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Dr. Shekhar Annambhotla

Sudha Bulusu

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About the Conference

14.0 PACE (Professional Ayurvedic Continuing Education) Credits from AAPNA (Association of Ayurvedic Professionals of North America, Inc. USA

• Ayurveda & Heart Care

26 Featured Speakers

Tentative Conference Schedule

Saturday, October 23, 2021
​Conference Time: EST (Eastern Standard Time)

Time	Topic	Speaker	Sl. No.
09:00 am - 09:30 am	Ayurvedic management in Hridroga with special reference to cardiac diseases	Prakash Paltye, BAMS, MD-Ayu, Karnataka, India	01
09:30 am - 10:00 am	Prevention of Cardiovascular diseases in menopausal women through Ayurveda	Jasmine Gujarathi, BAMS, MD-Ayu, Gujarat, India	02
10:00 am - 10:30 am	Cardiac disorders in gynecology & Obstetrics	Dr. Vaishali Vasavda, BAMS, MS-Ayu, Gujarat, India	03
10:30 am - 11:00 am	Yoga and Tibetan Methods to Healthy Heart	Master Kamal Srinivas ​Thailand	04
11:00 pm - 11:30 am	Applied Swasthavritta in Heart Care	Kamlesh Mahajan, BAMS, MD-Ayu, Maharashtra, India	05
11:30 am - 12:00 pm	Preventive Cardiology in Ischemic Heart Disease	Shripathi Acharya, BAMS, MD-Ayu, PhD-Ayu, Karnataka, India	06
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm	Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy and Meditation for the Heart	Stephanie Brail, RAP, RAYT, RYT, Florida, USA	07
12:30 pm - 01:00 pm	​​A Public Health impact of Cardiovascular Menace in patients with Diabetes - A Challenge for Ayurveda	Dr. Sushant Sud, MD (Ayu), DHM, FRCP, CHSE, Gujarat, India	08
01:00 pm - 01:30 pm	Etiological factors of Cardiac disorders and their management-- An Ayurvedic Approach	Dr. Rashi  Sharma, BAMS, MD (Ayu), PhD (Ayu), Banaranas, India	09
01:30 pm - 02:00 pm	Nutritional Management for Reducing the Risk of Cardiovascular Diseases	Dr. Nita Sharma Das, PhD Haryana, India	10
02:00 pm - 02:30 pm	Pregnancy Induced Hypertension (PIH) and Ayurveda	Dr. Nilofar Shaikh, BAMS, MD-Ayu, Gujarat, India	11
02:30 pm - 03:00 pm	ECG according to manas guna, dosha And Hrudrog lakshana according to tridosh guna.	Dr. Sanyogita Shinde, BAMS, MD-Ayu, Maharashtra, India	12
03:00 pm - 03:30 pm	Atherosclerosis and Coronary artery disease - An Ayurvedic perspective	Vaidya. Vishwanath Guddadar, BAMS, ​Florida, USA	13

Sunday, October 24, 2021
​Conference Time: EST (Eastern Standard Time)

