January 31, 2020
To all at Vaidyagrama! It has been a great pleasure, and it was extremely fulfilling to be here a second time! It is wonderful and gratifying to have Dr. Hari Kumar and Dr. Ardent as my Consulting doctors and therapists led by Prema and Hema. Of course it was a thrill and inspiration to experience the wisdom and expanse of knowledge of Dr Ramkumar in the Satsangs. Thank you! The general spirit, Karma of Vaidyagrama is one of giving, commitment, care and gentleness, and that in itself is heartwarming and appreciated to the full. I enjoy the nourishing meals, even the kanji, and together with serene atmosphere and glorious birds’ songs, Vaidyagrama is certainly nourishing and rejuvenating. I admire the work done for the surrounding community too. Thank you to all and I look forward to seeing you all again.
Warmly,
Beverly Katz,
Sydney, Australia.

January 31, 2020
Dear Friends at Vaidyagrama,
My partner Beverly told me about the wonders of Vaidyagrama and persuaded me to go for 3 weeks. And at the end of our stay, I am at a loss for words to describe how grateful and blessed I feel to have discovered this place. The staff has been absolutely wonderful, dedicated, cheerful, and very competent. The massage therapy has been absolutely marvelous, with strong sensitive and perceptive hands, supervised by Doctors who instantly recognize my conditions and prescribed remedial actions in a pleasant, humorous and effective way. The food has been a surprise too. At first I thought it might be overly bland, but this was not the case, and it has remained appetizing right to the last. It has been a wonderful community here and I feel I am leaving a part of me back here… one which I look forward for rejoining at an early opportunity.
Anthony Larkin,
Sydney, Australia.

January 31, 2020
The experience here has been fantastic; although short, every moment was special and a gift. The staff was very polite and overall effective and helpful that helped to enjoy and maintain the quality of this beautiful setting. I enjoyed the food. The rooms were very clean and well maintained. My only suggestions are that it will be good to receive notice in the morning or previous day, about our treatment timing. I had requested this and it did improve. Most importantly, if we had a block of time in that we could expect the doctor. Thank you for the tremendous care and detail into this incredibly special true gem.
Meena Makhijani,
USA.

January 31, 2020
As 3 weeks come to an end, it’s a little scary to go out again in the real world for myself, I still have to see what the treatment has given and what I benefited. It has had its ups and downs. The last 3 days my treatments were superb. That was true healing.
Clean and comfortable room, but a little cramped for 3 people. I will not miss the mosquitoes. Food was ok. The doctors were great when they came. A lot of knowledge and wisdom. Thank you.
I hope to see you all again!
Hege S K.,
Norway.

January 30, 2020
What a wonder! I am amazed mostly by every staff person I encountered from doctors to therapists to ground-keepers to cleaners – all gracious, warm, and wonderful. Everyone was superb, as was the experience!
A few small Suggestions:
1) Morning and evening prayers: Give everyone a translation so we can sing along.
2) Store – Expand a bit to include cool shirts & pants (cotton) for those in need in a range of sizes.
3) Satsang by Junior Vaidyas @ 2:45pm – Most people just read the slides. We can all read – better to spend the time to explain the background.
4) Perhaps a short reading list on Ayurveda be sent beforehand to give us a bit of background.
5) Internet option, 2 hrs /day for 30 days or 21 days.
6) A 30 min Hatha Yoga class daily would be very helpful to keep us all moving.
All in all, thanks so much, this was truly a great experience.
All doctors, woo hoo!
Lastly: I can’t believe how hard the therapists work. They are absolute angels. Vidya, Sreeshna, Arathi
Thank you!!!
Jayne Belnap,
USA.

January 29, 2020
Dear Vaidyagrama family,
When we first arrived, we did not know what exactly to expect; after a bumpy first few days of settling in, we were sold! We have not believed in western medicine as a cure for any symptom or disease. The staff has been outstanding – par excellence. Dr. Harikumar is a wonderful human being – kind, empathetic, sympathetic and a great practitioner. Dr. Mini’s bedside manner is beyond compare. Dr.Srisugha with her sweet smile and pleasing manner is very thorough with her follow up and extremely helpful. The treatment staff is always smiling, caring and very considerate of your situation.
This is truly a holistic healing place – for the body, soul and mind. We will return with our family again soon. God Willing! I forgot to mention all the people in Satsang. Special thanks to all for the knowledge and great information imparted. Thanks for answering all our doubts and for clarifications. Truly a great team!
Manu and Vijay Alimchandani,
Los Angeles, California.

January 28, 2020
After a year of suppressing my immune system for autoimmune anemia and finally getting better with western medicine, I got a chance from my doctors to come to Vaidyagrama for treatment. I have always believed in Ayurveda and its Philosophy of treating and connecting the Doshas of Vata, Pitta and Kapha, and not merely reacting to the disease that come from the imbalance of these 3 Doshas or qualities.
Although I have lived in the US for over a decade, I was born in Bangalore so I still have roots here. I had many options for similar treatment in Bangalore, but I chose vaidyagrama for its philosophy, importance to authenticity, simplicity and holistic conservation outlook. I only stayed here for 11 days, and in that time I have gained a penetrating insight to my Prakruti (Original body constitution), thanks to the experienced Knowledge of Dr Harikumar. He could determine the root of all problems by reading my pulse. I am grateful for that insight and will be sincere in taking care to correct the natural impulses and train my mind to be healthier. I thank Dr Sri Sugha for her initiative to making a personal connection with her patients. This made me feel free to be honest and sincere during my treatment.
There are a few things I would mention and I think they bear utmost importance for Vaidyagrama’s core principles. By intent or consciousness, there is seen a bias to help those who are new to Ayurveda and Indian culture. Those who are familiar with practices are neglected in small ways, but these gestures matter. Please don’t discriminate amongst your patients in any way. It is the staff and not only the doctors who form the very soul of place. If they practise the recommended treatments half-heartedly, it will not be as effective for the patients. Matured and experienced staff who are taught not to discriminate, are the one who will make this wonderful place even better.
Shambavi Dinakar,
Richmond, USA.

January 28, 2020
A dear friend recommended Vaidyagrama for my daughter and we thought he was exaggerating how great the treatment, environment, Doctors etc. were. Within our first few days here, we knew he was absolutely right. Vaidyagrama is truly a place to come & heal your mind and body, as well as to nurture your soul. In our experience, every employee, therapists and Doctors treated us with utmost care and concern for our healing. Everything was explained and our questions were resolved each time. Both of us are leaving vaidyagrama after 21 days feeling better, more energetic and mentally clear.
We enjoyed the knowledge shared freely during the satsangs and learned a lot, how to make changes to our lifestyle for optimum health. Dr. Harikumar, Dr. Ardent, Dr. Mini and Dr. Srisugha, all patiently responded to our many questions. Mariamma, our therapist always went above and beyond to help us heal.
The best part about our experience was how open and responsive the Doctors and staff were to resolve any issues we had. We really had only minor issues, which were resolved.
We are very thankful and appreciative for Vaidyagrama. We plan on being back again and again. Also amazed at what Vaidyagrama is doing for the surrounding environment and community.
Much Love & Light,
Supriya & Jeeta Saxena,
USA.

January 28, 2020
I experienced kindness and care from everyone here. Thank you for it. I also learnt more about myself, taking it with me to the life back home.
Thank you for welcoming me here and showing your healing knowledge.
Adriana,
UK.

January 28, 2020
Dear Staff of Vaidyagrama,
Thank you very much for your amazing work your heart and care
It was my first time experience in Ayurvedic treatment. I trusted my senior doctor, Doctor Ramadas, and now I feel more relaxed, calm, I can breathe properly (asthma). I am grateful to all the team in Vaidyagrama for their hard work and their kindness. Thank you so much. I won’t forget this incredible time in this little healing Paradise on Earth. May all of you be in good health and happiness! I hope to come back soon.
Naoko,
Paris

January 27, 2020
This is my first time at Vaidyagrama (14days) A big wow! “Life, when Elements become ordered, that all become nature love.”
Thank you for everything! Beautiful & lovely environment, birds, flowers, herbs, trees, good skilled & caring therapists (Anju, Salini, Vidya) & doctors! Special thanks to Dr Harikrishnan, Dr Sreeji, Dr Ramesh and Dr Soniya for your knowledge, wisdom, caring, help and smile. Thanks to Aparna for all good service & for helping repairing my shoes, and thanks to Tamilselvi with train tickets and taxi. I am still curious about in process with the treatments, but I feel good, purified and cleansed (for sure) at some levels, and I have deep respect & trust to Ayurveda &Vaidyagrama. I am also very inspired & feel happy. I will come back.
Suggestions:
I miss a totally silent area/ place for meditation, and wish Brahmakamalam could be that. No talking after and before meditation/prayer inside these- Silence sign will help.
I would also been happy for an introduction (short) to Ayurveda and about merge into the treatments, from the doctors in the beginning of stay. And more yoga classes too.
Deep gratitude, much love & light from…
Theresa Clemetsen,
Norway.

January 27, 2020
Personal attention before treatment and all-round good services!
Doctors Srisugha and Harikumar were very patient and explained everything at length. Our knowledge of Ayurveda improved. Is there a way massage treatment could have more coverage of body like in spas, or is that an Ayurveda way? Beautiful location and ambience! I will surely be back.
Shanthi & Govind Chari,
California, USA.

January 27, 2020
Thank You, Vaidyagrama!
What a truly wonderful and healing experience! Before coming I had a very limited understanding of Ayurveda and thought I was coming for a physical cleanse- it was much more. From the calming holding energy, to the kind and supportive doctors, to the enlightening satsangs – all together it made this whole experience very special. I came tired, burned out and a bit hopeless, I am leaving full of energy, hope and enthusiasm.
Thank You All!
Lena Stocks Ramsay,
Melbourne, Australia.

January 27, 2020
Dear Dr Ramdas
What a wonderful experience again following last year’s! I really feel that the treatment you provided, the meditation, chanting, peace, sattvic food, philosophy and environment are working!
You took care of my three bodies; cleansing my sthoola sharira, pacifying my sukshma sharira and uplifting my kArana shareera .
Thank you so much to all the therapists and others, to the cooks, cleaners, doctors, farmers and all the people who make this place so special. Namaste!
PS: And looking forward to seeing next year again.
Claude Bride,
France.

January 26,2020
This is my fifth time at Vaidyagrama and each time I feel I have come home. My gratitude overflows for all of your skill, compassion, kindness and humour at every area of life here in this healing village. The doctors, especially Dr Harikrishnan and Dr Sreeji, all of the therapists, the cleaners, the laundresses, kitchen staff and the wonderful people on the administrative staff too – I am amazed to think who I was when I first came and how I have healed and blessed on every level. To be sure my physical symptoms have been greatly improved, but my heart has been opened and my soul nourished in ways beyond what I could have imagined.
Dr Harikrishnan, Dr Sreeji and Dr Ramkumar in particular have met me on all levels with comfort, understanding and sometimes the ability to read my mind. The progress is very special to me and have become part of my spiritual practice at home. I love Dr Ramkumar’s satsangs and have absorbed so much from him. Swamiji’s sattvic presence was a true blessing. And I love to see the trees and birds flourish more every year. We are true “forest dwellers” now. I have always liked the food but this year is the best.

Suggestions:
1) Internet: when I was moved after 2 days, I rejoiced to get a room without internet. But in the past few days it has found me again. I lack the discipline to ignore it all day, but it was nice to go up to Mandapam for an hour once a day. I know this is a losing battle and most of us need some daily connection. I don’t know the answer but it was nicer when there was only one location, more sattvic.
2) Possible satsangs: 1) Explanation of the worships, symbols, etc. 2) More on how to adapt to Ayurveda diet to western particularly northern conditions
3) Sanskrit language
4) Copies of the long prayers to Vishnu, Goddess & Hanuman
With love, blessings & unending gratitude,
Diana L Beach,
USA.

