Ayurveda

Introduction: Why Chronic Illness Needs a New Approach

Chronic diseases—from autoimmune conditions to hormonal imbalances—are often treated with symptom-suppressing drugs. At Patients Medical in NYC, we take a different path. Our integrative care combines Ayurveda, the 5,000-year-old system of natural healing from India, with advanced functional medicine diagnostics and therapies.

We don’t just treat disease—we restore balance to the body, mind, and spirit.

What Is Ayurveda?

Ayurveda means “the science of life.” It’s based on the belief that health depends on the balance between the three doshas—Vata, Pitta, and Kapha—each representing different body-mind energies. When these forces fall out of harmony, disease arises.

Ayurveda recognizes that every individual is unique. That’s why treatments are personalized and targeted to your prakriti (constitutional type) and vikriti (current imbalances).

Common Conditions We Treat with Ayurveda

Ayurveda can benefit a wide range of chronic and lifestyle-based conditions, including:

If you’re experiencing any of the above, our team can test for hidden toxins and develop a custom detox plan.

Symptoms That May Signal Dosha Imbalance

  • Dry or itchy skin
  • Irregular digestion or bowel habits
  • Mood swings or poor sleep
  • Low energy or brain fog
  • Joint pain or stiffness
  • Hormonal fluctuations
  • Frequent colds or congestion

If you’ve tried everything but still feel unwell, Ayurveda may uncover imbalances modern medicine has missed.

Root Causes: What Ayurveda and Functional Medicine Reveal

Both Ayurveda and functional medicine seek to understand why illness manifests. Common root causes include:

  • Digestive Weakness (Agni Imbalance): Poor assimilation leads to toxin accumulation (ama)
  • Toxin Buildup: From environment, poor diet, or emotions
  • Poor Dietary Habits: Wrong food for your dosha or season
  • Lifestyle Disharmony: Sleep disturbances, stress, overwork
  • Emotional Suppression: Ayurveda links unresolved emotions to physical symptoms
  • Doshic Imbalance: Dominance or depletion of Vata, Pitta, or Kapha

     

Diagnostic Testing We Use

To complement traditional Ayurvedic pulse and tongue analysis, we also use functional testing to guide treatment:

Advanced gut microbiome testing

Food sensitivity panels

Inflammation and oxidative stress markers

Hormone testing (thyroid, cortisol, estrogen)

Heavy metal and environmental toxin screening

Ayurvedic dosha profiling and prakriti-vikriti evaluation

Genetic testing for detox pathways

Integrative Ayurvedic Treatments

Ayurvedic Herbal Medicine

Our Ayurvedic doctors prescribe personalized herbal formulas made from organic, clinically effective botanicals:

  • Triphala for detox and digestion
  • Ashwagandha for stress and adrenal balance
  • Shatavari for hormone regulation
  • Guduchi for immunity
  • Turmeric and Boswellia for inflammation

Panchakarma (Detox Therapies)

Panchakarma is Ayurveda’s 5-fold purification protocol, used to eliminate toxins and reset the body’s healing capacity. This includes:

  • Abhyanga (warm oil massage)
  • Swedana (herbal steam therapy)
  • Basti (herbal enemas)
  • Nasya (nasal detox)
  • Shirodhara (forehead oil therapy for nervous system reset)

Personalized Ayurvedic Diet & Nutrition

We design dosha-balancing meal plans using fresh, seasonal, sattvic foods. Recommendations include:

  • Agni-boosting herbs and spices (ginger, cumin, turmeric)
  • Avoidance of viruddha ahara (incompatible food combinations)
  • Seasonal eating principles
  • Warm, cooked foods for Vata
  • Cooling foods for Pitta
  • Light, drying foods for Kapha
Stress & Nervous System Balance

Stress & Emotional Healing

Ayurveda considers emotions as a cause of disease. We support emotional release through:

  • Guided meditation and breathwork
  • Sound therapy and mantras
  • Marma (vital point) therapy
  • Ayurvedic counseling and lifestyle coaching

Integrative Support: Modern + Ancient

We may combine Ayurveda with:

  • IV therapies for detox and rejuvenation
  • Functional hormone support
  • Acupuncture or yoga therapy
  • Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (when inflammation is systemic)
Nutritional-Support

Real Case Study: Rekha’s Journey to Hormonal Balance

Rekha, a 42-year-old woman, came to us with PCOS, weight gain, and severe PMS. She had tried birth control and hormone pills for years without relief.

After her prakriti analysis and functional labs, we discovered:

  • Vata-Pitta imbalance
  • Leaky gut and estrogen dominance
  • Poor liver detox pathways

We crafted a 12-week plan with:

  • Panchakarma therapies (basti and abhyanga)
  • Dosha-specific diet with herbal ghee and teas
  • Herbal protocol (shatavari, triphala, ashwagandha)
  • Functional support for gut and hormone health

Result: By week 10, Rekha’s cycle normalized, her bloating and PMS disappeared, and she had lost 11 pounds.

Testimonials

Meet Our Doctors

Rashmi Gulati, MD

Medical Director of Patients Medical

Stuart Weg, MD

A holistic pain management physician

Dr. Emine Cosar, MD

Consult Dr. Emine Cosar, MD. For Gynecology

Frequently Asked Questions

Ayurveda focuses on restoring balance through natural therapies, unlike conventional medicine which often targets symptoms alone.

 Many patients feel better within 2–4 weeks, but lasting results may take 2–3 months depending on the imbalance.

Yes, our Ayurvedic doctors work integratively and review all medications before prescribing herbs or therapies.

Panchakarma is a full-body detox and rejuvenation system—ideal for anyone with chronic inflammation, stress, fatigue, or toxin buildup.

Yes, we blend traditional Ayurvedic diagnostic methods with modern lab testing for a 360-degree view of your health.

 While we are out-of-network, we offer superbills for reimbursement. Some lab testing may be covered.

Absolutely. Ayurveda treats mind and body as one. Emotional balance is essential for physical healing.

We use only certified organic, GMP-compliant, physician-grade Ayurvedic herbs from trusted sources.

Yes. Ayurveda is gentle and can be tailored to all ages.

Our practitioners conduct in-depth intake and physical assessment, including pulse and tongue reading, to determine your constitution.

Begin Your Journey with Patients Medical

Patients Medical specializes in gently helping the patient identify the root cause of their medical issues and then assist them to recover from their problems to help them move forward to good health.

Request your consultation today!

To schedule an in person on Tele-medicine appointment, please call our office at (212) 794-8800 or email us at info@PatientsMedical.com We look forward to hearing from you

Our medical center in New York City.

Patients Medical PC
1148 Fifth Avenue, Suite 1B New York, NY 10128

Make an Appointment