Our Team of Ayurvedic Experts — page 13

I am an Ayurvedic doctor with a deep interest in skin & hair care—like really understanding what's goin on under the surface, not just covering up the issue. I kinda leaned toward this field early on 'cause every second person who walked into my clinic was either dealing with hairfall, dandruff, acne, or stubborn pigmentation. And trust me, it’s rarely just about shampoos or face packs. Most times it’s digestion, stress, lifestyle or even seasonal things that create imbalance. I mostly use medicines I prepare myself—yes, I mean actual handmade oils, churnas, lepas, decoctions—formulated from classical texts and modified a bit as per need. Feels more honest, and I knw exactly what's goin into each remedy. I believe healing the skin or scalp from inside-out needs patience but also consistency. That’s where Panchakarma comes in... I use it when there's deeper toxicity or when people are stuck in a chronic cycle. Over time I’ve helped people with hair thinning, premature greying, fungal infections, scalp dryness, eczema, acne, melasma and also some more tricky stuff like stress-induced breakouts or post-delivery hairloss. Every case is diff, right? Some ppl respond quickly with diet and herbal support. Others need longer detox and Rasayana therapy. I usually do Nadi Pariksha in 1st consult to get a better idea of doshic status, sometimes Prakriti analysis too if we're lookin at long term treatment planning. Also not every patient needs long-term meds—sometimes just changing food timings or adding daily Abhyanga changes a lot. Not every solution is big or fancy. I’m more into grounded things that work slowly but last. Results aren't flashy always, but they stick. That matters more to me than quick fixes. I treat what I can & I’m honest if something’s not Ayurveda's domain. That’s part of being a real doctor too, I guess.

I am someone who’s practiced Ayurveda not just in Ayurvedic hospitals or clinics but actually inside allopathic setups too, which—honestly—gave me a way clearer view of how integrative medicine *can* work, if done mindfully. In those environments, my role was kinda fluid... giving Ayurvedic consults, suggesting classical medicines, but also working with real-time diagnostics, understanding charts, and adjusting treatment plans without clashing with the primary protocols. What stood out for me in those experiences wasn’t just the “mixing” of two systems, but learning how patients respond when both traditions are used thoughtfully. Like, post-op patients who were weak or slow to bounce back—rasayana therapy helped a lot more than I expected, actually. And in chronic things—arthritis flares, gut issues that didn’t really resolve, skin stuff that kept recurring—I focused a lot on why it's not healing, rather than just how to treat the rash or pain or whatever is visible. That part of Ayurveda... the root-cause thing... always made more sense to me. Also working in a mixed clinical space meant I had to explain things differently—not just Sanskrit words and theory, but like real practical "why this herb" kind of talk. That made me better at customizing and communicating what Ayurveda can *actually* do. Even now, I lean hard into classical texts, but I don’t ignore blood reports or diagnostic scans—actually they help a lot when you're trying to plan sustainable long-term care. Patients seem to like that. Not because it's fancy but because it makes sense to them. I'm always trying to keep the line open between tradition and practical healthcare reality. That’s the zone where I feel Ayurveda can really shine—less ritual, more relevance.

I am currently working as Resident Medical Officer at Maharaja Institute of Ayurvedic Medical Sciences and College, and honestly this role kinda gives me the best of both—hands-on clinical work + an academic setting where there’s always something to learn or re-think. I get to handle a mix of cases, not just one type, which actually makes my clinical judgement sharper over time. From chronic complaints to acute stuff, each patient brings a whole new equation. I assist regularly with Panchakarma procedures—everything from basic pre-treatment prep to post-protocol care—and we do that for a wide variety of conditions. Sometimes the outcomes are fast, sometimes subtle, but you really learn patience and precision when you’re seeing all of it every day. I'm also part of the inpatient care team where we plan, execute, monitor and adjust treatments. Occasionally we also deal with Ayurvedic emergency protocols, which you wouldn’t expect much in this field, but yes, they do come up—and that really taught me to stay calm n focused when things go sideways. Being in a teaching hospital helps in ways I didn’t fully expect before—like, when you're constantly discussing cases with senior consultants or guiding students during rounds, it deepens your own grasp on the classics. And at the same time, I try to stay connected with newer research or integrative ideas, just to keep the bridge open between tradition n what's evolving in health care now. What I really care about most though—is making sure that the care we give feels *right* to the patient... like, not just symptomatic relief but something that aligns with who they are, what their body is telling us, and how they actually live. Safe, grounded, customized—that’s the goal. And yeah, sometimes we don't have instant answers, but working in this space makes me keep showing up anyway, with more questions, more curiosity, and hopefully better solutions.