January 26, 2020
Very comfortable and beautiful ambience! Doctors and therapists are very kind and skillful. Treatment was good and am feeling energized on going back home. The satsangs and talks were very informative and were a learning experience. Look forward to coming back again.
Mohini Kapoor,
New Delhi, India.

January 26, 2020
Vaidyagrama is a great place. Wish to come back again!
Anuradha Vohra,
New Jersey.

January 25, 2020
Thank you for having created this great place that enables us to rest, regenerate, cleanse myself and especially my body when I need it. Thank you also to all the great people taking care of me – the ones we see and the others we don’t see especially staff cooking, doing laundry. Thank you to the doctors and especially Dr. Harikrishnan who is the best doctor I ever met.
Take Care
Katia Thomas,
France.

January 25, 2020
It is our first visit to Vaidyagrama, and we really enjoyed the stay of this excellent Ayurveda healing care. The personal touch in the healing at all levels – Doctors, therapists, and the staff is amazing. The peaceful quiet and calm atmosphere is good for a physical mental and external rejuvenation.
I will certainly recommend it to our friends.
Wish love and success, Thanks!
Mr. Ramakrishna Sithanen,
Mauritius.

January 25, 2020
This is my first visit to India. Vaidyagrama has become a place of healing for us and offering many insights to the reality and inspiration: India.
I am grateful to the team of doctors and therapists under the guidance of Dr. Ramanandan.
The belittlement that we suffer at the levels of a civilization which is too money-minded, collateral effects there for to swallow us, may find some counter weight in places like Vaidyagrama.
In places like this, inspiration to greatness find their day to day real image. For this, I thank you.
Mr. Leopold Specht,
Vienna, Austria.

January 25, 2020
Traveling to India is one of my real passions!
This time is my second visit to vaidyagrama- I stayed for 3 weeks. Vaidyagrama is a wonderful place for Ayurveda treatments!!!
Many thanks to the excellent medical staff
To Dr. Ramanandan. E .K
To Dr. Vinod
To Dr. Anupama
To Dr. Prameela
Special thanks to “My” Therapists
To Radhika
To Sanitha
To Akina
For me it has opened a great experience to be here, I will definitely come back soon hopefully next year.
Namaste!
Ms. Hanna Lydia Rieger,
Austria.

January 25, 2020
Coming back to Vaidyagrama family is like going home. A true healing village with extra-ordinary individuals! Grateful to each and everyone in this wonderful place – May it stay pure and uncorrupted forever. Keep up the good work, and I hope to come back.
See you soon with more family members!
Olivia Mitri,
Palestine.

January 25, 2020
I enjoyed the talks of Dr. Ramkumar and Dr. Ramadas.
Nice stay, Thanks!
Simla Sithanen,
Mauritius.

January 24, 2020
That these last two weeks have gone so fast is a true measure of our satisfaction on this trip to the Centre.
We were graced by the excellent services of doctors, therapists and all the support staff. We are here very relaxed and energized and ready to meet the challenges of the year ahead.
With much gratitude,
Shama and Nirvan Veerasamy,
Mauritius.

January 23, 2020
This is my second visit to vaidyagrama, the doctors and support staff here was wonderful as expected. We have gotten a better insight this time in to the different layers to the healing beyond only physical detoxification. I look forward to carrying back and applying this insight.
With much gratitude to all who make Vaidyagrama the success that it is.
Best wishes!
Ms. Faustina Pereira,
Ms. Farah Quartrina Ghuznavi,
Bangladesh.

January 18, 2020
Dear Vaidyagrama staff: Thanks to all of you for making our stay in the village unforgettable. We would highly appreciate the professional treatment and hospitality of the doctors and all the employee personnel. Very grateful to founders of this wonderful healing village, where anyone can feel he has been treated at home. I am proud to be part of this community and I will do my best to support it in the future.
Best wishes,
Natalia Kudzhak & Usama Kudzhak,
Canada.

January 17, 2020
What a rejuvenating experience! Thank you so much for the fresh start to clear eyes. I hope to come back next year.
Allison Dennis,
USA.

January 17, 2020
Most healing place in the world. Thank you for everything!
Ryoko Suzuki,
USA.

January 17, 2020
I am very indebted to the physicians who looked after me – Dr. Harikrishnan, Dr. Ardent, Dr. Soniya, and Dr. Sreeji for their kindness, encouragement and concerns, as well for their adaptability to help with food allergies and / or restrictions and their excellent tactful core. I would like to thank Lakshmi also for her dedication as well as Sreeshna, Deekshitha and all the others whose names I don’t know for their radiant smile, they did everything to facilitate my stay here. I won’t forget to mention the workers who went beyond their duties to accommodate my requirements. The gardeners, cleaners, all seemed peaceful, serene and smiling, working in this place beautifully kept and filling a sense of profound harmony and deep dedication throughout.
It is a place for reflection and of discovery of Ayurveda. Perhaps I hope that I will be able to explore more deeply and to interpret into my life gradually. It has also been a challenging time trying to accept my limitations and weakness.
I am extremely grateful for all the care I have received and a very special thank you to Dr. Soniya for her kindness and timeless time she spent with me to ease my stay.
With love,
Pascale Ploix De Rotrou,
Vancouver, Canada.

January 15, 2020
I greatly appreciated my stay here. All of the staff was very kind and considerate. I appreciated all of the class offerings as well everyone went above and beyond to make sure that our needs were met. I am very grateful for the knowledge and caring provided by the medical staff. They were very attentive. Even though my stay was short, I will always remember this place fondly.
Thank you!
Maureen Ohara,
Oregon, USA.

January 15, 2020
Thank you to the wonderful staff for making this brief stay at Vaidyagrama so pleasant. Everyone is kind; I will always remember the beautiful smiles. The doctors and therapists are sincere in their interest in Ayurveda healing and go above and beyond to address the needs of their patients. It was impressive to see how organized and thorough Dr Mini and Dr Sri Sugha were even with our large group landing at the same time. No easy task. I also want to thank our therapists Sindhu and Anjali for their skillful and very kind treatments. I look forward to returning for a longer stay. The faculty is lovely. Thank you for involving us in the plantings for the new block; it is really lovely.
Sara Padilla,
Seattle, USA.

January 15, 2020
To the staff of Vaidyagrama, although our group was here for only a few days, this has been an unforgettable experience. I will always remember the kindness and commitment to service that we experienced. I appreciated the opportunities to learn about Ayurveda, and the beauty of rooms and the setting. The work you are doing here is so important not only for the patients but for the whole planet. Thank you to everyone, seen and unseen, that served us in many ways. May God bless all of you!
Sincerely,
Laurie Smith,
Oregon, USA.

January 15, 2020
Thanks to all of the staff of Vaidyagrama!! Truly felt loving kindness from everyone here. From the cooks, housekeeping to the therapists and doctors. I appreciate the community you are building here, and I am very impressed with the work you are doing with the surrounding villages. I particularly appreciated the Satsangs with the doctors and the educational cooking classes!! Keep up this amazing work and I hope to see you again.
Love.
Kelly Belczyk,
Oregon,USA.

January 15, 2020
Thank you to the staff at vaidyagrama for your kindness and patience with our group as we dive head on into your Ayurveda treatment. For me it was a completely new experience which I will integrate into my life at home. I appreciated the warmth of the doctors and the therapists, and especially valued the words offered to me to help me refine the peace and happiness within that I know is there. The many Programs you offer here to support the surrounding communities are inspiring. I will hold all your efforts in my prayers.
Karin Kesar,
Oregon, USA.

January 15, 2020
Thank you, vaidyagrama. What a sweet, caring, kind, loving, and healing time we had here the past five nights. I am feeling recharged and peaceful and happy. Detox happened through the nourishing foods, decoctions, Sindhu’s powerful Abhyanga work, the doctors’ insightful satsangs and the presence of thehealing community. Will recommend!
Be Calm, Be Well!
Namaste,
Ross Catherine,
Oregon, USA.

January 15, 2020
The kindness, graciousness and attentiveness of the staff were healing in itself. The practitioner who gave me my daily massage gave her fully and I could feel the love, care and expertise in emanatingthrough her hands, I particularly enjoyed the afternoon satsangs with the doctors. His wisdom and humor made the topics easy to apply to daily life. Thank you for a restful and rejuvenating stay!
Karen Loop,
USA.

January 15, 2020
Living here at Vaidyagrama has truly been an educational experience in both Ayurveda Medicine & Local Culture. I very much enjoyed the care given by the staff, the clean simplicity of the lodging, and the events provided daily. Bird watching was a special highlight for once here.
One comment regarding the cows: I observed the washing of the bulls, presumably in preparation of dayafter tomorrow, when cows are especially honored. The bulls were tied tight near the water station of the cows for safety. The bulls each received a good bathing with many buckets of water through their body. This must also have been cooling to them, as they were tied in a dirt paddock in the hot sun. I only wonder about this one thing, 4 full buckets of water were thrown directly into the faces of the bulls and into their eyes on each side of the face. The bulls flinched each time full buckets were splashed in their faces. I wonder if this was necessary. I think their faces were not so dirty to require this, and I would hope that cows as they are sacred would be more kindly bathed.
Denise Hubhes,
Oregon,USA.

January 15, 2020
Thank you for the lovely care of myself and my husband and our group of 20 travellers as we needed the nurturance and guidance before returning to the U S A.
The entire Vaidyagrama community is wonderful.
With gratitude,
Ms. Sarahjoy Marie Marsh,
USA.

January 15, 2020
The kindness of everyone is what i will remember most of my stay here at Vaidyagrama. The experience was a first of this kind for me. Though unsure initially, my understanding grew as the days treatments and routine progressed. I am grateful for this.
Robyn Cassana Palmer,
USA.

January 14, 2020
Thanks to entire Vaidyagrama team members for giving us, “A home to come back to”. No words can express what we felt being here.
Navdeep Kaur and Preetinder Grewal,
Gurgaon.

January 14, 2020
We had a lovely stay here at Vaidyagrama. We enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere, the opportunity for rest, the kindness and compassion of the staff and doctors and the treatments. We also really appreciate your accommodation of our large group in the common space (to do yoga, music etc.). The staff was diligent, cheerful and very kind. We felt well cared for! Suggestions for an even more better stay: more awareness of effects of smoke on those with respiratory ailments (like cold, cough), more information regarding treatments and what they are supposed to do, slightly soft mattresses and better pillows (a little comfort goes a long way to good sleep!) We love the philosophy behind this place and will recommend it to those who are looking for Ayurveda treatment!
With much appreciation and gratitude,
Helmut Warner Gieben,
Christine Howard Gieben,
USA.

January 14, 2020
Vaidyagrama is such a healing and peaceful space. It is well taken care of by the lovey team of Doctors, therapists, cooks and everyone else.
I was only able to stay for a few days this time. I look forward to returning for at least 21 days. What has been created here is a great service to humanity and to nature. May all beings in this world and all the other worlds be happy and free… OM NAMA SHIVAYA.
Thank you,
Lisa Ladmer,
Seattle, WA, U S A.

January 14,2020
Vaidyagrama
HOME OF LOVE.
Dominic Dube,
Bangalore.

January 14,2020
Thank you.
· For your kindness and support
· For your vision of offering deep health + healing
· For providing sanctuary from daily life
· For creating a context in which wisdom and clarity are cultivated and brought to the surface
· For the satsangs especially with Dr Ramkumar
· For spaces that our group could meet to practice yoga asana together
· For having dinner waiting for us when we arrived
Suggestions:
A more organized way to sign up for the common rooms
A little less smoke inside especially when people are singing.
In gratitude,
Pamela Hardy,
Oregan, USA.

