Our Team of Ayurvedic Experts — page 26

I am the Chief Consulting Physician and CEO at Ayurbhoomi Health Care, where for the past 7+ yrs I have been fully into practicing classical, pure Ayurveda without diluting its roots. My journey has been focused on working as a Rasa Vaidya — dealing with herbo-mineral formulations, rasaushadhis, and classical therapies that demand precision but also give powerful results when used properly. At Ayurbhoomi, we specialize in chronic illnesses that usually trouble people for years — arthritis, digestive disorders, skin problems, neurological issues, hormonal imbalances, even lifestyle diseases like diabetes or obesity. Many patients come after trying multiple treatments with little relief, and that’s where Ayurveda shows its strength. I create treatment plans that combine classical chikitsa, Panchakarma where needed, yoga, and pathya-apathya guidance. Sometimes simple changes work, sometimes it takes months of close monitoring — but each case has to be personalized, no shortcuts. Over the years I’ve seen how blending Ayurveda with Yoga therapy creates more sustainable outcomes, especially for pain management, stress-related conditions, and metabolic disorders. Running Ayurbhoomi also means ensuring that quality of care is consistent, that patients feel safe, and that therapies are done with proper protocols. Managing both clinical care and administrative responsibilities hasn’t always been easy, but it helped me build a clearer vision of what true Ayurveda-based healthcare can look like in today’s world. My approach is always patient-first — rooted in authentic texts, practical in application, and guided by the idea that long-term healing happens only when the root cause is corrected. Ayurveda is not just about treating a disease name, it’s about restoring balance in body & mind together. That’s what I try to keep alive in every consultation and every treatment plan.

I am Dr. Jaya, born and brought up in Kerala – the place where Ayurveda isn’t just medicine but part of daily life. For the past 13 years I’ve been working with authentic Ayurveda, mainly Panchakarma and gynaecological care, and honestly every patient is different, no “one-size” treatment works. I lean heavily on the classical Ayurvedic principles, but always adapt them to suit someone’s specific prakriti, health history, lifestyle.. even small habits that matter more than people realise. Yoga has been part of me even longer – over 18 yrs of learning and practice, plus TTC, ATTC, a Master’s in Yoga, and right now I’m in the middle of a PhD in the same. Yoga therapy just blends naturally into my Ayurvedic work… like helping with chronic pain, stress-related disorders, or recovery after Panchakarma, it fits without forcing it. Since 2020 I’ve been into chiropractic therapy too, and also completed a Master’s in Osteopathy – which, yeah, makes me Kerala’s first registered classical osteopath. The mix of Ayurveda, Yoga, Osteopathy, and Chiropractic works better than sticking to just one system, especially for musculoskeletal issues, women’s health concerns, and stubborn lifestyle diseases. Sometimes relief is faster, sometimes slower, but the depth of recovery feels different when it’s integrated this way. I also teach… maybe more than I planned at first. Workshops on osteopathy and chiropractic therapy happen pretty often – part of me just doesn’t want this knowledge to stay locked in one clinic. Right now I run The Mind-Body Clinic in Trivandrum. The goal there is simple, but not easy – bring together ancient wisdom and modern therapeutic methods in a way that actually helps someone feel better, not just temporarily, but in a way they can sustain. And yes, there’s still so much to learn, and that’s what keeps me going.

