The Team

Zaakir Jiwa
BSc, MD, CCFP

Dr. Zaakir Jiwa (BScKin, MD, CCFP) like his brother, also attended St. George’s School before moving to Montreal to complete his Bachelor’s of Kinesiology at McGill University. He is a graduate of The University of British Columbia’s Medical School and University of Toronto’s Family Medicine Residency Program at St. Michael’s Hospital.

Over the course of his training, he has cared for a variety of patients, specifically those in underserviced areas. He pursued many clinical electives in Physiatry and Chronic Pain at the Toronto Rehab Institute and Bridgepoint Hospital. From his time at various Sports Medicine Clinics, Dr. Jiwa also has a wide range of experience in preventative health, motivational interviewing, and injectable injury related treatments.

Dr. Jiwa is a sports fanatic and enjoys playing and watching all sports but especially soccer (make sure not to bother him during a Manchester United game). Beyond the clinic, he is passionate about helping young students succeed and is the founder of two education consulting initiatives, MD Exam Prep and The Transition.

Dr. Jiwa has a passion for anti-aging medicine and is a huge advocate for collaborative care. As such, he was an integral part of bringing COAST to our space, allowing physiotherapists to work alongside physicians, pharmacists, and rehabilitation specialists.

Zaakir Jiwa
Aalim Jiwa
BHSc, MD, CCFP

Dr. Aalim Jiwa (BHSc, MD, CCFP) was born and raised in Vancouver British Columbia, attending St. George’s School before moving to Ontario to complete his Undergraduate and Medical Training. Dr. Jiwa was awarded his Bachelor of Health Sciences Degree as well as his Doctor of Medicine at McMaster University by the age of 23. Thereafter, he completed his Residency Training in Family and Community Medicine at the University of Toronto and Women’s College Hospital.

Dr. Jiwa’s clinical experience has expanded over his working years with special interests in Sport and Exercise Medicine, Post-Concussion Care, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Preventative Health. He plans to use his extensive clinical knowledge and expertise to create an innovative health program at Revive Medical.

When he’s not working, Dr. Jiwa loves spending time with his family & friends and staying physically active playing soccer, hiking trails & strength training. He also enjoys abstract painting, sketching & architectural design and has had a strong influence on the creation of our unique clinical space!

Aalim Jiwa
Shaista Bhatia
MPharm, RpH

Shaista Bhatia (MPharm, RpH) was born in Vancouver, BC and shortly after moved to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. At the young age of 18, Shaista took the opportunity to move to Norwich, England where she first discovered her passion for pharmacy, receiving her master’s degree from the University of East Anglia. Eager to jumpstart her a career, Shaista continued her education at UBC, joining their Pharmacy Professional Development Program. Here Shaista became a registered Pharmacist in BC and learnt how much she loves playing a key role in helping patients feel better. In addition to all this, she also completed a Compounding Course where she learnt how to create personalized medications that can be tailored to your individual health needs!

Shaista possesses extensive experience working in a variety of corporate and private pharmacies in managerial capacities. What sets Shaista apart is her passion for fostering personal and trustworthy relationships with her patients. She always strives to make everyone feel comfortable in her care.

At Revive Medical Shaista plays a crucial part in addressing all your medication, vitamins and supplement related needs. She will be able to go over interactions, side effects, and any doses of medications that need adjusting to optimize health. She will also be offering personalized nutrition testing to analyze individual vitamin needs based on genetic profiles. Shaista is passionate about wellness supplements, anti-aging medicine and mental health.

In her free time, you might find Shaista soaking up the sun at one of Vancouver’s beautiful beaches, enjoying brunch at one of the most sought-after eateries, or spending time with family and friends.

Shaista Bhatia
Archie King
BHES, PNOE

Archie King (BHES) is a dedicated Kinesiologist, bringing a wealth of expertise and a genuine passion for helping patients achieve their wellness goals. Graduating with a Bachelor of Health and Exercise Science from the University of British Columbia at the age of 22, Archie embarked on his journey to empower individuals toward healthier lifestyles.

Certified through the PNOE Metabolic Analysis Foundations course, Archie conducts comprehensive assessments in metabolic, cardiovascular, and respiratory health to provide optimized care for his patients.

With a keen interest in holistic wellbeing, Archie approaches each client interaction with empathy and personalized care. Proficient in Movement Assessment & Prescription, Exercise Physiology, and Motivational Interviewing, he tailors interventions that optimize all forms of health and well-being.

Outside of his professional endeavors, Archie is an avid football (soccer) enthusiast, particularly of Chelsea FC, and dedicates his free time to hosting his podcast, The Football Spectacle. Additionally, he finds joy in exploring the culinary world and indulging his passion for music.

Archie King
Sara Garcia

Sara was very lucky to be born and raised in the beautiful city of North Vancouver, BC.

Sara has over 5 years of experience working in the hospitality industry along with a strong background in client and patient care.