January 13, 2020
I first came to the Vaidyagrama exactly 4 years ago at this time and my life has completely transformed since then.
Thank you to all of you wonderful doctors, for creating the beautiful temple for healing of body and Soul. I do not think there is any other place that introduces us to our true selves, while healing our bodies. The magic is in the air and vibrations of VG as it comes from their selfless love and care of the doctors and the staff. And beautiful morning and evening prayers add to those positive vibrations.
It is also amazing to see that VG is not just healing patients but also spreading love and compassion through its other activities of taking care of children, feeding the abandoned elderly and so much more.
I want to say special thanks to Dr.Ramadas who has guided me to find happiness while helping awaken the healer within and always has a smile and heart full of compassion. It was heart-warming to see his Legacy being taken forward with some attitude of care and companion by Dr Vasu, Dr. Sajna and Dr Aruna.
I want to express deep gratitude to Dhanya and Vidhya the two most beautiful girls who looked after me so well, the gentle hands in the therapy room transferred the most beautiful energies of them being to me. I want to knowledge with gratitude for the support staff, the housekeeping staff the kitchen staff and office who look after the patients with a smile on their face and love in their hearts
And finally thank you Dr. Ramkumar for creating this place and for being such an amazing guide, and also big thank you and lots of love to Geetha and Aparna.
Manisha Mudgal,
Mumbai.

January 12, 2020
God is great! To have provided the Ayurveda before the advent of humanity and to provide for continuous means of understanding, preserving and enlivening this precious Ayurveda that we are able to share in here at Vaidyagrama. May this sanctuary continue to increase in the blessings from all six directions to strengthen all sevadars of well-being in Vaidyagrama and beyond. From all participants in the wellness process, from plants to minerals, to gardeners, to therapists, to doctors, their teachers and Lord Dhanwantari Himself, may all achieve oneness.
To be delivered from suffering and delusion is the great gift of Panchakarma. Deep thanks to each and all who have a dedicated to the sacred art & science of harmonious living with the nature. May Vaidyagrama continue to be a beacon and a well for those seeking radiant health. My deepest thanks for your practical wisdom, loving, kindness and remembrance of the eternal meeting place of goodness and how.
Jaisri Lambert,
Vancouver, Canada.

January 12, 2020
With the transformative experience!!
Body, mind and spirit cleansed, washed and purged through and through. My sincere thanks to the staff at Vaidyagrama, especially Dr Hari Kumar, Dr Ardent and Dr Mini, my therapists Prema, Athira, Mariamma. Thank you for your Consciousness, Follow through, Care and support.
Special heartfelt thanks to Semeena for her healing touch and attention to detail. I know you have all worked so hard and so long. Praying for a break for all of you! The smiles, the humility, the respect for others with always stay with me. The treatments, the food, the service, the satsangs, and new friends I have met here are all superb.
The following are some minor details that would improve the great experience because we all want Vaidyagrama to maintain and improve on its reputation
1.Placing a type of buffer on the chairs and table legs would decrease the annoying noise when being moved.
2.The quadrants echo and empty sound keeping Voice slow at night after 9 PM would be helpful.
3.Turning down the ringer volume of the pantry treatment phone would be helpful.
4.Since illam 10,11,12 are away from the main centre, an updated communication board would be a great way to keep us “Across the road” guests informed. This is important as many of us do not get out of rooms for various reasons.
5.I realize it may be difficult or challenging to do but advising us what types of food we are served would be helpful.
All of above suggestions do not take away from the beautiful experience at Vaidyagrama from the bottom of my heart, my gratitude for all of you have done for us and the surrounding villages. What a living testament for the goodness and love of the divine.
With much love & respect always,
Renee Rivera,
San Francisco,USA.

January 11, 2020
I am extremely happy to be at Vaidyagrama. Rendering good service to all alike with smiling face! Though the treatment goes slowly, the effect is good. Everyone here is with a smiling face. Vaidyagrama people are doing good job. God bless!
Thank you
R. Usharani,
Andrapradesh, India.

January 11, 2020
I am pleasantly surprised by the natural environment at Vaidyagrama, very peaceful and serene. Home of authentic Ayurveda! All staff are very congenial and genuinely service oriented. Truly helping everyone with a warm smile. The medical directors are very competent, knowledgeable and authentic, very service oriented. Spent a stress-free week and my health improved a lot. Look forward to a longer stay. Thoroughly recommend a longer stay. Thank you especially for the soulful morning and evening prayers.
Regards,
Ramakrishna Rebbapragada,
U S A.

January 11, 2020
Vaidyagrama is a hidden jewel to be found this year for me to my pleasant surprise this is the best place where all the services are properly planned and delivered. The entire staff including Medical Directors, Doctors, therapists, room service staff, front office, pharmacy etc – everyone is working with dedication and hard work to keep the patients to be comfortable. The morning prayers and evening Satsangs and other activities have kept me busy and helped me to take a proper time off from a busy world.
Vaidyagrama is a complete package which provides not only medical diagnosis but a life style living recommendations and a good life. Wishing the entire team all the best and looking forward to visit back soon. Also best wishes on all the other initiatives!
Thank you.
Chakravarthi Rebbapragada,
U S A.

January 11, 2020
Beautiful location, setting and facilities. Great variety of food and friendly staff!
John Enders,
Alaska, USA.

January 11, 2020
The amount of love, patience, kindness of everyone is beyond words. I enjoy everyone smile and their sincere wishes for us to be healed. From my heart, I wish everyone at the village healthy and happy and continue your noble mission.
Anna Chen,
UK.

January 10, 2020
What a wonderful place” this is what comes immediately in my mind when entering here. So silent, so peaceful even divine. Thanks to all and everyone for your caring……
Eva Rohrer,
Austria

January 10, 2020
Thank you all for this beautiful healing place you have created. I love the focus on body, mind and spirit and even after only 12 days, I leave refreshed, more grounded and just a little wiser. I look forward to returning soon and I am excited to see the community expand in the coming years
With gratitude,
Sascha,
California, USA.

January 10, 2020
The beauty of nature is felt from within through the gentle care of everyone here at Vaidyagrama.
It surely helps to come back. To come back to one’s innermost true self, endowed with care and love for all.
Thank you to all the beautiful people that I was graced to meet during my stay here.
The Doctors, the therapists, the cooks, the cleaners as well as those supporting spiritually in this happy village…
May each and every one of you be blessed for years to come.
Thank you,
Lama Samgyay (Mr. Phi’ippe Danaux),
France.

January 10, 2020
If the notion of a healing village exists it must be in Vaidyagrama. Have been here a couple of times, and each experience has been better than the previous one. It just gets better. In short, enjoyed the Vaidyagrama experience; special thanks to Dr. Harikrishnan and Dr.Soniya and great therapists.
Charles Santiago,
Malaysia.

January 10, 2020
This is my second time here at Vaidyagrama. This time I have stayed for 3 weeks.
Wonderful treatment & fantastic staff!
I have enjoyed my stay and achieved what I came for – lost 5kgs, reduced my sugar level by 50% and relaxed, no back pain.
Well done and thank you, all the team from the cleaners, the masseurs, doctors and admin staff. It is a great place to come. Keep up the good work. See you again soon I hope.
Moshe Magal Gamil,
United Kingdom.

January 9, 2020
There was a strong drive to come and experience Panchakarma at Vaidyagrama for many years. And after 5 weeks of living here (and 25 days in treatment) I am so grateful to have come. This is an experiment in Vedic Living – constructed on ancient values and built with clear intention. To do the business of healing on a personal level is not easy. It requires awareness, compassion and a degree of surrender. The good fortune of being under the tender care of Dr. Harikrishnan, along with Drs. Aruna, Sreeji and Soniya allowed for true healing to occur. All of the therapists I had the pleasure to meet, treated me with such loving care, with a level of skill and caring, I truly didn’t expect. I enjoyed observing Vaidyagrama as a true healing village, and as such, a living entity that has its challenges and its triumphs, but each person that I had the honour of coming in contact with approached their work with a sense of purpose, and allowed the entire to focus on healing – not only of the patients, but on their own healing and the continued health of the community. My deepest, sincerest gratitude for a truly transformative experience. I hope to return.
With Love and Gratitude,
Jill Sara Talve
USA

January 9, 2020
Dear Vaidyagrama,
This is my second visit to Vaidyagrama, although my ego resisted to come back. There are moments in life when you have to stop all your activities, and take care of your body and soul. And Vaidyagrama is the best place for that. Thank you all for your care, safety, love, knowledge, which you so generously share with us.
Love from all my heart,
Sanja Horvat,
Croatia.

January 9, 2020
Thanks to all of you for everything you are! You were giving and accepting. Will come again to this good silent place.
Garima,
Austria.

January 9, 2020
Divinely inspired
Grace lives here.
May She continue to do so for the benefit of all beings.
God bless!
Ms. Karen Watson
London

January 8, 2020
This is the first time I came here. This is one of the best Ayurveda centres. The treatment was very good.
I felt very much better. Accommodation was very comfortable, in a clean and safe environment.
They provided us hygienic and healthy food.
Ayurveda doctors, therapists and staff are very kind, friendly and approachable.
I really enjoyed my stay here. It was like a dream or heaven for me.
I loved the gardens. It was so peaceful.
I really enjoyed the weekly group dinner at Mandapam where we had very delicious and tasty food.
Daily prayers and lot of Pujas make our mind calm and positive.
I would like to thank each and every one at Vaidyagrama village who cared for us.
Mansi Sangal,
Karan Satija,
Haryana, India.

January 7, 2020
With deep knowledge and with soul, the staff and practitioners here at Vaidyagrama have given me a whole new understanding of health and healing. I am inspired by the connection between Wellness and the love for nature and love for others that is present throughout treatment. I am so grateful for this amazing opportunity and I am confident that this will contribute to a smart and healthy future. I am grateful to have worked with amazing doctors and therapists whose dedication, sincerity and heartfulness is unique and unfamiliar to me in Healthcare.
Some suggestions:
* It maybe explaining to patients about when to take Kashayam or medicine in relation to taking food. (I didn’t know that I need to be wait between kashayam and food)
* Recipes
* Good to explain what the Pooja Means
Thank you so much for everything with love and gratitude!
Kaitlin Wachsberger,
Israel.

January 7, 2020
May your dreams come true.
May the plants smile and grow.
May the birds roar out of laughter.
May your heart heal.
May the Lotus flower eternally open and close!
What a brilliant gift and opportunity to be here.
We will return; we are profoundly grateful that this place exists.
Thank you!
Mr. Jordan Sebastian Grinstein,
Ms. Madeline XU Lam,
USA.