I am working with patients from around 5 yrs now—sometimes in clinics, sometimes online late at night with a cup of chai next to me and a bunch of case files open. Ayurveda isn’t just a system I studied, it sort of became how I see health and life both. Over these years, I’ve dealt with all kinds of cases but I’ve naturally leaned more towards things like PCOD, thyroid imbalance, gastric trouble, and UTI complaints. These are the ones people often ignore till it gets *too much*, and then they show up exhausted, confused, sometimes already tried a dozen things. I’m not someone who gives the same churna or tablets to everyone. My style? Listen first. Like really listen. Half the time diagnosis starts there. Maybe that’s why I keep seeing followups, people come back or send someone from their family. Some cases take time—like PCOD can’t vanish in 2 weeks—but when you see improvement in moods, cycles, or skin, you know it’s working. There are also those gastric patients who come in saying “I’ve had gas from 10 yrs” and think nothing can change. But it does. Slowly but surely. Offline practice taught me body language, how silence tells more than blood reports sometimes. Online practice taught me how to spot key patterns in words and build trust through screen, which is harder than it sounds. I don’t overpromise, I explain what might work and what may not.. but I do stay with the case, I don’t leave it halfway. Even today, I still keep updating my notes and rechecking texts.. not out of doubt but because every patient feels different even if disease is same. There’s this unpredictabillity to real practice that textbooks never warned about, and I think that’s what keeps me hooked.

I am an Ayurvedic practitioner and honestly, I don’t think there’s one perfect formula for healing that fits everyone. What I do is try to understand each person as a whole—how their body talks, where it struggles, where it holds strength. That’s pretty much been my core approach since I started practicing. I lean fully into classical Ayurved—no shortcuts or suppress-the-symptom kind of treatment. Most of my clinical focus revolves around chronic disorders and those sneaky lifestyle-related ones that keep showing up in modern life. I see a lot of skin conditions—psoriasis, eczema, even stubborn acne that doesn’t clear up with chemical creams. In these cases, I go beyond surface stuff. Like, what’s going wrong with Rasa Dhatu, where’s the imbalance in Pitta or Rakta. I’ve also worked a lot in metabolic areas—obesity, early-onset diabetes, sugar crashes, those patterns of weight gain no matter how much someone walks or eats “healthy”. It’s not always about diet—it’s deeper—like the gut, or blocked Agni. Sexual health is another important part of my work. People come in worried, hesitant, and I try to keep it a space where things are calm and non-judgy. Whether it’s low libido, ED, or even hormonal dips in younger people, I use safe Rasayana support, Vata-Pitta balancing, and slowly rebuild confidence through small shifts. I also work on digestive issues a lot—like IBS, hyperacidity, bloating—those things people just live with. To me, gut healing means Agni correction plus mental peace too. There’s also joint-related stuff—arthritis, chronic stiffness, spondylosis. I’ve seen great results with Abhyanga, lepa, and internal herbal combinations. Not overnight miracles, but sure, sustainable progress. And mental health? It’s part of almost every case. I use herbs, breathing techniques, sometimes just space for someone to speak. No one heals when the mind’s scattered. People with thyroid troubles, asthma, allergies, PCOD, hair thinning, low immunity—many land here after trying different routes. I don’t promise cure—I look for the imbalance behind the label, then plan what we can actually fix. I also use Panchakarma where needed, but always custom-fit—not just because someone asked for it. I think healing is not just medicine—it’s trust, time, and tuning into the body’s rhythm again. That’s what I try to offer.

I am currently working as an Assistant Professor in the Dept. of Shalya Tantra at Shiva Ayurvedic Medical College, Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh, and yeah, I juggle between clinicals, surgeries and a fair bit of classroom chalk dust. My focus stays rooted in Ayurvedic surgery, especially the proctology part—Arsha, Bhagandara, and Parikartika—those cases don’t scare me anymore, in fact I like working with them. I did my UG and PG from Sri Sri College of Ayurvedic Science & Research, Bengaluru. It's a place where classical texts were treated like gold but we still got real-world exposure. That combo shaped a lot of what I do today. During my MD in Shalya Tantra, I got deep into Ksharasutra chikitsa and its real-life application. I won’t say every case went perfectly, but many of them gave me strong confidence to blend the traditional line with modern operative techniques when needed. Honestly, I believe Ayurved can hold its own in surgical domains if done rightly—with patience, skill, and clarity. My patient care usually starts with listening more than speaking, then goes from diagnosis to therapy in a flow that’s not just about the procedure. Internal meds, diet recommendations, some pathya-apathya advice—everything adds up. I avoid overdoing unless absolutely needed. Less can be more in many surgical cases, especially chronic anorectal ones. Teaching too keeps me sharp. Students have a way of asking exactly what you didn’t prepare for :) But that’s the charm. I focus on making Shalya Tantra feel useful and alive, not just a theoretical subject. We cover practicals, case-based discussions, post-op followups—anything that gets their hands and minds into it. Outside class and OPD, I keep sharing stuff, cases, observations on academic platforms. Keeps my own learning alive and relevant. For me, surgery isn’t a solo act, it’s a mix of planning, steady hands, and strong roots in Ayurved's logic. And maybe a little instinct.