Time	Topic	Speaker	Sl. No.
09:00 am - 09:30 am	Management of Hypertension with Ayurveda and Yoga	Dr. Andhrika Kondeti, BAMS, LMT, RYT, MH, Virginia, USA	14
09:30 am - 10:00 am	Yoga as a therapy for cardiovascular diseases	Dr. HKBMS Karunaratne, BAMS, MD-Ayu, Sri Lanka	15
10:00 am - 10:30 am	Ayurveda - Prevention of Heart Disease	Dr. Vasantha Lakshmi Mutnuri, BAMS, MD-Ayu, Telangana, India	16
10:30 am - 11:00 am	Panchakarma perspective for treating various cardiac disorders	Dr. Harshavardhan Appaji Kalapati, BAMS, MD-Ayu, Andhra Pradesh, India	17
11:00 pm - 11:30 am	Ayurvedic Principles of Management of Hridroga (Heart Disease)	Dr. Nitin Juneja, BAMS, MD-Ayu, Punjab, India	18
11:30 am - 12:00 pm	Management of Cardiac Emergencies in Ayurveda	Dr. Krup Vasavda, BAMS, MD-Ayu, Gujarat, India	19
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm	Ayurvedic management of post-COVID sequel with special reference  to Krimija Hridroga	Dr. Pavitra Saran, BAMS, MD-Ayu, CRAV, ​Tamil Nadu, India	20
12:30 pm - 01:00 pm	Cardio-protective diet mentioned in Ayurveda: A research based explore	Dr. Swagata Tavhare, BAMS, MD-Ayu, PhD-Ayu, Gujarat, India	21
01:00 pm - 01:30 pm	Energy based Heart-healing exercise	Masha Penson, Licensed Psychotherapist, Spiritual Mentor, New Jersey, USA	22
01:30 pm - 02:00 pm	Diet and Lifestyle in prevention of Cardio Vascular Disorders ​	Dr. Dhanya Radhakrishnan, BAMS, Kerala, India	23
02:00 pm - 02:30 pm	Ayurveda provisions for healthy heart ​	Dr. Aparna Deshpande, BAMS, MD-Ayu, Gujarat, India  ​	24
02:30 pm - 03:00 pm	Dauhridaya - Taking care of Two Hearts during Pregnancy!	Dr. Anupama Sarjerao, BAMS, MD-Yoga, ​Maharashtra, India	25
03:00 pm - 03:30 pm	Proprietary Ayurvedic formulations and treatment for Vascular Disease, IHD, CAD	​Dr. Sujata Vaidya, BSc., MBA, PhD Maharashtra, India	26

Featured Speakers

Dr. Prakash Paltye, BAMS, MD-Ayu, Karnataka, India - Ayurveda Panchakarma Specialist. I did my under graduation from Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Hubbali. I did my Post-Graduation in the Department of Panchakarma from Sri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara College of Ayurveda and Hospital, Udupi. At present I am working as Associate Professor and Panchakarma Consultant in the Department of Panchakarma in Ashwini Ayurvedic Medical College, Hospital and Research center, Tumakuru. And has an experience of 9.5Years in Teaching and Practice of Ayurveda. I have published Research papers on 5 Clinical trials in peer reviewed journals. Has attended various international and national level Seminars & Workshops and also presented scientific papers and posters. Has actively conduced and participated in more than 200 Medical camps and Blood donation camps organized by various organizations. Has received various awards from different organizations.
Topic: Ayurvedic management in Hridroga with special reference to cardiac diseases
Abstract: Hridaya is One among the Kostanga. One among the Trimarma. One among the Dasha Pranayatana. Moolasthana of Rasavaha and Pranavaha Srotas. Sthana of Para-Ojus. (Vyadhikshamatva). Seat of Manas and Indriyas. Sthana of Sadhaka pitta, Avalambaka Kapha and Vyana Vata.That which causes discomfort in the hridaya is called Hridroga.If chala guna of vata increases due to strains work or heavy exercises then heart rate increases. If this continues for long periods then due to heavy work load cardiac muscles got hypertrophied and arrhythmia. If it again continued then heart muscle got fatigue leads to dilated cardiomyopathy. It leads to congestive heart failure. Ayurveda named it as Hridravata and Hridavyasa in vataj hridroga.Acharya charaka mentioned that guru and sthira gunatmak kaph deposits at inner lining of dhamanies called as ‘Dhamni pratichaya’ -a kaphaj naanatmaj vyadhi. Modern sciences called it as atherosclerosis, a one of the leading cause of coronary heart disease, MI, and stroke in young peoples.  Symptoms of kaphaj hridroga are guru bharikam uram ashmavruttam means chest heaviness like a stone is on chest, as seems in angina or MI.

