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MeettheMedicalTeamatThrive!MedAesthetics+Wellness

Meet the dedicated professionals who combine decades of experience with genuine care to help you look and feel your best.

Our Philosophy

One Practice. Two Directions. Completely You.

Thrive Within™ - for the health you feel. Thrive Image Alignment™ - for the vitality you see. One physician-led philosophy connecting both - because at Thrive!, how you feel and how you look have always been the same conversation.

Thrive Within™

Your internal architecture - hormones, metabolism, sleep, cardiovascular health, and longevity - optimized with precision, managed by a physician, and tailored entirely to you.

Thrive Image Alignment™

Expert cosmetic and skin care treatments that enhance, restore, and reveal the most natural, confident version of you.

Expertise You Can Trust

With over 25 years of experience and ongoing training in the latest techniques, you're in the hands of some of the most qualified professionals in the field.

Dr. Amber Bocknek

Dr. Amber Bocknek

MD CCFP, Clinic Director
University of Ottawa – MD (Honours, Top 10%)McMaster University – Medical ResidencyCCFP CertificationABAARM – Board CertifiedFAAMM – FellowCBAM – Board Certification in Aesthetic MedicineCBAM – Certificate in Cosmetic GynecologyMSCP – Menopause Society Certified PractitionerA4M MemberCPSO RegisteredOMA MemberThe Menopause SocietyBBB A+ Rated25+ Years ExperienceInternational Lecturer

Dr. Amber Bocknek is a physician with over 25 years of experience in clinical medicine. She is the Medical Director of Thrive! MedAesthetics + Wellness in Aurora, Ontario - known for her warmth, gentle touch, and exceptionally natural-looking results. Amber graduated from the University of Ottawa in 1996 with a degree in Medicine in the top 10% of her class.

Her love for procedural work in emergency medicine and background in biophysics gave rise to her interest in cosmetic and laser procedures. She started her laser and cosmetic practice in 1999, quickly becoming known for her work, lecturing and teaching locally and internationally.

Years of emergency medicine, inpatient care, and complex chronic illness gave Dr. Bocknek a clinical foundation that most longevity physicians simply do not have — an intimate understanding of what happens when the body’s systems go unaddressed across a lifetime of life stages. It is that experience, more than any certification, that drives her commitment to healthspan medicine: she has seen where the road leads when we wait, and she has spent the last 25 years helping her patients take control and change their trajectory.

Amber has a way of helping her patients feel at ease. She explains everything in a practical, patient-focused way, making people feel their concerns are heard and supported.

She is a proud member of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M), a Fellow of Anti-Aging and Metabolic Medicine (FAAMM), holds board certification from ABAARM, is a Certified College of Family Physicians (CCFP) member, a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP), registered with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO), and a member of the Ontario Medical Association (OMA). Her clinic holds an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau.

Education & Certifications

Barrie Central Collegiate Institute

Secondary Education

University of Guelph

Biophysics, 1990–1992

University of Ottawa

Doctor of Medicine (MD), Graduated with Honours – Top 10%, 1992–1996

McMaster University

Family Medicine Residency, 1996–1998

CBAM

Board Certification in Aesthetic Medicine

CBAM

Certificate in Cosmetic Gynecology

A4M - ABAARM

American Board of Anti-Aging / Regenerative Medicine

A4M - FAAMM

Fellowship in Anti-Aging and Metabolic Medicine

The Menopause Society - MSCP

Menopause Society Certified Practitioner

Professional Affiliations

Trusted Credentials & Associations

A4M – American Academy of Anti-Aging MedicineCCFP – College of Family Physicians of CanadaCPSO – College of Physicians and Surgeons of OntarioOMA – Ontario Medical AssociationThe Menopause SocietyBBB Accredited Business – A+ Rating
Our Experts

World-ClassTeam

Each member of our team brings specialized expertise and a shared commitment to exceptional patient care.

Nestor Torres
El Bosque University – MD (Colombia)
Cosmetic & Anti-Aging Medicine Specialist

Nestor Torres

Nestor Torres brings over 28 years of dedicated experience in Cosmetic and Anti-Aging Medicine to the Thrive! team. An International Medical Graduate from the prestigious El Bosque University in Bogotá, Colombia (Class of 1993), Nestor combines deep clinical knowledge with an artistic eye for facial harmony.

His extensive expertise spans advanced botulinum toxin techniques, dermal filler artistry, laser therapies, and facial and body rejuvenation protocols. Nestor's approach is rooted in understanding each patient's unique anatomy and aesthetic vision.

Nestor's passion for longevity and anti-aging medicine runs deep - and reaches far. An internationally recognized educator and lecturer, he has shared his expertise with medical professionals across the globe, building a depth of knowledge in healthspan, hormonal optimization and regenerative medicine that directly shapes the precision strategy every Thrive patient receives. For Nestor, staying at the leading edge of longevity science is not optional. It is the standard.