Sara strives to offer a personalized experience to every person that walks through the doors at Revive Medical while supporting a safe and comfortable environment for each patient. Sara truly enjoys working closely with people which is what brought her to join the Revive Medical team. Sara understands the importance of advocating for each patient and their unique needs while ensuring patient care comes first before anything else.

When Sara isn’t working at the clinic, she can be found trying out new local restaurants (especially Italian) or spending time at her family's Mexican restaurant in Vancouver. Sara has a cat named Frankie and she also loves spending time with her friends and exploring all of the local beautiful spots Vancouver has to offer.

Sara Garcia
Simran Shergill
MD, FRCPC, CSCN Diplomate (EMG), CIME

Dr. Simran Shergill received his Medical Degree (MD) from the University of Calgary in 2015. He then went on to complete his residency training in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) at the University of Alberta in 2020 to become a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC). He pursued further training for performing and interpreting nerve conduction studies and electromyography (EMG) and is a Diplomate of the Canadian Society of Clinical Neurophysiologists (CSCN). He has also undertaken advanced training in ultrasound guided musculoskeletal procedures. Dr. Shergill is a Certified Independent Medial Examiner (CIME) by the American Board of Independent Medical Examiners.

Dr. Shergill is a Clinical Instructor in the Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Alberta and enjoys teaching medical trainees. His clinical interests include the diagnosis and treatment of complex musculoskeletal conditions, sports and exercise medicine, ultrasound guided peripheral injections for joint, tendon, bursa, nerve, and muscle conditions, and electrodiagnostic assessment of peripheral nervous system conditions.

Simran Shergill
Adam Amlani
MD, Rheumatologist

Dr Amlani is a seasoned Rheumatolgist and expert in pain management injections.

He has extensive medical training at the University of British Columbia and specialized education at the University of Calgary, Dr Amlani embodies our dedication to exceptional care.

Throughout his career, Dr Amlani has worked closely with dedicated healthcare providers and patients, fostering a commitment to quality care. Now he's excited to join your community, bringing his experiences to enhance accessibility and ultimate care. He has various experiences in daignosing and treating patients with inflammatory arthritis, connective tissue disease, vasculitis, gout, crystal arthritis, and other inflammatory conditions.

We've fostered a strong partnership in referring patients to him and his presence on-site ensures convenient and quick accessibility and superior care for all our patients.

Adam Amlani
Dr.
Sara Garcia

Sara was very lucky to be born and raised in the beautiful city of North Vancouver, BC.

Sara has over 5 years of experience working in the hospitality industry along with a strong background in client and patient care.

Sara strives to offer a personalized experience to every person that walks through the doors at Revive Medical while supporting a safe and comfortable environment for each patient. Sara truly enjoys working closely with people which is what brought her to join the Revive Medical team. Sara understands the importance of advocating for each patient and their unique needs while ensuring patient care comes first before anything else.

When Sara isn’t working at the clinic, she can be found trying out new local restaurants (especially Italian) or spending time at her family's Mexican restaurant in Vancouver. Sara has a cat named Frankie and she also loves spending time with her friends and exploring all of the local beautiful spots Vancouver has to offer.

Sara Garcia
Dr.
Simran Shergill
MD, FRCPC, CSCN Diplomate (EMG), CIME

Dr. Simran Shergill received his Medical Degree (MD) from the University of Calgary in 2015. He then went on to complete his residency training in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) at the University of Alberta in 2020 to become a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC). He pursued further training for performing and interpreting nerve conduction studies and electromyography (EMG) and is a Diplomate of the Canadian Society of Clinical Neurophysiologists (CSCN). He has also undertaken advanced training in ultrasound guided musculoskeletal procedures. Dr. Shergill is a Certified Independent Medial Examiner (CIME) by the American Board of Independent Medical Examiners.

Dr. Shergill is a Clinical Instructor in the Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Alberta and enjoys teaching medical trainees. His clinical interests include the diagnosis and treatment of complex musculoskeletal conditions, sports and exercise medicine, ultrasound guided peripheral injections for joint, tendon, bursa, nerve, and muscle conditions, and electrodiagnostic assessment of peripheral nervous system conditions.

Simran Shergill
Dr.
Adam Amlani
MD, Rheumatologist

Dr Amlani is a seasoned Rheumatolgist and expert in pain management injections.

He has extensive medical training at the University of British Columbia and specialized education at the University of Calgary, Dr Amlani embodies our dedication to exceptional care.

Throughout his career, Dr Amlani has worked closely with dedicated healthcare providers and patients, fostering a commitment to quality care. Now he's excited to join your community, bringing his experiences to enhance accessibility and ultimate care. He has various experiences in daignosing and treating patients with inflammatory arthritis, connective tissue disease, vasculitis, gout, crystal arthritis, and other inflammatory conditions.