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Dr. Jasmine Gujarathi, BAMS, MD-Ayu, Gujarat, India - working as a professor and head in department of prasuti tantra and stri roga. Post-graduation from IPGT & RA, Jamnagar, pursuing PhD studies. Published 47 research papers, delivered 50 guest lectures, published 4 books latest on Garbha samskara, founder member of academic NGO grand academic portal. Completed GUJCOST sponsored research project on herbal soup and herbal cookies on irregular menstruation and dysmenorrhea in young and adolescent girls. Passionate about delivering lectures on women empowerment and women health through Ayurveda.
Topic: Prevention of Cardiovascular diseases in menopausal women through Ayurveda
Abstract: Postmenopausal period is vulnerable time for women as she has to suffer from aging problems along with inevitable scars of menopause. Cardio Vascular disease in postmenopausal women is often underdiagnosed and under treated as clinical features are different in men and women. Diagnosis at a later stage leads to increase in number of deaths due to CVD is women. Kaphaja hridroga and medavritta vata are conditions specific to postmenopausal CVD. Use of shatavari as rasayana and other phytoestrogens in postmenopausal women prevents many complications like CVD and osteoporosis. It is necessary to understand this condition in terms of specific nidana in women to prevent and manage CVD.

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Master Kamal Srinivas, PhD, Bangkok, Thailand - He is known as one of the 8 greatest Indian Yoga Masters in the World & holds Guinness World Record in Yoga scale pose
• Ph.D. in Naturopathy and Yoga Management
• Doctor in Alternative Medicines – Nov 2014
• Ayurveda Wellness Counselor. Kerala Ayurveda, U.S.A, 2014
• Certified Ayurveda Practitioner, (CAP, NAMA -National Ayurvedic Medical Association), U.S.A June 2014
• Diploma in Yogic Sciences
• 200/500 hour Yoga Alliance USA Registered Teacher
• Certified Fitness Coach, Singapore
• Certified Fitness Instructor, FISAF, Singapore
• CPD Accredited Certification
• Certified Nutrition Coach, Level 1
• ADVISOR Committee - Association of Ayurvedic Professional of North America (AAPNA), USA
• CEO, KAYAMANA Wellness, Thailand
• Guinness World Record Holder for holding the longest Scale Yoga pose May 2018
Awards:

• Yoga Brahma Award 2015 at 15th International Ayurveda conference U.S.A
• Yoga Ratna Award- 8TH Asian Yoga Sports Championship, India 2018
• Gold Medalist in Yoga -2014 Malaysia
• Entered Limca Book of Indian Records for breaking 6 granite (cuddapah) stones with one stroke of his hand - 1994
• Gem Of Alternative Medicine- 2014
• Patanjali Memorial Award – Dec 2014
• Yoga Shoromani, Sivananda Yoga – Dec 2001
• Global Yoga Life Time Achievement Award-2018
• International Yoga Achievers Award-2020
• Author of 4 Books in Yoga and Ayurveda
• Performed 60 hrs. of Yoga Episodes on TV ‘Yoga for Everyday life’ Vietnam