I am Dr. Deepti Mandal, a BAMS grad who kind of landed between two worlds—Ayurveda and modern medicine—and honestly? I’ve learnt to navigate both pretty confidently. I spent a full year at an Ayurvedic hospital, not just sitting around watching but actually doing. Stuff like Panchakarma therapies, Agnikarma, leech application, cupping, Raktmokshan... I got my hands deep into all of it. And not just technically—I started to understand what worked better for who, based on their prakriti and response. Like, the practical side of Ayurvedic meds slowly started making more and more sense once I saw patients actually improve. At the same time, I worked at Deen Dayal Upadhyay Hospital in Delhi, and wow that was a whole different vibe. Especially in emergency—sudden trauma cases, major bleeds, hypertensives dropping, the lot. I learned how to keep calm and act quick... did sutures, managed emergency meds, even assisted in minor and major procedures. Didn’t expect to be in the Gynae dept for long, but I stayed because it taught me a lot. Conducted normal deliveries alone a bunch of times and assisted during LSCS cases too. Real confidence boost honestly. Even though I’m still learning everyday, I feel quite grounded now in blending traditional and emergency-based care. Sometimes I still pause before deciding whether a therapy or a surgical referral is better... but I think that makes me more careful, not confused. I value patient comfort, and believe diet, lifestyle, and mental readiness matter just as much as meds—ayurvedic or allopathic. Thank you for reading, means a lot.

I am someone who’s always been drawn to the depth and logic of Ayurveda, maybe coz I wanted to treat ppl in a way that actually respects *them*, not just their symptoms. I did my BAMS and later my MD in Kayachikitsa—chose it coz chronic issues and lifestyle problems kinda demand a more thoughtful, whole-body approach. My day-to-day work revolves around respiratory conditions like asthma and bronchitis, gut stuff like IBS, hyperacidity, liver congestion… and honestly a lot of diabetes, obesity, heart-related concerns, and even UTIs that keep coming back. What I try to do different is dig into the *why* behind the issue. Is it their food, sleep mess, emotional buildup, or something deeper in their prakriti-vikriti pattern? That’s where Kayachikitsa helps—it doesn’t rush into suppression, but guides us to root-level correction. I use a combo of herbal meds, Panchakarma detox if it's really needed, and small but doable changes in food-routine. I try to make it all feel practical, not like a punishment or lecture. I also teach n do a bit of research whenever I get time—feels important to stay connected to classical texts *and* evolving ideas around evidence in Ayurveda. I like discussing case logic with students or peers, especially if it's something tricky or chronic and not responding to the usual line of management. Anyway—each person’s journey is so diff. I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all. Some need deep virechana, others just need their routine flipped around. My goal’s always to make the treatment feel like it *belongs* to the patient, not some copy-paste thing. At the end of it, healing’s more than just medicine—it's habit, mindset, rhythm, all of it tangled together.

