Caring For Your Health
Dr. Atousa Faraz BSc (Hon), ND,
“Growing up, I always knew that I wanted to become a healthcare provider. One who actively listens, and acknowledges your ongoing concerns about your health. I wanted to become a doctor who spends time on digging deeper than what appears on the surface. Someone who helps you get on your path to wellness.”
Dr. Atousa Faraz BSc (Hon), ND is a dedicated professional with a passion for health and wellness, offering an inclusive and trauma-informed approach to care. In addition to providing natural therapies,
Dr. Faraz believes in patient education and empowering her patients with the knowledge to take control of their own health and wellness. She sees the healing process as an opportunity for growth and self-discovery, and feels privileged to witness her patients' transformations.
Dr. Faraz's naturopathic practice welcomes patients of all ages and is committed to providing comprehensive care. Collaboration is a key part of her approach, and she works closely with all members of her patients' healthcare team to ensure they receive the best possible care.
Dr. Faraz ND has expertise in a variety of areas within naturopathic medicine, including:
- Women's Health
- Gastrointestinal Health
- Clinical Nutrition and Lifestyle Counselling
- Weight Management and Type Two Diabetes Support
- Fertility/Infertility Treatment Support
- Arthritic Joint and Muscle Pain Management
- Thyroid Health
- Chronic Stress and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Treatments and services that are offered to patients by her include:
- Naturopathic Consultations
- Acupuncture, Electro Acupuncture and Cupping
- Fertility Acupuncture
- Hormonal Therapies: Desiccated Thyroid, Female Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy
- Vitamin Injections including Vitamin B12 and Vitamin D
- Blood Work & Laboratory Testing
About
Academic Qualifications
- Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine graduate
- College of Naturopaths of Ontario's Therapeutic Prescribing License
- Bachelor's of Science with Honours Degree in Chemistry - York University
- Human Resources Management Post Graduate Certificate - Toronto Metropolitan University
- Cosmetic Acupuncture Certificate by Maria Lee Sheng Sun RTCMP - Water Moon Healing Arts
Clinical Experiences
- Licensed and Practicing Naturopathic Doctor in Ontario since May 2007
- Robert Schad Naturopathic Clinic - ND Student Internship
- Sherbourne Health Center - ND Student Internship
- Allergy/Immunology Clinic -The Hospital for Sick Children - RN Student Paediatric Focused Placement
- General Internal Medicine Unit, University Health Network, Toronto Western Hospital - RN Student Placement
- Surgery Inpatient Unit - Michael Garron Hospital - RN Student Placement
- Stroke & Neurological Rehabilitation Inpatient Unit - Sunnybrook Health Sciences, St. John’s Rehab Hospital - RN Student Placement
List of Few Professional Development Training/Certificates
Endocrinology Focus
- Endocrine Disruptors by Dr. Joseph Pizzorno, ND & Dr. Wendy Ellis ND
- Obesity Masterclass - Health Masters Live
- The Fertility Masterclass - Health Masters Live
- The Natural Thyroid Masterclass - Health Masters Live
- Type Two Diabetes Masterclass - Health Masters Live
GI Health Focus
- Gastrointestinal Masterclass One, Two &Three- Health Masters Live
- Hepatology Masterclass - Health Masters Live
- Microbiome Masterclass One & Two - Health Masters Live
Health & Safety Focus
- AED/CPR BLS (HCP)
- Anaphylaxis: Recognition and Management Certificate - SickKids Learning Institute
- Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation Certificate - Michael Garron Hospital
- Introduction to Anti-Black Racism Training - Toronto Academic Health Science Network
- Hazard Recognition and Control - The Chang School of Continuing Education - Toronto Metropolitan University
- Occupational Health - The Chang School of Continuing Education - Toronto Metropolitan University
- Sexual Orientation Gender Identity Training Certificate - SOGINursing.ca
- Unconscious Bias in Medicine - Stanford University School of Medicine
- WHMIS - York University, SunnyBrook Hospital, UHN, MGH, SickKids
- Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps - Ontario Ministry of Labour
Joint, Muscle Care Focus
- Chronobiology: An Underappreciated Contributor to The Immune Response by Dr David Lescheid, BSc, PhD, ND
- Fibromyalgia, Fatigue and Global Pain Syndromes by Dr David Brady ND, DC, CCN, DACBN
- Musculoskeletal Masterclass by Dr Eugene Zampieron ND. MH, RH (AHG) & Dr Robert Silverman DC
- Neuropathic Pain: It’s on my Last Nerve. Treatable Mechanisms for Nerve Pain by Dr Carissa Doherty ND
- Neurodegenerative Diseases Masterclass - Health Masters Live
Mental Health Focus
- Grief and Healing by Dr Aoife Earls ND
- Mental Health: Clinical Pearls by Dr Philip Rouchotas, MSc, ND
- Nutrition and Labs for Mental Health by Dr. Kristen Allott, ND, MS, L.Ac
- The Integrative Clinician’s Guide to Chronic Insomnia by Dr Jonathan Prousky, ND, MSc, MA, RP
Older Adults Care Focus
- Building Competence in Older Adult Care Certificate - McMaster University Health Sciences
- Gentle Persuasive Approaches in Dementia Care: Supporting Persons with Responsive Behaviours Certificate - Advanced Gerontological Education (AGE)
- Brain Aging Optimally with Nutraceutical and Botanical Tools by Dr. Tori Hudson ND
Pharmacology focus
- GeriMedRisk- Geriatric Clinical Pharmacology Rounds - McMaster University
- Pharmacology Masterclass by Dr Jeff Novak PhD
- The Canadian Therapeutics and Prescribing Course for Naturopathic Doctors - Dr. Adil Virani, B.Sc.(Pharm.), Pharm.D., FCSHP, Dr. James McCormack, B.Sc.(Pharm.), Pharm.D.
Research Focus
- Fourth Year Undergraduate Quantitative Physical Organic Chemistry Research Project - York University
- Research Ethics Based on The Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans (TCPS 2: CORE 2022) Certificate - Government of Canada
- Research Investigator Standard Operating Procedures Training Certificate - Department of Research & Innovation - Michael Garron Hospital
Women's Health Focus
- Advanced Period Repair by Dr. Laura Briden ND
- Chronic Anemia & Complex Iron Dynamics by Dr Sarah Wilson ND - LifeLabs & Rocky Mountain Analytical
- Iron Deficiency Anemia: Clinical considerations, assessments, and treatment protocols by Dr Shona Imlah MD & Dr Emily Pratt ND
- Naturopathic Process on Treating Iron Deficiency by Dr Carissa Doherty ND
- Mood Changes in PMDD and Perimenopause by Dr Tori Hudson
- Oestrogen Metabolism by Dr Filomena Trindade MD, MPH
- Perimenopause by Dr. Laura Briden ND
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We are excited to have the opportunity to work with you on your journey towards wellness. We are dedicated to providing you with comprehensive and personalized care, tailored to meet your unique healthcare needs. Thank you for considering Dr. Faraz ND as your healthcare provider. We look forward to meeting you and supporting you in achieving your health goals.