Our Team

Dr. Harpal Bains is a leading expert in bioidentical hormones, functional medicine, longevity, and environmental health, with over 15 years of experience. Her medical journey began with a conventional path in the NHS, where she completed her surgical rotation before transitioning into functional and longevity medicine.

An advanced BHRT practitioner certified by The Academy of Preventive and Innovative Medicine by Worldlink Medical, Dr. Bains also holds training in Psychosexual Medicine and a Diploma in Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare.

As a pioneer in functional medicine, she has witnessed its evolution from the fringes of healthcare to a well-established field. Her extensive experience enabled her to unravel complex medical cases, crafting highly individualised protocols tailored to each patient’s history, mindset, and unique physiology. She also has a specific interest in psychology and neuroplasticity. Today, Dr. Bains focuses on training and mentoring Harpal Clinic doctors, equipping them with her innovative methodologies to deliver exceptional, patient-centered care.

Dr. Bains firmly believes that curiosity, critical thinking, and intellectual humility are essential traits for medical practitioners. This mindset aligns seamlessly with the field of longevity medicine, where innovation and cutting-edge healthcare continuously evolve. Her clinical expertise in longevity medicine has been featured in top publications, including Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Men’s Health, The Telegraph, The Sunday Times, Women’s Fitness, GQ, and more.

As Medical Director, Dr. Bains stays at the forefront of emerging scientific developments in longevity and integrative medicine. Her approach is grounded in applying clinically relevant, evidence-informed innovations to day-to-day patient care, ensuring patients of the clinic receive the most advanced, personalised, and practical strategies available.

Dr. Bains is also an advanced practitioner in Aesthetic Medicine, seamlessly integrating principles of functional and longevity medicine into her aesthetic practice to achieve sustainable, long-term benefits for her patients.

“I began practising longevity and functional medicine over 13 years ago, at a time when the field was still relatively unknown. To sustain my practice in those early years, I also worked in aesthetic medicine – a path I hadn’t initially set out on, but one where I developed a strong skill set. Even then, my approach was grounded in long-term health and prevention, and I brought a longevity-focused lens to everything I did. That foundation continues to shape the way I practise today.”

Looking ahead, Dr. Bains is dedicated to sharing her expertise through public speaking, mentoring, training, and writing, aiming to inspire and educate the wider medical community.

Other interests: Interior design, fashion, dancing, styling, and conservation.

Dr Salker is an experienced GP and graduate of King’s College London with advanced training and diplomas in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Reproductive and Sexual Health, plus Public Health. In the field of integrative medicine, she has completed the AFMCP and is a DNA Life practitioner. She is also trained in Bioidentical Hormone Optimisation with the Academy of Preventive and Innovative Medicine in the USA.

Her journey into functional medicine has been borne out of her own health journey and the frustration that she felt with how conventional medicine failed to address the root cause of many patients’ issues. Over the years, with increasing experience and extensive study, she has developed many interests in this area of medicine.

Dr Salker’s areas of special interest:

• Fatigue syndromes including post-viral fatigue like long-COVID and Epstein-Barr virus
• Hormone optimisation for menopause management
• Hormone optimisation, testosterone replacement therapy, and health optimisation for andropause in men
• Hormone optimisation in pre or perimenopausal women, in particular PCOS, endometriosis, excessive irregular or painful menstrual bleeding and related issues including depression or low moods. She is also interested in DNA SNPs that can cause hormonal issues in patients
• The gut/brain connection
• Neuroplasticity and its place in HPA axis dysregulation and trauma
• Adrenal insufficiency and HPA axis dysfunction

Other interests: Dr Salker loves all types of dance and is an accomplished Bharatanatyam dancer. She was part of a dance group that won many competitions during her teenage years.

Dr. Raczko has over 13 years of experience and specialised training in functional, integrative, and longevity medicine, with the past five years dedicated to her work at Harpal Clinic.

She holds a postgraduate diploma in Nutritional Medicine and Mental Health and has completed extensive functional medicine training, including AFMCP and Prescribing Lifestyle Medicine. Her expertise also extends to genetics, having studied with DNA Life and completed nutritional genomics training. Dr. Raczko is trained in Bioidentical Hormone Optimisation with both the Academy of Preventive and Innovative Medicine in the USA and with Marion Gluck Training Academy.

Her early experience in hospital settings underscored the critical need for disease prevention, inspiring her to focus on proactive wellness strategies and chronic disease management to enhance healthspan.

Dr Raczko’s areas of special interest:

• Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) in men and women
• Integrative approach to hormone imbalances for women in premenopause, perimenopause and menopause. This also includes conditions such as PCOS, severe PMS, and endometriosis
• Longevity medicine with a focus on: hormones, gut health, DNA and genetics, cardiovascular health, plus immune and inflammatory balance
• Skin health, approached integratively through functional medicine principles, bioidentical hormone optimisation, and personalised guidance on products and procedures where appropriate
• Adrenal health (HPA axis dysfunction, stress response, and cortisol)
• Gut health and the microbiome
• Thyroid dysfunction, including autoimmune thyroid disease

Other interests: Dr Raczko loves art, photography and gardening.