I am working in healthcare for a while now – 4 years in clinical practice and 2 years in research. Feels like both sides of the work teach you different things, but they also connect in ways I didn’t expect. In clinic, you see people in pain, confused, or sometimes just lost about what’s going on with their health. You learn to listen first, then decide how to act. My focus has been to look at symptoms in detail, match them with proper diagnosis, and make treatment plans that actually fit the person’s life, not just the textbook idea. Research on the other hand slows you down... makes you double check every small assumption. Those 2 years taught me how data and evidence can make treatment sharper and safer. I got used to digging into medical literature, documenting cases properly, and seeing how small changes in approach can improve outcomes over time. Somewhere in between, I started noticing how important it is to connect modern diagnostics with practical, hands-on patient care. It’s not just about giving the right medicine—it’s also about explaining why and how it’ll work, and making sure the patient feels part of the process. I’m still learning daily, still adapting. Some days it’s busy and messy, with charts piling up and notes half-finished, but I think that’s the real life of medicine… you keep balancing between the science you study and the human in front of you.

I am working in Obstetrics and Gynaecology right now, but my journey started with one solid year in a hospital setting where I rotated across multiple depts, learned the basics, and got my first taste of handling real patients—not just books or theory. That year shaped a lot, it taught me patience, quick thinking and also how much empathy matters in medical care. Now my focus is women’s health through every stage—from adolescence all the way to menopause. In practice this means I manage routine and high-risk pregnancies, do antenatal checkups, assist in labor & delivery, and also look after a wide range of gynaecological issues. Menstrual disorders, repeated infections, fertility challenges, hormonal imbalance… each case feels unique even when the diagnosis looks the same on paper. My aim is always to build trust first, so women feel safe enough to share what really bothers them. Pregnancy care is close to my heart. I guide first-time mothers through doubts and fears, handle complex high-risk cases with caution, and try to keep every consultation as supportive as possible. Birth is never just medical—it’s also emotional, and I try to remember that each time I step into the labor room. I also emphasize preventive care a lot. Helping women understand their reproductive health, cycles, and body signals before things get complicated saves them stress later. Education is a big part of my consults. I explain lifestyle, nutrition, and safe practices in simple words so it doesn’t feel overwhelming. I stay updated with treatment protocols, new guidelines, and current approaches in Obs & Gyn because medicine keeps changing and patients deserve the best evidence-based care. My focus is always on personalized plans—no two women have the same journey, and their care should reflect that. As I continue growing in this field, my goal is simple: keep clinical excellence high while also keeping human connection alive. A patient who feels heard, respected, and cared for—half the healing starts there already.

I am an Ayurvedic doctor who kind of lives at the intersection of classical Ayurveda + modern wellness science. I did my BAMS and right now studying Psychology (Master’s) and also finishing up a diploma in Nutrition & Health Education—feels like it all clicks together honestly. My work mostly centers around skin, food, and the whole “how are you actually living?” side of things. I see a lot of ppl with stress-based stuff, weight struggles, hormonal dips, or skin flareups that don’t go away with creams. I try to break it down gently—from dosha stuff to emotional triggers. And ya, we start small: maybe food first, or sleep, or just breathing. Then herbs or detox, only if needed. Skin care is big part of my practice, but not the glossy kind—more like helping someone understand why their acne keeps coming, or why pigmentation isn’t going even though they tried everything. I go deep into Ahara (diet), Vihara (routine), Aushadha (herbs), and Manasa (mind). My goal’s not to mask stuff—it’s to fix what’s actually underneath it. I love seeing someone feel at ease in their skin again. That’s something. Nutrition isn’t separate either—it’s the base layer really. I help ppl reconnect with meals that actually nourish based on who they are, what their day looks like, even the weather sometimes!! Not calorie-counting but real balance. Sometimes food itself becomes the turning point in healing, and that never gets old to watch. Now with psychology in the picture, my work’s shifting deeper into mental-emotional spaces too—chronic anxiety, self-image issues, low motivation. I’m learning how the mind clings to patterns even when the body wants to heal. That’s where Ayurveda really shines—treating the person not just the diagnosis. I try to make each consult a space where ppl feel safe to slow down, breathe, ask things they were too shy to ask before. The idea isn’t instant change—it’s building rhythm, choice by choice. Healing, for me, is more than symptom-fixing—it’s teaching someone how to stay better. That’s what I keep showing up for, even when it’s not simple. And maybe that’s the whole point anyway.