Suresh Kamal Srinivas (fondly called Master Kamal/Dr. Kamal), South Indian born, is one such Yoga Master who has mastered different styles of Yoga since age 5 i.e., Hatha Yoga, Raja Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Kundalini yoga, Himalaya Yoga, Therapy and meditation. He also has mastered various martial arts (he is a 5Dan Black Belt) and various fitness sciences. He was initiated into the Himalayan Tradition Lineage by his GURU Maha Mandaleswara Swami Veda Bharati of the Himalayas. He created a new-age system of Yoga called “KRI YOGA”. The word ‘Kri means ‘action” and yoga means ‘union’. Taking action in creating a happy, healthy, joyful, bliss full life with Yoga. The practice of Kri Yoga is based on Vinyasana, a subtle, static, and dynamic (breath flow)yoga practice derived from ancient Hatha yoga, Raja yoga, Patanjali Ashtanga Yoga, and Ayurveda (sister of Yoga) methods together that give you the utmost benefits in removing toxins and improving physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health and wellbeing. He has introduced Yoga and Indian dance to south East Asian countries and had opened ways for many Indian yogis and Indian dance masters to teach and live abroad. His success in establishing Yoga in Asia has him honored in a book ‘The Great Indian Yoga Masters ‘which was launched in London in 2002, as one of the 8 Greatest Indian Yoga Masters in the World. He is the Visiting practitioner for "Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai"  and various International Hotels. He is a Life Coach, a personal trainer for many CEOs and Celebrities, master trainer for many yoga and fitness centers in Taiwan, USA, Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam and more…..Master Kamal travels around the world and gives life-changing lectures, workshops, seminars in yoga therapy, meditation, nutrition, nature cure, and Ayurveda healing therapies that transformed many people's lives for good.
​Topic: Yoga Tibetan Methods to Healthy Heart ​
Abstract:  Most of the heart problems are psychosomatic. Mind effecting body. Eating healthy, alone is insufficient to maintain healthy heart. It is more about developing and maintaining healthy mind, emotions and energies. Here in this session I will demonstrate simple effective techniques of yoga and tibetan methods that makes your heart healthy, increase lung capacity, blood circulation, brain health, strong immunity.
Keep your heart like a balloon ( smooth/ expansive / light ) and not like football (rigid/ thick / hard)
3 main learning objective of the presentation:
- Tibetan Box breathing for the robust health of the heart
- Breathing - the second heart
- Dharana- melting away stresses & tension

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Dr. Shripathi Acharya, BAMS, MD-Ayu, PhD-Ayu, Karnataka, India - is presently working as Director Academic in Muniyal Institute of Ayurveda Medical Sciences Manipal India . He has guided more than 15 PG scholars in Kaya Chikitsa department and authored 14 books and more than 150 scientific and research papers which were published so far. He had presented papers in Philadelphia USA, Washington USA, Glasgow UK, Beijing China, Milan Italy, Singapore , Colombo ,Sri Lanka , Dhaka, Bangladesh , Chiang Mai, Thailand . He has done oral presentations in webinars held in Sydney ,Melbourne ,Hongkong, Taipei, Bangkok, Johannesburg , London ,Manchester ,Paris, Zurich, and Washington . He is also member of ISPOR, New Jersey , SFE, Kolkata , Vigyan Bharathi , New Delhi and SVAK, Bangalore.
Topic: Preventive cardiology in Ischemic Heart Disease
Abstract: Ayurveda has important role in preventive cardiology. Ischemic heart disease is a most common disease in the world population. Through Ayurveda medicine , severity and progression of IHD can be checked. Ayurveda advocates disease specific medicines, pathya-apathya regimen and  diet therapy, daily walking ,practice of pranayama and Yogasanas, IHD can be prevented from progression and also managed effectively. Pushkara guggulu , Arjunarishta ,Lashuna ksheerapaka, and mriga shrunga bhasma are useful in this disease . Control of comorbid conditions like Diabetes mellitus, Hypertension and obesity should be controlled by other measures . Ayurveda and integrative medicine has a better role in the management of IHD.

