“The best treatment for any health condition is prevention in the first place. The answer is not a magic pill… The solution is simple: Proper nutrition, Exercise, Cleaning the body of harmful chemicals… this is the answer! Take charge of your own health!”
Dr. Tasreen Alibhai ND

Team Expertise

Dr. Tasreen Alibhai, N.D.
Medical Director, Vitalia Health Care and the Canadian Hyperbaric Institute

After taking her Bachelor of Science degree at the University of British Columbia, Dr. Alibhai undertook four years of health studies in the accredited medical college at Bastyr University in Seattle to earn her Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine. She then successfully completed provincial board exams to become licensed as a Naturopathic Doctor in British Columbia.

Dr. Alibhai’s medical education also includes Advanced Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Training from Hyperbarics International in Florida, and she is an expert in the use of hyperbaric oxygen therapy for the treatment of neurological conditions such as cerebral palsy, autism, and stroke recovery. She also utilizes hyperbaric oxygen therapy for wound healing and recovery from specific physical illnesses. Dr. Alibhai continues to research, publish and lecture worldwide on the medical uses of hyperbaric oxygen for the treatment of neurological conditions.

Her reputation as a leader in integrative medicine has brought patients from around the globe to Vitalia Health Care and The Canadian Hyperbaric Institute for the most effective, leading-edge natural health care available in Canada.

Her practice includes nutritional and lifestyle counseling, chelation therapy, botanical medicine, intravenous vitamin/mineral therapy and mesotherapy. She utilizes state of the art diagnostic and laboratory testing to effectively identify and treat the underlying causes of many conditions including hormone disorders, digestive complaints, skin disorders and conditions of the immune system. Dr Alibhai also facilitates medically supervised clinical detoxification programs.

Dr. Alibhai is an expert in the growing field of corporate wellness and has played a key role in implementing employee health programs at Telus, a leading cellular and residential phone company.

She is a member of the B.C. Naturopathic Association, the College of Naturopathic Physicians of B.C., the Canadian Naturopathic Association, the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society, and the Naturopathic Academy of Therapeutic Injection. She also works on the Quality Assurance Committee of the College of Naturopathic Physicians of B.C.

Dr. Kimberly Ostero, BSc., ND
Associate, Vitalia Health Care

Dr. Ostero was born and raised in northern British Columbia. She completed her Bachelor of Science degree focusing on training applicable to becoming a naturopathic physician (Biological Sciences and Psychology) at the University of Alberta. She studied Naturopathic Medicine at Bastyr University in Seattle and completed four years of medical studies at the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine in New Westminster where she earned her diploma indicating her Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine. Dr. Ostero is a board-certified naturopathic physician and has successfully written her NPLEX and CNPBC board examinations to become a licensed naturopathic physician in British Columbia.

Dr. Ostero’s interest in naturopathic medicine started as a young child, as her family utilized naturopathic medicine for maintaining their health and preventing illness. She has a strong passion for assisting her patients in healing, as she previously experienced illness in her early adulthood and as a result was able to experience how it feels to be a patient looking to gain optimal health.

Her general family practice involves the use of nutritional and lifestyle counseling, botanical medicine, vitamin/mineral therapy, homeopathy, traditional Chinese medicine (Chinese herbal medicine and acupuncture) and physical medicine. Dr. Ostero uses clinical diagnosis and laboratory testing and determines each patient’s complete health history in order to address all factors contributing to illness. Dr. Ostero has experience in the treatment of allergies, hormonal imbalances, skin disorders, digestive issues and autoimmune disease. Her medical practice involves treatment of chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia. Dr. Ostero continually attends seminars around North America in order to stay on top of the latest medical research including the topics of anti-aging medicine, detoxification and weight loss.

Dr. Ostero is thrilled to be a part of the Vitalia Health Care team. As well, she works in corporate care as the naturopathic physician for TELUS. Dr. Ostero is a member of the B.C. Naturopathic Association, the College of Naturopathic Physicians of B.C. and the Canadian Naturopathic Association.

Kelli Gabel
Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant

Kelli Gabel is a highly skilled Medical Laboratory Technician with over 15 years experience in environments that include laboratory settings, hospitals, mobile laboratory services, and physician’s offices. Kelli’s experiences have allowed her to hone her techniques to a level unsurpassed in the industry, while developing strong commitments to patient care and excellence.

Kelli started out working in animal clinics where she first learned her Venipuncture techniques. She received her diploma as a certified medical laboratory assistant in 1989. Kelli spent the next 15 years working for MDS Metro in the lower mainland and Peace Arch Hospital.
Kelli’s knowledge doesn’t stop there; she has many years of experiences that have helped her develop a pragmatic and adaptable approach to doing business. Most recently Kelli added a three year course in Transpersonal Psychotherapy to her resume, brining a new dimension of awareness to her already extensive skill set.
Kelli’s experience combined with her exceptional technical and interpersonal skills make her a natural fit for this enterprising business - she is a leader by nature.