Our Team of Ayurvedic Experts — page 77

I am an Ayurvedic physician with 17+ years of practice, sometimes feels strange when I look back how many diff places and ppl I worked with. My journey started in 2007 at Parathuvayalil Hospital, Cochin, where I worked as Resident Medical Officer & Panchakarma Specialist. Those days were all about learning through real patients, the tough grind of classical panchakarma therapies, not just theory. In 2009 I shifted to Carmelia Heaven Plantation Resorts, giving wellness consultations in a resort atmosphere, a very diff vibe but it teached me how Ayurveda can adapt to lifestyle healing too. Then I joined Sarathy Ayurveda Hospital, Aluva in 2009–2010, where the exposure was again more clinical, everyday patients, chronic condtions, long follow ups. 2010 marked a huge turn when I moved to Russia, Atreya Ayurveda in Moscow. Working there till 2013 showed me how Ayurvedic medicine can cross cultures, but also challenged me to keep the authenticity intact. Explaining Panchakarma and herbal protocols to non-Indian patients was not easy, yet it expanded my view. Later, in 2014 I came back to Kerala, worked at Amrita Life Medicines in Kollam, while also running my own small clinic till 2016. Both roles gave me balance of community practice n professional setting. In 2017 I again went abroad as Chief Physician at the Hospital Sanatorium of Ministry of Finance, Atreya Ayurveda, Domodedovo. That post was more responsible, handling complex cases, coordinating treatments, also teaching sometimes. Since 2018 I am settled in Thrissur District, running Chaithanya Clinic, where I focus mainly on chronic and lifestyle disorders—metabolic issues, musculoskeletal probs, stress-linked illnesses, detox and preventive care. Across all these years, what stayed with me is that Ayurveda is not just about medicine or oil treatments, it is about listening closely and guiding ppl through slow but steady healing. My expertise remain in Panchakarma, detoxification, herbal formulations, managing long-term conditions. I try to keep care patient-centered, ethical, sometimes questioning my own methods to refine better.

I am an Ayurveda graduate from VPSV Ayurveda College, Kottakkal—a place where you don’t just study Ayurved, you live it. During my rotatory internship, I got the kind of clinical exposure that really opens up your thinking. I spent months in different departments—taking cases, understanding diagnosis both from shastra view n clinical angle, doing OPD, handling IPD rounds... and yeah, sometimes just listening quietly to patients when they had too much on their mind. Under guidance of seniors, I learned how to plan treatment—not just prescribing medicine, but seeing what kind of body-mind prakriti the person has, how strong their agni is, what the symptoms are really pointing toward. I was part of Panchakarma procedures too—not just reading about them but actually preparing the dravyas, assisting in basti, virechana, abhyanga etc. That hands-on stuff teaches you patience. Timing. Clarity. Medicine preparation was another side I got into—helping in churnas, kashayams, oil prep n even measuring doses right for diff prakriti. We also had exposure to nadi pariksha, assessing ama, dhatu balance, and how diet n lifestyle tie into recovery. One thing I learned fast is, each patient walks in with symptoms—but the root? It’s rarely what they first say. You need to dig a bit deeper, ask better. I’ve always tried to blend the classical principles with modern clinical sense—not getting stuck to either side too rigidly. Like if there’s a thyroid case, I’ll see the TSH levels, sure... but I’ll also ask about sleep, bowel habits, emotions, because that’s where real diagnosis begins. My training showed me how both science n intuition work together in this field. Ayurveda isn’t just about treating—it’s about seeing. Feeling. Listening. That’s what I carry with me now in every consultation.

I am working as a consulting Ayurvedic doctor with few online wellness platforms right now—like [www.cannavedic.in](http://www.cannavedic.in), [www.hempiverse.in](http://www.hempiverse.in), and [www.aarogyacbd.com—and](http://www.aarogyacbd.com—and) honestly, it’s been quite a shift from the usual in-clinic work. Over the past year, these roles let me connect with patients across states, sometimes even outside, who are looking for more than just quick symptom relief. Many come in with chronic health problems, lifestyle related issues, or just plain confusion about where to start with natural healing. My focus is still very much rooted in classical Ayurveda—understanding a person’s prakriti, spotting imbalances, figuring what habits are keeping them stuck—and then creating plans that actually feel doable in their day to day life. Alongside that, I work with plant-based solutions like hemp and CBD formulations, especially for cases of pain, anxiety, insomnia, digestion troubles, and joint stiffness. It’s not about replacing Ayurveda, but about blending traditional herbs with these modern plant compounds when it makes sense and when it’s safe. Consultations are over chat, audio, video—sometimes all three if needed—and I try to make them less rushed, more like a conversation than a checklist. That gives me the chance to also guide on diet tweaks, seasonal routines, herbal supports, or even mild Panchakarma-inspired detox that can be done at home without turning life upside down. This online work also made me a lot sharper in quickly assessing conditions remotely, spotting what info matters, and making sure patients actually understand why I’m suggesting a certain remedy or change. End of the day, my aim hasn’t changed: help people work with their body’s own healing system rather than against it, using methods that are natural, personalised, and grounded in evidence where possible.