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Dr. Pavitra Saran, BAMS, MD-Ayu, CRAV, Tamil Nadu, India - completed my B.A.M.S from Sri Jayendra Saraswathi Ayurvedic medical college , Chennai, India in the year 2009. I have worked in Kottakkal Arya Vaidya sala Agency in chennai for a brief period of time. Then I completed my post graduation in Panchakarma from S.J.G.A.M.C karnataka , completed in year 2014. My topic of dissertation was on Ardita (Bell's Palsy) "To evaluate the efficacy of Vishnu Taila as Nasya in Ardita w.s.r to Bell's palsy." I have given many poster presentations and attended many CME and medical camps during my UG days. Had always loved travelling and exploring various places and seeking knowledge wherever could. I had presented a paper in International Ayurvedic congress in London in year 2017. I currently work as a Medical officer in Arya Vaidya Chikitsalayam in Coimbatore. I have a 10 years clinical experience, and my expertise is on Women's health, skin diseases and musculo skeletal conditions. I also do love to paint and dance. I am a self taught fashion designer and handmade Jewellery designer. I do run a blog named "Kalpana Srishti Creations" where I share my Handmade Jewellery and crafts. I love writing articles in Ayurveda. I have also given few video presentations in Ayurvedic awareness and well being in our hospital youtube channel. I do love to teach Ayurveda and interact with students , and also always love to learn Ayurveda from peers and Gurus.
Topic: Ayurvedic management of post-covid sequel W.S.R to Krimija hridroga
Abstract: In the present state of pandemic world with increased Covid-19 related sequel one should ponder what Ayurvedic science heeds up about it. Heart anomalies are one of the paramount post covid conditions. The patient may have a preexisting heart disease which tends to flare up - post covid. Or due to viral involvement in the heart musculature the person may develop Myocarditis etc like condition post covid. Can palpitations be ignored? Predominantly Rasakshaya lakshana is seen post covid. Does it trigger the Krimija Hridroga should be looked into. Proper measures to avoid Punaravarthaka Jwaram, Apatarpana Chikitsa, Shodhanam followed by Rasyana Chikitsa are of utmost importance to tackle / avoid post covid heart issues.
Key words : krimija Hridrogam, Apatarpana Chikitsa, Shodhanam, Rasayanam, Post Covid-19 sequel.

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Dr. Nita Sharma Das, PhD, Haryana, India - an educator, author, and writer with an experience of more than 14 years in the Indian education and healthcare industry. I am a Member of Ph.D. Advisory Committee of Texila American University. I am an author of a course book for Mahatma Gandhi University named: Concepts of Health. I am a published author of The Herbal Remedy Book (available on amazon.com). As per academia, I am a Doctor of Naturopathy and did my Ph.D. in Alternative Medicine. I have basic graduation in pharmaceutical sciences and Post-Graduation Diploma in Hospital Administration. Herbal medicine and nutraceuticals are my specializations and area of research. I have regular publications in renowned national and international magazines for different disease profiles and treatment options, home remedies, health fitness regimes, herbal medicines, and wellbeing. 
Topic: Nutritional Management for Reducing the Risk of Cardiovascular Diseases
Abstract: Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a common cause of mortality across the globe. More than 80 million Americans have some form of cardiovascular disease. Different individual foods or nutrients have an impact on cardiac health. Nutrition obtains from the diet. In Ayurveda, a whole, plant-based diet has significant benefits as a preventive measure of such chronic illness. There are different opinions regarding the diet recommended for CVD patients. It is essential to know how dietary measures can reduce the risk of CVD incidence. Moreover, the general myth about diet for CVD can also be mitigated through research-based evidence.
3 main learning objective of the presentation:
1. Impact of Diet on CVD
2. Interesting Facts on Fatty nutrients in CVD Diet
3. Nutritional Recommendation to reduce the risk of CVD

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Dr. Kamlesh Mahajan, BAMS, MD-Ayu, Maharashstra, India - Assistant professor in the Department of Swasthavritta at Ass Govt Aided Ayurveda college Panchavati Nashik Maharashtra India, secretary of Nashik Ayurved Vyaspeeth, Delivered Guest lectures All over India and at international level
Topic: Applied Swasthavritta in Heart Care
Abstract: According to Ayurveda,Basic principles of Swasthavritta is Nidanparivarjanam. So in today's Scenario, Heart diseases that is  silent killer diseases causing mortality also, if not diagnosed and treated within the time. Non communicable Diseases causing various forms of metabolic disorders including Hyperlipidemia, Dyslipidemia, causing atherosclerosis and others form of triple vessel diseases, According to Ayurveda Hridya shuddhikaran chikitisa in the form of Diet practice, Detoxification procedure, and Yogic life style definitely will control the complications in the Heart Diseases

