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Credentials
- Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (ND)
- Registered with the College of Naturopathic Physicians of British Columbia (CNPBC)
- Training in clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, acupuncture, and lifestyle medicine
Approach
Dr. Hakakzadeh takes a root-cause approach to health, looking beyond the presenting symptom to understand the whole person. She combines evidence-informed natural therapies with patient education so that treatment makes sense and care becomes part of daily life.
Expertise
Clinical nutrition, botanical and herbal medicine, lifestyle medicine, and naturopathic acupuncture. Areas of focus include chronic fatigue, hormonal health, digestive complaints, stress and sleep concerns, and supporting recovery alongside conventional physiotherapy and rehabilitation.
- naturopathic medicine
- clinical nutrition
- botanical medicine
- hormonal health
- lifestyle medicine
- naturopathic acupuncture
- digestive health
- chronic fatigue
Common questions
Frequently asked questions about Dr..
What is Dr. Maliheh Hakakzadeh's role at Medstar Sport Physio?
Dr. Maliheh Hakakzadeh works at Medstar Sport Physio & Health in North Vancouver as a Naturopathic Doctor. Naturopathic Doctor (ND). The clinic is at 1325 Marine Drive, and Dr. sees patients there as part of a team that includes physiotherapists, RMTs, an osteopath, a kinesiologist, a counsellor and a naturopath.
What credentials does Dr. Maliheh Hakakzadeh hold?+
Dr. Maliheh Hakakzadeh holds the following credentials: Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (ND) (College of Naturopathic Physicians of British Columbia). These credentials show the training and the regulatory body that stand behind Dr.'s scope of practice as a Naturopathic Doctor, so a patient can confirm what Dr. is qualified to treat before booking an appointment.
What is Dr.'s educational background?+
Dr.'s education includes: Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (ND); Registered with the College of Naturopathic Physicians of British Columbia (CNPBC); Training in clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, acupuncture, and lifestyle medicine. This training forms the basis for the assessment and treatment methods Dr. uses in the clinic, and it is listed here so a patient can see exactly where that training comes from before their first visit.
What does Dr. treat or specialize in?+
Clinical nutrition, botanical and herbal medicine, lifestyle medicine, and naturopathic acupuncture. Areas of focus include chronic fatigue, hormonal health, digestive complaints, stress and sleep concerns, and supporting recovery alongside conventional physiotherapy and rehabilitation. A patient looking for care in one of these areas can book directly with Dr. at Medstar Sport Physio & Health in North Vancouver, and the first visit will focus on the specific problem that brought them in.
What is Dr.'s approach to patient care?+
Dr. Hakakzadeh takes a root-cause approach to health, looking beyond the presenting symptom to understand the whole person. She combines evidence-informed natural therapies with patient education so that treatment makes sense and care becomes part of daily life. This approach shapes every session Dr. runs at Medstar Sport Physio & Health, so a new patient can expect the same style of care described here from the first assessment through to discharge.
What topics is Dr. most experienced in?+
Dr.'s listed areas of expertise are: naturopathic medicine, clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, hormonal health, lifestyle medicine, naturopathic acupuncture, digestive health, chronic fatigue. These are the topics Dr. draws on most often when assessing and treating patients at Medstar Sport Physio & Health, and they line up with the specialties described elsewhere on this page.
How do I book an appointment with Dr. at Medstar?+
You can book an appointment with Dr. Maliheh Hakakzadeh online through Medstar Sport Physio & Health's Jane App booking system, or by calling the clinic directly at (604) 988-5411. The clinic is located at 1325 Marine Drive in North Vancouver, with free on-site parking and hours Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 7:30 PM and Saturday 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
How can I verify Dr.'s professional registration?+
Dr. Maliheh Hakakzadeh's registration as a Naturopathic Doctor can be verified through the Verify naturopathic doctor registration, an online public directory maintained by the regulatory college that oversees this profession in British Columbia. The listing is at https://cchpbc.ca/public/practitioner-search/, and checking it confirms Dr. is currently licensed and in good standing before a patient books an appointment.
What your first visit looks like
A proper assessment
Your first visit is a full one-on-one assessment. Dr. takes the time to understand what's going on and explains it in plain language.
A plan you leave with
You go home with a clear plan and your first steps, spelled out rather than a vague 'let's see how it goes.'
Direct billing
We bill ICBC, WorkSafeBC and most extended-health plans directly, so in most cases you pay little or nothing at the desk.
Easy to get to
1325 Marine Drive, North Vancouver, with free on-site parking. Open Mon to Fri 9:00 AM to 7:30 PM and Sat 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
This page is for general information only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Individual presentations vary, and assessment findings differ from person to person. Care at Medstar Sport Physio & Health is provided by practitioners registered with their respective British Columbia regulatory colleges.
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