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Programme: MD (Ayurveda) in Kayachikitsa
About the department
The Department of Kayachikitsa is one of the principal clinical departments of the institution, dedicated to the science of Ayurvedic internal medicine. Kayachikitsa forms the backbone of clinical Ayurveda, focusing on the comprehensive management of systemic, metabolic, and chronic disorders through classical Ayurvedic principles integrated with contemporary diagnostic understanding.
The department plays a vital role in training, offering rigorous academic instruction alongside structured clinical exposure in the attached teaching hospital. Emphasis is placed on classical textual interpretation, diagnostic reasoning, individualized treatment planning, and evidence-informed clinical practice.
POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMME
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Years: 3 Years
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Postgraduate Intake Capacity: 5 seats per academic year
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To emerge as a leading center of excellence in Ayurvedic internal medicine, integrating classical wisdom with contemporary scientific understanding to deliver compassionate, evidence-informed healthcare and advanced clinical training.
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To provide high-quality education that nurtures competent, ethical, and research-oriented physicians grounded in the principles of classical Kayachikitsa.
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To deliver holistic, patient-centered clinical services using individualized Ayurvedic treatments supported by modern diagnostic insights.
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To promote innovation and research in Ayurvedic therapeutics, lifestyle medicine, and management of chronic and systemic diseases.
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To engage in community health outreach and preventive care initiatives that translate Ayurvedic principles into accessible public health practices.
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To foster continuous faculty development, academic leadership, and a culture of excellence in teaching, clinical practice, and scholarship.
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To maintain the highest standards of safety, quality assurance, documentation, and regulatory compliance in all academic and clinical activities.
CLINICAL SERVICES
- Chronic metabolic disorders
- Gastrointestinal diseases
- Autoimmune and inflammatory conditions
- Neurological disorders
- Lifestyle disorders including diabetes, obesity, hypertension
- Skin and systemic diseases
The department runs active OPD and IPD services providing management for:
- Classical Shamana Chikitsa
- Panchakarma
- Rasayana and preventive care protocols
- Individualized diet and lifestyle counselling
- Lifestyle disorders including diabetes, obesity, hypertension
Treatment modalities include:
RESEARCH AND ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT
- Clinical research projects and dissertation guidance
- Case documentation and publication
- Interdepartmental academic discussions
- Workshops, CME programs, and journal clubs
- Participation in national and regional conferences
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
- Health camps and rural outreach programs
- Lifestyle disorder awareness programs
- Preventive healthcare initiatives
- Public education on Ayurvedic daily and seasonal regimens
DEPARTMENTAL STRENGTHS
- Strong foundation in classical textual scholarship
- Integration of modern investigative tools with Ayurvedic diagnosis
- Structured clinical documentation practices
- Emphasis on ethics, safety, and regulatory compliance
- Continuous faculty development initiatives
