Our Crew of Pelvic Health Pros
They help us bridge the gap between medical research and real life — keeping our work evidence-based and relatable. Beyond Uresta, they’re trusted experts in women’s health and pelvic health, often quoted in the media and never afraid to speak up about the stuff no one talks about (but should).
Meet the Experts:
Dr. Sarah Boyles
Urogynecologist
Dr. Sarah Boyles
Urogynecologist
Interests: Surgical and non-invasive intervention for incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, and pelvic floor dysfunction
Dr. Sarah Boyles is a board-certified urogynecologist and reconstructive pelvic surgeon with over two decades of experience treating women with pelvic floor disorders. She earned her medical degree at the University of Pittsburgh, completed her OB/GYN residency at The Ohio State University, and a fellowship at Oregon Health & Science University.
Sarah is passionate about making expert information on incontinence accessible, especially outside the clinic. Through her blog, podcast, and social platforms, she shares evidence-based, easy-to-understand resources to empower women with knowledge and options.
A regular “Top Doc” in Portland, she’s also contributed nationally to urogynecology quality standards. Her goal is to help women feel seen, supported, and confident in managing their pelvic health.
Blog | Podcast | Instagram
Dr. Stephanie Ferguson
Obstetrician/
Gynecologist
Dr. Stephanie Ferguson
Obstetrician/
Gynecologist
Interests: General women’s health with a focus on pelvic floor dysfunction, postpartum care, and peri/menopause.
Dr. Stephanie Ferguson is a board-certified OB/GYN and Assistant Clinical Professor at McMaster University. After completing her medical education and residency in Ontario, she built a diverse career as a clinician, educator, writer, and medtech health advisor.
Based in Guelph, she has a deep interest in the intersection of technology and women’s health, working with startups to shape better solutions for postpartum, pelvic health, and menopause care.
As a freelance health journalist, her writing has been featured in publications such as Healthy Debate, Chatelaine, and the British Medical Journal. Stephanie is committed to advancing women’s health through both innovation and education, helping women access clear, accurate information and better care across every stage of life.
LinkedIn | Instagram
Dr. Carolyn Best
Urogynecologist
Dr. Carolyn Best
Urogynecologist
Interests: Conservative prolapse/incontinence care, surgical education, and women’s health advocacy
Dr. Carolyn Best is a urogynecologist at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital with expertise in pelvic organ prolapse, urinary incontinence, and minimally invasive surgery. She completed her medical degree and fellowship in urogynecology at the University of Toronto and her residency at McMaster University.
A passionate educator, she created a dedicated urogynecology training site for OB/GYN residents and has received multiple surgical teaching awards. Carolyn was one of the first clinicians to complete a clinical study of Uresta for stress urinary incontinence, published here, and has been recommending it to patients for years.
She’s committed to evidence-based, conservative treatment approaches that help women live active, confident lives without surgery.
Instagram | Clinical Study on Uresta (PubMed)
Melissa Dessaulles
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist
Melissa Dessaulles
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist
Interests: Prenatal and postpartum recovery, pelvic health, and peri/menopause
Melissa Dessaulles is a pelvic health physiotherapist with nearly 20 years of experience helping women and men navigate the physical changes that come with pregnancy, postpartum, aging, surgery, and menopause. She earned her physiotherapy degree in Canada and has pursued advanced training in pelvic health.
Based in Kelowna, BC, Melissa runs a busy private practice and is a respected educator in her field, serving as a lab instructor for Pelvic Health Solutions. She is also the host of The Pelvic Floor Project podcast, which brings evidence-based pelvic health conversations to the public.
Melissa is committed to proactive, collaborative care that empowers individuals with knowledge and tools to improve quality of life through every stage of wellness.
Podcast | Website | Instagram
Dr. Alicia Power
Family & Maternity Physician
Dr. Alicia Power
Family & Maternity Physician
Interests: Pregnancy to postpartum care, lifestyle medicine, and women’s health advocacy
Dr. Alicia Power is a family and maternity physician based in Victoria, BC, and co-founder of She Found Health, an educational platform and podcast supporting individuals from pregnancy through parenthood. She earned a kinesiology degree from Dalhousie University, completed medical school at UBC, and her residency in Victoria. Alicia lives an active lifestyle—mountain biking, hiking, and running with her family—and personally uses Uresta to stay leak-free during physical activity.
Her care philosophy blends clinical expertise with real-world parenting experience. She’s also active in teaching and system improvement work, aiming to create more efficient, patient-centered care.
Alicia is passionate about empowering families with practical, evidence-based support across every stage of life.
