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A Naturopathic Doctor is a partner in your healing. Someone who takes the time to truly listen, understand your story, and look at your health as a whole. Instead of focusing only on symptoms, they gently guide you toward the root of what\u2019s going on, using natural, evidence-informed therapies like nutrition, botanical medicine, acupuncture, IV therapy, and lifestyle support.<\/p>\n

At\u00a0<\/span>Docere Wellness<\/strong>, our Naturopathic Doctors walk beside you with care and intention, creating personalized plans that honor your unique needs and help your body do what it was designed to do: heal. It\u2019s supportive, heart-centered healthcare that nurtures you back into balance and helps you feel more grounded, energized, and well.<\/p>\n

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Dr. Rabia K. Meghji<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Naturopathic Medical Director<\/strong><\/p>\n

Rabia Karim Meghji ND graduated from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto where she received a graduation award for Leadership. She also has a Bachelor of Science with a major in pre-medical sciences from the University of British Columbia. Dr. Meghji has specialized certification and training in biotherapeutic drainage, NAET (Nambudripad\u2019s Allergy Elimination Technique), neural therapy, mesotherapy, breast cancer risk reduction, acupuncture for fertility and pregnancy, and DAN (biomedical approach to the treatment of autism). She enjoys a family practice with a special interest in endocrine issues, allergies, digestive disorders and autoimmune diseases.<\/p>\n

Dr. Meghji says: \u201cI wish I could say I was always healthy. As a child I had terrible colic, allergies and asthma. Both my brother and I used nebulizers with steroids in them to treat our asthma. Then as a teen, I had awful acid reflux. I am so grateful to have found Naturopathic Medicine. I wanted to become a Pediatrician my whole life and did all the schooling and exams to apply for medical school. But, as it came closer to graduation time from university, I realized that I wanted to work on a person\u2019s whole health, not just treat the symptoms. I am passionate about healthy living and preventative medicine so I knew I needed to choose a different path. Since seeing an ND and becoming one, my allergies have been cured and I maintain a healthy lifestyle.\u201d<\/p>\n

Dr. Rabia Karim Meghji ND was the Vice-President of the College of Naturopathic Doctors of Alberta (CNDA) last year and is licensed with both CNDA and the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors.<\/p>\n

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Dr. Avni Harchad, ND<\/b><\/h1>\n
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Dr. Avni Harchad is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor who provides primary care with an integrated health approach. She earned her degree from CCNM-Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine in British Columbia.<\/div>\n
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Her practice focuses on treating the whole person using a mix of conventional and natural therapies. Dr. Avni specializes in digestive health, women\u2019s health, endocrine disorders, healthy aging, and pain management, offering treatments like acupuncture, IV therapy, naturopathic injections, nutrition, and lifestyle counseling.<\/div>\n
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Dr. Avni aims to empower patients to participate actively in their healthcare and create personalized treatment plans. She offers services in English, French, and Gujarati.<\/div>\n
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    College of Naturopathic Doctors of Alberta (CNDA)<\/div>\n<\/li>\n
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    Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND)<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    Dr. Xerm\u00e3 Palmares, ND<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    Dr. Xerm\u00e3 Palmares, ND, is an international medical graduate who practiced as a conventional medical doctor in Brazil for over 15 years before pursuing his passion for holistic health and transitioning to naturopathic medicine in Canada. He graduated from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM) in Toronto, Ontario, and has been practising as a licensed naturopathic doctor in Canada since January 2021. He is a member in good standing of the College of Naturopathic Doctors of Alberta (CNDA) and the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND).<\/p>\n

    In his general naturopathic practice, Dr. Palmares combines his extensive experience in Western medicine with science-based Eastern medicine. He utilizes both functional and conventional lab tests to conduct a deeper assessment of his patients’ health. He offers a wide range of naturopathic treatments, including nutrition, TCM-acupuncture, herbal medicine (phytotherapy), homeopathy, lifestyle counseling, and hydrotherapy.<\/p>\n

    Dr. Palmares provides supportive naturopathic treatments for several conditions, such as:<\/p>\n

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    • Diabetes, gout, and high cholesterol<\/li>\n
    • Hashimoto\u2019s disease<\/li>\n
    • Hypertension (high blood pressure)<\/li>\n
    • Obesity<\/li>\n
    • Insomnia<\/li>\n
    • Anxiety and depression<\/li>\n
    • Autism<\/li>\n
    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and constipation<\/li>\n
    • Arthritis and chronic pain<\/li>\n
    • Supportive naturopathic care for people with a cancer diagnosis<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      He is passionate about integrative natural treatments where his unique skills and experience
      allow him to blend Western and Eastern approaches to provide comprehensive options for his
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      A Registered Acupuncturist and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Doctor supports your health by restoring balance where your body needs it most. Through gentle, time-honored practices like acupuncture, cupping, herbal medicine, and lifestyle recommendations, they help your energy flow more freely, easing pain, calming the nervous system, and supporting your body\u2019s natural rhythm.<\/p>\n

      At Docere Wellness<\/strong>, our TCM practitioner offers a grounded, heart-centered approach to healing. She takes the time to understand not just your symptoms, but your emotional, physical, and energetic wellbeing. With her guidance, you receive deeply nurturing care that brings harmony back to your body and helps you feel more aligned, supported, and whole.<\/p>\n

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      Dr. Marcia Gray, D.Ac, R.Ac<\/strong><\/h4>\n

