Dr. Akkuyu earned her Bachelor of Applied Science from Toronto Metropolitan University and completed her Doctor of Naturopathy degree thereafter. She volunteered for nine years in long-term care and palliative care settings in Toronto, experiences that shaped her patient-centred approach and respect for continuity of care across all stages of life. She also completed an internship at the Toronto Birth Centre, a midwife-led facility specializing in pregnancy, labour, and lactation care, further strengthening her foundation in women’s health.

Dr. Akkuyu’s clinical interests align with Luminary Health’s comprehensive care programs and include thyroid health; women’s health and hormones, with particular attention to menstrual health, perimenopause, and menopause; fatigue and energy regulation; dermatological health; and general and preventive health within Luminary Health’s integrative care framework.

Certifications & Advanced Training

• Dr. Akkuyu has completed training in:
  
  • Intravenous (IV) Therapy and Advanced IVs
  • Iron Infusions
  • Immunizations
  • Pharmaceutical Prescriptions
  • Hormone Replacement Therapy
  • Cosmetic Neuromodulators (Botox, Dysport, Nuceiva, Xeomin)
  • Therapeutic Botox (hyperhidrosis, migraines, headaches, TMJ)
  • Hyaluronic acid dermal fillers
  • Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) for skin and hair
  • Laser treatments and medical skincare
  • Microneedling
  • Acupuncture

Teaching & Academic Involvement

In addition to her clinical role, Dr. Akkuyu is a faculty member at the CCNM–Boucher Campus, where she teaches Physical Medicine, Clinical Medicine, Integrative Medicine, and Clinical Studies. Her academic involvement reflects a commitment to clinical excellence and the advancement of integrative healthcare.