Dr. Jasmin Tzortzakakis Malik’s pioneering work blends medical expertise, personal experience, and preventive health education to empower individuals.
We often wait for health problems to become critical before seeking solutions. From the exhaustion of long-term stress to the subtle shifts in energy that often go unnoticed, our bodies communicate signs long before illness takes hold. Yet, in today’s fast-paced world, many of us overlook these early warnings until it’s too late. Dr. Jasmin Tzortzakakis Malik, a highly experienced General Practitioner and trauma-informed health educator, is on a mission to change that.
Dr. Malik’s approach to healthcare is centered on empowerment, education, and prevention. With over two decades of clinical experience, including working on the front lines during the COVID-19 pandemic and clinically leading the London region response for Health Inclusion while tackling complex public health challenges, Dr. Malik brings a unique perspective to health education. Her work transcends traditional healthcare by teaching individuals how to understand their body’s signals before health issues escalate into more serious problems.
Founder of Your Health Comes First, Dr. Malik has created a comprehensive framework to help individuals navigate their health with clarity and confidence. Her Adaptive Integration Framework (AIF), a groundbreaking model that blends insights from neuroscience, physiology, psychology, and trauma-informed practices, is at the heart of her work.
A Personal Journey to Understanding Health and Wellness
Dr. Malik’s journey into health education is not just professional, it is deeply personal. A General Practitioner with a specialization in mental health and health inclusion, Dr. Malik has spent years in some of the most challenging environments, from treating patients at Everest Base Camp to working with vulnerable populations in London’s homelessness and mental health sectors. Throughout her clinical career, Dr. Malik’s focus has always been on holistic care and practical solutions to improve long-term health outcomes.
However, it was her own experience with long COVID that truly shaped her approach to healthcare. Despite her deep medical knowledge, Dr. Malik faced significant challenges when trying to navigate her recovery. She quickly realized that even a seasoned healthcare professional can feel lost without proper guidance and a clear path forward.
“I was used to solving problems for others, but I struggled to find answers for myself. It was during this time that I realized how important it is to understand the subtle signals our bodies give us,” Dr. Malik shares. “My personal journey through long COVID is what motivated me to shift my focus to preventive health and education, rather than simply reactive care.”
The Power of Preventive Health: Tuning Into Your Body’s Signals
At Your Health Comes First, Dr. Malik emphasizes the importance of listening to your body long before health problems take root. By paying attention to early signals like fatigue, sleep disturbances, stress responses, and changes in energy, individuals can take proactive steps toward better health and recovery.
“Our bodies are always communicating with us, but we often fail to listen until things worsen. A lot of health issues can be prevented or mitigated if we simply tune in earlier,” Dr. Malik explains. “Understanding your body’s signals is the first step toward building a healthier life.”
Through her work, Dr. Malik helps individuals identify these early warning signs and provides actionable steps to restore balance. Her approach is not about quick fixes or symptom management but about long-term health optimization through self-awareness and practical strategies.
Award Recognition
In 2025, Dr. Malik’s work received national recognition when “Your Health Comes First” was officially named the “Best Preventive Health Educator in the UK of 2025” by Evergreen Awards, a prestigious authority honoring industry excellence. This award celebrates Dr. Malik’s groundbreaking contributions to preventive health education and her innovative Adaptive Integration Framework. The full announcement is available on EvergreenAwards.com.
Building Strong Health Foundations with Education and Empowerment
One of the key elements of Your Health Comes First is education. Dr. Malik firmly believes that knowledge is power when it comes to health and wellness. Too often, healthcare systems focus on treating illness rather than preventing it, leaving many people feeling disempowered in their own bodies. Dr. Malik is on a mission to change that narrative.
Through her online course “Building the Foundations of Wellbeing” and books “ The Human Cost of Long COVID – a Doctor’s Journey Through Illness, Loss and Recovery” (due to be released in December 2025), and “When the Body Whispers” (coming early 2026), Dr. Malik explains complex science in a way that is accessible and actionable for everyone. These resources offer readers a clear, step-by-step guide to understanding their bodies, managing stress, and optimizing their health.
“I wanted to create something that would help people understand their health without overwhelming them with medical jargon,” says Dr. Malik. “My books are meant to simplify the complex, so people can immediately begin applying what they learn to improve their health and well-being.”
These books are grounded in evidence-based practices and designed to empower readers to take control of their health by recognizing early warning signs and understanding the science behind them.
Trauma-Informed and Holistic Care: The Intersection of Science and Experience
Dr. Malik’s background in trauma-informed care and her extensive work in inclusion health have uniquely shaped her approach to healthcare. She is one of the few professionals who can combine clinical expertise, trauma-awareness, and personal experience to offer a comprehensive model for health education.
Her career in mental health and homelessness has given her deep insight into the social determinants of health, the impact of trauma, and the role of early life experiences in shaping health outcomes. Dr. Malik’s work focuses on not just the physical aspects of health but also the psychological, emotional, and social factors that influence well-being.
“Health is not just about what happens in the doctor’s office or hospital. It’s about the broader systems at play, the environment, the stress we carry, and our past experiences,” she explains. “True health comes from understanding all these pieces and how they fit together.”
Empowering Others Through Leadership and Education
As a Co-Investigator on research focused on homeless children and families, Dr. Malik is committed to understanding and improving the health of vulnerable populations. She is also involved in shaping healthcare policy, having led initiatives to improve health responses for marginalized groups, including her work on the Mental Health Crisis Care Concordat in the UK.
“I believe in a holistic, preventive approach that looks at the whole person, not just the disease. My work is about empowering individuals to take charge of their own health by educating them about the systems within their bodies and how they can support their recovery,” says Dr. Malik.
Bridging the Gap: A Comprehensive Framework for Understanding Post-Viral and Chronic Conditions
Dr. Malik’s Adaptive Integration Framework (AIF) offers a structured, holistic way to understand how prolonged illness affects various systems in the body. As noted by experts in the field, “Long COVID, and post-viral illness more broadly, still lacks cohesive understanding, clear pathways, and accessible tools. Many people are left to interpret complex symptoms on their own, while clinicians work without a unified framework to guide their care. This book seeks to fill that gap, blending emerging research with lived experience and practical strategies in a way that is both clear and compassionate.” Dr. Malik’s AIF helps individuals identify and interpret their body’s signals, offering a comprehensive framework that is relevant not only for Long COVID but also for a wider set of post-infectious and multisystem conditions. “It makes sense of complexity without oversimplifying it,” the forward adds, emphasizing how the framework provides clarity and structure where it’s most needed.
The Future of Health: A Call to Action for Self-Awareness and Wellness
Dr. Malik’s mission is clear: to make health information accessible, understandable, and actionable for everyone. By educating people on how to listen to their bodies and recognize early warning signs, she aims to build a society where preventive health is prioritized.
“My vision is simple: I want to help people understand their bodies better, so they can be proactive about their health instead of reactive,” Dr. Malik shares. “I want people to feel informed, and in control of their health journey.”
Whether through her books, programs, or ongoing education, Dr. Malik is transforming the way people approach their well-being. She is not just educating; she is empowering individuals to reclaim their health and wellness, one step at a time.
Connect with Dr. Jasmin Malik
To learn more about Dr. Jasmin Malik’s work, her upcoming books, and Your Health Comes First, visit her official website at Your Health Comes First. To join her course, Building the Foundations of Well-Being, visit Foundational Course: Your Health Comes First: Building the Foundations of Wellbeing – Building Resilience
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