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A physician trained in both Ayurveda and modern medicine through an 8.5-year program in India under the Maharashtra University of Health Sciences.

More than 17 years as an Ayurveda physician and mentor at India's most reputable Ayurveda hospitals, clinics and institutes gave her a deeply practical approach to patient care.

She practices at her Ayurveda and Pancha Karma center in Pune, Maharashtra, and teaches students from more than 30 countries who now practice professionally around the world.

Ayurvedic Doctor in training, Author, Pancha Karma Specialist, Certified Herbalist, Sai Shakti healer and yoga teacher, with over 25 years of study in these ancient practices.

Trained at the University of Natural Medicine, the California College of Ayurveda, the American Institute of Vedic Studies, Arya Academy and the East West School of Herbology, with teacher trainings through the Himalayan Institute, Universal Yoga and Pranakriya Yoga. Carlisle completed a clinical internship at the University Hospital in Jaipur, India at the National Institute of Ayurveda.

Founder of Maha Vidya Ayurveda, Renuatum Skincare USVI and SatyaBVI, co-founder of the Caribbean Ayurvedic Alliance, and author of Ayurvedic Herbs of the Caribbean. She lives between the British Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico with her family. Her first book Ayurvedic Herbs of the Caribbean was published in 2026.

Dr. Pratibha Shah is an internationally renowned Ayurveda expert. Intensely trained in Traditional Health Sciences (Ayurveda, energy healing) as well as Public Health, she distills Eastern wisdom with an understanding of Western principles for the best care of her clients. A strong sense of compassion and empathy, intent listening skills, in-depth thorough assessments and well contemplated individualized Master Wellness plans are a hallmark of her 35 years of practice.

Her pioneering initiatives in the field of Ayurveda have brought her to attention at the White House, the Department of Health and Human Services, and the Consulate General of India, NYC. She is a prolific speaker and educator, has authored several papers, and is an editor with the Ayurveda Journal on Health. She is senior faculty with Yoga Veda Institute and Sai Ayurvedic Institute, and lectures at modern medicine institutions such as the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and the American Holistic Nurses Association.

With more than 35 years of clinical practice, she is one of the few holistic practitioners leading the effort of true integration, focused on client-centric wholesome care. Before moving to the US in 2004 she served as Chief Medical Officer with the Central Government of India, ministry of AYUSH. In 2022 she spoke at the inauguration of the WHO Global Center for Traditional Medicine as a special Government of India invitee from the US.

She is Founder and President of the Wholistic Health Alliance and the Council for Ayurveda Research, Founding Director of Ayurvidya Anusandhan Abhiyan Foundation in India, a founding board director for the National Consortium of Ayurveda Medicine, and CEO of My Ayurved LLC. In 2019 she launched her organic herbal product line, Swa Stha. She practices in the Greater Boston area with clientele throughout the world.

Registered Nurse, Ayurvedic Health Counselor, Board Certified Coach and Licensed Massage Therapist, with more than 30 years in healthcare.

Trained at Harbor Hospital Center School of Nursing in Baltimore, with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Maryland Baltimore County and an MBA from the University of Baltimore. Heather completed the Ayurvedic Health Counselor program at SAI Institute of Ayurveda and a clinical internship at the National Institute of Ayurveda in Jaipur, India.

Her career includes a decade in executive leadership across value-based care and care management at CareFirst and AbsoluteCare, and earlier work in nursing informatics at Johns Hopkins Medicine, Westat and GE Medical Systems. Founder of Root & Regimen, co-founder of the Caribbean Ayurvedic Alliance, she teaches Integrative Case Management, bridging Ayurveda and western medicine.

Anisha Durve is a Doctor of Acupuncture, Ayurvedic Doctor (NAMA certified), AYT ayurvedic yoga therapist, and meditation instructor with 26+ years clinical experience. She spent 4 years training under world renowned teacher Dr. Vasant Lad at the Ayurvedic Institute in New Mexico and Pune, India.

Anisha is the co-author of a clinical textbook with her guru Dr. Lad titled “Marma Points of Ayurveda” that has inspired a new generation to be interested in this healing modality. In 2018, Anisha officially launched the Marma Institute to further her mission of growing marma therapy globally and is the leading expert on marma therapy offering trainings worldwide.

Her unique personal style of ayurvedic acupuncture includes aromatherapy, marma acupressure, guided meditation, sacred breathwork, pranic energy healing energy, sound healing with tuning forks, and spiritual counseling.

Dr. Anisha is past president of the Ayurveda Association of Florida and the previous Director of Acupuncture and Ayurveda at University of Miami’s Osher Center for Integrative Health. Visit www.Anisha.guru and www.MarmaTraining.com for more information.

Darshania Domingo is a multidisciplinary wellness practitioner, educator, author, entrepreneur, and business strategist with more than two decades of experience across wellness, media, arts, and culture. She is a Certified Ayurvedic Prana Massage Practitioner, Certified Meditation Instructor, and a 500-hour RYT Kemetic Yoga instructor.

Her professional experience includes entrepreneurship, program management, communications, creative direction, brand development, and community-centered business building. She brings a practical understanding of what it takes to develop, sustain, and expand a business while remaining aligned with its purpose.

Through her teaching, Darshania helps wellness practitioners strengthen their business foundations, identify opportunities for growth, expand their services and revenue streams, communicate their value, and develop strategies that support greater visibility, sustainability, and long-term success.

Ravi Desai is a certified Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist with nearly a decade of study in Ayurveda and integrative health. He is currently finalizing his Ayurveda Doctor degree at Sai Ayurvedic Institute, where he also serves as faculty.

Raised in the context of traditional Indian culture and trained through rigorous Ayurvedic study alongside modern medical exposure, Ravi's journey has shaped his desire to make holistic awareness practical, compassionate, and relatable. He believes that when people understand the wisdom within their own bodies, health becomes less about fear and more about balance, awareness, and harmony with life.

In addition to his academic and teaching roles, Ravi works full-time with a physician in India, integrating classical Ayurvedic principles with contemporary clinical practice. His focus is on empowering individuals to cultivate resilience and self-knowledge, bridging the gap between tradition and modern science.

Jeunesse is an Ayurvedic wellness advisor, Yoga teacher, and plant based chef. She is best known for her mouthwatering recipes, and vibrant food content shared online; where she showcases and teaches how to use food as medicine and joyful nourishment.

Her recipes are consciously curated using Ayurvedic wisdom on digestive health and the energetics of food.

Jeunesse hosts and guides a series of Ayurvedic workshops and programs. Her mission is to empower others to achieve holistic health and wellbeing through conscious eating and living.

Arpita Maheshwary is an Ayurvedic practitioner, educator, artist, and passionate storyteller dedicated to sharing India's rich spiritual and cultural heritage. She holds a Doctor in Ayurveda diploma from SAI Ayurvedic Institute.

With a professional background in information technology, public service, and Ayurvedic education, she brings a unique perspective to traditional wisdom and contemporary learning.

Her interests include Vastu Shastra, Hindu philosophy, sacred symbolism, and the inspiring stories of Lord Krishna, Devi, Shiva, and other deities. Through interactive storytelling, she encourages students to discover the deeper meanings and life lessons within Hindu scriptures.

Arpita is also the founder of Gargi's Fine Art, where she expresses her creativity through original paintings. She teaches Hindi to children, fostering appreciation for Indian language and culture.

At Mahavidya Ayurveda, she looks forward to inspiring curiosity, encouraging meaningful dialogue, and connecting the timeless wisdom of Sanatana Dharma with everyday life.