Our Team of Ayurvedic Experts — page 33

I am currently working as an Associate Professor and Ayurvedic Consultant at a pretty well-known Ayurvedic college here in Karnataka. This mix of teaching and clinical practice kinda keeps both sides of me alive—like, one foot always in the Shastra and the other in actual patient care. I guess that’s what I like about it... I get to teach budding Vaidyas from texts like Charaka n all, but also sit with real patients facing chronic issues that don’t come with textbook clarity. In the classroom, I guide both UG and PG students—helping them actually *get* the link between Ayurvedic theory and practical work. Sometimes we’re deep into shloka discussions, other days we’re talking about how to handle a tricky IBS case or PCOD patient during rounds. I’m also pretty involved in research and department stuff—like case presentations, lit reviews, workshops, that sorta thing. It keeps the learning loop going, for me too tbh. On the clinical side, I usually deal with chronic lifestyle disorders, MSK problems, digestive stuff like Grahani and Amlapitta, female health issues, even some skin cases—each one needing its own pace, its own kind of attention. My consults start with a full read of a person’s Prakriti and Vikriti—without that, no use jumping to meds or therapy. I like building long-term plans with people—not just give herbs and send them off. Detox (Panchakarma), Rasayana, Dinacharya tweaks, food habits—it’s all part of it. I do believe education and prevention matter more than ppl think. Like—if someone actually *understands* their imbalance, they’re likelier to stick with care instead of looking for shortcuts. I also team up with fellow docs n students for collabs, paper reviews, sometimes just to debate the classics vs clinical questions. That exchange helps, makes me feel like I'm contributing back to Ayurveda, not just practicing it.

I am someone who’s had the chance to work in some pretty intense medical settings, and honestly that’s shaped a lot of how I practice today. I spent 2 years as a Senior Research Fellow in the Dept of Rheumatology at AIIMS Delhi—yea, one of those places where your clinical brain gets pushed hard. Most of my time there was deep in the world of autoimmune stuff—rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, spondyloarthritis, connective tissue disease—it was research but also very hands-on with patients. It wasn’t just theory or paper writing. I was involved in patient rounds, joint clinics, research reviews, academic discussions (some a bit too long tbh) but it all added up. I got to see how complex cases are handled from multiple lenses—immunology, imaging, pharma, lifestyle—and it sharpened my ability to pick subtle signs early. Working with senior rheumatologists there made me realize how crucial long-term planning and patient counseling really is. Meds matter, sure, but explaining what’s happening in someone’s body—that part’s not optional. After AIIMS, I worked as a Resident Medical Officer at Tulip Hospital for about a year. It was totally different vibe—faster pace, more acute cases, more “you need to decide now” moments. That’s where I learned to trust my instinct more, manage emergency meds, talk to families who are scared and need clarity, and yeah—balance chaos with calm, somehow. I’m very into patient-centric care—not in the fluffy sense—but really making sure people understand their diagnosis, what each medicine’s doing, and how they can participate in their recovery. Whether it’s someone coming in with swollen joints or weird fevers that don’t go away or even vague body pains that’ve been dragging for months—I don’t rush. I ask, I recheck, I explain. Medicine's not static for me—I keep updating myself with new rheumatology guidelines, emerging trials, whatever’s credible and practical. I believe chronic disease care needs consistency, not just cleverness. And if I can help someone manage a difficult diagnosis without them feeling totally lost in it—that’s the kind of work I wanna keep doing.

