OUR TEAM

DR. ELIAS MARKOU, ND

Clinic Director, Naturopathic Doctor, Registered Acupuncturist & Reiki Master

Dr. Elias Markou, ND has an interest in detoxification. Dr. Markou ND is known to support cancer, auto-immune issues, women's hormone balancing, digestive issues, food allergies and men's health.

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DR. ASHLEY CHAUVIN, ND

Naturopathic Doctor

Dr. Ashley Chauvin, ND has a focus in supporting patients who’s lives have been affected by cancer. Dr. Chauvin ND is known for supporting patients through all stages of the cancer journey including chemotherapy and radiation therapy related side effects, pre and post surgery preparation, survivorship, and caregiver support. Dr. Chauvin, ND has completed training in intravenous therapy and mistletoe therapy.

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DR. PAUL HRKAL, ND

Naturopathic Doctor

Dr. Hrkal ND is a board certified Naturopathic physician. Additional training and certification in intravenous therapy. He has a special interest in the application of advanced functional and nutritional medicine in cancer care, brain health and chronic pain.

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DR. NADIA SALEEM, ND

Naturopathic Doctor

Dr. Nadia Saleem, ND has a special interest in: Adrenal & Thyroid Health (Including Autoimmune thyroid conditions), Female hormones (Fertility, PCOS, PMS, Menopause) & Chronic Digestive Disorders. She utilizes Functional and Lifestyle medicine and has additional training in Intravenous therapy and Bio-Identical hormone therapy including Thyroid hormone replacement.

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DR. ANDRIANA SETNIK, ND

Naturopathic Doctor

Dr. Andriana Setnik, ND 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 ND also has special interests in women’s health, skin health, digestive health, and chronic pain management.

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DR. FRANK SILVA, ND

Naturopathic Doctor

Dr. Frank Silva, ND 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 ND is an author, lecturer and speaker and regularly appears on television and radio.

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DR. FILZA SWALAH, ND

Naturopathic Doctor

Dr. Filza Swalah, ND has a clinical focus on skin health, digestive health, and hormonal imbalances. She enjoys supporting individuals with chronic skin conditions like acne, eczema, and rosacea while exploring the root cause of these conditions. She utilizes evidence-based therapies to create a custom treatment plan for her patients, enabling them to look and feel beautiful, inside and out!

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DR. AMY TUNG, ND

Naturopathic Doctor

Dr. Amy Tung, ND is a board-certified Naturopathic Doctor with special interest and passion in functional endocrinology (hormonal concerns for men, women and children).

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DR. ELIAS MARKOU, ND

Clinic Director, Naturopathic Doctor, Registered Acupuncturist & Reiki Master

Dr. Elias Markou, ND has an interest in detoxification. Dr. Markou ND is known to support cancer, auto-immune issues, women's hormone balancing, digestive issues, food allergies and men's health.

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DR. NATALIE NESTERENKO, DC

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.

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DIANA LOZE

Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Certified Colon Hydroptherapist

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 and a Registered Holistic Nutritionist 2019. 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. I love helping people find habits and nutrition choices that work for them and their lifestyle.

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DIANA LOZE

Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Certified Colon Hydroptherapist

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 and a Registered Holistic Nutritionist 2019. 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. I love helping people find habits and nutrition choices that work for them and their lifestyle.

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MICHELLE PEÑA

Certified Hypnotherapist & 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.

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DR. ELIAS MARKOU, ND

Clinic Director, Naturopathic Doctor, Registered Acupuncturist & Reiki Master

Dr. Elias Markou, ND has an interest in detoxification. Dr. Markou ND is known to support cancer, auto-immune issues, women's hormone balancing, digestive issues, food allergies and men's health.

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PAMYLA LOVE

Energy Healer, Divine One Reiki, Thai Yoga Massage Therapist

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. Coaching clients through a revolutionary food philosophy program brilliantly ties her unique program together for transformation in mind-body-spirit.

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PAMYLA LOVE

Energy Healer, Divine One Reiki, Thai Yoga Massage Therapist

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. Coaching clients through a revolutionary food philosophy program brilliantly ties her unique program together for transformation in mind-body-spirit.

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REGAN DUGUAY

Full-Time Receptionist

Regan has been a patient of naturopathic medicine since she was 2 weeks old & it saved her life! She is passionate about working with kids & is fluent in French. Her goal is to become a French teacher.

AYDEN DUGUAY

Part-Time Receptionist

Ayden is passionate about human rights and the law, and plans to be a lawyer. She loves sports, her favourites include running and swimming. She is also an avid animal lover.

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.

STEPHANIE MARKOU

Director of Digital & Client Experience

Stephanie is Dr. Markou ND’s wife and is just as honoured to support your journey with pureBalance Wellness when it comes to your digital & client journey experience. She strives to improve your experience so that you have the greatest success in reaching your health goals.

NATASHA RICHARDSON

Clinic & Client Relations Manager (On Maternity Leave)

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.