January 7, 2020
The relief from suffering, be it physical, emotional or mental, that is what has brought each of us to this place of true healing, Vaidyagrama. Even to seek out and actually find such a place is, I think a turning point in one’s life. I feel myself most fortunate to have spent these past days in this unique Ayurveda community. Everywhere I look, care and nurturing are seen and felt. From the doctors and therapists and treatment staff, from the administrators and office staff, from the many blessed facility staff seeing to the smallest detail of comfort and order; from the gardeners, the farmers.
How to describe the radiant effect of so many smiles in one day, I can only say it feels like a flash of happiness. Here, this opportunity for Ayurvedic health care is an unparalleled healing relationship with a dedicated team of doctors – each one bringing experience, knowledge and caring, thinking together, all focused on one’s individual improvement of health. With each day’s consultations, they have created a rapport of confidence and trust. Each doctor’s precious skill in reading the pulse, their questions and genuine interest in the state of one’s well-being, all this nurtures one along the path ahead, so we can be open to receiving and participating in the practical details to one’s healing.
Thank you Dr. Harikrishnan, Dr. Aruna, Dr. Sreeji, Dr. Soniya for your great blessing of Ayurveda knowledge and care!! And thank you to my therapists Shreesna and Vidya, each dedicated and so highly skilled; Dhanwantari’s offerings surely flowing from their hands!
And the opportunity every day to wake up to Mother Nature’s Kingdom of healing trees and plants, of many birds, of sun and warmth, to the sound of the ringing bell and chants to enliven and give thanks to the Devatas, the Pandit’s visits and blessings of the sounds of the Veda. All of this is interwoven into the fabric of each day, a sweet and also very memorable blend of Vedic life in India.
And the satsangs, Dr. Ram Kumar – sitting together, each question asked was so welcome, helping to bring forth such invaluable wisdom and insights into all areas of life. Thank you Ram Kumar!! Such essential knowledge deeply touches and changes one. It moves one forward on one’s individual path of evolution. And at the same time, move us all forward together towards sharing wholeness. Your thoughts, these truths, will stay with me to ponder and learn from over and over again very precious.
Thank you. Vaidyagrama and with Punarnava, here is that new paradigm of which Dr. Ram Kumar has spoken; here is a new paradigm for a better world; here is the ancient model revived and made live again, live in wholeness. Thank you, each and every one of you at Vaidyagrama. Every day spent here with you all has been a teaching, a true gift! This beauty and balance is imprinted in my heart and in my physiology, I will carry all of this, each of you, your community and your village, with me to my home.
Love,
Margaret Evanne Menz,
Washington, USA

January 6, 2020
First and foremost, I would like to thank my cousin Mr. Arwin for sending me here to Vaidyagrama for 21 days of treatment. I also want to give thanks from the bottom of my heart to Dr. Harikrishnan, Dr. Soniya and therapists Sajith, Gireesh, Ratheesh, Lakshmi, Deekshitha, Sreeshma, Anusree, Susheela for the warm, care and advice and personalised professional care. I will miss this place, but looking forward to coming back. I will strongly recommend Vaidyagrama to family, friends and others. I strongly feel one should be blessed to be here. The prayers on the morning and evening I looked forward to. The satsang with doctors is very informative. The garden around Vaidyagrama is very nice to walk around. Again thanks to one and all at Vaidyagrama for everything.
Deepak Bondade,
Andhra Pradesh.

January 6,2020
Based on my 7 days stay… The ambience is very nice. There is a sincere, dedicated team of Doctors, staff up to the cleaning crew. Their philosophy and science based concept is impressive. Their activity in charity (food for needy villagers, Balagrama) is adorable. I participated in almost all prayers and satsang. I like the way it is conducted. Very refreshing and brings to more focus.
Some observations (can be considered as feedback):
a. Small improvement in closet seat alignment; shelf locks fitting can be taken care of.
b. Regarding some satsangs…. You have great stuff to deliver, but delivery could be more impressive. We cannot expect all doctors to be experts in delivering. We could choose someone good in it (as you are focusing on a different level of audience who are in a state to enlightenment or are impressed upon the concept)
c. Balagrama children can be taught to take care of cleaning their rooms themselves, which can help them in the future as an independent human.
All in all, I am very much impressed and will surely come again for longer stay for treatment.
Thanks for asking the comments.
Sundararajan venkitachalam,
Indonesia.

January 06, 2020
This is my 3rd visit to Vaidyagrama and I would like to thank everyone from the bottom of my heart for taking care of me and smiling and also making sure we are in the best comfort. It is a special experience. It took 3 years to realize that this has to be a way of life and not something one does for a “Detox” 2 weeks. It is a time for inward-looking and letting all out. There are so much physical and emotional stimuli. The staff on all levels is always present. Special thanks for all the treatment staff. I feel great as there is so much to learn. Hope to meet you next year.
Thank you.
Salim Carrim Currimjee,
Mauritius.

January 6, 2020
My beloved Vaidyagrama team,
Our heart melts with the tender love that every one of you have shared with us. Your patience, care and warmth brought so much love into our lives. We came here looking for a motherly care and we have found it on you. We have felt protected since our arrival, just what we needed.
Thank you from our hearts, Love.
Daniela and Claudia,
Australia.

January 6, 2020
Dear doctors and all members of staff at Vaidyagrama Ayurvedic village. This place has opened our eyes to a new world of patient care in harmony with nature and the divine spirit of learnt gurus. Our experience has been revering and a great learning experience for me in particular. Being a doctor myself I can now have faith in the humanity and humility of the doctors here. Their dedication is Paramount with good ethical behavior, excellent manners and kindness. The treatments were brilliant. I also wholeheartedly agree with strong religious backbone, Chanting mantras, pep talks, seminars and open discussions. Rooms were comfortable and clean. Food was an early issue but with time we learnt to understand the values and reasons of such diets. We will be eternally thankful and Feel our visit to Vaidyagrama was worth its value in Gold.
Thank you once again
Regards
Mahua and Ashok Mukherjee,
UK.

January 05, 2020
My husband Gulu and I came to Vaidyagrama not knowing what to expect.
We both have problems (not major but persistent).
On the sixth day here, I realized that my body can be healed and today my heart was singing, so was i.
We leave soon, but definitely come back.
Dr Ramanandan is a true Karma yogi. Dr Pramila is so kind and caring. The place is clean and functional.
But the best is the lovely trees and the bird song, and the smiles of everyone here. Much love Gita.
A big God bless!
Gita Gulu Lalchand Mirchandani,
Gulu Lalchand Mirchandani,
Mumbai, India.

January 4, 2020
Dear Vaidyagrama team,
I really want to thank all the doctors and staff members for their selfless love. This is a holy place where people come from everywhere and experience the natural healing process using Ayurveda. I came here with my daughter for treatment, but she didn’t want to stay alone and hence stayed here with her and even participated in the Panchakarma treatment. Initially we found it difficult to stay, but later realised the importance of connecting with nature. I learnt a lot due to Satsang sessions and because of Wi-Fi restrictions. Although my daughter is still hearing voices, I am hopeful that she will fully recover in the next few months. Initially I find difficulty with bland food but later developed my taste buds.
A couple of feedback:
Please inform patients about mosquito situation in advance so that they can bring their own repellent cream spray and patches. This is also true for toiletries example soap and shampoo. A detailed information or guide of what to expect and about stay would help to be mentally prepared, will be helpful.
We were planning to drop our daughter to stay for 3 weeks but a support is needed to stay with the patient; if I knew about this in advance we could have planned flight arrangements accordingly. I had to book additional flight tickets and cancellation was not allowed by Airlines.
To sum it up, it was a good overall experience and with the best of luck to Vaidyagrama to grow further. I would be looking forward for Vaidyagrama to open more centers so that it can reach to wider patients, including set up in Singapore.
Best wishes,
Ravinder Singh,
Singapore.

January 04, 2020
This is my fourth visit to Vaidyagrama. It is becoming my annual practice to maintain balance in busy and stressful life. Deep thanks to all the Doctors and therapists. Vaidyagrama is not just medical for Ayurveda treatments, but it is a way to find yourself in this busy world.
Nice to see the expansion, however it is important that Vaidyagrama keeps the same atmosphere and vibration.
Sincerely,
Larissa Koursova,
USA.

January 3, 2020
I came to Vaidyagrama with very little knowledge of Panchakarma and Ayurveda. And I feel my education has just begun. It is a vast array of application and philosophy – actually it’s an attitude to life. I am looking forward to incorporate my new learnings into my daily life back home. My only regret is that I couldn’t stay for the whole 21 days. My mum who is 79 was the main reason for my coming. But I am convinced that a full 21 day stay will do me wonders. I look forward to come back very soon to continue my healing journey.
I have thoroughly enjoyed the daily routine of Vaidyagrama from the energetic chanting with Dr. Ramadas in the morning at 6 am to the satsangs, group dinners, evening chanting and prayers. Especially the 3 hours of chanting during the solar eclipse was truly magical. The New Year pooja is something I will never forget. Just incredibly beautiful! What a wonderful start to the new decade and the year 2020. We are truly blessed.
I want to thank Dr.Harikrishnan, Dr. Ramkumar, Dr. Soniya, Dr. Aruna, Dr. Sreeji especially for taking such good care of us. And of course, the therapists Lakshmi, Deekshitha, Anusree, Sreeshma for being so kind and loving. Thank you Vaidyagrama community – you are wonderful! See you again in 2020 and that’s a promise!
Niti Bhujang,
Australia.

January 03, 2020
I sincerely would like to thank all the Doctors, therapists and all the staff for the treatment I received. Each day I was treated with care, courtesy and compassion. I appreciate everybody’s profound knowledge and hard work. Thank you.
Louise Claire Goodvach,
Australia.

January 3, 2020
My son Swami Paramananda, who is Jennifer’s friend, had been here last year. After my both knee replacements he wanted me to come here for recovery. My daughter Niti, accompanied me as she also wanted to take treatments.
Vaidyagrama is excellent facility and that is my observation. The staff is loving and caring. The best thing among the people here is dedication. Everyone is dedicated to give his/ her best. Even the lady working in the garden, I found was doing her job very well. The doctors Dr. Harikrishnan, Dr. Soniya, Dr. Sreeji and Dr.Aruna, all are very gentle and caring. The therapists Lakshmi, Sreeshma, Deekshitha, Anusree are very friendly and full of care. I was happy to come here and may come again. I wish all the success to Vaidyagrama
Nalini Bhujang,
Australia.

January 2, 2020
Dear Vaidyagrama Team,
Thank you for the excellent attention of my therapists Devaki, Meghala, Anita, Shiny and many more of the day team in making my stay comfortable. Thank you to the team of doctors Vinod, Ramanandan, Ardent etc., for the care and dedication towards our wellbeing. Wishing everyone in vaidyagrama happiness and good health in 2020!
Fine,
Kate Sim,
Delhi, India.

January 2, 2020
This is my first visit to vaidyagrama. What and amazing experience this has been! I really have to thank Arun Pandala Sir for suggesting this place. The environment is serene and calm. The food simple, the doctors and staff very caring and fully invested in my journey of healing. It takes a lot of work and effort and patience to build and run a healing centre like this and I very much appreciate what the doctors and all the staff put into this to make this happen. Besides my wellness, I am going to be taking back a lot of fond memories. I have already started recommending this place to my friends and family! Thank you Dr. Harikumar & Dr. Ardent for the personal attention you given to my needs and conditions
Keep up this excellence!
Narayana Yellapragada,
San Jose, California,
USA.

