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Dr Ashifa Jiwa
Family Physician
About Dr Jiwa
Edit profileDr. Ashifa Jiwa is a Family Physician practicing at Gender Affirm Guelph, located at 110-77 Westmount Road, Guelph, ON, where she provides inclusive, trauma-informed care with a focus on gender-affirming services and holistic wellness; if you’ve received care from Dr. Jiwa, consider leaving a review to help others discover a physician who blends clinical expertise with deep community commitment.
Special interest
Dr. Jiwa’s medical interests include gender-affirming care such as hormone replacement therapy (HRT), surgical referrals for top and bottom procedures, transition-related assessments, and peer support integration; she also focuses on mental health, trauma-informed care, and shared decision-making, offering longer appointments to ensure patients feel heard and supported.
Education and training
Dr. Ashifa Jiwa earned her MD from the Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry at Western University in 2002 and holds certifications in Family Medicine and Emergency Medicine (CCFP-EM, FCFP); she is licensed by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO #81960) and has hospital privileges at Guelph General Hospital.
Practice in Guelph, ON
- 110-77 Westmount Rd, ARCH CLINIC, Guelph ON N1H 5J1
Practice in Guelph, ON
- 176 Wyndham St. N, Guelph ON N1H 8N9
Frequently Asked Questions
She offers hormone therapy initiation and management, surgical referrals, transition-related assessments, and connections to peer support networks.
No, patients can self-refer to Gender Affirm Guelph, though appointments must be booked in advance.
She integrates trauma-informed care and shared decision-making, allowing time for patients to discuss emotional needs and treatment goals during extended appointments.
Yes, she collaborates with ARCH and Guelph CHC to expand access to gender-affirming care and support underserved populations in the region.
Her practice centers on inclusivity, patient autonomy, and holistic care, creating a safe space for trans and non-binary individuals to access respectful and affirming medical services.
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