Hi there, I’m Dr. Zarya Rubin, MD
I’m a Harvard-educated functional medicine physician, a TEDx speaker, and a burnout expert.
Take a Deep Breath
Did that feel nearly impossible? Like you don’t even have time to slow down for a second?
Does the crush of anxiety and never-ending to-do lists running through your brain feel exhausting? Do you want to just crawl under a rock and disappear, while constantly repeating “Calgon, take me away…!
What I'm Passionate About
I’m passionate about helping high-achieving women in midlife struggling to manage stress, burnout and chronic health issues. I want to help you take a deep breath, regain calm, take back control of your health, and become energized and stress-proof! Why did I choose to do this work? Because I've been there.
When chronic stress, anxiety and burnout caused me to leave my conventional medical practice, I knew I needed to make some serious changes if I wanted to lead a fulfilling, authentic life. I wasn't satisfied that illness and the hamster wheel of stress was my "new normal" and that I would just have to accept it and live with it. I knew I wanted better. And I want that for you, too.
My whole life I had bounced from extremes, going from one high-stress job and pressure cooker to another - I finally realized I was using work as a means to escape from problems I didn't necessarily want to face; I was chasing success in order to avoid dealing with the much scarier pit of anxiety and trauma, and all of it was leading to burnout. But from the outside? I was living the dream, more successful than ever.
So What Changed?
After I had my daughter, I entered a new phase of exhaustion, one that was even worse than working nights at the hospital. I was irritable, couldn’t get out of bed, and constantly ill. I had heart palpitations, panic attacks, stomach pains, and tremors. I was eating a healthy diet (I am actually one of those crazy people who adores kale and quinoa), so why was I so sick?
None of it made sense to me until I finally realized that years of untreated stress, anxiety, and PTSD had taken a toll -- not just on my mental health, but my physical health as well: autoimmune disease, emergency surgery, adrenal fatigue. I learned about the stress response and the mind-body connection; how chronic stress, anxiety and burnout can lead not only to mental health problems, but can cause physical illness as well.
I finally got help from specialists, healers, and a coach of my own, who all helped put me back together. I went back to school, studying Integrative Nutrition and Functional Medicine to gain an even deeper understanding of the mind-body connection and how to help women heal. And now I'm here to share everything I've learned with you, to help you on your journey.
the TL:DR VERSION
My journey of self-discovery has led me to holistic approaches to health and wellness, healing from the inside out, balancing mind and body. I am so happy with where I am today and would love to share what I've learned with you.
What makes me different from other physicians and coaches?
I studied at Harvard and Columbia and come from the world of conventional medicine, which gives me an in-depth understanding of illness and disease. But I also truly believe in holistic health and wellness, and am well-versed in the practices of yoga and meditation. I trained at the world-renowned Institute For Integrative Nutrition, where we studied over 100 dietary theories and worked with mentors like Dr. Andrew Weil, Dr. Deepak Chopra, and more. I have also experienced coaching myself and seen the transformative effects it can have, even in a short period of time.
I went back to school, studying Integrative Nutrition to gain an even deeper understanding of the mind-body connection and how to help women heal. I then completed all three levels of advanced functional medicine training at The School of Applied Functional Medicine, to bring you cutting-edge approaches to get to the root cause of illness and chart a path towards healing. And now I'm here to share everything I've learned with you, to help you on your journey.
I then completed all three levels of advanced functional medicine training at The School of Applied Functional Medicine, to bring you cutting-edge approaches to get to the root cause of illness and chart a path towards healing.
Dr. Zarya
I'm so excited that you are here and that you are taking this next step toward reclaiming your health, recharging your batteries, redefining your "new normal" and getting you from burnout to BALANCE.
I can't wait for us to work together and embark on this journey to live a balanced, empowered, healthy, fearless life...
I take all of my badass Ivy League education, combine it with my intuition, passion, and sense of humor to bring you the best possible clinical experience with guaranteed results
SUPER FUN
FACTS
NOW FOR THE IMPORTANT STUFF
I’m an ENFJ with a lot of P, Enneagram 7
I’m a trained opera singer and still sing with the Portland Symphonic Choir
I stopped drinking alcohol - because it doesn’t mix well with perimenopause!
My husband is pretty great, too - he’s an endometriosis surgeon, helping diagnose and treat women from all over the world with complex endometriosis.
I speak 4 languages reasonably well, and about 7 more not-so-well!!
I used to diagnose all of my younger sister’s dolls’ with various ailments and perform surgery on them!
We have a tiny Bichon Miniature Poodle who is one of the loves of my life
I’m originally from Montreal,. Canada
Your at-a-glance guide to where I stand on all the truly important things.
THE QUIZ
Favorite accessory
Big, funky earrings are my jam
Favorite Bridgerton Character
Daphne Bridgerton
Movie I can quote perfectly
Love Actually
alternate universe job:
Lawyer! I love standing up for what's right
favorite place i've been:
Venice. I love all things Italian.
Loves of my life
a tiny Bichon Miniature Poodle, my daughter, and husband
Daily Obsession
the New York Times Spelling Bee and Worldle!
usually craving
Salty-sweet foods or maple syrup
beach vs mountains
Beach, beach, baby
Guilty Pleasure
Reality TV
Dr. Zarya's Credentials
Epilepsy Fellowship, Columbia University, New York, NY
Health Coaching Certification, Institute for Integrative Nutrition, New York, NY
Functional Medicine - School of Applied Functional Medicine, Level 1, Level 2, Level 3 Certification
BA Biology, Harvard College, Cambridge, MA
MD Dalhousie, Medical School, Halifax, NS
Neurology Residency, McGill University, Montreal, QC
Watch My TEDX Talk
The one step to alleviating burnout
Burnout has reached epidemic proportions, along with our cultural obsession with productivity. In this humorous, highly personal, data-driven talk, Dr. Zarya Rubin teaches us how to outsmart burnout with four simple words: Do One Thing Less.
Have stress and overwhelm sapped your joy, energy and motivation? Are you struggling to do all the things all the time? Do you want to feel calm, in control and BALANCED?
Come find me on Instagram and say hello! I can't wait to meet you and help you on your journey to wellness
