Dr. Mashael Mawji

Polo Health + Longevity Centre

711 Columbia Street, New Westminster, BC, V3M 1B1

Dr. Mawji is a licensed Naturopathic Physician and takes an innovative approach to patient centred care. She uses a range of diagnostics including laboratory testing, physical exams and a thorough history because each persons needs and presentation are unique. Dr. Mawji believes in the art of medicine and tailors treatments specifically to her patients. She is passionate about patient empowerment, education and partnership and feels these are pertinent to positive outcomes so that her patients can lead long and happy lives. Biography Dr. Mawji is a sought after speaker around the lower mainland (Vancouver, BC) on conditions including: hormonal dysfunction, immune support, stress management, and healthy lifestyle habits. She takes part in a number of corporate wellness initiatives for some of Canada’s leading banks and has contributed to a range of public health initiatives over the last 10 years both in Canada and Internationally. She was the nutrition lead for a two year Health Canada study investigating dietary and lifestyle interventions on cardiovascular markers in the South Asian population and continues to stay active in public health initiatives. This has given her the opportunity to work with many health care providers, in different areas of health focusing on hormones, anti-aging medicine, metabolic dysfunction including diabetes, cardiovascular improvement and mental health. During her undergraduate degree at the University of British Columbia, Dr. Mawji worked alongside a Functional Medical Doctor, in a private health setting, to optimize patient care. This is where her exposure to Functional Medicine began. She worked with this Physician for two years, and was exposed to a side of health care that merged western and eastern philosophy. This is where her enthusiasm for lifestyle medicine, innovative testing, and evaluating symptoms further, sparked her desire to learn more. She observed improvements in patient care, the power of a positive physician-patient relationship and became exposed to the world of hormones, heavy metal testing and anti-aging medicine. This motivated her to become a Naturopathic Doctor; individualized medicine, patient centred care, and looking beyond a diagnoses. Dr. Mawji is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor who graduated from the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine. She has additional training and is certified in IV therapy, Cosmetic Acupuncture, Prescription authority and Visual Homeopathy. Dr. Mawji graduated from the University of British Columbia with an Honours degree in Bachelors of Science in Food, Nutrition and Health. During her time at Boucher, she was a teaching assistant for Physical Medicine and Clinical Diagnoses, supporting the learning of other students. Currently, she is a Professional Educator for Natures Way of Canada, and has been involved with a number of supplement companies, educating health care professionals, students and the public on nutrients. Primary Focuses: Dr. Mawji has a passion for helping people with hormonal imbalance, mitochondrial dysfunction, digestive complaints, skin improvement, auto-immune diseases and mental health concerns. She especially enjoys working with women who face challenges around self-esteem, have menstrual complaints, or have concerns around diet and nutrition. Metabolic Disorders Diabetes Thyroid Weight loss/gain Endocrinology PCOS Menstrual irregularities Menopausal symptoms Adrenal dysfunction/Stress response Mental Health Eating Disorders Mental fatigue Anxiety Depression Skin Hyperpigmentation Acne Eczema Psoriasis Texture - Dry, Oily Premature aging Cardiovascular Disorders Fatty Liver Cardiovascular disease Atherosclerosis Hypercholesterolemia Gastrointestinal Acid-Reflux/GERD Bloating Constipation/Diarrhea IBS Food sensitivities Nutrient optimization Parasites Auto-immune Disorders Hashimotos Thyroiditis Graves Disease Psoriasis Allergies