Our Team of Ayurvedic Experts — page 44

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 a Naturopathy and Yoga physician who kinda found my footing through hands-on work over the last 4 years—real people, real conditions, and often lots of layers under the surface. My thing isn’t just “manage the problem and move on.” I honestly care about figuring out why someone’s tired all the time or why their thyroid keeps fluctuating or their stress never really settles even when everything looks fine on paper. In my work, I try to go deep into what’s messing with balance, whether it’s food routines, blocked elimination, screen overload, poor sleep, or stuff like long-unspoken mental fatigue. I don’t do cookie-cutter plans—I mix up tools like therapeutic yoga (which btw isn’t just asanas, it’s how breath & posture affect the system), hydro or mud therapy when needed, and herbal support only when it fits. Detox is another key part for me—but practical, not harsh. I tailor protocols depending on prakruti, lifestyle, and the current state of agni, not just textbook stuff. Mostly I work with ppl dealing with lifestyle mess—diabetes, BP, thyroid funk, PCOS, insomnia, joint pain, headaches, and yeah...anxiety or just burnout too. I’ve seen how pranayama plus subtle shifts in timing & food can totally change a patient’s energy over weeks, without them needing to depend on long-term meds all the time. Sometimes I wonder if patients expect a “miracle” just from a single yoga session—but honestly, when they do the little things daily, you can see the transformation. That’s what keeps me going. Also, I stay plugged in to newer methods and research via workshops, and I like bouncing ideas off peers too. Healing's dynamic. And nature isn’t slow—it’s just deeper. To me, health is more than not being sick. It’s calm digestion, easy breath, clarity in thought, and sleeping without the fan of worries running nonstop. I try to hold space for that in my clinic—not perfect, but intentional.

I am someone who kinda found my rhythm in Ayurveda over time—not all at once. I actually started way back in 2009, working hands-on in an allopathic gynecology department, which sounds unrelated at first, but honestly? that’s what gave me a pretty solid sense of how women’s health needs to be seen from both sides—clinical urgency and long-term balance. That early phase made a big difference in how I approach things now. After that, I moved into the pharma side of Ayurveda. For three years I was at Lakshmi Seva Sangam in Gandhigram, managing production and quality control for Ayurvedic formulations. Not a small thing—tracking standards, monitoring batches, sticking to classical procedures, making sure no shortcuts were taken. Stuff like that made me appreciate what goes into each taila, leham, or choornam—beyond just what you see in a bottle or label. There’s a whole science behind potency and shelf life, and yeah it’s tedious but necessary. That part really deepened how I view dravya (herbs) and formulations when I prescribe now. Since 2019, I’ve been running my own clinic. Small setup, but I like it that way—lets me actually see the person, not just the symptom. I do a mix of classical diagnosis—nadi, dosha analysis, all that—with practical stuff like diet guidance and seasonal detox (when needed). I mostly work with lifestyle diseases, long-standing gut stuff, hormonal irregularities, PCOS, things like that. People come in with 10-year issues and so many failed meds—I try not to just treat, but also explain what’s happening inside their system. That education piece matters to me a lot. I’m not here to preach Ayurveda as magic, but I do belive that when it’s used properly, it really works. My aim? keep it real, honest, accessible—make it work for daily life, not some fantasy health ideal. Every day’s different, and the learning honestly never stops, which I kinda like.

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 Dr. Hemal Shah, an Ayurvedic physician with an M.D. in Ayurveda, trained in Mumbai and working full-time with people who are honestly just tired of temporary fixes. I’ve spent over 6 years in focused clinical practice—most of it rooted in Panchakarma and deep classical healing work. My main areas include digestive issues (Ajirna, Agnimandya, IBS etc.), skin stuff like psoriasis and eczema, infertility cases, and joint-muscle complaints that just keep flaring up for no reason (or at least that's how ppl feel). I mostly approach things from the basics—prakruti, agni, ama, samprapti—because unless we figure that internal terrain, nothing really holds up long-term. Every case starts with listening. Not just to symptoms, but lifestyle, sleep, stress patterns, subtle emotional cues. Then I combine what’s needed: customized detox via Panchakarma, herbs (not always dozens—just the right few), simple diet tweaks that don’t overwhelm, and corrections in routine that actually fit into the patient’s day. I’m not into “one-size-fits-all" therapies. I’ve seen how healing changes when plans match the person’s nature, pace, and real-life limitations. I work a lot with hormonal issues—irregular cycles, PCOS, unexplained infertility—and I’ve learned that many times, calming the system down is the first real step. Same goes with skin—the flare ups are usually telling us something’s off inside. I don’t rush that part. At the same time, I’ve done clinical research on depression too. That showed me how Ayurveda’s mind-body approach—sattvic food, medhya rasayanas, grounding routines, and even small rituals—can shift mental health in a way that’s both subtle n’ powerful. It made me more attentive to how emotional patterns show up in physical symptoms... and vice-versa. Honestly, what I’m trying to do is keep Ayurveda real. Not textbook Ayurveda, but the living kind—the one that adjusts, listens, and evolves with each person. I want my patients to feel they have agency again, that their health is something they can actively shape, not just manage with pills or patchwork. Whether it’s a chronic issue or just this sense of “not feeling right,” I try to be there and offer something that lasts beyond the clinic table.

