Seyed Mehrbod Atshani

New Westminster Massage Therapy Clinic

661 Columbia St, New Westminster, BC, V3M1A8

My passion for helping others began nearly **20 years** ago when I embarked on my journey into medicine. After graduating from medical school, I dedicated myself to serving rural communities in my country, providing care to those in need. As an **ER doctor**, I treated patients with a wide variety of conditions and pain. However, my time in both general practice and emergency care revealed a critical gap in conventional medicine—I realized that simply prescribing medication was not always enough. After immigrating to Canada, I was introduced to manual osteopathy, a **holistic** approach to treating many of the same conditions I had previously managed with prescription drugs. I recognized this as the **missing link** I had long been searching for. >Osteopathy emphasizes the body’s **innate ability** to **heal** itself, with a deep connection between **structure** and **function**. To restore proper function, structural issues must be addressed. The techniques used in osteopathy facilitate natural healing by enabling the body to **realign** and **recover**. In my practice, I utilize a combination of osteopathic techniques to help the body regain its natural alignment and initiate the healing process. My services range from **chronic pain relief** to **craniosacral therapy**, and are also offered as **preventive care** to maintain overall wellness and a pain-free life. In addition to my clinical practice, I serve as an **educator** and **supervisor** for National Academy of Osteopathy **Bridge Program** where I **mentor new graduates** as they transition into professional practice. While I am not working, I enjoy outdoor meditation. As a night-owl, I love to read a book and sometimes write a poem. I never stopped being a night-thinker. I have been to 22 countries in 3 continents and 175 to go and my most precious collection is my travel pictures. [Click for more information](https://bestosteopathy.ca/)