I am an Ayurvedic doctor who found my path in this science not just by study but by living it daily. Ayurveda to me isn’t only about herbs or therapies, it’s about reading the body and mind together and trying to see what imbalance is really happening underneath. When I sit with a patient I don’t just listen for symptoms, I listen for patterns—how they eat, when they sleep, what stresses them, even small habits that may look ordinary but slowly disturb doshas. My work mainly revolves around lifestyle disorders, chronic digestive troubles, skin diseases, stress-related complaints, and also preventive care. I use Panchakarma, herbal formulations, diet guidance, and personalized lifestyle corrections. But I don’t force therapies; if a person isn’t ready for long detox I plan small steps first. In obesity or diabetes cases even timing of meals makes bigger difference than people expect. With skin disorders like eczema or acne, I focus on gut correction first—cuz skin is often just the mirror of inside fire. I also guide patients in dinacharya and ritucharya, daily and seasonal regimens that help them stay balanced long-term. Many times patients don’t realise how powerful simple things like regular sleep cycles, seasonal food, or meditation can be. I explain in plain words, no jargon, so they can actually use it. My interest in pharmacology and dravyaguna helps me select herbs that suit prakriti-vikriti, not just general prescriptions. Through the years I saw people come back with relief not just in body but in how they feel mentally lighter, calmer. That’s when I know the treatment touched more than symptoms. Some cases are slow, some fast, but I keep patient trust at the center. I create space where they feel heard and respected—healing begins right there. Ayurveda for me is not frozen in books. I keep learning from classical texts, new research, and every patient who walks in. My goal is always safe, sustainable, natural healing—guiding people to not only recover but also understand their health enough to stay balanced for years ahead.

I am practicing Ayurveda on my own for around 20 years now and honestly, it’s hard to sum up what that feels like in just a line or two. Over these years, I’ve seen health problems change with time — lifestyle disorders becoming more common, stress showing up in ways people don’t even notice until it’s too late, and seasonal illnesses behaving a bit differently than before. My work is all about looking at the root of the problem, not just the part that’s hurting right now. Sometimes that means working with herbal formulations, sometimes with Panchakarma therapies, sometimes just changing how someone eats or sleeps. I’ve treated a mix of acute issues like fever, colds, stomach upsets, and chronic ones like arthritis, diabetes, skin diseases, and digestive troubles. Women’s health has also been a steady part of my practice, whether it’s menstrual irregularities, PCOD, or post-natal care. And I make time for children’s wellness too, especially through immunity-building practices like Suvarnaprashan. I guess what keeps me going is knowing that Ayurveda gives me so many tools to work with — it’s never just one formula for everyone. I like spending time understanding a person’s lifestyle, diet, and emotional state because without that, the treatment feels incomplete. Over two decades, I’ve learned that small, consistent changes can be more powerful than any single “big” remedy, and that’s something I always try to pass on to my patients!!

I am an Ayurvedic physician practicing out of Maharashtra, working independently now for 8+ yrs—though honestly it never feels routine. Every case feels new. I work mostly with chronic stuff, lifestyle disorders, gut imbalances, and long-standing skin problems that ppl say “don’t go away.” My whole practice is grounded in classical texts but I adapt it a bit depending on how the patient lives, what they eat, their work routine, family setup, mental load... everything. Because none of us are living in ancient times right? When someone walks in, I’m usually thinking about their prakriti right away, but also how their agni is behaving. That tells me a lot. I don’t jump into treating symptoms straight off—I’m more interested in why those symptoms are happening in the first place. Whether it’s PCOS or eczema or early diabetes signs, the root is usually somewhere deeper. I try to fix that root. Panchakarma works wonders there if done proper and not rushed—like Basti, Virechan, Nasya depending on the doshas involved. I’ve seen real progress with ppl dealing with psoriasis, thyroid issues, acne flareups, obesity-related fatigue, or even chronic constipation that just refuses to move. Diet helps but not on its own. I usually give food plans that’re more logical than strict—and we talk about habits, timings, combinations, what aggravates etc. That plus medicine and a few rituals like daily abhyanga or night routines—that’s where healing begins really. Also I'm pretty into Ritucharya. Changing seasons mess up people’s doshas a lot more than they think, especially in a place like Maharashtra where humidity and diet pattern don’t always match. Stress is another hidden layer. I do add some grounding practices for ppl who feel mentally restless—simple breathwork, warm decoctions, routine corrections. I don’t promise magic. I ask for effort. But when patients stick with it... the changes feel deeper, more solid. Less up and down. That’s what keeps me doing this.