Dr. Sandhu is an experienced functional medicine practitioner with over 20 years as a GP. While originally trained in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, her practice has evolved to encompass hormone and longevity medicine for both men and women, with tailored strategies for energy, performance, and ageing well.

She has specialised training in Bioidentical Hormone Optimisation from the Academy of Preventive and Innovative Medicine (USA), specialising in testosterone replacement and precursor hormone optimisation. She is currently pursuing a Diploma in Lifestyle Medicine with the British Society of Lifestyle Medicine.

Motivated by curiosity and a commitment to truly personalised care, Dr. Sandhu takes a forward-thinking, integrative approach that goes beyond conventional medicine to support patients in optimising their long-term health, resilience, and longevity.

Dr. Sandhu’s key areas of expertise include:

• Health optimisation in complex chronic conditions: CFS/ME, chronic infections (e.g. Lyme disease, EBV)
• Support for perimenopause, menopause, and hormone-related conditions like PCOS, PMS, and endometriosis
• Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) in men and women
• Longevity medicine with a focus on metabolic and cardiovascular health
• Adrenal health (HPA axis dysfunction, stress response, and cortisol)
• Autoimmune disease and immune system dysfunction
• Thyroid dysfunction

Other interests: Beyond medicine, Dr. Sandhu has a deep appreciation for the theatre, performing arts, as well as learning ballroom and Latin dancing.

Dr. Wilde is a certified functional medicine doctor specialising in integrative medicine, with a focus on sports and rehabilitation.

With 17 years of service in the British military, Dr. Wilde trained in emergency medicine and general practice, supporting injured personnel at the Defence Military Rehabilitation Centre, UK. She is a member of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine, the Institute of Functional Medicine, and the British Society of Ecological Medicine, with additional qualifications in Wellbeing Coaching and Personal Training. She is contributing to the first textbook on Integrative Sports Nutrition and has extensive experience working with recreational athletes to optimise health and performance.

Both Dr. Wilde and her husband, who was also a military doctor, have had first-hand experience of injury and rehabilitation. This has given her deep insight into the resilience needed for recovery.

Now based in Canada, she continues to provide expert medical care online as part of the Harpal Clinic team.

Dr Wilde’s areas of special interest:

• Sports and rehabilitation medicine: Optimising recovery, injury prevention, and physical resilience for both competitive and recreational athletes
• Longevity medicine with a focus on: Targeting performance, body composition, and musculoskeletal resilience across all life stages
• Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) in men and women
• Support for perimenopause and menopause
• Adrenal health (HPA axis dysfunction, stress response, and cortisol)
• Sleep support (e.g., optimising sleep for healthy aging, and managing sleep disorders)
• Traumatic brain injury

Other interests: Dr. Wilde enjoys walking by the sea, being in the gym lifting weights, and spending time with her Maine Coon cats.

Elisabeth’s journey in healthcare began in 1995 where she trained as a Homeopathic practitioner under the guidance of the esteemed homeopath and author Robert Davidson, founder of the College of Practical Homeopathy in London. During this time, Elisabeth’s interest in energy medicine and the concept of body intelligence developed, leading to a successful practice where she focused on treating chronic infections, asthma, and eczema in both adults and children.

In 2007, Elisabeth transitioned to a different aspect of healthcare by earning her nursing qualification from City University, London. She built a strong foundation in oncology surgical nursing, specialising in Maxillofacial, ENT, Plastics, Urology, and Ophthalmology at St Bartholomew’s and the Royal London Hospitals. She then moved into community nursing, and later worked as a Forensic Nursing Sister and patient advocate at The Havens in London.

Elisabeth’s interest in holistic health led her to the field of functional medicine, where she has found her passion at Harpal Clinic. She is enthusiastic about the transformative power of nutrition and enjoys making a tangible impact on her patients’ health through intravenous nutrient therapy, vitamin D optimisation, vitamin shots, and personalised health coaching. She is a qualified menopause nurse advisor and she is currently pursuing further training in functional medicine.

Other interests: Elisabeth was a bass guitarist in several bands in her 20s, performing at various venues in her native New York and London. She also did a stint in music journalism specialising in Scandinavian Indie Rock. These days she still enjoys music and feels that a live music experience is irreplaceable, and has a deep appreciation for the nuances of performance and sound. Whether she’s discovering new bands or enjoying established favourites, music remains a lifelong passion for her.