Known for his calm demeanour and meticulous technique, Nestor is passionate about delivering results that look natural and feel authentic. Patients consistently praise his ability to enhance their features while preserving the subtle characteristics that make them uniquely beautiful.

El Bosque University – MD (Colombia)28+ Years Clinical ExperienceAdvanced Botulinum Toxin CertificationDermal Filler ArtistryLaser Therapy SpecialistFacial & Body Rejuvenation ExpertAnti-Aging Medicine SpecialistInternational Educator & LecturerLongevity & Regenerative Medicine
Tina Bourgeois
19+ Years Laser Experience
Senior Laser Technician

Tina Bourgeois

With over 19 years as a dedicated laser technician, Tina Bourgeois is one of the most experienced laser specialists in the Aurora region. Her deep understanding of laser physics, skin biology, and treatment protocols ensures every session is performed with precision and safety.

Tina has mastered a comprehensive range of laser technologies - from hair removal and skin resurfacing to vascular treatments and pigmentation correction. She stays at the forefront of the industry through continuous education and hands-on training with the latest devices.

What truly sets Tina apart is her genuine passion for transformation. She finds deep fulfilment in witnessing the confidence boost her patients experience, and takes pride in building long-term relationships with those she treats. Her warm, reassuring presence makes even first-time patients feel at ease.

19+ Years Laser ExperienceAdvanced Laser Safety CertifiedLaser Hair Removal SpecialistSkin Resurfacing ExpertVascular Laser TrainedPigmentation CorrectionContinuous Education – Latest TechnologiesPatient Safety First
Yar Parra
27+ Years Customer Service Excellence
Client Experience Manager

Yar Parra

Yar Parra is the warm, welcoming presence that greets every client who walks through the doors of Thrive!. Originally from Mexico City, she brings 27 years of world-class customer service experience and a natural gift for making people feel valued and cared for.

As Client Experience Manager, Yar orchestrates every touchpoint of the patient journey - from the first phone call to post-treatment follow-ups. She ensures scheduling runs seamlessly, coordinates treatment plans with the clinical team, and anticipates patient needs before they arise.

Yar's bilingual fluency in English and Spanish, combined with her empathetic communication style, makes her an invaluable bridge between patients and practitioners. Her dedication to creating an exceptional, stress-free experience is a cornerstone of what makes Thrive! feel like more than a clinic - it feels like home.

27+ Years Customer Service ExcellenceBilingual – English & SpanishPatient Journey CoordinatorTreatment Plan SchedulingClient Relations ExpertPost-Treatment Follow-Up SpecialistMedical Office AdministrationHospitality Management
Dr. Liesbet Jansen
McMaster University – MD
MD CCFP

Dr. Liesbet Jansen

Liesbet Jansen, MD, CCFP is a highly experienced family physician with over 25 years in clinical practice, but more importantly, she understands what it means to care for women in a real, human way.

She completed her medical training at McMaster University and residency at University of Toronto, going on to practice in diverse settings — from New Zealand to northern Canada — before building a full family practice and hospitalist career in Toronto. Over time, like many of the women she now cares for, she made a conscious shift toward a slower, more meaningful life, relocating with her family and continuing her work in both hospital and community care. She has served as Chief of the inpatient unit at Stevenson Memorial Hospital and now focuses on home-based and palliative care.

In recent years, Liesbet has developed a deep passion for helping women navigate the often confusing and frustrating transition through menopause. She recognizes how many women feel dismissed, unheard, or left to "figure it out" on their own.

With advanced training in bioidentical hormone therapy — combined with her decades of clinical experience and personal insight — Liesbet brings a calm, thoughtful, and deeply supportive approach. Her focus is simple: helping women feel like themselves again — clear, steady, and in control of their health.

McMaster University – MDUniversity of Toronto – ResidencyCCFP Certified25+ Years Clinical ExperienceBioidentical Hormone TherapyMenopause Care SpecialistPalliative CareFormer Chief of Inpatient Unit – Stevenson Memorial Hospital
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Patient Reviews

Trusted by Our Patients

4.9
(91)

"Their professionalism, kindness, and genuine care make every visit such a positive experience. Nothing short of amazing."

HS

Helen S.

4 months ago

"Incredibly knowledgeable and kind. Zero pressure and I felt so comfortable. Results are just what I hoped for."

MB

Megan B.

1 year ago

"By far the BEST. They educate their patients and are very skilled at what they do."

DS

Dayna S.

1 year ago

"Incredibly knowledgeable and skilled. Warm and funny and make you feel so comfortable and important."

DS

Denise S.

2 years ago

"It is refreshing when priority is the patient not the profit. Thank you for your honesty."

JB

Jackie B.

1 year ago

"They give honest opinions and don't push any treatments. Expert knowledge based on your skin concerns."

BC

Beth C.

October 2020

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