Website | Podcast | Instagram
Dr. Kristen Lettenberger
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist
Dr. Kristen Lettenberger
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist
Interests: Pregnancy & postpartum rehabilitation, pelvic floor health, return to sport postpartum
Dr. Kristen Lettenberger, PT, DPT, CSCS, P&PA, is the Director of Bespoke Women, a women’s health initiative at Bespoke Treatments. She earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy from New York University. Kristen holds certifications in strength and conditioning and pregnancy & postpartum athleticism, and she has a powerlifting background that informs her approach.
Combining clinical expertise in pelvic floor rehab with her passion for performance, she supports women through pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and returning to sport stronger than before. Kristen leads workshops on training during pregnancy and navigating postpartum fitness, and is dedicated to helping women use evidence-based strategies to improve health, performance, and confidence at every stage.
Website | Instagram
Dr. Scott A. Farrell
Urogynecologist & Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Scott A. Farrell
Urogynecologist & Chief Medical Officer
Interests: Pessary usage for prolapse/incontinence care, surgical education, clinical research in women’s health, medical product innovation, development and regulation.
Dr. Scott A. Farrell is a Professor Emeritus of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Dalhousie University and a leading expert in women’s pelvic health. Over his 40-year clinical and academic career, he trained countless physicians and published extensively on urogynecology, pelvic floor disorders, and women’s continence care. Dr. Farrell has served as President of the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada and has been recognized with multiple teaching and research awards. He also holds several patents for medical innovations, including devices that improve the treatment of urinary incontinence.
As the inventor of Uresta, Dr. Farrell brings deep medical, academic, and clinical expertise to the team, along with a lifelong commitment to advancing women’s health through research, education, and innovation.
Meet the Experts:
Dr. Sarah Boyles
Urogynecologist
Dr. Sarah Boyles
Urogynecologist
Interests: Surgical and non-invasive intervention for incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, and pelvic floor dysfunction
Dr. Sarah Boyles is a board-certified urogynecologist and reconstructive pelvic surgeon with over two decades of experience treating women with pelvic floor disorders. She earned her medical degree at the University of Pittsburgh, completed her OB/GYN residency at The Ohio State University, and a fellowship at Oregon Health & Science University.
Sarah is passionate about making expert information on incontinence accessible, especially outside the clinic. Through her blog, podcast, and social platforms, she shares evidence-based, easy-to-understand resources to empower women with knowledge and options.
A regular “Top Doc” in Portland, she’s also contributed nationally to urogynecology quality standards. Her goal is to help women feel seen, supported, and confident in managing their pelvic health.
Blog | Podcast | Instagram
Dr. Stephanie Ferguson
Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Dr. Stephanie Ferguson
Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Interests: General women’s health with a focus on pelvic floor dysfunction, postpartum care, and peri/menopause.
Dr. Stephanie Ferguson is a board-certified OB/GYN and Assistant Clinical Professor at McMaster University. After completing her medical education and residency in Ontario, she built a diverse career as a clinician, educator, writer, and medtech health advisor.
Based in Guelph, she has a deep interest in the intersection of technology and women’s health, working with startups to shape better solutions for postpartum, pelvic health, and menopause care.
As a freelance health journalist, her writing has been featured in publications such as Healthy Debate, Chatelaine, and the British Medical Journal. Stephanie is committed to advancing women’s health through both innovation and education, helping women access clear, accurate information and better care across every stage of life.
LinkedIn | Instagram
Dr. Carolyn Best
Urogynecologist
Dr. Carolyn Best
Urogynecologist
Interests: Conservative prolapse/incontinence care, surgical education, and women’s health advocacy
Dr. Carolyn Best is a urogynecologist at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital with expertise in pelvic organ prolapse, urinary incontinence, and minimally invasive surgery. She completed her medical degree and fellowship in urogynecology at the University of Toronto and her residency at McMaster University.
A passionate educator, she created a dedicated urogynecology training site for OB/GYN residents and has received multiple surgical teaching awards. Carolyn was one of the first clinicians to complete a clinical study of Uresta for stress urinary incontinence, published here, and has been recommending it to patients for years.
She’s committed to evidence-based, conservative treatment approaches that help women live active, confident lives without surgery.
Instagram | Clinical Study on Uresta (PubMed)
Melissa Dessaulles
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist
Melissa Dessaulles
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist
Interests: Prenatal and postpartum recovery, pelvic health, and peri/menopause
Melissa Dessaulles is a pelvic health physiotherapist with nearly 20 years of experience helping women and men navigate the physical changes that come with pregnancy, postpartum, aging, surgery, and menopause. She earned her physiotherapy degree in Canada and has pursued advanced training in pelvic health.
