BIO

Dr. Omar Rafai is a Naturopathic Doctor with a special focus in Integrative Endocrinology and Cardiovascular disease management. He practices Naturopathic Medicine at the Thyroid & Hormones Endocrinology Center, in Oakville, and Seashell Medical Center, in Milton, and works in Clinical Research at GSK.

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After obtaining his Honours Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Toronto in 2015, Dr. Rafai completed a four-year program at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine and graduated with a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine degree in 2019. Dr. Rafai received additional clinical training at multiple naturopathic and conventional medical clinics. His experience involves a unique externship at the Internal Medicine Outpatient Clinic at Duke Health in North Carolina as well as the Thyroid & Hormones Endocrinology Center in Ontario, where he developed a systematic integrative approach in treating his patients.

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In his practice, Dr. Rafai primarily treats diabetes and its complications, thyroid disorders, obesity, PCOS, dyslipidemia, hot flashes, IBS, celiac disease, chron's disease, ulcerative colitis, anxiety, depression, and erectile dysfunction. He utilizes science-based complimentary forms of medicine with his patients including botanical/ herbal medicines, nutraceuticals, diet & lifestyle consultation, cognitive behavioural therapy exercises, acupuncture & electro-acupuncture, and injectable therapies. His individualized approach means that your health concern is fully assessed and is treated holistically.

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Dr. Rafai is one of the very few Naturopathic Doctors working in both areas of Complementary Medicine as well as the Pharmaceutical Industry. He is a passionate advocate for embracing science-based, systematic, and comprehensive medical guidelines that combine the robust evidence of modern Allopathic Medicine with the holistic and complimentary nature of Naturopathic Medicine to deliver “the best treatment option” for each individual patient. His vision is to create a shift in the way Naturopathic Medicine is practiced by encouraging evidence-based collaborative care between Medical Doctors and Naturopathic Doctors.