OUR TEAM
OUR TEAM
is comprised of the most highly skilled and uniquely talented practitioners. We all strive to further our knowledge and skillsets to be of better service to meet your needs and best support your health goals and journey.
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NATUROPATHIC DOCTORS
Dr. Elias Markou, ND
Clinic Director, Naturopathic Doctor, Functional Medicine Practitioner, Registered Acupuncturist & Reiki Master
Dr. Elias Markou specializes in Detoxification (Environmental Detox, Organ Detox, Sugar Detox, Emotional Detox, Hormone Detox, Candida Detox & Firefighter Detox). Dr. Markou is also renown for treating cancer, auto-immune issues, women's hormone balancing, digestive issues, food allergies and men's health.
Dr. Ashley Chauvin, ND
Naturopathic Doctor, Functional Medicine Practitioner
Dr. Ashley Chauvin, ND has a special focus in supporting patients who’s lives have been affected by cancer. Dr. Chauvin ND is known for helping patients through all stages of the cancer journey including prevention, chemotherapy and radiation therapy related side effects, pre and post surgery preparation, prevention of recurrence, and caregiver support. Dr. Chauvin, ND has completed advanced training in intravenous therapy and mistletoe therapy.
Dr. Paul Hrkal, ND
Naturopathic Doctor, Functional Medicine Practitioner
Dr. Hrkal is a board certified Naturopathic physician. Additional training and certification in intravenous and injection therapy. He has a special interest in the application of advanced functional and nutritional medicine in cancer care, brain health and chronic pain.
Dr. Nadia Saleem, ND
Naturopathic Doctor, Functional Medicine Practitioner
Dr. Nadia Saleem has a special interest in: Adrenal & Thyroid Health (Including Autoimmune thyroid conditions). Female hormones (Fertility, PCOS, PMS, Menopause). Chronic Digestive Disorders. Functional and Lifestyle Medicine. Additional training in Intravenous & Injection therapy, Bio-Identical hormone therapy including Thyroid hormone replacement.
Dr. Andriana Setnik, ND
Naturopathic Doctor, Functional Medicine Practitioner
Dr. Andriana Setnik has many special interests including cardiovascular disease prevention and management. This includes supporting those with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, stress management and sustainable weight loss. Dr. Setnik also has special interests in women’s health, skin health, digestive health, and chronic pain management.
Dr. Frank Silva, ND
Naturopathic Doctor, Functional Medicine Practitioner
Dr. Frank Silva enjoys working with all aspects of digestive health and complex chronic diseases. Dr. Silva holds additional certifications in IV Therapy and Injection Therapy and is licensed to prescribe Bio-Identical and Thyroid replacement hormones. Dr. Silva is an author, lecturer and speaker and regularly appears on television and radio as a health expert.
Dr. Amy Tung, ND
Naturopathic Doctor, Functional Medicine Practitioner
Dr. Amy Tung is a board-certified Naturopathic Doctor with special interest and passion in functional endocrinology (hormonal concerns for men, women and children).
REGISTERED ACUPUNCTURISTS
Dr. Elias Markou, ND
Clinic Director, Naturopathic Doctor, Functional Medicine Practitioner, Registered Acupuncturist & Reiki Master
Dr. Elias Markou specializes in Detoxification (Environmental Detox, Organ Detox, Sugar Detox, Emotional Detox, Hormone Detox, Candida Detox & Firefighter Detox). Dr. Markou is also renown for treating cancer, auto-immune issues, women's hormone balancing, digestive issues, food allergies and men's health.
CHIROPRACTORS
Dr. Natalie Nesterenko
Chiropractor
Dr. Natalie Nesterenko is a board certified Doctor of Chiropractic specializing in Diversified Chiropractic Technique. Dr. Nesterenko’s patient-centered treatments are a unique thirty minutes of hands on treatment and include a wide range of treatment methods including: manual adjustments, myofascial release technique, soft tissue therapy including stainless steel Gua Sha tools, functional screening, orthotics assessment, active rehabilitation, laser therapy, and gentle mobilization therapy.
REGISTERED HOLISTIC NUTRITIONISTS
Samantha Gladish
Registered Holistic Nutrionist
Specializing In: Weight Loss, Women’s Hormonal Health, PCOS, Diabetes and Autoimmunity. Online Blogger, Writer, Speaker & Beauty Expert.
Lauren Neuburger
Certified Nutritional Practitioner
Lauren is a holistic nutritionist and specializes in digestive wellness and cancer nutrition. She loves creating nutritious, delicious, and simple meal plans to help you reach your health goals and take the stress out of the process. In her spare time she enjoys practicing yoga, cooking, creating recipes, and inspiring people to live a healthy lifestyle.
REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPISTS
Join Our Team
Registered Massage Therapist
Join Our Team.. We are looking for a dynamic team player who specializes in Swedish Massage and Lymphatic Drainage Massage. To apply contact us to introduce yourself and send us your resume.
CERTIFIED COLON HYDROTHERAPISTS
Diana Loze
Certified Colon Hydrotherapist
After struggling for many years with my own health issues, I began incorporating alternative and holistic healing practices in my own life and became certified as a Colon Hydrotherapist in 2008. I am also currently working towards my Natural Nutrition Certification with CSNN. My method of working with my clients stresses putting them at ease in what some might consider an awkward situation, and creates a safe place for you to relax, release and get back to the best version of yourself.
CERTIFIED HYPNOTISTS
Michelle Peña
Certified Hypnotist & Registered Social Worker
Michelle is a Certified Hypnotherapist and a member of the National Guild of Hypnotists.Michelle has extensive education in Applied Mindfulness Meditation, Transformative Mindfulness Meditation, Spiritual Arts, Certified in Positive Psychology and Positive Psychology Coaching. Michelle works with her clients to help them better cope with stress, heal emotional pain, gain clarity, let go of fear, develop a healthy self-image and find greater peace.
ENERGY HEALERS
Pamyla Love
Energy Healer
Pamyla Love is an expert in mind-body-spirit healing. Through the application of manual and energy therapies, Pamyla works with clients to find greater peace by healing emotional pain, gaining clarity on how physical conditions (chronic pain, cancer, auto-immune disorders) are linked to our state of mind, while reducing pain and improving structural alignment.
REIKI PRACTITIONERS
Dr. Elias Markou, ND
Clinic Director, Naturopathic Doctor, Functional Medicine Practitioner, Registered Acupuncturist & Reiki Master
Dr. Elias Markou specializes in Detoxification (Environmental Detox, Organ Detox, Sugar Detox, Emotional Detox, Hormone Detox, Candida Detox & Firefighter Detox). Dr. Markou is also renown for treating cancer, auto-immune issues, women's hormone balancing, digestive issues, food allergies and men's health.
Pamyla Love
Energy Healer
Pamyla Love is an expert in mind-body-spirit healing. Through the application of manual and energy therapies, Pamyla works with clients to find greater peace by healing emotional pain, gaining clarity on how physical conditions (chronic pain, cancer, auto-immune disorders) are linked to our state of mind, while reducing pain and improving structural alignment.
CLIENT CARE TEAM
Natasha Richardson
Clinic & Client Relations Manager
Tasha joins pureBalance as the Clinic and Client Relations Manager after a background in business-managing staff, budgeting, and handling inventory. A patient before joining the pureBalance team, she brings a passionate personality to ensure our patients and family are always taken care of. Tasha is an avid sports fan, rides horses and enjoys cooking in her spare time.
Ayden Duguay
Part-Time Receptionist
Ayden is a grade 11 student who attends Lorne Park Secondary. An avid swimmer, Ayden swam competitively for 7 years and now coaches two squads with Mississauga Aquatics Club. Ayden speaks French fluently and loves to travel.
Harveer Pooni
Part-Time-Receptionist
Harveer is currently studying at University of Toronto working towards a Masters in Nursing degree. She is actively involved in soccer, yoga, and hiking. Harveer hopes to pursue a career in nursing that promotes a holistic approach to care.
Omema Saleri
Part-Time-Receptionist
Omema is currently studying at the University of Toronto Mississauga towards an honours degree in Psychology. Omema enjoys working out at her local gym and blogging about lifestyle and culture. Omema is looking forward to learning more about human health.
Jeanette Thompson
Part-Time-Receptionist
Jeanette recently graduated from the Chopra Centre in California as a meditation instructor and is a Yoga Alliance certified yoga teacher.
When not on her yoga mat you can find her enjoying family time with her children and grandchildren. Jeanette is passionate about environmental issues and loves spending time outdoors in nature.
Louise Wong
Part-Time-Receptionist
Louise is a 200-hour Canadian Yoga Alliance certified yoga teacher and a Sheridan College Medical Administration graduate. In her free time, she enjoys being active through yoga, climbing, volleyball, and hiking with her beloved dog.
Stephanie Markou
Web Presence Director
Stephanie is Dr. Markou’s wife and is just as honoured to support your journey with pureBalance Wellness Cancer Care when it comes to your digital experience. Stephanie is passionate about helping holistic health practitioners, ‘Soul’preneurs and conscious small businesses with an impactful web presence that helps make the World a better place.