January 2, 2020
No words can fully convey how grateful I am and how deeply healed I feel after almost 3 weeks here. I know nothing about Panchakarma before coming, and are now left with a profound sense of awe and respect for this ancient system of knowledge, philosophy and healing Ayurveda. I feel transformed and renewed, cleansed inside-out, and at peace and joy throughout at physical, mental & spiritual dimensions of my being. I have learned so much not only about health and balance but about myself.
My heartfelt thanks go especially to Dr. Harikrishnan, whom I felt I would trust from the very first instance. I felt completely at ease with him and really appreciate that he took the time to check up on a daily basis. His professionalism together with his ease, humility, friendliness and gentle presence are a rare combination of qualities in the field of medicine (in my experience at least) and made all the difference to me – enabling me to just surrender into this unknown times, and also a challenging journey of healing. Similarly the friendliness, smiles and competence of Dr.Sreeji and Dr.Soniya as well as the many lovely therapists, had enabled me to feeling relaxed and to just receive. Thank you all “block 8” – Also the friendly support staff, cleaners, administrative personnel – all around.
A few aspects that I especially enjoyed & appreciated:
· The Garden!
· The trees, birds, butterflies and other creatures
· The peace and silence & having my own space
· The ecological values and natural elements is everything from construction material,
· Organic food, no chemicals, no plastic in toilet paper etc
· The small details, like the fresh and gorgeous flower arrangements at every entrance
· A “pond”
· The beautiful music played during the day
· The food pre-post- treatment was Delicious
· The daily yoganidras!… Bliss
· Dr Ramkumar’s satsangs & other interesting topical talks
· The library
· The weekly community meal where we can share from our hearts & creativity
· The communal works with nearby villages
Some suggestions for improvement (all very minor):
Make sure that there really is someone to pick up the guest from the airport, especially if the guest has confirmed & reconfirmed the pick-up even just 2 days prior. I had to wait an hour at the airport & ended up having to use my international phone account to call to get someone to take me home. Not a great first impression, unfortunately. Would be nice if not all the activities (talks, satsangs etc.) were always just in the afternoon. I ended up missing most of those as my treatment was almost always in the afternoon.
Would have been nice to get / borrow a printed copy of the songs sung during morning & evening prayers so all are able to sing along, and with translation or summary if possible! Soften lights in the room please! Or then some lamps shades – Especially for those of us with sensitive eyes more regular change of towels.
I had to ask to get fresh clean towels after more than a week had passed. A blanket or shawl for sitting out on the terrace (for warmth but also to cover from mosquitoes), and also matches that actually work. More benches in the garden; perhaps situated slightly off the main walkway for more peace. Precise info via e-mail prior to coming here, especially on post-PK phase & what to expect/ plan for would have been appreciated as I don’t tend to read website carefully. Hope the above is of some use & thanks for the request for feedback.
I will DEFINITELY highly recommended Vaidyagrama to family and friends (I already have).
I truly hope that this place maintains its quality despite expansion and inspires for the replication of many more heavens like this around the world. Thank you once again.
Aili Pyhala Helsinki,
Finland.

January 01, 2020
In Vaidyagrama one would forget everything including today’s date, that’s why you observe 2019 got changed to 2020. Though challenging for a first timer like me, one need to go through this cleansing for a healthy living. What works for Vaidyagrama? Tell me, what doesn’t?
· Promoters, who are intact even now thus, following their commitment for a universal health.
· Grass-root staff who are well trained & enthusiastic inspite of not English skilled – but they are the best.
· Second rung team of Doctors, ready to serve any time.
· Availability of the doctors 24*7 inside the campus.
· Non-depending on “my doctor”- a team of doctors are aware of your case ‘within a cluster’.
· Excellent therapists.
· Living with nature including chirping of birds.
Suggestions for improvement:
First and foremost, please find an alternative for ghee treatment. It virtually made me cry. But end result matters. Till then should bear it.
Was just thinking why only ground floor is constructed? Not high risk – but at least one floor would have meant additional capacity without compromising on quality.
Big thank you to each & every one of you!
Gampi
Ganapathy Kamath,
Bangalore.

January 01, 2020
Before coming to Vaidyagrama, I had no idea what Panchakarma consisted of, apart from simply getting massages! But after spending 3 weeks here I can honestly say that the experience is no like other. From waking up early in the morning to have my bitter kashayam to the doctors asking me about my bowels before anything else, the experience of a rollercoaster of physical and mental challenges which were all overcome by the help of Dr.Harikrishnan, Dr.Sreeji, Dr.Soniya, Dr.Aruna all the therapists and staff. The wisdom and knowledge gained throughout the stay here has helped me gain a better outlook on Ayurveda and how it can be incorporated back at home. Satsangs with Dr.Ramkumar, prayers with Dr.Ramdas and group dinners where we could show our talents, will all be missed when we leave. Vaidyagrama is a safe, heartful village where we can escape to from our busy lives and balance our doshas (not dosas-) and I wish all the best to everyone here! As much as we all complained about kanji and ghee, we will miss them when we are back home.
See you soon,
Paavan Vaghela,
London.

January 1,2020
Vaidyagrama for me the heaven on earth!
It is a place where you can leave the world behind and enjoy the peace + tranquility of the nature and its surroundings. The three weeks here have flown by & it’s time to head back home. The Vaidyagrama community works so well in harmony with one another, from the doctors to the therapists and the staff. I have felt like I have not left home when coming to stay here. Most patients here would rather not eat then eat “kanji” But eating kanji and taking ghee has given me so much energy and even though the mosquitoes have eaten me alive, I have still enjoyed every moment of the past three weeks.
I hope the growth of Vaidyagrama is continuous, switching with the success of the founder’s vision to create a sustainable and eco-friendly place to live and practice Ayurveda. I have to support their efforts from my world to be a continued part of the Vaidyagrama and Punarnava community. I have felt very loved and cared for during my stay and won’t forget Dr Harikrishnan and his favorite sentence “Let’s see” as well as all his advices given along the way. I would also like to wish a big thanks to Dr.Sreeji, Dr.Soniya, and Dr.Aruna for checking up on my daily, giving by smiles and sharing some of the knowledge. Thank you to Shalini, Athira, Vidya, Anjali and rest of the therapists.
Lots of love & Jai Shree Krishna
Manisha Vaghela,
London.

January 1, 2020
Words cannot describe how grateful I am to everyone in this blessed place for taking care of me, their love, and understanding and to cool for giving the infinitive wisdom to come here. There have been major improvements in my conditions and I feel like new and feel again. But it is not just the treatments that I have received here. The healing facilitated in this place goes beyond the physical. This place has recommended me to my spiritual practice and inspired my thirst for further studies in Ayurveda even more. I will miss your satsangs and listening to Dr Ramkumar. And I will really miss all the doctors who gave me so much love here – Dr Harikrishnan, Dr Sreeji, Dr Soniya, Dr Aruna and the therapists! I thank you all from the bottom of my heart!
Until next time!
Love
Oxana Weber,
London.

February 29, 2020

Words cannot express the deep gratitude that I feel for Vaidyagrama- for the doctors, the therapists, the staffs, the land, the trees, nature itself, the animals, quietude, atonement, satsangs and beautiful teachings.
There was a challenge at the beginning of the journey as I was sent away to another Ayurveda hospital for the first 3 nights. Although I was deeply disappointed, it did give me an opportunity to compare 2 Ayurveda hospitals. And Vaidyagrama really is a step above with the way they structure their days and integrate with nature. Providing teaching combined with nature and quietude.
This has been an extraordinary healing journey and has nothing but love for Vaidyagrama and all who serve here. I feel that I have been renewed, retrieved, nourished and loved for the past 23 days.
Special thanks to Dr.Harikrishnan, Dr.Soniya, Dr.Sreeji and Dr.Ramesh, Lakshmi (magic hands) and Viji and full set up for success for my return home.
With Gratitude
Caryn Challman
USA

February 29, 2020
Thank You, thank you, thank you. I have received so many gifts here at Vaidyagrama – my health, energy, renewed optimism, and sense of purpose. This transformation came through the people, the wisdom, the treatments, the medicines, the outing, food and prayers. Namaste and deep gratitude to the doctors, therapists, cleaners, cooks, assistants and everyone else who make this place the healing sanctuary that is- with local, global, and universal impact.
May all flourish here.
Drs. Harikrishnan and Soniya in particular helped me through a few difficult moments with love and care and professionalism- as well as Dr.Sreeji..
I am returning home confident in the future of Vaidyagrama and my own health. I hope to see everyone again!
Much love, Gratitude
Grace Welker
New York

February 29, 2020
I was recommended to come to Vaidyagrama punarnava by Smt. Jayanthasree Balakrishna. I have to say thank to her first.
Such a wonderful place without TV and AC.I really enjoyed the vaidygrama. I appreciate the doctors morning and evening come and enquire my health and about treatment.
I am waiting for the result. After going back only I will tell. But as far as am here my internal would be clear. Now am feeling my body in light.
The hospitality and reception and managements are very nice and good. Thank you.
Anbalagan Masilamani
Singapore

February 29, 2020
Dear all
Thank you so much for life changing experience, it was blissful staying here.
Wish you all the best and hope to come back sometime later.
Lots of love
Egle Luotyte,
Lithuania

February 29, 2020
Thank you to everyone who has been so kind and attention over the last four weeks, all members of staff who have helped in all manner of ways.
I have felt very supported during my stay in Vaidyagrama and have found it a really enlighting experience.
The energy here is very nourishing and healing and it is amazing what has been achieved since the village started eleven years ago.
May it continue to flourish and prosper.
John Sheridan Miller
Bristole.

February 28, 2020
With many thanks to all doctors and therapists for the space I received to the entire mind in quietness. I have learnt lots, and for Dr Hari Kumar humour and help with simplicity answering my questions. Hopefully I will return.
Claire Louise Lafferty,
Canada.

February 28, 2020
I came to Vaidyagrama to try and get a hold of my managing health and worsening habits of thinking and finally breach myself of conscious habit in eating. The treatments were superb, lost weight, lost pain, lost worry, and gained improved eyesight and balance, and a sense of how much better I should feel then I have felt.
Thank you to all of the doctor and Therapists, I will be recommending your village and many people for the future.
Gary Allan Day,
Canada.

February 28, 2020
With heartfelt thank you to you all doctors, therapists and personnel. You have created an environment of rest and healing. I hope to return.
With love
Diane Grifin
USA.

February 28, 2020
This wonderful experience was recommended by various friends from different countries and now I can continue to recommend it to others. This has been a month long birthday gift (75th) to myself and what a better gift could there be. I feel renewed and rejuvenated for the years to come and if necessary know where to come for another gift. The caring of doctors and everyone else who work here has been great. The talks were very helpful to make change in my diet at home. I learned so much and better understanding of Ayurveda which I know very little about before. So many thanks to you all for the incredible vision manifested.
Suzanne Huffman
Mexico.

February 28, 2020
To all of you beautiful souls here at Vaidyagrama,
It’s been an amazing healing energy that has taken we to this amazing healing place. This is my first travel to India and first time to Vaidyagrama, and first time doing panchakarma. This place is so inspiring and I feel like I Am leaving this place having made so much progress in my healing journey. If I had not had my big health calamity in 2014, that started a new chapter in my life. It pushed me to begin my healing and spiritual journey that landed me at this place.
Thank you so much for everything.
My gratitude to all the doctors and staff.
Much love
Susanne Britt Hamman
New Mexico

February 26, 2020
It was a wonderful experience, came reluctantly and we are feeling happy to be here for the last 3 weeks. The staffs, doctors and Therapists as well as the other support staffs are truly amazing. There love, support and care made our stay enjoyable. It is a great facility that runs very smoothly. Everyone that works here are committed to giving the best care possible. I am grateful to Dr. Harikrishnan, Dr. Soniya, Dr. Sreeji and Dr. Ramesh for being there when needed. All the best and hope to visit again in the near future. We are leaving well oiled, lubricated and happy.
Special thanks to Dr.Ramanandan for giving counselling and support when needed.
Arvinder Singh Kaler and Kulwant Kaur Kaler
Canada

February 26, 2020
Dear Vaidyagrama family,
It was a delightful experience waking up to the sounds of the birds, chirping, smelling fresh, clean air and watching the trees outside. Away from the Hustle and bustle of everyday life!
The 15 days spent here has been so fulfilling both on the physical plane as well as a spiritual plane. There is time to sit and introspect on life! The simple living, Wholesome food added to the overall experience.
Special thanks to all the wonderful doctors, therapist and cleaning people who go about their Job quietly and efficiently ever willing to help!
There is so much of positivity around this place! Absolutely Soothing and calming! Thank you all for the wonderful time Spent here! God bless all of you!
Radha Rajakrishnan
Chennai, India

February 26, 2020
I would like to thank all the Doctors, therapists, cleaning staff, front desk for all their help, assistance while in and their care and all the cooking staff. Especially Dr.Sreeji and Dr.Soniya for their patience during this visit to Vaidyagrama.
Many blessings to Dr Harikrishnan, thank you Dr Ramdas for lending your computer cord I left at home.
Craig Dickson
Wood Hole, MA, USA

February 26, 2020
After my good experience with Ayurveda in the past, I decided to undergo 6 weeks of Panchakarma at “Vaidyagrama”. Respected practitioners in the US referred this wonderful place to me. The environment is thoughtfully designed to heal body, mind and spirit.
Senior Doctor/director Harikrishnan along with doctors Ramesh, Sreeji and Soniya are knowledgeable, courteous, professional and caring. They patiently answered all my questions and made sure of proper care. All therapists and staff are here to help and do their
best to be attentive and caring. Given my experience, I canrecommend this place to anyone interested deep, restorative healing.
Marco Kleiner
Ft Lauderdale Fl USA.