I am currently working as Chief Ayurvedic Consultant at Madhavbaug Advanced Ayurvedic Hospital & Clinic, and honestly, everyday feels like a new learning. With 4+ yrs of clinical practice in Ayurveda, I mostly deal with metabolic messes like diabetes, obesity, blood pressure issues — and often they come mixed up with digestion problems, chronic fatigue, or even joint stiffness n' random pains that just don't go away. Some days are heavy, especially when someone walks in hopeless, tried everything else and still struggling. I mostly begin with detailed history and yeah—Nadi Pariksha plays a big role in how I understand where exactly the imbalance is. I don’t rush through that. Every case for me starts at the root, like okay—what’s not working inside and why. Based on that I use herbs, diet (and it’s not always just boiled stuff, btw), structured lifestyle corrections, and therapies like Panchakarma when needed. Rejuvenation through Rasayana is something I hold close, esp. in recovery & prevention stages. One thing I feel matters a lot is the patient actually understanding what's happening in thier own body. That’s why I try to teach about daily routines (dinacharya), ritucharya...sometimes even small things like when to eat or sleep can turn things around. We use yoga, stress-relief practices too when there's anxiety or mind-related stuff tangled in the picture (which, trust me, is more often than people realise.) I work alongside a team that believes in integrative healing—not this vs that, but what truly helps the person. My job isn’t just managing symptoms but helping the body relearn balance. It’s challenging, not always smooth, but it’s worth every bit when someone tells you they finally feel like themself again. That’s why I’m here.

I am an MD in Ayurveda, specialized in Samhita & Siddhanta—which basically means I work a lot with the core principles, the real backbone of classical Ayurved. Right now I’m teaching as an Assistant Professor at VM Mehta Institute of Ayurveda, Rajkot, and alongside that, I’m also consulting patients—online and offline—trying to bring authentic, practical Ayurvedic care into daily life without making it overly complicated or intimidating. My focus clinically is mostly around digestion and metabolism ‘cause let’s be honest—that’s where it all starts to go wrong for most ppl. I work a lot with Ajirna, Amlapitta, Grahani stuff—basically things like indigestion, acidity, IBS-like gut issues—plus chronic stress and fatigue that just refuses to go even when test reports say “normal.” I use classical herbs, food routines, and day-to-day habits that align with one’s prakriti. Sometimes just changing when you eat can fix more than a pill does, if you really look at it. I’ve also built interest in Ritucharya (seasonal regimens) and detox plans. Not those trendy Insta detoxes but proper Ayurvedic ones that clear out accumulated doshas when timed right. Like there’s a certain logic to why we feel sluggish in one season and hyper in another—Ayurveda explains it way better than we usually notice. Academically I stay connected with the texts, cause that’s where the real gems lie... Charaka, Ashtanga, all of it. I enjoy interpreting them in today’s language. I also see a lot of stress, anxiety, insomnia cases—people tired but wired—and work with Ayurvedic psych tools, herbs and even simple breathing patterns to help settle down their system. I’m based in Gujarat but I do see patients across India thru video consults, which helps reach those who don’t have easy access to Ayurvedic setups locally. And yeah, I genuinely believe that healing isn’t always a quick fix—sometimes it’s about tuning the mind and body gently, but persistently, till things just start to click again. If that’s something you’re looking for, we could talk.

