About Us
A Story That Sparked a Mission
A journey of healing that inspired change.
As a pharmacist and educator, I thought I'd know how to navigate the system. I didn't expect to feel lost in it.
After a traumatic miscarriage, I found myself overwhelmed—by grief, by unanswered questions, and by gaps I hadn't noticed until I was the one standing in them. That experience reshaped how I see women's health care, especially in midlife. It revealed how fragmented the path can be, and how often women are left to piece it together on their own.
I began to notice a pattern at the pharmacy counter: women searching for relief from hot flashes, fatigue, insomnia, and anxiety. Many were reaching for natural health products, black cohosh, magnesium, maca, St. John's Wort, often without a clear sense of what would actually help, or what might interact with their medications.
Not because they were careless. Because they were tired, and because the spaces available to them weren't built for the kind of conversation they needed. Retail pharmacists are skilled and willing, but the setup rarely allows for depth.
Why We Started This Consultation Service
We wanted to build something different: a structured space where women are fully heard, and where their questions get the time they deserve.
Our pharmacist-led service offers:
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A comprehensive review of medications, supplements, and health goals
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Evidence-based screening for drug–drug and drug–NHP interactions
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Personalized guidance that reflects your preferences and priorities
We partner with you and your prescriber to help you feel confident in your care and protect your health as you age.
You deserve care that's informed, compassionate, and centered on your story.
- Dr. Jane Xia
Our Commitment to Care
Pharmacist-Led Care, Designed for Women
There are millions of biochemicals in the human body. Have you ever wondered how the drugs, hormones, supplements, natural heath products interact with your body? What if they don't interact with each other well? Would one reverse the effects of another?
This is what pharmacists are trained to do - to evaluate the "drug-drug interactions" of all that you are taking. There's a big but! Pharmacists are too busy - meeting the every day demands of filling prescriptions, juggling phone calls, answering dosage questions, and more often than not, which aisle one can find the chips. When do they have time to go through a comprehensive medical review? This is why Elix Health is born.
Our Vision
Empowering Women Through Science and Care
We envision a future where every woman feels confident, supported, and understood at each stage of her health journey. Elix Health is the trusted partner that blends science, safety, and natural solutions to empower women to take charge of their health, from first period to post-menopause.
Meet the Experts Behind Elix Health
Trusted Team Supporting Your Wellness With Care and Expertise.
Dr. Jane Xia
Co-Founder & Licensed Pharmacist
BSc.Pharm, PharmD, MBA, RPh
Dr. Jane Xia is an Assistant Professor of Teaching at the University of British Columbia (UBC) and a licensed pharmacist with a broad range of experience in hospital, regulatory, industry, and academic settings—but her deepest connection has always been to community practice. With many years spent caring for patients in the community, she is known for her thoughtful, down-to-earth approach and her ability to make patients feel heard and supported.
Jane understands how complex and overwhelming the healthcare system can be, and she is deeply committed to helping individuals navigate their health journey with clarity and confidence.
She is a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner through The Menopause Society and has a strong clinical interest in women’s health, especially midlife and menopause care. Her work focuses on empowering patients with clear, evidence-informed guidance, and ensuring that no one feels rushed or overlooked in their care journey.
At the heart of her practice is a commitment to compassionate, personalized care—meeting patients where they are and supporting their decisions with trust, transparency, and warmth.
Jane holds a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from UBC, a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from the University of Toronto, and a Master of Business Administration from Simon Fraser University.
Ray Siu
Co-Founder
BSc, MBA, CPA, CMA
Ray brings more than 25 years of experience in the life sciences and healthcare, with a career dedicated to helping customers achieve better outcomes through trusted expertise and service.
With a B.Sc. in Microbiology & Immunology from UBC, an MBA from UBC, and a CPA (Chartered Professional Accountant) designation, Ray combines scientific knowledge, business strategy, and financial acumen to deliver solutions that create meaningful value to his community.
Ray is passionate about bringing trusted science to patient care. At the core of Ray’s work is a simple promise: to listen, to understand, and to deliver solutions that make a measurable difference for every customer.
Dr. Colleen Inglis
Licensed Pharmacist
BSc, BSc.Pharm PharmD
Dr. Colleen Inglis is an Assistant Professor at the University of British Columbia and a licensed pharmacist committed to high-quality, patient-centred care for women and older adults. Her education includes a Bachelor of Science from the University of Victoria, a Bachelor of Pharmacy from UBC, and a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from the University of Washington.
Her clinical experience spans hospital and community pharmacy, internal medicine, chronic disease management, geriatrics, women’s health, and medication optimization. This broad background enables her to support patients through complex health transitions with knowledge and empathy.
Based in the Comox Valley, Dr. Inglis splits her time between clinical practice, home-visit care, and teaching in UBC’s entry-to-practice PharmD program. She brings the same dedication to her academic role as she does in patient care, working to prepare the next generation of pharmacists with a strong foundation in patient-centred care and clinical excellence.
Dr Inglis offers individualized consultations to help women and older adults navigate life transitions, optimize their medication regimens, and make informed health decisions. Her holistic, personalized approach combines academic training with practical, compassionate care — helping patients feel heard, respected, and supported.
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BSc.Pharm, RPh
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