Naturopathic Doctor • Pharmacist
Whole-person care,grounded in scienceand lived experience.
Naturopathic care informed by pharmacy training, careful medication review and a patient-first approach, with a particular interest in digestive health.
- 01PharmacistBritish Columbia
- 02Naturopathic DoctorDoctor of Naturopathic Medicine
- 03Pharmacy, UBCB.Sc. Pharmaceutical Sciences
- 04United Ostomy CanadaBoard of Directors
Dual training
Two professions. One perspective.
Dr. Teja trained as a pharmacist before becoming a naturopathic doctor. That background shapes how she reviews medications and supplements together, and how she works alongside your other healthcare providers.
Pharmacy
Medication and supplement review, including possible interactions.
Naturopathic medicine
Nutrition, lifestyle and botanical guidance, alongside your care team.
Clinical focus
Digestive health, approached thoughtfully
Digestive health is a significant area of Dr. Teja's practice. Support is offered alongside, and never in place of, your medical care.
Explore digestive health01 · Inflammatory bowel disease
IBD
Support for people living with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis, offered alongside their gastroenterology and medical care.
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IBS
Bloating, abdominal discomfort and changes in bowel habits.
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SIBO
Concerns related to small intestinal bacterial overgrowth.
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Gut–brain connection
How stress, sleep and digestive symptoms relate to one another.
Speaking & Media
As seen on Global News
Practical, evidence-informed health education for a broad television audience, on topics from hydration to probiotics.
Health education for real life.
Follow along on Instagram for practical conversations about digestive health, IBD, medications and supplements.
Follow @dr.shabitateja.nd
“My goal is to help you understand your health, explore your options, and feel supported in your care.”