I am working full-time in Ayurveda now, over 2.5 years actually, and each setup I’ve been in taught me something diff. At Kandamkulathy Ayurveda Hospital, I was hands-on with chronic cases—arthritis, skin conditions, migraines etc—plus we did a lot of Panchakarma, which helped me see how detox isn’t just about clearing waste, but also how timing n constitution matter a *lot*. That whole setting was more classical—good learning ground. Then at Santhigiri Clinic, I shifted into more OPD-style rhythm. There, the cases were often lifestyle-linked—PCOD, thyroid, back pain, diabetes—and what I noticed is ppl usually come in tired of trial-n-error. That made me focus more on pratyaksha (observation), understanding dosha shifts over time and planning treatments that didn’t just “feel good” short-term. Also did a bit more with women’s health there—painful periods, fibroids, that kind of thing—helped me get better at gentle, non-invasive support. Most recently at Brahmahlife Wellness Center, the vibe was more integrative. We weren’t just treating disease, but helping ppl shift their whole lifestyle. I'd work with herbs, yes, but also add yoga advice, stress tools, diet tuning... even simple dinacharya tweaks. That place really reinforced my belief that healing is more than just “curing”. It’s about making space for sustainable change—without overwhelm. Through all this, I try not to rush care. I actually ask ppl abt sleep, emotions, daily food—not just their symptoms—bc that gives the whole picture. My focus stays rooted in classical Ayurveda, but I adjust it to today’s ppl—their pace, their diet, their stress levels. I feel like each pt teaches me more abt applying Ayurveda with both precision and patience. That’s what I want to keep doing.

I am someone who kinda landed in the in-between space of Ayurveda and modern medicine during my internship year—and honestly, that’s what shaped a lot of how I practice today. I spent that year rotating through OP and IP care, doing hands-on stuff in general medicine, Panchakarma, Stree Roga, ENT, and even emergency settings. That mix gave me a chance to learn both the flow of classical Ayurvedic protocols *and* how to think through lab reports, basic modern diagnostic tools etc., without feeling like I had to pick one system over the other. I got to help plan treatments, do intake, explain therapies, sometimes even sit through procedures where I'd just observe, but those moments taught me more than any textbook. During Panchakarma postings I got real-time exposure to basti prep, virechana protocols, and how patients respond through each stage. I also learnt how to balance the "shamana" approach (herbal meds, diet shifts) with deeper cleansing if that’s what the case needed. After the internship, I worked independently for 3 months in OPD—no safety net. I had to handle walk-ins, make quick clinical decisions, do follow-ups, and adjust plans when something didn’t go the way I thought it would. That period helped me realise where my gaps were, but also made me trust my instincts more. I focused on treating simple fevers, migraines, gut issues, irregular cycles, and even preventive work like seasonal regimens or immunity support. I now try to look at each patient as a whole—not just “what’s the disease” but *why now?* what triggered this imbalance? I think having exposure to both healing styles pushed me toward a more rooted but realistic model of care. Natural, but not vague. Structured, but still human. My aim's not quick fixes, it’s building something sustainable for their health journey—small changes, but the right ones.

