Zarna Patel, NP – Clinical Director/Lead NP
Zarna joined EKNPLC in 2019 after graduating from Athabasca University with a Master of Nursing – Nurse Practitioner degree. Prior to becoming an NP, Zarna worked at the University Health Network for 11 years as a registered nurse in the blood and marrow transplant program. She is passionate about working in primary care, providing care to individuals of all ages across their lifespan with a special interest in health promotion and women’s health. She describes her journey as an NP so far as a rewarding experience. In her down time, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, trying different cuisines, and traveling.
Mahrokh Fazl, NP-PHC
Mahrokh holds a BScN and MN from the University of Toronto. After almost seven years as a RN with Mt. Sinai, Mahrokh made the decision to pursue a career in primary health care as a nurse practitioner. Her career interests are pre-natal and post-natal care and she possesses a passion for preventative care. She also speaks Farsi. Mahrokh continues to bring her wealth of career experience to the NP-led model serving the communities of North York.
Lauren Gunning, NP-PHC
Lauren joined EKNPLC in March of 2025. Lauren obtained her Masters in Nursing, and Primary Healthcare Nurse Practitioner from Queen’s University. She also holds a certificate in critical care nursing. Her education is backed by years of nursing experience in the Intensive Care, and with the Trillium Gift of Life organ and tissue donation team. Lauren transitioned to primary care in 2021 when she moved to Toronto. She enjoys eating food, hiking, and spending time with her family.