February 25, 2020
Supreme gratitude to Dr Ramkumar for following his dream and to the doctors who helped him manifest this wonderful healing village is called VAIDYAGRAMA!
Heartfelt thanks and gratitude to Dr Ramadas and Dr Vasudeva for their thoughtful caring insightful attention to this body’s imbalances during my stay. Dr Ramadas was my doctor during my first visit in 2016 and I was delighted to discover that I was among his patients this visit!
My main therapists Vaishnavi and Kalpana excellent! I was totally relaxed in their healing hands! And grateful Thanks to all of the other women working in my unit; I was in room number 110, for being so helpful reliable and hardworking every day. It was a blessing to spend 3 weeks with all of them. To those working in other areas of the village, my sincere appreciation!
May Vaidyagrama continue to bless and heal all those who show up at her door.
May all be happy!
Swami Karunapremananda
USA

February25, 2020
I had a very good treatment and I feel very refreshed. I feel apart from the treatment it is also a spiritual Retreat. I feel happy and cared for. The doctors and the staff took extremely good care of me.
Shantha Ramakrishnan
Palakkad, kerala

February 25, 2020
Full of gratitude and excitement for my incredible care here, my body and mind needed that nourishment and rejuvenation. I am curious to see how this change can be implemented in my life.
A few ideas to make this experience better for future guests
– At every satsang, ask students to hold all questions until the end. It was very distracting and hard to follow the lectures and it would set a format for everyone to learn.
– Perhaps record cooking classes Kashayam classes for YouTube?
-For guests staying at Acharya Nivas house, providing blankets, pillows and cushions would make it more comfortable. Adding seating outside would also be nice. It felt very isolating and sometimes difficult to be comfortable. It is a beautiful and blessed farm space with magical birds that deserve to be appreciated.
– It would be more beneficial if there was a clear communication about costs. The communication between email, staff and physicians seemed unclear and confusing and in space of trust it was uncomfortable to be surprised by incidental or surprise costs. Perhaps having someone from billing discuss with patients on day one is helpful to clarify and confusion.
– I loved meeting Geetha and learning about the VG trust. This is just a beautiful enterprise that deserves more recognition.
-Would be helpful for students to know the recovering time needed after treatment here. It is very startling to know how recovery impacts our health. Again thank you for a lovely experience and wishing you all a beautiful year ahead.
With love
Roshni Shah,
USA

February 23, 2020
Once again I have completed at vaidyagrama and Am happy with the result. Gratitude all around for my doctors and the whole staff.
Paul mark Saunders
California

February 23, 2020
Each year I see the changes at Vaidyagrama and I still see the original intention, and foundations being built upon. It’s amazing to see expansion while key points hold – small team managing each block allows very personal care, allowing getting to know the staff and affording a great sense of comfort and safety as we go through these treatments.
The doctors are as always wonderful. Happy to have Dr.Sreeji and Dr Sonia here and hope they can stay many years. Welcome to Dr Ramesh and Dr Vinod.
My therapists were excellent and it was really nice to have mostly the same ones every day.
The pujas, home, prayers and satsangs are such gifts. I look forward to returning next year
Sincere gratitude,
Durga Leela,
USA

February 23, 2020
Vaidyagrama was and is much more than I expected. The environment is like being in a forest with love and nurturing. Ayurvedic doctors attending to each and every patient. Ayurveda therapists excellent in treatments, housekeepers, laundry, landscaping all make Vaidyagrama a place to heal, (can’t forget birds, Vedic chants, cats cows)
I arrived stiff from a past injury and am now feeling like flexible pillow.
My gratitude to those doctors who had the wisdom and determination to make this possible.
Jennifer Andrews
USA

February 23, 2020
My symptoms Grade 3 uterus prolapse, tremor and various other little imbalances.
Firstly I would like to thank Aparna and Krishna for the communication before I came here. Suggestion for message to be timelier and all messages replied straight away or advice when you will get back to them on a certain day. I have never been to India before and I found at times the lack of communication frustrating, However Krishna always replied directly and kept me calm. First point of call is always the most important one to keep the client safe and welcome.
My Story coming to Vaidyagrama. I was not referred, however kept researching and looking for an Ayurvedic hospital. There was a lot around but when I saw eco healing village that is what attracted me. I was diagnosed with a prolapse two years ago and the doctors said to operate. I have been on natural medicines for this period of time and I wanted to try Ayurveda. I was so impressed with the facility as the pictures and website do not do this place justice; absolutely divine all the way to the rooms, the facilities, the birds, the cows and all the other animals living in harmony.
I had no expectations except for rest and I compulsorily got that. It was a challenging journey and for me it will continue. All treatments were of benefit to me in some way and I would definitely recommend any one working to give their baby and bring it to balance.
Thank you.
I would like to thank everyone from administration, security, garden staff, kitchen staff, cleaners, therapists and doctors. Special and grateful thanks go to Dr.Harikrishnan and Dr.Sreeji. You both make such a synergistic team, So pleasant, so humble. I was certainly blessed to have the right pair of Doctors. Dr.Sreeji you are such an angel for being there with your gentle soul. Thank you to both of you.
Also special thanks to my personal angels Vidya and Varsha, and Anju and the lovely Salini who was so patient with me teaching her English.
To my very caring and sweet cleaner, Rajamani. Thank you everyone.
It was an amazing experience and I would love to replicate this in Australia.
Suggestion: Gym, Table tennis table, getting patients host lunch for staffs. More information restarts treatment in particular advice as that you will be describing how to manage on its second last day. Advise them if any feeling they may experience.
Lots of love and blessings,
Suzette white
Perth, Australia.

February 23, 2020
I am so grateful for the caring shown to me here at Vaidyagramaby Dr. Harikrishnan, Dr. Ramesh and all the staff here.
My therapistsare a great bunch of guys – & I feel I must personally mention Girish Krishna, by name as he is so kind competent (also – V. RADHEESH & MANU). This being my 2ndvisit, I feel, I can recognize the cumulative effects of an annual Panchakarma.
I SEE you next year!
Chandramauli (Charles Hayse)
Jalisco,
Mexico
February 22, 2020
Dear Vaidyagrama,
Once again it’s been a wonderful experience here at Vaidyagrama. This is my third year coming here and it’s a one-of-a-kind pleasure. I leave feeling healthier and more optimistic. The therapists are sweet and caring, the doctors wise and patient. I look forward to my next visit.
Peace and love
Connie Ann Martin,
USA

February 21, 2020
I cannot say Thank You enough. I had no idea how much I had to heal until I was done with my treatments. I could not have asked for a more loving group of doctors and therapists. This place is truly like no other. I have so much love for all of the staff. This was the best experience and I can’t wait to come back.
Celeste Sophia Miles Carter
Colorado

February 21, 2020
Dear Vaidyagrama family,
First and foremost I would like to express our sense of thanks and gratitude to the Vaidyagrama family for making our stay here a pleasant experience. Though this is the first time we visit (me and my wife) here, within first few days we started feeling like as if we are at our home with great hospitality extended to us right from Dr.Harikumar ,Dr.Mini , Dr.Ardent, Therapists Kannan, Lalu Prasad, Hema, Mariya, Archana and few other assistants. We are most impressed by Dr Harikumar’s caring approach and his daily sharing of Ayurveda medicinal treatments related advices. Dr.Harikumar really reminded me down memory Lane those days I practiced meditation (Raja yoga). His approach is quite unique in the sense on the one hand treatment is done on a daily basis on the other hand he would share many tips on how to sustain the benefits for a long term basis by remaining as a happy human being. I learnt how keeping your mind in the state of happiness would result in improving our health and wellbeing. Dr.Mini a pleasant and caring doctor is a dedicated doctor. She is very helpful and always go extra Mile in Patient care. Hope she will continue to reach great heights. Dr.Ardent young and energetic doctor has always rendered his service with a smile. Very caring and listen to our needs. Hope both Dr.Mini and Dr.Ardent will become an asset to Vaidyagrama.
Therapists here, especially Kannan, Lalu Prasad, Hema and group of people, very caring and dedicated in their work, maintenance team, I need to mention about Mr Hakeem and Keerthi, who extended IT services when needed. Reception staffs are very friendly and supportive. I am also impressed by Dr.Ramadas for his chanting of mantras and prayers at Brahma Kamalam, such an electrifying voice created great vibrations during his prayer session. Generally we are happy with the overall services and treatments.
Every day Satsang at Mandapam found to be very useful on the treatment and learned how Ayurveda treatments have been administered. It was a systematic and step by step process giving ample time for preparation both physically and mentally. In conclusion, we are largely benefited from the short stay here and felt that the objective of our stay here achieved. Once again we would like to thank the management Vaidyagrama, Dr.Harikumar, Dr.Mini, Dr.Ardent and all therapists and support staff for the great service rendered to us. We have also planned to visit here towards end of this year.
Best wishes
Bhuvaneshwaran Veerasamy and Nirmala Buvaneswaran
Singapore.