I am an Ayurvedic doctor who's kind of obsessed with finding that middle ground where classical Ayurveda and today's clinical medicine don’t just coexist but actually work together. It’s not always simple—balancing protocols from two worlds—but that’s sorta where I found my flow. I started out at Symbiosis University Hospital & Research Centre as a Resident Medical Officer. That place... honestly pushed me to act fast, think clearly in emergencies and still stay grounded in care. I worked closely with modern doctors too, which wasn’t new, but the intensity of acute settings made me rethink how Ayurveda can show up even in critical moments—not just slow-paced chronic care like ppl usually assume. Later, I moved into something quite specific—hair and scalp care—while working as a Consultant Ayurvedic Physician at VHCA Hair Clinic. Sounds niche, but trust me, the cases I saw were often emotionally heavy. Hair loss isn't just cosmetic for many folks. I created treatment plans using internal herbs, external lepas, and a ton of diet n habit tuning. Not everyone liked cutting back on spicy fried food or fixing sleep patterns, but it worked when they stuck to it. At Sai Rays Foundation, I got to work at a grassroots level—helping people who often couldn’t afford fancy meds or complicated procedures. That shaped a lot of how I look at “accessibility” in wellness today. And then I joined Traya Health’s teleconsult platform, giving online consults for hair issues again, but to folks from totally diff parts of India. Kinda wild to think how much reach we get now, through just a screen. I also hold a Post Graduate Diploma in Emergency Medical Services (PGDEMS) from Pune. That helped sharpen my clinical judgement during acute cases, which oddly enough, I apply even in Ayurvedic settings—especially when someone presents with a mix of symptoms that don’t follow textbook dosha logic. And oh yeah, I did a Certificate in Ayurvedic Cosmetology & Skin Care (CAC&SC) from Gujarat—helps a lot when I’m treating skin disorders from both internal and topical angles. I’m really someone who listens—maybe to a fault. I spend a lot of time during the 1st consult, just tryna figure out where things went off-track for the patient. Not just in the body, but also in their schedule, their food habits, their sleep... everything. The end goal? Getting ppl to feel better in a way that doesn’t require endless meds or just symptom-hopping. That’s where the real Ayurveda lives, if you ask me.

I am working as a general physician right now at Amar Polyclinic in Kiwale, Pune—and honestly, the journey to this point’s had its ups and lot of learning curves. I started off with my internship at NKJAMC, Bidar, where everything felt new and intense—early mornings, tons of patient interactions, figuring out how to not just read symptoms but actually listen to them, if that makes sense. That place really laid the ground for how I now approach primary care. Not just as "treat and discharge", but more like—understand the person behind the symptoms. After that I spent 2 years at Vishwa Hospital. Busy setup, lots of OPD and IPD flow. That’s where I really started feeling comfortable managing day-to-day stuff—chronic cases, infections, basic diagnostics, but also just... connecting with patients better. Then came Woodland Hospital, a smaller stint but with higher complexity. 1 year there exposed me to critical cases—emergency medicine, complications, things that needed quick decisions but calm hands. Honestly, kinda shaped my reflexes. But I’d say the real game-changer was Medicover Hospital, Hyderabad. Spent 4 years there, full-on exposure to multidisciplinary work. Working with specialists, handling referrals, managing both acute and chronic illnesses—diabetes, cardiac issues, asthma, viral fevers, whatever came thru the door. Patient load was heavy, which meant I had to stay sharp, trust my judgement, but also know when to refer or dig deeper. Also learned a lot about evidence-based practice there—using protocols, keeping up with newer updates. Now at Amar Polyclinic, my practice is more grounded. It’s about community care. People walk in with fevers, BP, sugar, gastric stuff or just confusion about meds—and I try to be that first point of clarity. I make it a point to explain things in simple words, share preventive advice too—not everything needs a prescription, right? Lifestyle matters. I focus on that a lot—specially with lifestyle diseases or seasonal problems.

I am working as an Ayurvedic doctor since 7+ years now, and honestly, every year sorta pulls me deeper into how powerful classical Ayurveda actually is—when you stick to the texts, listen to the body, and don’t rush the process. Most of my clinical time goes into treating ortho cases, digestive stuff, and long-drawn skin issues that just don’t go away with creams or random pills. In joint care, I usually see things like osteoarthritis, lumbar spondylosis, sciatica, frozen shoulder... the works. What’s helped? Well, Abhyanga, Basti, sometimes Lepana, but honestly, it’s not just one therapy. You gotta look at the dosha thing, at their agni, at muscle tone—all of it. I try to keep patients off painkillers long-term, cos that path just gets messier. Strength and function come back gradually with right treatment (and patience, which is rare nowdays tbh). Then comes gut issues—acidity, IBS, constipation, piles, even weird combo symptoms that modern diagnosis kinda misses. For these, I lean into Virechana, deep dietary shifts, and targeted herbs. I also did an extra diploma in ano-rectal diseases, which gave me good grip on managing fistula, piles, fissures—esp. using Ksharasutra. That technique really surprised me with how effective and sustainable it was when done right. Skin is another big space I work in—eczema, psoriasis, acne, fungal infections. Many ppl come after trying topical stuff for months, even yrs, and then we work backwards. I focus a lot on blood-cleansing (Raktamokshana), gut detox, and calming pitta. The skin reflects the inside—plain and simple, right? Sometimes that truth lands late but it does land. What I’ve learned over these yrs is that healing isn’t a quick fix, it’s something you build and protect. I try giving my patients tools and understanding, not just pills or protocols. That’s why even modern folks, once skeptical, start trusting Ayurveda—when it speaks to their body, they listen.