Our Team of Ayurvedic Experts — page 35

I am still grateful for those 8 months I worked as a Medical Consultant at Patanjali… feels short when you say it but in reality it was packed with learning. Every day brought a mix of patients – some coming in with minor seasonal complaints, others struggling with chronic issues they’d carried for years. I wasn’t just reading theory anymore, I was applying Ayurveda in real time, seeing how a well thought-out herbal formulation or a tweak in daily routine could shift someone’s health. My work was never about rushing through cases… I would take time for proper patient assesment, going into their history, looking at the dosha imbalances, sometimes noticing small details they didn’t even think to mention. From there, I’d build personalised treatment plans – herbs, diet advice, Panchakarma if needed, and small lifestyle changes that fit their life instead of overwhelming them. There were moments where a patient’s progress was slower than expected, and I had to adjust, rethink, and sometimes go back to the basics. That taught me patience, which honestly is just as important as clinical skill. I also got better at talking to people in a way that made them feel heard and safe, not just “treated.” I kept my focus on root-cause healing – not chasing symptoms but aiming for balance that lasts. By the end of those months, I felt more confident in diagnosis, clearer in treatment design, and stronger in my belief that authentic Ayurveda can still stand firm in today’s fast healthcare world… if practiced with integrity and care. And maybe that’s the part I value most – knowing how to merge textbook knowledge with human reality in the clinic.

I am working in this feild for about 24 years now, and honestly that number sometimes feels unreal when I think about all the people, cases, and lessons packed into it. Started with a strong base in Ayurveda, and over the years my work has sort of expanded into more integrated care… not just treating a disease but really looking at the person as a whole. I’ve dealt with chronic conditions that don’t respond easily, acute problems that needed quick thinking, and long recovery journeys where patience was as important as treatment. My approach isn’t one-size-fits-all – I keep it rooted in authentic Ayurvedic principles but adjust depending on what the patient actually needs right then. Sometimes that’s deep detox work, sometimes it’s more palliative care, sometimes lifestyle changes make the biggest difference. In all these years I’ve learned that no two cases are exactly same, even if the diagnosis looks identical on paper. That’s why I spend time understanding the history, the triggers, the patterns… little details that might not seem important at first but actually guide the whole treatment plan. I’ve seen how much trust matters too – if the patient doesn’t feel heard, even the best medicines lose half their effect. That’s why consultations for me are never rushed (though I’ll admit on busy days I wish I could clone myself). Some of my most rewarding work has been helping people who had almost given up, whether from pain that wouldn’t go away or health issues they thought they had to just “live with”. Blending classical Ayurveda with a practical, patient-centered approach keeps my work fresh, even after two decades. And honestly… I still learn something new from my patients all the time – which I guess is why 24 years later, I’m still just as committed to this path.

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 have been practicing as a General Practitioner for the past 45 years, consistently serving a large and diverse patient base through both Outpatient (OPD) and Inpatient (IPD) services. My long-standing commitment to patient care has allowed me to develop deep clinical insight and practical experience in managing a wide variety of acute and chronic health conditions. Over the years, I have earned the trust of countless patients and families by offering reliable, ethical, and patient-centered medical care. In addition to my clinical work, I am also a certified Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) Expert and a Mental Wellness Coach, which enables me to support patients beyond physical health, addressing emotional well-being and psychological resilience. I integrate NLP techniques and mental wellness counseling into my practice, empowering patients to better cope with stress, anxiety, and lifestyle challenges alongside their medical treatment. My approach combines evidence-based medical protocols with an empathetic and holistic perspective, aiming to promote not just disease management but also long-term health and wellness. I believe that every patient deserves individual attention, clear communication, and a treatment plan tailored to their specific needs. I continue to be passionate about learning and refining my skills to serve patients with the highest level of care.

I am a graduate in BAMS and MD Ayurveda from Government Ayurveda Medical College and Hospital, Bengaluru – a place that really shaped my way of looking at health and disease. Those years were not just about reading classical Ayurvedic texts but also handling real patients, real problems, and learning how theory meets the ground. The exposure to both traditional Ayurvedic wisdom and modern diagnostic methods gave me a balance I rely on every single day in practice. During my training, I worked on a variety of clinical cases – some straightforward, some so complex they made me rethink my own approach. That’s where I understood the depth of Shamana (palliative care) and Shodhana (detox therapies), and how combining them with simple but powerful lifestyle changes can shift a patient’s health completely. I’m not much into chasing symptoms away for a while… I focus on why they’re there in the first place. Every patient comes with their own story, and I try to make treatment plans that actually fit their life, not just look good on paper. Sometimes it’s about herbs and diet, sometimes more about guiding them to break small habits that slowly damage health. The aim is always authentic and ethical Ayurveda – nothing diluted – with long-term wellness in mind. I also believe strongly in teaching patients about preventive health, because the best treatment is the one you don’t need later. And even now, I keep studying, refining, and learning… because the more I know, the more I realise there’s always more to understand in this field. That’s what keeps my work alive.

I am Dr. Vinayak Girish Galatage, working as an Ayurvedic pediatrician and mostly dealing with those tricky childhood issues that dont just go away with a single pill or syrup. My focus is on developmental disorders, growth problems, and infectious diseases in kids – but I look at them all through the classical Ayurveda way, not just symptom chasing. Over the years, I’ve met children with ADHD, autism spectrum conditions, speech delays, and other neurodevelopmental challenges… and honestly, each one teaches me something new about patience and precision in treatment. I work by first understanding the child’s prakriti – their unique constitution – because two kids with the “same” diagnosis may still need completely different therapies. The treatments I use are a mix of Ayurvedic herbal formulations, dietary changes, gentle detox when needed, and lifestyle tweaks that parents can actually follow at home without feeling overwhelmed. I try to keep the clinic environment friendly, no intimidating stuff, just a space where kids feel safe and parents feel heard. I’m not only looking to reduce symptoms but also to dig into the root causes – whether it’s imbalanced doshas, diet errors, or environmental factors – and then work steadily toward restoring balance. Watching a child slowly improve in focus, speech, growth or immunity is kind of the reason I keep doing this every day. And yeah, some cases take longer, progress comes in small steps, but those moments when a parent says their child is eating better, sleeping well, or finally speaking more words… that’s worth everything. My aim is to keep combining the depth of traditional Ayurvedic pediatrics with a practical, evidence-based approach, so healing is both effective and sustainable.