February 21, 2020
Dear wonderful people of Vaidyagrama
Thank you for the warm and sensitive environment. All of the smiles and gentleness, the humour, the beauty create a deep healing place. Thank you for this and the skill – the Therapists were wonderful (special thanks to Bindu) Thank you for the big vision of Vaidyagrama – the eco-sustainability, the programmes in the villages, the food and the farm, the uniforms of the staff and the effort to maintain tradition and transforming cast prejudice and selfishness through caring community. And this is carried so well by the medical directors. One last thanks – something that I wanted to say to Dr Ramadas but didn’t have the chance. Thank you Dr Ramadas for your chanting and the way you led the morning and evening prayer. The conviction and the heart that you gave to the chants had a big impact. It transforms the space of the prayer hall making it a deep place for meditation. Thank you
With love and gratitude
Elizabeth Debolt,
Germany

February 21, 2020
This is an exquisite place
Thank you for your care, your heart, your professionalism.
Vaidyagrama is an Oasis, a little but living utopia of personal and planetary healing. The integral scope of your vision leaves me touched and impressed. I have only been here for one week this time, so I have not experienced the full cycle of healing that you can provide but the treatment and the atmosphere of your place have shown me a powerful natural way of healing.
Thank you Biju for my oil treatments and special thanks to Dr Ramadas for his Presence, the authority of his being, the love for his healing work and The Spiritual strength of his daily morning and evening chanting that become one integral part of the healing process in this week
With gratitude
Thomas steininger,
Germany

February 21, 2020
My sincere thanks to Dr Harikrishnan and his excellent doctors who were instrumental inhealing process. Some of them went beyond the call of duty to ensure I was comfortable & well taken care of. Special thanks to Dr. Ramesh who witnessed &subsided my Pitta uprising.. Ha-ha… and always made things better.I loved’Therapist – girl team’ who work so hard all day & still keep smiling. They are gentle bothphysically & in spirit. As
are the kitchen staff+ others. I enjoyed the greenery and appreciate the using steel instead of plastic, infact I didn’t see any plastic in use through my stay. I also found the satsangs informative. Special thanks to Geetha Hariharan who speeded-up my travel here. I also liked the open-architecture the greenery that attracts an amazing number of bird species.
In terms of improvement there are a few areas:
Communication: What is required is a real person to talk to instead of an email. Prompt replies to emails also will be appreciated. A better website with more information & perhaps more pictures. More things to do if you’re here for a long term, boredom are a real factor. Suggestion: (1) Have patients volunteer to teach English or another language to therapists. I noticed in feedback it is a real issue.
(2) It would be nice if we could show one appreciation of therapists, gardener, etc. by doctors and patients serving them a meal for a change. I hope the tree I plant will grow and attract more birds & bird song and adding to the healing atmosphere of Vaidyagrama.
Lalitha Krishnan,
Uttarakhand

February 20, 2020
Thank you to everyone for being positive always and take care of me and this body so sweetly. See you next time!
Kate O Donnell
USA

February 20, 2020
Extremely challenging 21 days. A true healing space.
It has been a privilege to be here. Thank you to the doctors and staff for your amazing work and care.
Thankyou Vaidyagrama for the teachings.
With gratitude
Kevin Obrien,
USA

February 19, 2020
Healing – The Vaidyagrama way
As I keep coming here the journey to detoxification and heal keeps getting deeper.
A big thank you to everyone Dr.Ramanandan, Dr.Vinod, Dr.Anupama, Dr.Prameela and our team of therapists who flit in and out of our room (with joy and laughter)
A big thank you to all the other staff at Vaidyagrama that we might not meet but are essential part of the daily running of this healing village.
Till next time!
Love
Mrinalini Chawla,
New Delhi

February 19, 2020
It was a good experience, 1stone in Ayurveda. I learnt a lot 9days along. It’s the real life with the mother Earth, all natural. Everyone in the same family Vaidyagrama in Love. For me two difficulties
– No sun directly, not enough light around me, in our room.
-No physical exercise.
! I thought I will practise some gentle yoga. But you explain me it is to integrate the ayurvedic treatment- OK
It is very impressive to see all the people working for this healing village and all the amelioration you do for the villages: feeding 125 humans every day and the home for the young boys. Everyone, the Doctors, the Therapists, the other Employees are very respectful, with attention for our well-being. (Sorry I don’t remember the names). I like discovering the ritual Hinduism.
Thank You for all this!
Good vibes for you!
Pascale Delrieu and Jean Yves Kerleguer
Caledonia,
France

February 19, 2020
Panamas of love and gratitude to all VG family!
Instant peace when I arrived, a sweet girl brought us tea on a tray with a smile.
I relished the solitude and therapy times.
The women therapists are so gifted and inspiring. Vaishnavi, Bindu, Indus, Kavya, Deepika and others. I know by face and gentle/ firm hands. Dr Ramadas’s jolly nature kept me in good faith and Aruna was a constant reliable presence. Thank you doctors and creators of this place for carrying the tradition of Ayurveda and reminding us all and the world that we are all already whole. Not to forget the house cleaners who kept everything feeling welcoming.
For me the evening times were hard. Me wanting to fall asleep at 8 or 9 but there always being pots washed or doors slamming or people talking outside my room, usually till 10pm
My health has been affected in a profound way and I have learned many new things to improve my digestion and overall health.
The Greatest Gift
I may even begin to wear my contacts less and glasses more…may be…
Love
Chitra – Mary Kate
USA

February 18, 2020
21 amazing days at Vaidyagrama. This is the hallmark of the dedicated staff of ayurvedic doctors, therapists and support personals of this one of a kind Drs village in south India. I can’t imagine this being reproduced anywhere else. Thanks for the efforts to all for making this a world class Ayurveda healing centre. I will be back for the restorative and healing thoughts of the ancient wisdom.
Mr. Gary Harold Sullivan
Virginia.

February 17, 2020
Thanks a lot Vaidyagrama. This is our second visit in a year. But we are more energized than the previous visit. A heaven of peace and home away from home. Doctors, therapists, and co staff all caring with a smile.
Great satsangs which made us more aware. Dr.Ramanandan, a special thanks to you.
Thanks to Mekhala and devaki ji
Dr. Vinod and Dr.Prameela, thanks for your patience.
With gratitude and love
Neena Chowdhary and Manju Chaudhary
Nagpur, India

February 17, 2020
My secondtrip to Vaidyagrama, amazing to see the vibrantgrowth and changes still happening.To me that reflect the intention of the leaders, the staff, I’m grateful.
I am grateful to be able to be cared for by such authenticallyknowledgeable& skilled peopledoctors, staff, front desk, and housekeeping. Everyone attentive and focussed on my
wellbeing.
It is a unique village that extends to the details, theservice of the community it shows
as a vision of healthmaterialized. ThankYou all for your many kindnesses and my increased health and especiallyDr. Hari Krishnan– My Doctor
Denise Lynn Gaylord,
USA

February 17, 2020
To my Vaidyagrama family,
Please accept my humblest and deepest gratitude for all your care and expert treatment during my first visit here. I am only sorry that I can’t stay longer. I know that there are many hard working staffs and support team members here that work behind the scenes and while I may not know their names and faces, their efforts are not unnoticed. Thank You to Dr.Harikumar, Dr.Mini, Dr. Ardent and Dr.Srisugha for taking the time to truly listen to me and continually tailoring this healing experience to my needs. It is too rare in this world that we have doctors who are deeply engaged with the processes of their patients in a way that addresses not just the physical body, but the emotional, mental and spiritual energies of each individual. I have been fed touched (and beaten) by the hands of Athira, Prema, Maryamma, Soumya, Adithya during my treatments and their quite, cheerful and steady manner has now raised the bar for me in what I expect from others who put themselves in service to me in this journey going forward. Being in this environment with the comforting noises from the cows, the birds chirping away to greet each day and the wailing cats in the yard have made me feel very much at home. This prismatically clean environment reflects the harmony with nature that Vaidyagrama seeks to instill in each and every one of us. I have loved prayers and poojas and yoganidra on the cool-filled floors o Brahmakamalam. With the Shivalinga, Sri Hanuman to affix my gaze an focus on. I was truly able to turn inward to reflect upon the divine beauty within. The community support and easeful conversations with the other guests here have also brought me a deeper sense of connection and joy than I thought possible, Cailyn from Sydney, Sasha from California, Ruchi and Varun quickly became friends that I could rely upon for a smile, chat and a laugh. Many thanks to Aparna who helped accommodate my uncertain travel plans to get here safely. I told her already that I hope to return in six months to a year to receive further treatments and to perhaps being others yoga therapists and clients to experience this magical place for themselves. I will miss people asking me I am married or have children – it is 2020 and the practice of inquiring such things of women must end if we are to understand and accept one another on a level that is far beyond our relationship status and procreative choices. I do think that there should be a better hotspot/wifi/ internet access in order to stay in touch better with our loved ones and be able to download reading materials and music( and yes I understand that many would be tempted to overuse this amenity even though it is necessary for others) . I have nothing negative to say or feel or share about my time here- I know that the process will continue as I venture off to explore more of this special and beautiful and sometimes challenging country. More than anything it is the people of Vaidyagrama and India that offer themselves their culture and systems and traditions with the whole of their hearts and spirits and it is those gifts of pure grace that imbue this planet with a necessary and indispensible richness. With my love and deepest pranams.
Carolyn Elizabeth Davis
New York

February 16, 2020
My stay here at Vaidyagrama has been nothing short of life changing. I have experienced a deep sense of peace and contentment that I will continue to keep with me and treasure always.
I have been learning to surrender to the love and healing care of all who work at this magical place. I am truly touched and grateful for this experience and I’m looking forward to coming back.
All my love
“Roshan” Kristine
Florida

February 16, 2020
I leave Vaidyagrama today after my fourth visit here. Each time I come I Am rumbled and filled with gratitude at the amazing work of healing and empowerment that is being done at this centre.
The very place itself exudes a love and warmth that fills one’s soul!
My doctor, Dr.Ramanandan has patiently heared me over the years, making me energetic and more resistant as I petting my health back on track. The therapists have certainly prone over the years – loved the time I spent with shiny, Lavanya, Kavya in my treatment. A big shout out to Radhika, Sanitha and Mekhala for taking such proud care of me with my meals etc. And to the support staff Thilakavathi for sure.
Thank You Dr.Vinod, Dr.Prameela, and Dr.Anupama for your patient listening and guidance.
God Bless.
Love,
Puneetha Roy
Assam, India

February16, 2020
OMG!! Vaidyagrama is a gift to the entire planet. I thank you with every cell of my being for
All the wisdom, care, prayer and overall sweetness that you offer not only to me but also to all.
I hope this place and that is primarily because of all the incredible beings that made up this place. I am so deeply filled with gratitude and can’t wait it return.
Deep deep bows to my Vaidyagrama family.
R. Nikki (MS.ROXANNENIKISUE)
USA

February 15, 2020
Thank you Vaidyagrama family
Being in this bubble of healing for 6 weeks has been a gift I promised myself for over 2 years.
It could only be here at Vaidyagrama. The trust that this was the right place was deep in my heart.
I want to thank each and every person that helped me on this healing journey. It was difficult at times, but the caring smiles and compassionate eyes from the therapists as they nurtured me back to a stronger body were heartfelt.
I will remember…
Allow, Allow, Allow and Let Go.
With love and gratitude,
Ruth Ann Moris,
USA

February 14, 2020
I had been to Vaidyagrama a few years ago for just a few days and this time have come back for 2 weeks. I have found this experience healing and therapeutic in helping me to slow down here benefitted greatly from the therapy, the simplicity and the goodness that the doctors and the therapists have radiated rejuvenated, I returned today to the everyday nature of my life, but with some excellent advise, both medical and dietary to follow. I would like to thank many persons who cared for me here, Dr. Ramanandan, Dr. Prameela, Dr. Vinod, Dr. Siva who conducted the Yoga nidra and helped me with my breathing exercises too. To Dr. Ramkumar who has brilliantly put concept and reality together to create the oasis. Dr. Ramanadan has become the mentor and I hope I am continue to follow his advice, I look forward to a longer period a year from now
A word of special thanks to my therapist Suraj Mandala and suneesh
Navin Chawla
New Delhi

February 14, 2020
The team at Vaidyagrama, Great thank you to you all for your kind help.
I came here 27thJan 2020, not expecting what I was in for. I wanted to leave that same day. But after speaking to family they said after travelling half way around the world I should stay and get treated for which I am glad I did.
First I hated this place, thought I was in prison; but after meeting some people and joining the activities second with I was starting to be happy.
Which I did and stayed on food 3 weeks these times I would like to counted on.
1. You have to ask for everything
2. Food they will change if you ask for
3. No phone services
Finally I made a donation
Nand Samtani,
Langley

February 13, 2020
Vaidyagrama is truly a home away from home (except for the green gram deal and vasthi). The care one feels here is like family. When we had signed up for this, we didn’t know what to expect and our thoughts were that these were going to be uncomfortable 11 days. But contrary to our expectations there are so many great things we experienced here.
– Knowledgeable and caring doctors who looked after us- Dr. Harikumar, Dr. Mini, Dr. Ardent and Dr. Srisugha
– Dedicated and caring therapists- so many of them.
– The amazing knowledgeable and free flowing satsangs where the doctors shared very useful information.
– The morning and evening prayers which really helped us in our healing process.
– The efficient and caring staff who made sure our meals and medicines are brought to us correctly and on time.
Thank You everyone for making our stay here memorable and we will definitely be recommending Vaidyagrama to our friends and family. Look forward to coming back here soon.
Take Care
Ruchi Bhatia and Varun Bhatia
San Francisco