I am still kinda wrapping my head around how much has happned in just these last 8 months. I got to see over 500 patients—not just names on a file but real ppl with stories, symptoms that didn’t match books, and responses to treatment that taught me a lot more than classroom ever did. Every single case added something—sometimes confidence, sometimes doubt, but mostly clarity about why Ayurveda needs to be personal. That whole idea of root-cause isn’t just a phrase to me now, cause I’ve actually *done* the work of figuring it out—through prakriti reading, hetu analysis, tailoring herbs to that one stubborn thing that wouldn’t budge unless I got it right. Started off at the Govt Ayurveda Dispensary, Paingottoor (Mar-April 2024), juggling OPD and learning to keep things practical—what you *can* do with limited time and still follow classical line of treatment. Moved to Nellimattom next month, same OPD scene but somehow I felt more ready—like I knew what I was looking for during consultation. Then came the big shifts—District Ayurveda Hospital, Thodupuzha—Shalya Tantra for a month (May-June). Learning surgical concepts, wound management, minor procedures, all that opened up a whole diff layer of Ayurveda for me. After that was NARIP, Cheruthuruthy (June-July)—real-deal Panchakarma, hands-on, under ppl who *really* knew the texts and the techiques. I saw how deep detox can go when it’s done right. Then Shalakya Tantra (ENT + eye care, July-Aug)—very niche but suprisingly common complaints. By Sept I was at Sparsh Ayurvedic Clinic, Nellimattom, and that place blended modern diagnostics with our way of thinking. Helped me sharpen decisions fast, without losing authenticity of the classical tools. All that put together—it's shaped me into a doctor who listens more, assumes less, and keeps asking, "what’s *actually* causing this?” before reaching for a remedy. I want my patients to heal for real—not temporarily cope. That's the goal every single time.

I am Dr. Sushma M and yeah, I’ve been in Ayurveda for over 20 yrs now—honestly still learning from it every day. I mostly work with preventive care, diet logic, and prakriti-based guidance. I mean, why wait for full-blown disease when your body’s been whispering for years, right? I’m kinda obsessed with that early correction part—spotting vata-pitta-kapha imbalances before they spiral into something deeper. Most ppl don’t realize how much power food timing, digestion rhythm, & basic routine actually have… until they shift it. Alongside all that classical Ayurveda, I also use energy medicine & color therapy—those subtle layers matter too, esp when someone’s dealing with long-term fatigue or emotional heaviness. These things help reconnect not just the body, but the inner self too. Some ppl are skeptical at first—but when you treat *beyond* the doshas, they feel it. And I don’t force anything… I just kinda match what fits their nature. I usually take time understanding a person’s prakriti—not just from pulse or skin or tongue—but how they react to stress, sleep patterns, their relationship with food. That whole package tells the story. I don’t do textbook treatment lines—I build a plan that adjusts *with* the person, not on top of them. Over the years, watching patients slowly return to their baseline harmony—that's what keeps me in it. I’ve seen folks come in feeling lost in symptoms no one explained… and then walk out weeks later understanding their body better than they ever did. That, to me, is healing. Not chasing symptoms, but restoring rhythm. I believe true care doesn’t look rushed, or mechanical. It listens, observes, tweaks gently. That's the kind of Ayurveda I try to practice—not loud, but deeply rooted.