I am working in this feild for around 20 years now, and honestly even after all this time every patient still teaches me something new. When I started, I thought experience would make things simpler, but in healthcare it actually makes you see more shades… nothing is ever exactly the same. Over these two decades I’ve managed cases from the very routine to the ones where you barely sleep at night thinking if you did enough. My work has covered preventive care, chronic disease management, and those complex cases that need a mix of sharp clinical judgement with patience. I tend to focus on long-term healing rather than quick symptomatic fixes, because I’ve seen how rushing can make things worse later. I also put a lot of effort into patient communication – explaining things in a way they actually get, without drowning them in medical jargon. Sometimes I use methods or approaches I learnt early in my career, other times I adapt new protocols if they make sense for the patient’s safety and outcome. In these years, I have watched medical science evolve, but one thing stays constant: the need to truly listen before you treat. And maybe that’s why, even after 20 years, I still approach each case with the same attention I had on my first day… just with a little more wisdom and a few more grey hairs to prove it.

I am working in Pure Ayurveda for over 4 years now, and honestly the thing that drives me the most is seeing how classical Ayurvedic principles still work so powerfully even today. My approach is pretty simple but also detailed – look at the whole person, not just the symptoms, figure out what’s actually disturbing their balance, and then bring in the right herbal medicines, therapies, and lifestyle steps. I run my Ayurvedic treatment center with that in mind every single day. Skin disorders are one area I spend a lot of my time on… psoriasis, eczema, acne – the chronic ones that just don’t go away with quick fixes. I use a mix of custom herbal blends and Panchakarma therapies, and yeah it takes time, but that’s how we get lasting results, not temporary relief. I also work a lot on kidney issues – nephrotic syndrome, chronic kidney disease, other renal problems – creating treatment plans that aim to support kidney function and slow down the decline, instead of just waiting for things to get worse. Then there’s gut health, which is honestly linked to almost everything else. IBS, IBD, GERD – these I approach by finding root causes through Ayurvedic diagnostics, then giving herbs, diet guidance, and if needed, detox therapies. I also treat piles, fissures, fistulas – often using Ksharasutra therapy alongside herbs and lifestyle adjustments, because surgery isn’t always the only way. I keep everything patient-centered… tailoring plans to each person’s Prakriti, current health status, and the stage of their disease. At the end of the day, my goal is just to help people heal naturally, in a way that feels sustainable and true to the core values of Ayurveda, not just a quick prescription and goodbye.

I am working as a gynecologist and infertility specialist, which means most of my days revolve around helping women with their reproductive health and guiding couples who are struggling to conceive. Sometimes it’s about solving straight forward issues like irregular cycles or hormonal imbalance, other times it’s long complex cases where the cause of infertility is not so easy to find… and that’s where patience and detailed evaluation really matters. I focus a lot on understanding each patient’s history—medical, emotional, lifestyle—because fertility is not just a set of lab reports. In my work I deal with a wide range of gynecological problems… menstrual disorders, PCOS, endometriosis, recurrent miscarriages, and even high-risk pregnancy care. For infertility cases, I use a combination of targeted diagnostic tests, evidence-based medical treatments, and if needed, advanced assisted reproductive techniques like ovulation induction or IUI. My goal is always to choose the safest and most effective path for each patient, not just the fastest. I also spend time educating patients about how diet, stress, and daily routine can affect reproductive health. Many times, small lifestyle changes work together with medical treatment to improve the chances of success. And honestly, the best part of my job is when a patient who had almost given up hope sends me a message saying they are expecting—it makes all the late hours worth it. There are challenges too… infertility can be emotionally exhausting for patients and it’s important for me to be both a doctor and a source of support. I try to keep communication open, honest, and practical, even if the news is not always what they wanted to hear. My aim is to guide them through every stage, with the same level of care I would give to my own family.

I am working in Ayurveda for over 21 years now and honestly still learning everyday from the people who walk into my clinic. My main focus is on chronic diseases, the kind that stick around for years and keep troubling… arthritis in its many forms like osteoarthritis, rheumatoid, even gout – these are conditions I deal with a lot. I use proper herbal medicines, Panchakarma detox work, and lifestyle changes that are actually practical for the patient to follow. Many times pain goes down, movement comes back slowly, and people feel like they got part of their life again. Kidney issues are another area I spend a lot of time on – chronic kidney disease, reduced function – aiming to slow the damage and support whatever function is still there, with safe plant-based meds, no harsh stuff. Diabetes too, that’s a big one… I work on balancing sugar, preventing those complications that creep up, through herbs, diet plans that fit into real life, and daily habits patients can manage. There’s also work I do in supporting cancer patients, not as a cure but to make them stronger during treatment – boosting immunity, improving appetite, giving some relief from fatigue. Same with gut problems like IBS, where small changes in digestion can make a huge diffrence in comfort. My way is always to sit with the patient, hear their full history, check Prakriti, think about what’s at the root. I don’t push one-size treatments – everything is tailored. End of the day, I want it to be safe, effective, and something they can keep up long term.