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Dr. Rashi Sharma, BAMS, MD-Ayu, PhD-Ayu, Varanasi, India - presently working as Associate Professor, Faculty of Ayurveda, IMS, BHU, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India. I have been participating and presenting on scientific research based on Ayurveda and Its Applied aspects in various International and National Seminar and Conferences. I have authored two text books based on Ayurveda CCIM curriculum.
Topic: Etiological factors of Cardiac disorders and their management-- An Ayurvedic Approach
Abstract: Heart is the most vital organ of our body. It plays major role in circulation of blood to whole body. Etiological factors are of utmost importance in preventing aspects of heart diseases. There are certain do's and don'ts in our daily life mentioned in Ayurveda for prevention of heart diseases. Management of heart diseases according to Ayurveda can prove to be more beneficial to the society since it has much more efficacy. By following Ayurveda we can keep our heart healthy and predict as well as prevent development of any disease.

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Dr. Aparna Deshpande, BAMS, MD-Ayu,  Gujarat,  India - presently working as Professor and head at G.J.Patel institute of Ayurveda studies and research Anand.  Gujarat, India. Academician having 16 years experience of teaching in Ayurveda Samhita Siddhanta department, author of ayurveda books, published article in peer reviewed journals, organized conferences and webinars. 
Topic: Ayurveda provisions for healthy heart
Abstract: Ayurveda has mentioned that heart is a matruja a matruj avayava viz. Maternal organ . Simultaneously it is an abode of mind and soul as well. It having shape like inverted lotus flower . Being an abode of mind it is an important organ hence to be taken care on emotional background also.Ayurveda has very baseline considerations regarding its maintainance.Hence along with physical causes of heart diseases ,pschycological causes are also having very prime role for the various abnormalities of heart .For the maintenance of healthy heart as well as for the therapeutics measures for diseased one , Ayurveda has very vast range of provisions .For taking care of this delicate still strong and strurdy organ various principles of Ayurveda are having very unique roll.

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Dr. Vasanta Lakshmi Mutnuri, BAMS, MD-Ayu,  Telangana,  India - Did MD in Dravyaguna, having 25 yrs of clinical experience, 18 yrs of teaching experience, paper preparation in National conference ,pain management ,Kuntala on Tricology etc.
Topic: Ayurveda -prevention of heart diseases
Abstract: Irrespective of age,sex,geographical and cultural background s there's a steady increase in cardiovascular diseases global ly.According to Ayurveda the heart is the seat of Rasadhatu sadhaka pitta etc.vitiated Rasadhatu and sadhaka pitta causes heart diseases. Food and lifestyle are main causative factors for heart diseases.The advancement in the field of diagnostic procedures and laboratory medicine has helped in the identification and management of heart diseases alot. The invassive management though is a boon,it has it's own limitations with reference to re-occlussion of arteries in a shorter period of surgery. The Ayurvedic concept of Aghni is more important in good nuetrient Rasa dhatu formation. Ayurvedic classics classified Hrudroga in to five types. Vataj,Pitta,Kaphaja,Sannipataja,and Krimija Hrudroga. Except krimija Hrudroga which is infectious origin (RHD,Endocarditis etc.) all other four are on doshic concept,which is again depending on Aghni and food we take .The purpose of this presentation is to emphasize the therapeutic significance in food and lifestyle modifications in prevention of CADS
Key words-Aghni ,Tridosha, Rasadhatu, Sadhaka pitta, lifestyle, food etc
3 main learning objective of the presentation:
1.prevention CADS
2.foods which are good for preventing and managing CADS
3.lifestyle modifications

