What Does an Ayurvedic Doctor Do? A Complete Guide

 Dr. Ajayita | Gold Medal BAMS | 25+ Years Clinical Practice | Founder AClinic Chandigarh | TEDx Speaker

Most patients who visit AClinic for the first time have the same question what exactly does an Ayurvedic doctor do, and how is it different from seeing a conventional doctor? After 25 years of clinical practice the answer is consistent. An Ayurvedic doctor does not treat your diagnosis. An Ayurvedic doctor treats you your constitution, your current imbalance, your digestive strength, your stress levels, and your daily routine. The diagnosis is the last thing considered. The person experiencing it is the first.

A qualified Ayurvedic doctor holds a BAMS degree Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery  a 5.5 year medical degree recognized by the Central Council of Indian Medicine. At your first consultation an Ayurvedic doctor will conduct Nadi Pariksha classical pulse diagnosis which reads your dosha pattern, digestive strength, and tissue health before you describe a single symptom. This is followed by Prakriti assessment your fundamental body constitution Vikriti analysis your current state of imbalance a complete clinical history covering diet, sleep, stress, medications and investigations, and finally a treatment protocol designed individually based on all findings. No two patients at AClinic receive the same protocol even for the same presenting condition.

What an Ayurvedic doctor treats:

  • PCOS and hormonal imbalance
  • Hair fall Pitta, Vata and Kapha patterns
  • Joint pain and arthritis
  • Digestive disorders IBS, acidity, constipation
  • Chronic stress and sleep disorders
  • Skin and hair problems
  • Ayurvedic weight management
  • Preconception care and fertility support

What an Ayurvedic doctor cannot do:

  • Prescribe allopathic medicines BAMS qualifies for Ayurvedic formulations only
  • Perform major surgery requires MS Ayurveda with surgical specialization
  • Replace emergency medicine acute infections, cardiac events, fractures require conventional care

What to bring to your first appointment:

  • Recent blood tests or investigation reports
  • List of current medications
  • List of health concerns in order of priority

About Dr. Ajayita:
Dr. Ajayita is a Gold Medal BAMS Ayurvedic physician with more than 25 years of clinical experience and 15,000+ patients treated across India and internationally. Founder of AClinic Chandigarh. TEDx speaker and recipient of The Economic Times Icons of Punjab 2022 award.

Every consultation at AClinic begins with Nadi Pariksha. No fixed packages. Every protocol individually designed.

In-clinic: Monday to Saturday 9:30 AM to 7:00 PM 
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Originally published at doctorajayita.com/what-does-an-ayurvedic-doctor-do-a-complete-guide/ by Dr. Ajayita — Gold Medal BAMS Ayurvedic Physician, AClinic Chandigarh.

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