I am Dr. C. Srinivas. been with Ayurveda for a while now — practicing, managing clinics, sometimes doing both at once honestly. Right now I run my own Panchakarma setup in Hyderabad. Small team, focused space, but we do solid work. Before this, I was a Senior Ayurveda Vaidya at Vaidya Nithi Panchakarma & Wellness Centre in Slovenia (ya, Europe!) and that phase was kinda eye-opening... treating people from all over, diff constitutions, diff expectations, some came straight from allopathy, some were already deep into alternative paths. Helped sharpen my skills a lot, esp. in figuring out the right approach without overdoing it. One thing I’ve leaned into more over time is *Nadi Pareeksha*. Not just as a tradition, but as a seriously accurate way to catch what’s off in someone’s system — sometimes before they even finish talking. It’s not magic, but it does feel kinda intuitive once you’ve done it a few thousand times. I’ve seen it help big time in cases where symptoms were all over the place, or chronic stuff no one could pin down. Whether it’s digestion, hormones, sleep, whatever — once we see the root, the treatment gets way more precise. Herbs, therapies, routine tweaks — all that starts to make real difference. Also, I had a stint at Baidyanath Life Sciences as Senior Head of Ops. Whole other world there — big systems, daily ops, wellness planning for high volumes. Lot to learn managing things at that scale, and it did make me better at how I run my own clinic now. Not just medically but logistically too. I’m kinda always working on keeping it real — using classical Ayurveda but making it click for ppl today. Whether that’s through Panchakarma, herbs, or just teaching someone how to eat/sleep better — I don’t think any of it works unless the patient gets *why* we’re doing it. That’s what I try to bring into every case I handle.

I am a general physician still kinda early in my journey—about a year in—but that one year’s honestly felt like way more. Being on ground every day, I’ve seen a real mix—flu cases turning out to be dengue, random fevers that don’t go away, patients with acid reflux that’s actually masking diabetes, those things keep you sharp. I handle all sorts: common colds, gut upsets, BP issues, sugar fluctuations, even the mild cardio complaints that look small but need real attention. I’m big on listening properly—like actually hearing out what ppl are trying to say between symptoms. Sometimes it’s not even about the meds, it’s about someone feeling safe to ask if their headache’s from tension or BP or just skipped meals. I try and piece things together without rushing. And yeah, I care about prevention—not just cure. I often find myself explaining basics: how to eat cleaner, why water matters, what that afternoon slump may mean, even hygiene stuff when it's needed (which—trust me—is often). I like staying updated too—not just textbooks but newer patterns we see with lifestyle illnesses. I don't jump to conclusions fast but also don't over-complicate things either. That balance I’m still working on. And every case, even if it’s “just a cold,” teaches me smthng—how ppl cope, how small things become big if ignored, and how trust builds over time. I honestly want patients to leave feeling like ok, they were understood, not just prescribed. That’s how I’d want it too if I were on the other side of the table.

I am working right now as a Consultant Ayurvedic Ano-Rectal Surgeon at Bhrigu Maharishi Ayurvedic Hospital in Nalgonda—and yeah, that name’s quite something, but what really keeps me here is the kind of cases we get. My main focus is managing ano-rectal disorders like piles (Arsha), fistula-in-ano (Bhagandara), fissure-in-ano (Parikartika), pilonidal sinus, and rectal polyps. These are often more complex than they look at first, and they get misdiagnosed or overtreated in a lotta places. That’s where our classical tools come in—Ksharasutra therapy, Agnikarma, and a few other para-surgical techniques we follow from the Samhitas...they’ve been lifesavers honestly. My work here pushes me to keep refining surgical precision while also sticking to the Ayurvedic core. I do rely on modern diagnostics when needed, but I won’t replace the value of a well-done Nadi Pariksha or assessing dosha-vikruti in depth. Most of my patients come with pain, fear, and usually after a couple of rounds of either incomplete surgeries or just being fed painkillers n antibiotics. And I totally get that frustration. That’s why I combine surgery with a whole support plan—Ayurvedic meds, diet changes, lifestyle tweaks that actually match their prakriti. Not generic stuff off a handout. Over time, I’ve seen that when people follow the whole protocol, not just the procedure part, the recurrence drops a lot. I’m quite particular about follow-up and wound care too, ‘cause we’re dealing with delicate areas here and ignoring post-op can ruin outcomes. Oh and yeah—I care a lot about educating folks too. I talk to patients in OPD, sometimes give community talks, just to tell people they do have safer options than cutting everything out under GA! I still study Shalya Tantra like it’s a living document. I try to stay updated with whatever credible advancements are happening in Ayurvedic surgery, but I filter what’s fluff and what’s actually useful. At the end of the day, my aim is to offer respectful, outcome-based care that lets patients walk out without shame or fear. That’s really what keeps me grounded in this field.