I am Dr. Arun Desai, working in Ayurveda for 19+ years now, both online and offline. My clinic, Ayur Sanjivani, is at #44 B 1, Opp Adarsh Laundry, beside Tej Residency, near Kavalemath Somwaar Peth Cross in Tilakwadi, Belgaum – bit of a long address but patients seem to find it just fine. Over time I’ve learned that people today want relief fast but still safe and lasting. That’s where I mix the depth of classical Ayurveda with practical tweaks to suit this fast moving lifestyle. I don’t like giving something that just masks a symptom – I want to get to the root cause whenever possible. At the clinic, I try to keep things warm and easy to talk, not a stiff doctor’s table vibe. Whether it’s diagnosis, a Panchakarma session, or simple counseling, I want patients to feel they can ask anything, even small doubts. Education matters too – when someone understands why a certain diet or lifestyle change is needed, they actually follow it better. Treatments may include herbal formulations, diet charts, yoga routines, exercise plans, detox, anti-stress work – all depending on their prakruti and condition. Over the years, I’ve treated people from many walks of life – each case different, which keeps me learning. Some come for joint pain, some for skin problems, others for lifestyle disorders like diabetes or high BP. I still follow authentic Ayurvedic principles but adapt them so they work in today’s reality. And yes, I’m always updating my knowledge, making sure the practice stays ethical and effective, because for me, Ayurveda isn’t just treatment – it’s a way to help someone rebuild their health from inside out.

I am an Ayurvedic doctor with 3 years of clinical practice, and in this short time I already seen how deeply Ayurveda can change lives when applied with care and patience. At the start, I wasn’t sure if people would fully trust natural healing over modern shortcuts, but watching patients with long-standing gastric troubles, skin rashes, stress issues or hormonal disturbances slowly improve convinced me every day that I was on the right path. My work is not just about prescribing medicines, it’s about listening closely and then designing something that actually fits their prakriti and daily life. During these 3 yrs I handled cases ranging from digestive problems like hyperacidity and IBS to respiratory conditions such as asthma or seasonal bronchitis. I also supported women with menstrual irregularities and menopausal changes, creating diet and lifestyle plans that gave relief without depending on heavy medication. Mental health is another part of my interest—I meet many people struggling with stress, anxiety, poor sleep, and with Ayurveda, Panchakarma, counseling and small lifestyle tweaks I help them feel more grounded. My approach is always personalized. For one patient a detox through virechana or basti might be needed, while for another just a few changes in daily routine, herbal support and mindful eating can bring remarkable results. I also rely strongly on patient education—explaining in simple words why certain food or habits disturb doshas, and how small corrections bring long-term balance. That awareness makes patients part of their own healing journey instead of just waiting for prescriptions. Even in 3 years, the variety of cases gave me a wide exposure and also taught me humility—sometimes progress is fast, sometimes it is very slow, and you need patience to walk with the patient until results come. My goal is always clear: to provide safe, authentic Ayurvedic care that addresses root cause and helps people regain health in a way that lasts.

I am someone who actually learned the most not in a classroom but while working as a resident medical officer at Sriranga Ayurveda in Karnataka. That place kinda shaped how I look at patients—like not just their “symptoms” but whole life patterns.. what they're eating, how they sleep, stress cycles, daily habits no one usually talks about unless you ask twice. It was a full-time hands-on role, no fluff. Long rounds, real cases—some chronic metabolic issues, lot of skin stuff, plus nerve & joint complaints that kept coming with layers. We were seeing people from rural belt and city both, so you end up dealing with wildly diff expectations, access issues, sometimes weirdly delayed diagnoses too. I wasn’t just managing prescriptions. We had to plan Panchakarma schedules, decide when detox even made sense or when it’d be too risky. That’s where I really started trusting classical Ayurvedic logic—not just following texts but testing them with actual human outcomes. Worked on pulse assessment, prakriti analysis, diet corrections.. sometimes even dealing with patients mid-panchakarma reactions which—trust me—don’t always go textbook smooth. And yeah, the Sriranga team had senior Vaidyas who wouldn’t give you easy outs. You had to explain every step, every choice. That built some real discipline in case documentation, protocol consistency, & patient follow-ups too (which I feel gets overlooked in a lotta places). Also, side note—helped with organizing daily case discussions & a few camp set-ups for outreach stuff. Not a big deal maybe, but felt like I was part of something grounding. Anyway, working there made me less theoretical, more human-first in my approach. I still carry that mindset into my current clinical practice—always ask more, listen deeper, treat from the roots up.

