About Dr Waheed Olajide Lawal

Dr. Waheed Olajide Lawal is a psychiatrist, certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons in Canada. He has over 15 years of psychiatric practice, specializing in general adult psychiatry, including the management of mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychoses, and neurodevelopmental disorders.

Dr. Lawal provides psychiatric care at his private clinic in Winnipeg.

Several core principles have contributed to the success of Dr. Lawal’s practice. He combines clinical expertise with a patient-centered approach, empathy, and strong communication skills. Dr. Lawal is equipped with strong diagnostic skills, accurately identifying mental health conditions, which is necessary with psychiatric disorders, co-occurring issues, and how symptoms present differently in individuals.

Often, patients feel vulnerable when seeking psychiatric care and discussing their mental health. His patients appreciate his empathy and compassion, knowing they can trust him.

Dr. Waheed Olajide Lawal is also adept at explaining diagnoses, treatment options, medication side effects, and progress in a clear manner. He breaks things down in everyday language, which is critical for patients to understand their diagnosis and how to treat it. Dr. Lawal’s approach is also one of partnership, involving them in treatment decisions and coordinating care with other health professionals when needed.

He understands that every patient is unique and tailors his approach to meet each individual’s needs. He respects his patients and ensures that he maintains strong ethical standards in his care.