Karen Hemmes

Karen Hemmes
Job Title
Registered Dietician
Employer
Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
Degree(s)
Associate in Arts (AA)
Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies General
2018
Other Degrees and Certifications

ASU - Bachelor of Science - BS, Dietetics, Dietitian

There are many different classes and options at SCC. The campus is well kept and conveniently located off the freeway. The faculty is helpful and supportive.

What value has SCC brought to your personal life and or career?

SCC offered an affordable path to go to school. The ASU transfer pathway was very straightforward; I was able to start my education in community college and finish at ASU. If it were not for SCC, I would not be where I am today.

Tell us about your time at SCC.

I took various classes from DJing to biology to nutrition. SCC offered a wide variety of programs to help me find my passion. I enjoyed the campus, staff, and my classmates.

What made SCC the right fit for you?

Location and affordability.

Tell us about your favorite memory of SCC.

Discovering my passion for nutrition. Props to Robert Martin for being an awesome nutrition professor! I really enjoyed all of his classes.

After leaving SCC, did you get a job or did you transfer to a university?

I Transferred to ASU

What are you doing now and for whom?

With a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition from Arizona State University, I’ve been a registered dietitian for over six years, offering evidence-based counseling that’s approachable and effective. I specialize in working with busy professionals ready to prioritize their health. My focus areas include improving energy levels, creating balanced eating habits, managing stress, and building a healthier relationship with food. As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Nutrition Coach, I've guided countless clients towards healthy and sustainable lifestyles through personalized nutrition plans and motivational coaching.

I’m also proud to bring a creative edge to my coaching thanks to my 17-year career as a DJ aka DJ Hemmesphere—an experience that helps me connect with clients juggling irregular hours and high-pressure lives. Outside of work, I’m still spinning records and chasing adventures. Whether I’m DJing a set, traveling, or enjoying a Sunday brunch with friends, I’m always looking for ways to embrace balance.

I became a dietitian because I believe health should never feel out of reach, no matter how fast-paced or unconventional your lifestyle. Whether I'm behind the turntables or supporting clients in their health journeys, my mission remains the same: to inspire, uplift, and bring joy to those I serve.

What would you say to convince someone to come to SCC?

There are many different classes and options at SCC. The campus is well-kept and conveniently located off the freeway. The faculty is helpful and supportive. I enjoyed my time at SCC.