Saliha moved to London when she was 18 to complete a BA in Graphic Design. She then pursued a career in graphic design professionally for a few years whilst experiencing all that London had to offer. During this time, her chronic childhood eczema flared up severely to the point where steroid creams did not work anymore. She felt like she needed to find her own solution to her problem.

This led to years of pursuing various therapies like Ayurveda, herbalism, acupuncture and cupping. This eventually led her to functional medicine in which she pursued and earned a PhD. Whilst seeing functional medicine patients, she also decided to seek a more hands-on role in medicine and decided to train further and joined the NHS Blood and Transplant. This gave her valuable experience in patient care and phlebotomy. She then went on to get further training in medical aesthetics procedures like microneedling and PRP.

Since joining the clinic, Saliha has been able to explore her passion fully and continues to learn and apply her vast knowledge in this area of medicine to her patients. She is active both as an IV drip practitioner and also as a health coach handling post-consultation care.

Other interests: Saliha has lived in five different countries and adores travelling. She loves exploring different cultures and mindsets which has given her an appreciation of each individual’s values and beliefs. She also used to be in performing arts doing acts like juggling and fire shows with poy, staff, balls and clubs!

Viola is our Senior Medical Aesthetician, bringing over 20 years of expertise in advanced skin rejuvenation and medical aesthetics. Known for her meticulous attention to detail and personalised approach, she works closely with our doctors, including Medical Director Dr. Harpal Bains, to deliver integrative care that supports both internal referrals and new patients.

Viola’s passion for aesthetics began early, training under expert mentors in traditional beauty techniques before moving into advanced medical aesthetics. She has continued to deepen her knowledge, combining innovative technologies with a profound understanding of skin health and science.

Specialising in treatments such as polynucleotides, Plexr, radiofrequency (RF) microneedling, skin tag and milia removal, Profhilo, and Sunekos, Viola treats each case as unique, tailoring every plan carefully to the individual’s skin needs and long-term goals. Her clients value her precision, expertise, and commitment to natural and lasting results that not only enhance appearance but also support overall skin health.

With her blend of innovation, experience, and patient-centred care, Viola remains a trusted and integral part of the clinic’s integrative approach to aesthetics and wellbeing.

Other interests: Viola has a strong interest in aesthetic medicine, personal development, psychology, enjoying time in the garden, cooking nourishing meals, as well as exploring antiques and handcrafted art. She also has a passion for homemade preserves and living a healthy, balanced lifestyle.

Victoria has been with the clinic for several years, working very closely with our doctors as a nutritional therapy practitioner and manager.

She is a graduate from the renowned Institute for Optimum Nutrition (ION), an organisation whose principles are founded in functional medicine and health optimisation. Victoria is a firm believer in preventative medicine and healthy ageing. As the leader of our Longevity Nutrition For Preventative Healthcare service, she integrates nutrition research and longevity science into her clinical practice, providing a methodical and practical approach to patient health plans.

As an active participant in APPG (All-Party Parliamentary Group) meetings at the House of Commons and House of Lords, Victoria takes part in key discussions on preventative healthcare and nutrition in the UK. Working closely with our Medical Director, Dr. Harpal Bains, she also supports clinic development, and recently managed our in-house research looking at Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN) and Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

You may find yourself on a discovery call with Victoria. She uses her skills as a practitioner and extensive experience within the clinic to guide each individual person on what their potential journey with us could look like.

Victoria’s areas of special interest:

• Longevity nutrition for those looking to mitigate emerging or borderline health issues (e.g., elevated blood pressure or blood sugar), or for those interested in improving their healthspan by reducing the risk of chronic disease
• Family history and risk management (e.g., cardiovascular or metabolic disorders)
• Optimisation of gut health for healthy ageing
• DNA testing (e.g., metabolic pathways including longevity-associated genes, nutrients and detoxification pathways)
• Nutrient and mineral assessment for health optimisation
• Skin health – specifically the effects of ageing on the skin
• Weight and muscle balance

Other interests: Victoria enjoys weight and resistance training, practices that prioritise presence and simplicity, restful seaside havens, philosophy and has a keen interest in myco-medicine.

As our Clinical Services Manager, Aliyah brings a wealth of experience from leading fertility and ultrasound clinics, alongside a strong background in hormone health, functional medicine and integrative healthcare.

In her role, Aliyah acts as the key link between our practitioners and patients, ensuring seamless communication, support, and a consistently high standard of care. With over 8 years experience at the clinic, she is the leader and mentor of our Patient Care Team and practitioners, she works behind the scenes to build effective systems and processes that anticipate patient needs and enhance their experience.

Her strong interest in hormonal health led her to qualify as a certified Health and Wellness Coach through the Institute of Health Sciences, and she is a proud member of the UK Health Coach Association and the International Coaching Federation. Aliyah is passionate about making hormonal health accessible, helping patients understand their treatment plans and empowering them to make informed decisions about their wellbeing.