I am someone who kinda shaped my entire Ayurvedic mindset back when I was working at Sassoon Ayurveda Dept in Pune—those years were intense, but also grounding. I got to handle all sorts of meds and therapies, and not just prescribe blindly, but actually *observe* how they act stage by stage in different diseases. I learned to adjust treatment protocols depending on where the patient really was in their journey—not just dosha-wise, but Avastha-wise, which honestly changed everything for me. Prakruti became a big deal to me during that time. Not just something you note once and forget. I started tailoring whole plans—diet, herbs, even timing of panchakarma—based on that one root blueprint. And not like in a textbook way, more like… lived reality. Watching digestion shift or stress patterns lighten when you actually respect someone's constitution? That's the work. Later on, I moved to Seth Tarachand Hospital in Pune. That place had a totally different vibe—more integrative, more open collab with modern diagnostics and specialists. I liked it. It pushed me to bridge my Ayurvedic tools with what the lab or scan showed. Helped me handle a wider range of stuff—some complex chronic cases too—and do it with confidence. One thing that’s always mattered to me: not just managing symptoms on the surface. I’m constantly looking for what’s really off underneath. Maybe it’s ama buildup, maybe it’s agni loss, maybe a wrong food habit ppl think is normal.. whatever it is, I dig until I find a way to bring the system back into balance. Panchakarma, diet mods, timing routines, sometimes even just a right oil—depends on the person. Ayurveda doesn’t heal by formula, and I don’t treat like that either. Everything’s gotta make sense for *that* body, *that* moment. That’s how I see my role: someone who listens, then builds a treatment plan from the inside out.

I am an Ayurvedic practitioner with around 9 yrs of real-world hands-on practice... not all of it smooth, but all of it meaningful. I started out running my own clinic in Rudrapur—solo, no backup—managing everything from diagnosis to treatment to just listening to ppl who were tired of feeling ignored. I did that for 3+ years, and honestly that time shaped how I see the root of a disorder—not just through textbooks but through actual ppl walking in with years of pain or imbalance and trying one more time to get better. Later I joined as Medical Officer at Sanjeevani Hospital, Whitefield (Bangalore), where I spent 6 solid years seeing the huge range of what chronic illness *really* looks like. My role wasn’t just about managing disease w/ classical Ayurveda protocols but also about explaining to people why their lifestyle was like 70% of the issue... Encouraging diet tweaks, sleep resets, daily habits—that part became kind of my anchor. It wasn’t just about giving herbs—it was about shifting something deeper. There’s also a chapter where I worked w/ international clients—doing Ayurvedic consultations in Nigeria, Africa, using Nadi Pareeksha. That was kind of wild at first—translating ancient concepts across such a diff setting—but also incredibly grounding. It made me better at reading subtle cues in ppl who had totally different diet, stress patterns, climate... yet somehow the same internal imbalances. Ayurveda really travels well, I realised that then. I also did certification in Ayurvedic Diet & Nutrition (felt necessary), which gave me a more specific tool for personalising diet charts according to prakriti, agni and real-world schedules (not idealised Vedic meals no one can actually follow). For me, the heart of care is still that—customised healing w/ no one-size-fits-all. Whether spine issues or hormone stuff or gut trouble—it’s all about finding the path that works for *that* person at *that* time.

I am an Ayurveda practitioner with 5+ yrs of hands-on clinical exp, and honestly—each phase taught me vry different things. Right now I run my own Ayurvedic clinic & Panchkarma setup (about a year now), which’s kinda my own small space to apply everything I learnt before—like *really* apply, not just go by protocols. Before this, I worked around 4–5 years across different Ayurvedic trusts and healing centers… saw a wide mix of cases there, from chronic skin conditions to metabolic stuff to those weird unexplained fatigues no one had answers for. Those years gave me solid exposure to classical therapies—Abhyanga, Basti, Vamana, Nasya etc—plus a better understanding of how to actually listen to what the patient *isn’t* saying directly. That helped me personalise things more than I used to in the beginning. Sometimes it’s not about fancy Rasayanas or deep detox. Sometimes it’s just fixing their daily rhythm, getting Agni back on track, or choosing one herb instead of five, y’know? My work now is more independent—means I’ve to think from scratch every time. Not just treat a disease but guide the whole recovery path... Panchkarma planning, diet ideas, keeping the person motivated long-term. I won't claim I heal everything (who does lol), but I do try to stay fully rooted in classical Ayurvedic texts, while also adjusting to modern life challenges like stress, screens, irregular food etc. My focus is on making healing a little less overwhelming & more doable for real people, one case at a time.