Providing cutting-edge information to help you achieve optimal OBGYN health
Dr Marina has over 30 years of experience practicing as an OBGYN doctor
About Dr Marina OBGYN
My Mission
I have been an OBGYN and an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Ottawa for over 30 years, providing care to women during all stages of life. My passion is patient education, and I take a holistic functional approach to patient care. With this aim, I have written a book entitled "Optimize Your Fertility Naturally: A Holistic Guide to Achieving a Healthy Pregnancy," where men and women can learn proven lifestyle strategies to help them increase their chance of having a healthy pregnancy. I also provide nutrigenomic testing and counseling to both women and men to improve their overall health and increase their chances of natural conception.
Coming Soon . . . a new book to help both men and women improve their overall health and fertility!
Are you worried that you won’t be able to get pregnant when you’re ready to?
You’re not alone—and there is something you can do about it.
Fertility isn’t just about reproduction—it’s a reflection of your overall health, resilience, and hormonal balance.
In Optimize Your Fertility Naturally, Dr. Marina Straszak-Suri — a
seasoned OBGYN with over 30 years of experience — guides you through the science and complexity of fertility, offering evidence-based strategies to support your body, mind, and future family.
Whether you're planning for pregnancy now or simply want to preserve your options, this empowering book will help you:
- Decode your cycle and understand your body’s signals
- Improve egg and sperm quality through proven lifestyle shifts
- Navigate stress, sleep, nutrition, and environmental toxins
- Explore natural supplements that actually make a difference
- Restore your sense of agency and hope, no matter your age or diagnosis
Optimize Your Fertility Naturally is not just about boosting your chances of conception—it’s about becoming your healthiest, most vibrant self now, while preparing for the future you envision.
Dr. Marina is available to speak at medical conferences and women’s conferences.
Dr. Marina is an OBGYN with over 30 years of practice dedicated
to women’s health, fertility, and reproductive education.
With a unique blend of clinical expertise and a deep commitment to
evidence-based, holistic care, she empowers individuals and
couples to take charge of their reproductive journey.
Dr. Marina is also a passionate educator and mentor, with years of
experience teaching medical students, residents, and healthcare
professionals through her work as an Assistant Professor at the
Faculty of Medicine, University of Ottawa.
She is known for her warm, accessible teaching style and ability to translate complex medical science into practical, actionable guidance.
Signature Speaking Topics:
Holistic Approaches to Increase Fertility Naturally
Increasing the Fertility Span: New Approaches to Extending Female Fertility Timelines.
How Does Lifestyle Affect Fertility? Evidence based Changes to Improve Conception Rates.
Restorative Reproductive Medicine: What is it and why does President Trump want to fund it instead of IVF?
Trends in OBGYN: How the Field Has Changed in 35 Years.
How Medicine is Advancing And Yet, We Are Getting Sicker. Why?
“Dr. Marina’s talks offer not just knowledge, but a clear
and inspiring path to better health and fertility.”
~ Raadha Singh, Founder of The Radiance Chapter & Event Organizer for “The Female Effect”
"Optimize Your Fertility Naturally" is a rare and powerful guide that every hopeful parent needs on their bookshelf. Dr. Marina masterfully blends the best of integrative medicine, cutting-edge science, and compassionate care to help couples reclaim their fertility journey with confidence, clarity, and heart.
As someone who has spent decades helping people unlock their potential, I sincerely appreciate how this book empowers readers to take charge of their reproductive health from the inside out. Dr. Marina’s holistic wisdom and her evidence-based strategies make this an essential read for anyone seeking pregnancy and a healthy beginning for their future family. I wholeheartedly recommend it.
~ Jack Canfield author of "Chicken Soup for the Soul" series and "The Success Principles".