Known for her thoughtful, meticulous approach, Aliyah takes particular care in ensuring that patients feel supported when navigating their prescribed medications, treatment protocols, as well as their wider health goals.

Other interests: Aliyah is an avid reader and enthusiastic traveller, with a deep appreciation for diverse cultures and lifelong learning – experiences that continue to shape her compassionate and inclusive approach to healthcare.

Nirupa brings a unique and invaluable perspective to our clinic’s operations, drawing on her academic background as a former university lecturer and her PhD in Humanities. Her diverse expertise, combined with a meticulous eye for detail, plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth running of the clinic’s logistical and administrative systems.

Although much of her work takes place behind the scenes, Nirupa’s impact is felt throughout the patient’s journey. Her commitment to precision, organisation, and patient-centred service underpins the high standards we aim to deliver at every step.

Nirupa balances her methodical approach with a deep respect for the human element of healthcare, always ensuring that systems and processes are designed to support both patients and staff. Her dedication, professionalism, and quiet leadership help to create a seamless, supportive environment for all.

Other interests: Nirupa is a passionate traveller and devoted mother of two. Her sharp sense of humour and zest for life bring a vibrant energy to our team, reflecting her ability to combine responsibility with warmth and approachability.

Clarise is the clinic’s Senior Patient Care Coordinator and in-house Functional Medicine Nutritional Therapist (DLN Living Nutrition Practitioner, FNTP). Clarise ensures the smooth running of patient care support at the clinic, integrating nutritional therapy as a practical and essential component in helping patients restore their health, energy, and resilience.

Her journey into Functional Medicine began after a personal health scare and frustration with conventional care. She trained at the College of Living Nutrition, qualifying as a Functional Medicine Nutritional Therapist. Now, she works alongside doctors to deliver tailored nutrition and lifestyle plans that support and enhance patient treatment plans; helping patients to move past chronic symptoms and feel stronger, more resilient, and ready to embrace a better quality of life.

Known for her calm, supportive approach, she builds strong, trusting relationships with patients, helping them feel heard, empowered, and motivated in their health journeys.

Clarise’s areas of special interest:

• Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) – e.g., Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis (UC)
• Autoimmune gut disorders
• Gut dysbiosis
• SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth)
• Candida overgrowth

Other interests: A passionate home cook, Clarise was part of one of London’s pioneering supper clubs, The Loft Project. She enjoys experimenting in the kitchen, creating nourishing recipes inspired by her belief in the power of an anti-inflammatory diet for long-term health.

Cecile brings a distinctive combination of clinical and coaching experience to our team, blending her background as a nurse, and her expertise in Longevity and Functional Medicine Health Coaching. Her approach is holistic, compassionate and well grounded, underpinned by a strong understanding of how lifestyle strategies, nutrition, and prescriptive recommendations work together to help prevent chronic disease and promote long-term health.

With a special interest in brain health and long-term wellness, Cecile is committed to staying up to date with advances in many areas of medicine. Her growth mindset ensures patients benefit from the most current and effective strategies available. Her vast knowledge base reinforces her unwavering commitment to the preservation and enhancement of patient health, continuously striving for excellence.

Cecile’s strength lies not just in her clinical knowledge, but also in her empathy, active listening, and ability to create a space where patients feel heard, understood, and empowered. Her warmth, adaptability, and dedication to lifelong learning make Cecile a valued member of our team. Patients working with Cecile gain not only expert guidance but also a genuine partner in their journey toward sustainable, vibrant health.

Cecile’s areas of special interest:

• Nervous system regulation
• Emotional resilience
• Circadian rhythm optimisation
• Supporting patients with integrating longevity strategies advised by their practitioners

Other interests: You’ll find Cecile diving into mindfulness research, meditation, or getting lost in a good book. She also has a deep love for music, gigs, and art in all its forms – anything that sparks emotion, communication and curiosity.

Samantha is a key member of our Front of House team and often the first friendly face our patients meet. Her welcoming presence plays a crucial role in setting the tone for a positive and supportive patient experience from the very start.

Sam’s career began in the banking sector, where she developed a strong foundation in customer service and operational efficiency. She later spent seven years working within the NHS across multi-disciplinary teams, further honing her skills in patient care and healthcare operations.

Her move into the private healthcare sector was fuelled by a growing interest in functional medicine and nutrition. Sam is passionate about expanding her knowledge in these areas and contributing to a more holistic approach to health and wellbeing within the clinic.

Known for her calm professionalism, enthusiasm, and positive outlook, Sam ensures that every patient interaction is handled with care, competence, and attention to detail. Her ability to create a reassuring and organised environment makes her a valued part of our team.

Other interests: Sam is dedicated to her own health and personal growth. She enjoys cooking, travelling, spending time with friends and family, and staying active through activities like spinning, yoga, cycling, and skiing.