With nearly two decades of clinical experience, Dr. Iris Clarin is known for her calm, thoughtful approach to helping patients restore energy, regulate weight, and finally get restorative sleep. Her care is grounded in the belief that when the nervous system, digestion, and lifestyle foundations are supported, the body has an incredible capacity to heal.

A Global Perspective on Health

Born in the Philippines, Dr. Clarin immigrated with her family at age two, first to Germany and later to Canada. Growing up across cultures shaped her appreciation for food, tradition, and the many ways people experience health and illness. From an early age, she was drawn to caring for others, especially her grandparents, and knew she wanted a life in medicine.

From the Lab to the Clinic

Dr. Clarin completed a Bachelor of Science in Biology before working with Calgary Lab Services in microbiology. While the science fascinated her, she quickly realized that her true calling was patient care, not life behind a microscope. During this time, a personal health challenge in her family introduced her to hands-on, preventive care. Exploring the principles of naturopathic medicine felt like a natural fit for her passion for lifestyle-focused, root-cause healing.

A “Less Is More” Philosophy

The naturopathic principle First Do No Harm continues to guide Dr. Clarin’s work. Her approach emphasizes clarity over complexity, targeted treatments over excess, and listening closely to what the body is signaling. Over years in practice, she has seen how disrupted sleep, low energy, and stubborn weight often share common roots including stress physiology, digestion, inflammation, and nervous system overload.

She works with patients to address the full picture of health, body, mind, and emotional well-being, and has further deepened this perspective through continued training in counselling and spiritual care.

Advanced Training and Gentle Therapies

• Dr. Clarin brings a wide range of gentle, integrative tools into her practice, including:
• Bowen Therapy
• Lymphatic and craniosacral techniques
• Classical Chinese-style Turbo Acupuncture
• Clinical experience at a medically supervised fasting and lifestyle center in California

Her continued learning reflects her belief that healing does not need to be aggressive to be effective.

Life Outside the Clinic

Outside of practice, Dr. Clarin is a devoted wife and mom to two teenagers who keep her humble and laughing. She enjoys discovering new restaurants, hiking, music-filled family competitions, and traveling whenever possible. Community involvement remains important to her, from church volunteering to supporting vision research initiatives.

Dr. Clarin is grateful to continue serving the community she has come to love and looks forward to supporting patients who are ready to feel more rested, energized, and at ease in their bodies.