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Dr. Sushant Sud, BAMS, MD-Ayu,  Gujarat,  India - Completed his Graduation from Shri Gulabkunverba Ayurved Mahavidyalaya-Gujarat Ayurved University, Jamnagar & Post Graduate in the subject of Rasashastra from SDM College of Ayurved, Udupi-Rajeev Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore. He did his fellowship in Multidisciplinary approaches in Osteoarthritis management from the Federation of Royal College of Physicians of United Kingdom. He is a Diploma holder in Hospital Management from the National Institute of Health & Family Welfare, New Delhi and a certified Health safety consultant from the Indian Institute of Public Health Gandhinagar, Gujarat. Presently working as Head & Asso. Professor in the Department of Agad Tantra Vyavahar Ayurved (Toxicology and Jurisprudence) at Institute of Teaching and Research in Ayurved, Jamnagar, having Professional experience 10 years in the subject of Agad Tantra. He is working as a Co-Principle investigator in 2 projects funded by the Ministry of AYUSH, GOI, New Delhi. He has been a Resource person/panellist in many International seminars-conferences and webinars. He has appeared as a Guest speaker in various talks for DCC Sikka, TCL Mithapur, Essar/Nayara Oil Refinery, Maharishi Patanjali Institute of Yoga and Naturopathy Education and Research, Sashastra Seema Bala, KD Ambani Vidyamandir Reliance, Lions Club, Rotary Club, Dhootpapeshwar Pharmaceuticals etc, related to Ayurved and Lifestyle related disorders. He has published more than 40 papers in different peer-reviewed international journals and conference proceedings. Around 5 articles were published in peer-reviewed international magazines. He is the author of 3 books on Ayurved. More than 20 presentations were done at international and national levels seminars/conferences. He is a recipient of the Charak Award as Excellence in Ayurvedic Teaching by AAPNA (Association of Ayurvedic Professionals of North America, Inc.), USA. Felicitated by the Lions Club of Jamnagar (East) for the Ayurvedic health services and amenities towards the society. Felicitated with Bharat Vikas Award for the Loyalty, Diligence & Outstanding Performance in the field of Ayurveda Aushadha Nirmaan Shastra in the National Seminar on “Diversity of Cultural & Environment” in Bhubaneswar on the occasion of “Citizen’s Day". He is working as Vice President for Gujarat (Saurashtra) Association of Teachers of Ayurved, Nominated as Gujarat State Director for AAPNA (Association of Ayurvedic Professionals of North America, Inc.), USA. He is an Editorial Member and Peer Reviewer of many Ayurvedic International Peer review Journals.
Topic: A Public Health impact of Cardiovascular Menace in patients with Diabetes- A Challenge for Ayurved
Abstract: The public health impact of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in patients with diabetes is already enormous and is increasing. Abundant evidence shows that patients with DM-I or DM-II are at high risk for several cardiovascular disorders like coronary heart disease, stroke, peripheral arterial disease, cardiomyopathy and congestive heart failure. Diabetes confers a high risk of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality and requires aggressive management of all cardiovascular risk factors. It is estimated that the total number of people with diabetes will rise from 171 million in 2000 to 366 million by 2030 and number of adults with hypertension will increase by 60% to a total of 1.56 billion people by 2025. Cardiovascular disease is responsible for 65-75% deaths in people with diabetes. The reason being that DM-II shares several risk factors with cardiovascular diseases. Modern system of medicine is successful in preventing diseases of infective origin but they have not been successful in preventing lifestyle diseases alone with it. Ayurved treatment focuses on an entire change in the lifestyle of the person and thus is foremost in prevention and management of lifestyle disorders. A unique combination of food (Aahar), exercise (Vihar), and herbs (Aushadhi) can help alleviate the symptoms and develop good health in people with CVD along with diabetes. This research paper aims at reviewing co morbidity between diabetes mellitus (madhumeha) and cardiovascular risks associated with it.
3 main learning objective of the presentation: 
1. Understand the epidemiology of risk factors associated with cardiovascular outcomes in people with diabetes
2. Discuss the evidence base for lifestyle interventions w.s.r. to Ayurved in people with diabetic CVDs.
3. Heart failure and ischemic heart disease is common comorbidity in diabetes and patients with both conditions have a particularly poor prognosis- Understanding the facts.

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