I am an Ayurvedic physician with an MD in Ayurveda (2020), and honestly—my clinical path kinda shaped itself around Panchakarma and women’s health because that’s where I naturally felt the most drawn. I’ve spent a good few years working closely with chronic cases, hormonal stuff, and folks just trying to feel better after long cycles of imbalance. During my time at Shathayu Ayurveda (which went on for over 2.5 yrs), I was lucky to get exposed to a huge variety of chronic conditions—autoimmune trends, PCOS, fertility issues, stress-related flare-ups—you name it. Working daily on Panchakarma protocols, adjusting therapies to fit each Prakriti-Vikriti combo, and honestly listening to what patients weren’t always saying—that’s where I learned the most. Right now I’m working as a consulting doctor at Dr. Rekha’s Ayurveda where I continue focusing on things like irregular cycles, menopause challenges, infertility blocks, and overall hormonal wellness in women. I also work a lot with detoxification—classic Panchakarma like Virechana, Basti, sometimes Nasya depending on the case. Immune support is a big thing too—especially for clients who are juggling fatigue, poor sleep or recurring infections after covid waves. I'm a big believer in foundational care. That means not just herbs and oils and therapies but working with people to understand what their digestion is saying, how their mental health weaves into their symptoms, and which habits they can actually sustain long term. Classical texts are always my guide but I’m also mindful about matching the language and pace of today’s patients—some are ready to go deep, others need a bit more anchoring. I try to meet them where they are without losing what Ayurveda stands for. Still learning, honestly. But each person teaches me something new & reminds me why I do this.

I am Dr. Manjusha, an Ayurvedic physcian with a post-grad degree in Ayurvedic medicine n a lil over 5 years of clinical practice. I work at the place where ancient wisdom and modern lifestyle kinda meet. Not in a forced way, more like... organically? My thing is helping people feel better without just piling meds forever. I'm super into showing them how even small daily tweaks—like how they eat or sleep or even think—can reduce that heavy med dependence many folks end up stuck in. My process usually starts with understanding the person's prakriti (their body-mind blueprint basically), then doshic shifts, digestion, mental load, etc... all of it plays a role. Some patients come to me for knee pain, others for migraines, thyroid swings, or just this vague not-feeling-ok thing, and I try to make their plan theirs, not some one-size-fits-all chart. We look at their ahar, vihar, dinacharya. What’s practical, what’s not. I’m big on giving stuff that they can actually stick to, nothing fancy unless they want that. One thing I care a lot about is simplifying Panchakarma. It doesn't always have to be five-star resort level. I've been teaching patients how to safely adapt parts of it from home under guidance (of course!)—snehan, mild virechana, or even basic nasya. With right instructions and support, people really can manage more than they think. I also kinda dig education, not lecturing, just... talking plainly. Helping patients actually understand what’s going on, not just take what I say. Chronic cases are close to my heart—autoimmune patterns, long-standing hormonal mess, stubborn digestive stuff. And women’s health. It's weird how many ppl just normalize pain, or fatigue, or cycle issues, till they forget how good normal can feel. End of the day, I’m here to offer clarity and real support, not just herbs and charts. If you're ready to go deeper into your health story, not just patch it—maybe we work together. Maybe Ayurveda makes sense in your real life, too.