      Dr. Marcia Gray is a registered acupuncturist with the CAA. She graduated from the Doctor of Acupuncture program at the Alberta College of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine,
      here in Calgary. Before going to college, she was a fitness instructor for the City of Calgary. Helping
      people achieve health has always been a passion of hers.<\/p>\n

      Dr. Marcia is fascinated with Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and how Qi (life energy) flows through channels in the body. TCM believes that when there is balance, there is health. Acupuncture can help achieve the balance by sending signals along the channels and moving the Qi to where it is needed most.<\/p>\n

      TCM believes that everything is related and relevant, and can affect different aspects of your mind, body and spirit. Dr. Marcia believes that to enjoy longevity, you must take care of all three of these aspects, to keep the balance in your life.<\/p>\n

      The more relaxed you are, the better the Qi flows, so Dr. Marcia hopes you will be so comfortable that you sleep through your gentle acupuncture treatment.<\/p>\n

      She looks forward to helping you on your journey to balanced health. Dr. Marcia offers a variety of treatments including Gua Sha, Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture, Chinese Fire Cupping, and of course, TCM based Acupuncture. She has extensive experience with conditions such as anxiety, stress relief, depression, migraines, menopausal support, low back pain, shoulder tension, whiplash and concussion therapies. She has also helped patients with fertility, menstrual irregularities, and Bells Palsy.<\/p>\n

      In her free time, Dr. Marcia loves going for walks in the park and being close to nature. She also enjoys painting, and just hanging out with her husband while watching movies, or reading a good book. Keeping mind, body and spirit peacefully balanced.<\/p>\n

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      A Nurse Practitioner with a focus on Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy helps you understand the shifts happening in your body especially during times of fatigue, mood changes, low libido, sleep issues, or the transitions of perimenopause and menopause. Through thoughtful assessment and gentle guidance, they use bioidentical hormones to restore balance in a way that feels natural to your body\u2019s own chemistry.<\/p>\n

      At\u00a0<\/span>Docere Wellness<\/strong>, our Nurse Practitioner creates a supportive space where you feel heard, validated, and cared for. Every plan is personalized, evidence-informed, and designed to help you feel more grounded, energized, and like yourself again. It\u2019s nurturing, whole-person care that honors your hormonal health and walks beside you as you regain clarity, steadiness, and vitality.<\/p>\n

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      Andy Haile, Nurse Practitioner<\/strong><\/h4>\n

      Andy<\/span>\u00a0Haile is a\u00a0Nurse<\/span>\u00a0Practitioner with a passion for patient-centered, whole-person care. Before entering healthcare, he worked as a teacher, an experience that shaped his dedication to listening, educating, and empowering others.<\/p>\n

      With a decade of nursing experience, having worked as a Registered\u00a0Nurse<\/span>\u00a0in acute care, urgent care, and long-term care, where he provided compassionate and skilled support to patients and families. Now practicing as a\u00a0Nurse<\/span>\u00a0Practitioner in primary care,\u00a0Andy<\/span>\u00a0blends medical expertise with a collaborative approach to support health and wellness across the lifespan.<\/p>\n

      His philosophy of care is rooted in listening, partnership, and empowering patients with the tools they need to take an active role in their health. He believes in addressing the root causes of illness\u2014not just the symptoms\u2014while integrating evidence-based medicine with holistic perspectives.<\/p>\n

      Andy<\/span>\u00a0has special interests in preventive health, hormone therapy, and both women\u2019s and men\u2019s health. He welcomes patients of all ages, whether they are managing chronic conditions, focusing on preventive wellness, or navigating life transitions. With both in-person and virtual care options,\u00a0Andy<\/span>\u00a0is committed to making high-quality care accessible and tailored to individual needs.<\/p>\n

      Outside of practice,\u00a0Andy<\/span>\u00a0enjoys staying active, playing soccer, spending time with family, and contributing to his community. He is passionate about lifelong learning and continues to expand his knowledge to better serve his patients.<\/div>\n
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      A Registered Psychologist helps you understand your inner world with compassion and clarity. Through therapeutic conversations and evidence-based tools, they support you in processing your emotions, navigating stress, healing past experiences, and building healthier patterns that help you thrive in daily life.<\/p>\n

      At\u00a0Docere Wellness<\/strong>, our Registered Psychologist creates a safe, grounded space where you can be fully seen and heard. Her approach is gentle, collaborative, and centered on what you need in the moment whether that\u2019s emotional resilience, clearer boundaries, or deeper self-understanding. It\u2019s nurturing mental and emotional care that helps you feel lighter, supported, and more connected to yourself.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n

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      Stamatina (Tina) Nikolaou, Registered Psychologist<\/strong><\/h4>\n

      Stamatina (Tina) Nikolaou is a Registered Psychologist who brings her genuine compassion and positivity into her work as a psychologist for adults, couples, teens and children. Tina\u2019s areas of specialty are: Anxiety, Depression, Self Esteem, Body Image, Eating Disorders, Stress Reduction, Burnout, Trauma, Postpartum Depression, Parenting and Relationship Counselling<\/p>\n

      Tina attained a Masters in Counselling Psychology from the University of Calgary through Campus Alberta. She also obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Sociology at the University of Calgary. In addition, Tina has a diploma in School Psychology and has completed Levels I, & II of Gottman Couples Training, Attachment Theory, Clinical Training in Hypnosis, and Trauma Informed training. Tina is an empathic and dynamic listener who is passionate about helping people live out their full potential and overcome challenges that get in their way. She strives to thoroughly understand clients\u2019 challenges and strengths and collaborates with clients to identify and achieve effective, creative, and unique solutions in order to overcome the challenges they are facing.<\/p>\n

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