I am practicing Ayurveda with a mix of old-school faith & just everyday real-world work. My base is solidly classical—Nadi Parikshan, Prakriti reading, that kind of stuff—but I kinda lean into understanding the person too, not just the dosha map. Most of my hands-on learning came during those health camps I did with private ayurveda setups... didn’t realize then how much they’d shape my way of seeing patients now. You talk to 100+ strangers in a day, you feel the difference between textbook and truth. Pulse diagnosis really stuck with me, it just felt right, like a deeper conversation without saying much. I usually do a mix of Nadi + verbal ques to get a full picture before I start building a plan... and no two plans are same. I’m especially into treating joint pains—rheumatoid arthritis being one of those conditions where ppl come in desperate, tired, frustrated... and I do my best to ease that through both internal meds & local therapies. Sometimes all they need is someone to listen for 5 minutes without interrupting, fr. Mental wellness and sexual health... yeah, I’ve worked with those too, and I try to be really careful there. The trust factor matters a ton. I keep my space super confidential, zero judgment, just care. Also trained in Marma therapy and Viddha Karma—used both for stuck pain conditions or things that don’t respond to oral meds alone. Panchakarma is something I keep close, it’s not about overdoing it but using the right shodhana or shamana depending on what the body actually needs. I honestly believe long-term health isn’t about curing just symptoms. That’s why every patient of mine gets some piece of daily routine advice—nothing dramatic, just real changes. Some ppl don’t even need meds, just a small shift in sleep or food and they feel seen, understood. At the end of the day I wanna keep Ayurveda clean, human, & real. Something you don’t just read in books but feel in life.

I am Dr. Arun Sheoran, working as an Ayurvedic physician with my focus kinda fixed on chronic and autoimmune issues because they’re the ones people really struggle to get sorted. Passed my B.A.M.S. in 2018, then moved into post-grad in Panchakarma – that’s where I really dug deep into detox & long term disease handling through proper classical ayurvedic logic. My work now is a mix of theory & a lot of hands-on with conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondyltis, IBDs including crohns and ulcerative colitis. Also get quite a few neuro-muscular cases… paralysis, sciatica, cervical spondylosis, etc. I try to keep it evidence-informed but grounded – detox (Shodhana) when the body needs it, personalized herbs, panchakarma plans that actually fit the patient not just the textbook. Skin problems too are a big part of my work, especially psoriasis, fungal skin infections, dermatitis. These usually aren’t just skin-deep – they link with metabolism, immunity, sometimes stress, so my approach there is internal + external. Internal purification, diet tweaks, sometimes quite strict, plus herbal topical care. My belief is always root cause first, symptom suppression last. I want patients to not only feel better but stay better, cutting chances of relapse. That’s where diet, ritucharya, lifestyle, stress control all join in. If someone’s battling a long, repeating or autoimmune problem, I make sure their plan is tailored, practical and doesn’t leave them feeling lost after the treatment ends.

I am currently working as an Assistant Professor at RRAMC College, where honestly my day swings between teaching Ayurvedic fundamentals, mentoring students one-on-one, and getting into the grind of research that keeps Ayurveda alive in today's context. I don’t just teach from books—I kinda live it. Whether it's guiding a confused intern during rounds or debating classical references during lectures, I really try to make Ayurveda feel real and relevant, not dusty and frozen in time. Apart from academics, I’ve had my share of tough boots-on-ground moments too. During the COVID pandemic, I was on duty at a Covid Care Centre. That phase was rough—managing patients, oxygen levels, panic, everything. No script, just presence and fast decision-making. And when the Aapthamitra teleconsultations rolled out, I was also part of the team offering remote advice to ppl stuck at home, isolated, anxious. It wasn’t just medicine—it was comfort and clarity in chaos, if that makes sense. Before this role, I worked as a Medical Officer at PHC Magadi Road in Bengaluru. That place taught me a lot. You see everything there—from fever cases to pregnant mothers in labour to those regulars with chronic diabetes or knee pain who just walk in n chat about their BP. I learned what real primary care looks like—fast-paced but personal, limited resources but unlimited stories. I don’t believe Ayurveda is meant to sit only in pages. Whether I'm treating with classical herbal protocols or just talking to patients about their daily routines, it’s all about balance. I try to align treatments not just to the disease, but to the life around that disease. And yeah, I'm still learning. Reading. Listening. Updating myself through workshops, CME meets, and conversations with seniors who’ve walked this path longer. Ayurveda’s not static. It grows through each patient, each mistake, each curious student. That’s really what keeps me here.

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.