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I'm Dr. Nadia Mawji, ND
My educational quest was initially sparked by my interest to learn more about chronic disease. That path led me to naturopathic medical school (CCNM) followed by a fellowship in integrative cancer therapies (A4M). I was inspired to understand chronic disease on a cellular level from signalling pathways all the way to symptomatic manifestation of disease. That passion still runs strong today - there is so much to learn in this beautiful world!
My practice interests include: hormone & metabolic health support, autoimmune support & naturopathic adjunctive cancer care.
With 10 years practicing as a naturopathic doctor, I am still as motivated to learn and study the most current research with each patient case. I strive to deliver compassionate, research-informed care for each one of my patients. As we work together, you can expect honesty and transparency. I am grateful for patients that put their trust in me to be a part of their health journey. I understand that life has its unexpected twists & turns and as human beings, we are not perfect; nor should we be.
Naturopathic medicine may provide insight into identifying & addressing the root cause of disease.
I look forward to working with you towards your health goals!
"Naturopathic medicine is a distinct primary health care system that blends modern scientific knowledge with traditional and natural forms of medicine."
- Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors
Naturopathic doctors conduct a thorough health history & assessment with the intention to address the whole patient, not just the symptom. Naturopathic support may help you further your knowledge around how to optimize your health.
Principles of Naturopathic Medicine:
1. First, do no harm
2. Utilize the body's inherent ability to heal
3. Identify & treat the cause
4. Doctor as teacher
5. Treat the whole person
6. Prevention
Dr. Nadia Mawji, ND offers complimentary Meet & Greet Visits for you find out how Naturopathic Medicine may be able to support you.
*Please note that Naturopathic Medicine cannot definitively cure, treat or prevent any medical condition. Naturopathic medicine is not urgent or emergent medicine.
practice interests
Hormones play a significant role in health & wellbeing.
Whether it is fatigue, difficulties losing weight, hair thinning, skin tags, not waking up rested in the morning, acne, non-optimal sleep, PCOS, PMS, uterine fibroids, chronic stress, perimenopause, menopause (...the list can go on...) - many of these symptoms are common, but not necessarily normal. Depending on the circumstances, assessments/tests may be helpful. Many hormone-related conditions & symptoms are a result of more than just the endocrine (hormone) system alone. There may be more than one system involved in causing symptoms and perhaps what seems to be a hormone-related issue may not be! Naturopathic Medicine approaches may help to address the root cause of your symptoms and help you gain insight into your health.
Autoimmune conditions are becoming increasingly common.
Autoimmune conditions can present with a myriad of symptoms. At times, it can take a while to receive an appropriate diagnosis due to the nature and combination of symptoms. Naturopathic Medicine may support patients through diagnosis & medical treatments. Naturopathic doctors are able to identify which natural health supplements are safe to take alongside medications. Nutrition & lifestyle changes may make a positive difference in chronic immune disease outcomes.
When the body is in "dis-ease", it gives us signs in the form of symptoms.
Addressing health by identifying signs & symptoms may help to prioritize proactive health measures. Although prevention of any condition cannot be guaranteed, routine screening (if indicated), blood work & assessment may help to address issues sooner rather than later. If you have received a diagnosis for a chronic disease, Naturopathic Medicine modalities may be beneficial in helping to optimize health and support your treatment plan. The foundations of health - adequate nutrition, exercise & sleep - are being researched widely in chronic disease. Naturopathic medicine promotes an individualized approach to health by providing accountability support & strategies to improve overall health.
Metabolism is the breakdown of molecules in the body.
Cardiovascular, hormone, nutrient & neurotransmitter markers - all of these may provide us with incredible amounts of information regarding metabolization. The liver also plays a significant role in all bodily processes by facilitating the breakdown and excretion of byproducts, hormones and more in the body. Our metabolic health provides insight into how our bodies operate. Naturopathic Medicine aims to look at all body systems as a unit.
Examples of metabolic health disease and diseases that these can progress to include: cardiovascular disease (high blood cholesterol, high blood sugar, high blood pressure - Type 2 Diabetes), polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), cancer, thyroid and other hormone-related conditions, and more. Some forms of metabolic health disease can be acquired and some can be hereditary. Naturopathic medicine may help support these conditions.
There is no cure for cancer. Naturopathic medicine does not treat cancer. Naturopathic Medicine may help support patients during the completion of conventional medical treatments and the nature of this support can vary from patient to patient. This is referred to as Naturopathic Adjunctive Cancer Care.
There are evidence-informed naturopathic modalities that may support cancer related fatigue and chemotherapy induced symptoms (e.g. nausea, peripheral neuropathy, etc.).
naturopathic adjunctive
cancer care
Naturopathic Adjunctive Cancer Care uses naturopathic principles to complement & support conventional medical cancer treatments including but not limited to surgery, chemotherapy, radiation; with the goal of addressing the whole person.
Conventional medical treatments are incredibly important! The main goal for naturopathic care is to support the patient's well-being and that naturopathic modalities do not interact with conventional medical treatments. Dr. Mawji ND's primary objective is to support patients through conventional medical treatments, so that patients may be able to complete necessary treatment cycles with minimal side effects and without compromising the intended purpose of conventional medical treatments.
Patient education is integral. Contrary to popular belief, not all supplements are safe to take with various types of cancers. Please note that for safety reasons, Dr. Mawji ND may make recommendations to stop certain self-recommended supplements if they negatively interact with conventional medical therapies.
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improvement in quality of life
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aid in completion of conventional medical treatments by aiming to reduce side effects that may hinder some patients from continuing treatments
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optimizing health through clinical nutrition
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side effect support when possible
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weight management & maintenance
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recommendations to health professionals when needed
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whole-person approach
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information for those who have a family history of cancer
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questions to ask your health providers to support you in making informed decisions
*Please note that Naturopathic Medicine cannot cure, treat or prevent any medical condition, including cancer. Naturopathic medicine is not urgent or emergent medicine.
potential benefits of naturopathic adjunctive cancer care may include:
what to expect . . .
initial consultation
A thorough review of your health history. Time permitting, a physical exam, discussion of private testing/assessment options and the initiation of naturopathic recommendations may be discussed as well.
in-person only
1st follow up visit
Discussion of your individualized naturopathic recommendations based on the review of assessments including pertinent physical exam, lab work, imaging reports and any other test results.
in-person & virtual available
2nd follow up visit
Follow up on previously discussed and implemented naturopathic
recommendations. Amendments will be recommended as needed.
in-person & virtual available
subsequent follow up visits
Future follow up visits may vary in duration & frequency depending on health updates, progression and new findings or symptoms.
in-person & virtual available
*IN-PERSON VISITS MAY BE REQUIRED AT DR. MAWJI'S DISCRETION