Based in Kelowna, BC, Melissa runs a busy private practice and is a respected educator in her field, serving as a lab instructor for Pelvic Health Solutions. She is also the host of The Pelvic Floor Project podcast, which brings evidence-based pelvic health conversations to the public.
Melissa is committed to proactive, collaborative care that empowers individuals with knowledge and tools to improve quality of life through every stage of wellness.
Podcast | Website | Instagram
Dr. Alicia Power
Family & Maternity Physician
Dr. Alicia Power
Family & Maternity Physician
Interests: Pregnancy to postpartum care, lifestyle medicine, and women’s health advocacy
Dr. Alicia Power is a family and maternity physician based in Victoria, BC, and co-founder of She Found Health, an educational platform and podcast supporting individuals from pregnancy through parenthood. She earned a kinesiology degree from Dalhousie University, completed medical school at UBC, and her residency in Victoria. Alicia lives an active lifestyle—mountain biking, hiking, and running with her family—and personally uses Uresta to stay leak-free during physical activity.
Her care philosophy blends clinical expertise with real-world parenting experience. She’s also active in teaching and system improvement work, aiming to create more efficient, patient-centered care.
Alicia is passionate about empowering families with practical, evidence-based support across every stage of life.
Website | Podcast | Instagram
Dr. Kristen Lettenberger
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist
Dr. Kristen Lettenberger
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist
Interests: Pregnancy & postpartum rehabilitation, pelvic floor health, return to sport postpartum
Dr. Kristen Lettenberger, PT, DPT, CSCS, P&PA, is the Director of Bespoke Women, a women’s health initiative at Bespoke Treatments. She earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy from New York University. Kristen holds certifications in strength and conditioning and pregnancy & postpartum athleticism, and she has a powerlifting background that informs her approach.
Combining clinical expertise in pelvic floor rehab with her passion for performance, she supports women through pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and returning to sport stronger than before. Kristen leads workshops on training during pregnancy and navigating postpartum fitness, and is dedicated to helping women use evidence-based strategies to improve health, performance, and confidence at every stage.
Website | Instagram
Dr. Scott A. Farrell
Urogynecologist & Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Scott A. Farrell
Urogynecologist & Chief Medical Officer
Interests: Pessary usage for prolapse/incontinence care, surgical education, clinical research in women’s health, medical product innovation, development and regulation.
Dr. Scott A. Farrell is a Professor Emeritus of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Dalhousie University and a leading expert in women’s pelvic health. Over his 40-year clinical and academic career, he trained countless physicians and published extensively on urogynecology, pelvic floor disorders, and women’s continence care. Dr. Farrell has served as President of the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada and has been recognized with multiple teaching and research awards. He also holds several patents for medical innovations, including devices that improve the treatment of urinary incontinence.
As the inventor of Uresta, Dr. Farrell brings deep medical, academic, and clinical expertise to the team, along with a lifelong commitment to advancing women’s health through research, education, and innovation.
Just over four years ago, I left a finance career to partner with Dr. Farrell and bring Uresta to life. I was struck by its simple brilliance and its potential to transform millions of lives. Today, Uresta helps over 30,000 women in Canada live leak-free, and I reads every heartfelt customer note.
As a urogynecologist, I’ve spent my career researching, teaching, and caring for women with stress incontinence. Of all the work I’ve done, creating Uresta has been the most meaningful. It’s incredibly rewarding to see it make a real difference in women’s lives.
Just over four years ago, I left a finance career to partner with Dr. Farrell and bring Uresta to life. I was struck by its simple brilliance and its potential to transform millions of lives. Today, Uresta helps over 30,000 women in Canada live leak-free, and I reads every heartfelt customer note.
As a urogynecologist, I’ve spent my career researching, teaching, and caring for women with stress incontinence. Of all the work I’ve done, creating Uresta has been the most meaningful. It’s incredibly rewarding to see it make a real difference in women’s lives.
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The Results Are In and Leaks Are Out
Saw a reduction in leaks when using Uresta. ⁽¹⁾
Continued to use Uresta after 12 months. ⁽¹⁾
Would recommend Uresta to a friend. ⁽¹⁾
Felt more confident in public because of Uresta. ⁽¹⁾
Uresta Is Widely Recognized by the Medical Community
Uresta in the News
As more women share their health stories, we find that our unique experiences aren’t so unique.
Meet Lauren Barker, CEO of Uresta — a company offering a simple solution to a very common problem for women.
On the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Lauren Barker, CEO of Uresta, a bladder support solution to stop urinary leaks.
Writers, editors, curious minds — we’re happy to leak the facts (and only the facts)
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