Thoughtful Ayurvedic care for long-term health, prevention, and complex conditions

I am Dr. Prasanna Kakunje, an Ayurvedic physician, teacher, and clinician practicing since 2002, with a focus on internal medicine (Kayachikitsa).

My work emphasizes preserving health, preventing disease progression, and offering realistic, individualized care for chronic and complex conditions—without quick fixes or exaggerated promises.

स्वस्थस्य स्वास्थ्य रक्षणं, आतुरस्य विकार प्रशमनम् || _{Charaka Saṃhitā, Sūtrasthāna 30.26}

Preservation of health in the healthy, and alleviation of disease in the ill.

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Prevention, Health Preservation & Daily Living

In Ayurveda, the foundation of wellbeing lies in Swasthya — the preservation of balanced health and prevention of imbalance before disease sets in.
My clinical work emphasises not just managing illness, but supporting individuals to stay healthy, resilient, and aware of how daily choices affect long-term wellbeing.

• Guidance on daily routines (Dinacharya) for core health stability
• Support for diet and metabolic balance based on prakriti and life context
• Advice on stress regulation and adaptive lifestyle choices
• Seasonal adjustments to maintain harmony through changing environments
• Early correction of minor imbalances to prevent progression

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This practice may be right for you if…

• You are dealing with a chronic, recurrent, or long-standing health concern
• You are looking for a thoughtful Ayurvedic approach rather than quick symptomatic relief
• You are willing to understand your condition and participate actively in the treatment process
• You value realistic guidance, patience, and long-term health planning

This practice may not be suitable if you are looking for instant results, one-time consultations without follow-up, or purely symptomatic treatment without addressing the root cause.

If this approach resonates with you, you may consider scheduling a consultation.

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How consultations work

Consultations are structured, thoughtful, and focused on understanding your health in depth. The process is designed to be practical, realistic, and collaborative.

1. Initial consultation
   • A detailed discussion of your symptoms, medical history, lifestyle, and current concerns, viewed through both classical Ayurvedic understanding and clinical reasoning.
2. Assessment & plan
   • Your condition is assessed in terms of doṣa involvement, disease stage, and contributing factors. A clear treatment plan is discussed, including medicines, diet, and lifestyle guidance.
3. Follow-up & refinement
   • Follow-up consultations help assess response, refine treatment, and guide the next steps based on how your body responds over time.

Consultations may be conducted in person or online, depending on the nature of the condition and practical considerations. Follow-ups are an essential part of care, especially for chronic conditions.

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Professional experience & roles

My work spans clinical practice, teaching, research, and wellness consulting. These roles inform each other and shape a practical, grounded approach to patient care.

• Ayurvedic physician with over two decades of clinical experience in internal medicine (Kayachikitsa) – practicing since 2002.
• Professor and postgraduate teacher in Ayurveda, involved in academic training and mentoring
• Experience in clinical research, outcome analysis, and evidence-based Ayurvedic practice
• Wellness and clinical consultant for hospitals, wellness centres, and integrative health programs
• Ongoing engagement with applied AI and data-informed approaches in Ayurveda

Further details about clinical work, academic involvement, and research interests are available in the relevant sections of this website.