name for a medication is Diphenylcyclopropenone because it is ridiculously long!
Janice, R. Ph. T
Pharmacy Technician, Compounding Supervisor, Certified Compression Stocking Fitter
Janice joined our Crowfoot Medicine Shoppe team in February 2019. Originally from Spaniard’s Bay Newfoundland, she studied in St. John’s to be a Registered Pharmacy Technician, and recently completed her training to be a Certified Compression Stocking Fitter. Three things Janice values at work are giving great customer service, communication with coworkers, and having high morale. Janice loves coming to work every day and enjoys every aspect of her job in the dispensary. In the summertime, she is usually out camping, fishing, and hunting with her family. But come winter time, she’s off to the rink for hockey season. Her favourite name for a medication is Moxifloxacin!
Christine, R. Ph. T
Pharmacy Technician
Bio coming soon!
Jen L. R. Ph. T
Pharmacy Technician
Bio coming soon!
Molly, Pharmacy Assistant
Molly started working at our sister store the Sunridge Medicine Shoppe in July 2018 before she switched over to the Crowfoot team in April 2019. Molly completed the Pharmacy Assistant program from SAIT in 2019. She is currently working on her Anthropology degree from the University of Calgary and hope to go on to complete either a Master’s degree or attend Medical School. Three things Molly values in the workplace are collaboration, humour, and being able to be friends with staff and customers. Outside of work Molly loves to bake, read, and hangout with her dogs Lucy and Nala. Her favourite name for a medication is Dexilant because… Wayne’s World.
Brittany, Ideal Protein Coach
Brittany joined our team in May 2019 as one of our weight loss coaches. Brittany lost over 50 pounds and has kept all of her weight off for 10 years now by following a low fat keto diet! She loves the friendly atmosphere at the Crowfoot Medicine Shoppe between staff and clients. Three things Brittany values most are hard work, teamwork, and honesty. When she is not helping clients reach their weight loss goals, Brittany is sketching, spending time with friends and family, and working out. Brittany’s favourite Ideal Protein product is the Chocolate Soy Puffs!