We've fostered a strong partnership in referring patients to him and his presence on-site ensures convenient and quick accessibility and superior care for all our patients.

Adam Amlani
Dr.
Archie King
BHES, PNOE

Archie King (BHES) is a dedicated Kinesiologist, bringing a wealth of expertise and a genuine passion for helping patients achieve their wellness goals. Graduating with a Bachelor of Health and Exercise Science from the University of British Columbia at the age of 22, Archie embarked on his journey to empower individuals toward healthier lifestyles.

Certified through the PNOE Metabolic Analysis Foundations course, Archie conducts comprehensive assessments in metabolic, cardiovascular, and respiratory health to provide optimized care for his patients.

With a keen interest in holistic wellbeing, Archie approaches each client interaction with empathy and personalized care. Proficient in Movement Assessment & Prescription, Exercise Physiology, and Motivational Interviewing, he tailors interventions that optimize all forms of health and well-being.

Outside of his professional endeavors, Archie is an avid football (soccer) enthusiast, particularly of Chelsea FC, and dedicates his free time to hosting his podcast, The Football Spectacle. Additionally, he finds joy in exploring the culinary world and indulging his passion for music.

Archie King
Dr.
Shaista Bhatia
MPharm, RpH

Shaista Bhatia (MPharm, RpH) was born in Vancouver, BC and shortly after moved to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. At the young age of 18, Shaista took the opportunity to move to Norwich, England where she first discovered her passion for pharmacy, receiving her master’s degree from the University of East Anglia. Eager to jumpstart her a career, Shaista continued her education at UBC, joining their Pharmacy Professional Development Program. Here Shaista became a registered Pharmacist in BC and learnt how much she loves playing a key role in helping patients feel better. In addition to all this, she also completed a Compounding Course where she learnt how to create personalized medications that can be tailored to your individual health needs!

Shaista possesses extensive experience working in a variety of corporate and private pharmacies in managerial capacities. What sets Shaista apart is her passion for fostering personal and trustworthy relationships with her patients. She always strives to make everyone feel comfortable in her care.

At Revive Medical Shaista plays a crucial part in addressing all your medication, vitamins and supplement related needs. She will be able to go over interactions, side effects, and any doses of medications that need adjusting to optimize health. She will also be offering personalized nutrition testing to analyze individual vitamin needs based on genetic profiles. Shaista is passionate about wellness supplements, anti-aging medicine and mental health.

In her free time, you might find Shaista soaking up the sun at one of Vancouver’s beautiful beaches, enjoying brunch at one of the most sought-after eateries, or spending time with family and friends.

Shaista Bhatia
Dr.
Zaakir Jiwa
BSc, MD, CCFP

Dr. Zaakir Jiwa (BScKin, MD, CCFP) like his brother, also attended St. George’s School before moving to Montreal to complete his Bachelor’s of Kinesiology at McGill University. He is a graduate of The University of British Columbia’s Medical School and University of Toronto’s Family Medicine Residency Program at St. Michael’s Hospital.

Over the course of his training, he has cared for a variety of patients, specifically those in underserviced areas. He pursued many clinical electives in Physiatry and Chronic Pain at the Toronto Rehab Institute and Bridgepoint Hospital. From his time at various Sports Medicine Clinics, Dr. Jiwa also has a wide range of experience in preventative health, motivational interviewing, and injectable injury related treatments.

Dr. Jiwa is a sports fanatic and enjoys playing and watching all sports but especially soccer (make sure not to bother him during a Manchester United game). Beyond the clinic, he is passionate about helping young students succeed and is the founder of two education consulting initiatives, MD Exam Prep and The Transition.

Dr. Jiwa has a passion for anti-aging medicine and is a huge advocate for collaborative care. As such, he was an integral part of bringing COAST to our space, allowing physiotherapists to work alongside physicians, pharmacists, and rehabilitation specialists.

Zaakir Jiwa
Dr.
Aalim Jiwa
BHSc, MD, CCFP

Dr. Aalim Jiwa (BHSc, MD, CCFP) was born and raised in Vancouver British Columbia, attending St. George’s School before moving to Ontario to complete his Undergraduate and Medical Training. Dr. Jiwa was awarded his Bachelor of Health Sciences Degree as well as his Doctor of Medicine at McMaster University by the age of 23. Thereafter, he completed his Residency Training in Family and Community Medicine at the University of Toronto and Women’s College Hospital.

Dr. Jiwa’s clinical experience has expanded over his working years with special interests in Sport and Exercise Medicine, Post-Concussion Care, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Preventative Health. He plans to use his extensive clinical knowledge and expertise to create an innovative health program at Revive Medical.

When he’s not working, Dr. Jiwa loves spending time with his family & friends and staying physically active playing soccer, hiking trails & strength training. He also enjoys abstract painting, sketching & architectural design and has had a strong influence on the creation of our unique clinical space!

Aalim Jiwa