Kim Darden

About Kim Darden

I help patients, families, and providers navigate complex healthcare decisions with clarity, compassion, and confidence. My work has always centered on education, access, and advocacy — making sure people understand their options and feel supported through every step of care.My background spans clinical practice, specialty therapeutics, medical education, and patient support. I’ve guided patients through rare and chronic conditions, partnered with providers to resolve access and coverage barriers, and helped practices move treatments from discussion to action. I enjoy the mix of clinical insight, problem‑solving, and steady communication that this work requires.Teaching and coaching shape how I show up. As a board‑certified health and wellness coach and former academic leader, I approach conversations with integrity, respect, optimism, and compassion. I meet people where they are and help them build confidence in their next steps.I’m drawn to roles that blend clinical understanding with patient and provider education, access navigation, and advocacy. At my core, I’m motivated by one goal: helping people feel informed, supported, and empowered in a complex healthcare system.

Experience

1. Owner Board-certified Health & Wellbeing Coach

   Movement Heals Coaching

   Jan 2025 — Present

   As a National Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach, I apply evidence-based communication strategies to empower individuals in achieving their health goals. This venture hones my expertise in the core competencies of motivational interviewing, active listening, and empathy-based communication—skills directly transferable to effective patient education and support in a clinical or pharmaceutical setting.

Education

• The University of Kansas

  Bachelor of Science - Education, Exercise Science / Athletic Training

• Wichita State University

  Bachelor of Science (BS), Physician Assistant

• Wichita State University

  Master of Education (M.Ed.), Exercise Science / Wellness