February 13, 2020
This is the second time; I have come here in two years. A special thanks to the entire Vaidyagrama team for making so many efforts and making this my second home.
Raghuraj Sethi
Delhi, India

February 13, 2020
To all at Vaidyagrama, Thank you for such a gift of providing healing time, For showing insight in to a way of being, that serves and the community and the environment. This is a very special and truthful way to be. Each day offered a glimpse into a kinder version of the self- and what healing that offers along with treatment.
Thank you especially Dr. Ramanandan, Dr. Prameela, Dr. Anupama- and all those who cooked, cleaned, massaged, bathed and smiled at me.
I hope to stay again (Hopefully in a more improved way) and to visit the Tulsi Plant!
With Gratitude
Kavita Bedford,
Australia

February 13, 2020
VAIDYAGRAMA DOCTORS TEAM
A big thank you to all the doctors specially Dr. Harikrishnan and Dr. Prameela for the care towards Me and regular check-ups. This is my fourth trip but the longest as recommended by Dr. Harikrishnan. The stay was comfortable as the atmosphere of the centre is calmed serene. Doing morning and evening prayers there is a spiritual aura helping me cope with tough routine of ghee doses. I also want to thank Dr. Ramadas for prescribing medicine for my granddaughter. Lastly the satsang talks are very enlightening. The therapist suraj mandal did an excellent massage.
Warmly
Shailendra Bandary,
Singapore

February 11, 2020
Treating the mind, body and the soul together!
What a great concept!
What a great vision!!
Vaidyagrama is all set to be a perfect place for this excellent vision, with each one of you taking care of one part of the vision or the other!
From the wonderful service (with a nonstop smile) of Rincy , Anjali, Divya to the soothing treatments of Sujith ,Salman, Suneesh, Ranjith and Rathesh to the medical care of Dr Ardent and Dr Sri Sugha under Dr Harikumar ‘s able guidance to the soulful prayers of Dr Ramadas and Spritual satsangs of Dr Ramkumar, it is a great combination .
Not to forget the services (again with a smile!) of maintenance staff like velumani.
You all run a great operation is greatly service oriented and healing focused!
Thank You so much for taking good care of me so well!
S.Nagarajan.
Bangalore, India

February 11, 2020
Many years ago I had asked Dr Svoboda about where to go for Panchakarma and he had advised Vaidyagrama to me. Since then I was waiting for the right day to come. Finally my dream has been realised this year and I had three amazing weeks at Vaidyagrama. Hard to believe that it is over now.
I have to admit that the first weeks were a bit difficult but the doctors were really wonderful with their Full support and care about everything.
It’s been a very special healing journey and I feel deep gratitude.
The time here made me connect to myself and gave me so much inspiration and devotion.
Thank you for everything
Lots of love
Urun
Istanbul, Turkey

February 10, 2020
I heard of Vaidyagrama through a friend in Canada. She is a physician who studies Ayurveda and knew the power of this ancient healing science. Over this past decade I experienced many health challenges which escalated due to a devastating car accident. Over the years my health got compromised on many levels and I reached a dead end with Western medicine. My search for an alternative approach took me on a remarkable journey through the world of alternative healing (may be you are on the journey yourself). It wasn’t until I came here that I finally found a way of life and healing that resonated with me so deeply. I came with 4 chronic conditions which were all resolved or reduced substantially. This place is magical. The staffs is wonderful and friendly. From the great caring doctors to the therapists and all other support team members, this was a remarkable experience. If you are looking for a true Ayurveda healing experience, look no more. You found it!
Erez Avramov
North Vancouver,
Canada

February 10, 2020
Thank you vaidyagrama for another incredible experience! I had a profound healing and restful time here and I Am grateful for the chance to unwind and de-compress. I feel grateful to have discovered this incredible healing community and know that I will be back every year. The doctors and therapists so love and put their entire hearts and souls into this week and it definitely helps with the healing.
Thank you Dr. Ramanandan, Dr. Vinod, Dr. Anupama, Dr. Prameela for your detailed and compassionate care. You have an excellent team and o feel lucky to know you all.
Thank you to all of the therapists- You are all amazing!
Much love
Stephanie Long Carter
Colorado

February 10, 2020
We have enjoyed extraordinary attention from doctors Harikumar and Dr Sri Sugha. Their advice, care and kindness has seen wonderful.
Rincy, Sindhu and Anjali have seen cheerful and very hardworking and efficient plus lovely company.
The loving, authentic, passionate about Ayurveda atmosphere has really made an impression on me and helped sustain during the harder moments of ghee therapy.
The rooms in block 12 are light and airy and comfortable.
Please improve the arrival and reception process. Settling in is slow and stumpy due to the poor English and lack of problem solving training for empowerment given to front desk staff. Most people arrive here after a long journey and need a smooth “checking in” process. This did not happen for us.
New arrivals need to be given more explanation and context to what will happen during their stay at Vaidyagarama and what the various treatment process will entail – i.e. an overview.
Thank you especially to Doctor Hari kumar whose company is so inspiring and Dr Sri Sugha for her thoroughness, kindness and humor.
Susan Pole & Sebastian Pole
London.

February 09, 2020
Nothing more to say-
I have had a very peaceful stay.
Improvements are there (since 2016) and lots of love and care. Much ahead…Don’t stop to rest And very soon you will be the best.
Wishing you all the very best as you journey ahead on the path of Ayurveda encouraging all of us to lead a holistic and meaningful life.
Thank You all for everything you do to made our stay here comfortable.
Shashi Gopal,
Bombay, India

February 09, 2020
A big thank you to the doctors, therapists and all at vaidyagrama for my peaceful and comfortable stay here.
It’s always very difficult to get out of this spiritual and healing balance and go back to the normal world…but always a great pleasure to come back. This 21 days here give me energy for the whole coming year.
Miss. Maria Dorota Dabrowska,
UK

February 8, 2020
To all the wonderful practitioners and staffs at Vaidyagrama- THANK You!
It’s been a wonderful, beautiful, challenging, healing and introspective 4 weeks. I was seeking authentic Ayurveda treatment and I’m so ‘glad I found Vaidyagrama. The mission and intent behind creating an authentic holistic healing centre that gives back to its community shines brightly though Vaidyagrama is still under development it’s evident in the service of all those working here that providing experience to patients is of high importance.
I would particularly like thank Dr.Harikumar for his care, knowledge and insights into the nature of the mind and its role in healing, Dr. Ardent for his constant and patient care for answering questions and providing support and Dr.Srisugha for going above and beyond to develop rapport, be present for her patients and for keeping the company while I lay in bed feeling awful. You are as much a friend as a doctor. Also to Dr.Mini for her assistance, particularly on the bad period day. I have found all of the doctors excellent and to be truly in rested in my healing process-not something one finds in the allopathic system.
Thanks also to the wonderful therapists particularly prema and Adithya who were always kind, caring and dedicated to providing excellent treatments, accommodating my additional needs and doing it all with warmth and smiles. And to all other staffs for your cooking, cleaning, refilling, laundering and so on-not sure there is much more behind the scenes!, didn’t even witness. Thank You! Have loved the prayers, satsangs, pujas, group lunches and cooking classes. Found the overall atmosphere beautiful particularly in the old complex where the plants are thriving.
Some suggestions to continue making Vaidyagrama all that it can be:
More structure around check-in and more general information for patients rather than having to figure things out over days and weeks e.g. where to get internet that we should not bathe ourselves, who to contact in case of problems during the night, things available for room etc.
Less noise- I found it very difficult to both meditate and sleep here due to constant noise. I imagine the Westerners not used to the wonderful chaos of India would find this challenging particularly those with too much pitta. I would suggest minimising talking, loud music etc. early in the morning and after dinner. It can also be distracting while in treatment. The halls echo very loudly.
More training for reception staff-communication is very difficult. Even getting simple things like a pen, toilet paper or mosquito repellent took days, weeks or never happened. There’s a language barrier, a general unpreparedness to deal with requests that could be greatly improved or even a small shop with essential items where patients can choose directly to minimize the confusions.
None of these suggestions take away from the excellent experience but can serve to make future experiences smooth and more enjoyable. I will certainly be recommending Vaidyagrama and already looking forward to my next visit, whenever it may be (Though I’m not looking forward to drinking ghee).
With heartfelt thanks
Cailyn Brown,
Australia

February 7, 2020
I came not knowing what to expect. I wanted to cleanse my colon. The first couple of days were a struggle, despite the wonderful staff, environment and the great food. I did not think I could last but by the fourth day I turned the corner it has been a fantastic experience. The staff is fantastic, extremely helpful and dedicated. Dr Ramdas and his staffs are very caring and had genuinely invested in the patient’s recovery. Dr Ramkumar’s talks were illuminating and thought provoking. The work being done for the community is inspiring. I am in awe of what Vaidyagrama is doing for its patients and community at large Karma yoga at its best!!
Thank you!!
Rama Padmanabhan,
Bangalore, India

February 06, 2020
There comes a time when stillness matters not the stagnant kind, But the reflective type. That is what I found again on this second visit.
Healing happened. Lessons to Balagrama boys bought a special joy.
Working with Geetha,
Exploring with my doctors,
Listening at the satsangs.
A feeling I shall returned to again and again.
Mrs Latika Mangrulkar,
Michigal

February 6, 2020
Dear Vaidyagrama family,
It has been an amazing and memorable experience to have spent 10 days in VG. I came with no Expectations and get to take back so much learning and understanding of Ayurveda. Doctors given me a new perspective towards healthy living.
I would like to extend my gratitude to the entire Vaidyagrama family for The Love, care and dedicated service during our stay. Special thanks to doctor Ramdas for his compassionate care and excellent treatment given to us. His knowledge and understanding of the subject is inspiring and commendable. I see Vaidyagrama as a beautiful healing village with a focus on healing and rejuvenation of Mind, body and soul Wishing VG family all the very best in future. Stay blessed, keep up the good work and continue to provide selfless service.
Look forward to returning soon!!!
Mansi Ahuja
Haryana

February 6, 2020
My name is Alicia Blevins. My time here has been wonderful relaxingand Soothing. I have travelled here once before (This is my second time) and I plan to return in a couple of years, and for many years to come.I love being here, there is a peace and calm about this place that is not located in anywhere else I have travelled. I love the staff and the doctors, the care that is given to me each day as well as attention.
The only two recommendations I have aretrivial in the scheme of things. The therapists who handle the treatments would be morehelpful if they know more English. One two occasions I had to ask anotherperson to havethe junior doctor come to my room becausethe therapists in my illam (7) didn’t understand my request.
The other recommendation as for the store the lady who runs it only brings out a few
items each day. I am not sure how she makes the choice of what to bring but the closet where she gets the items is across from my room and there were a lot of items in there. At best some may be duplicate the shirts for ladies, pants, rice (especially rice) and trinkets availablewould be purchased if there were more options of the same (e.g.: I needed to buy 3 shirts of the same size) and I didn’t buy and of thembecause I did not like the one option she had available. The next dayI saw one and I liked and purchased that one. I know the funds goto help fund Vaidyagrama – having more optionswould be helpful.
Thank you to all of the staff.
Blessed to be able to come here and I look
forward to my future trips.
Namaste
Alicia
USA

February 6, 2020
Vaidyagrama is a beautiful temple, a great healing Centre which teaches you to live well, live simple, live healthy and leave happy. It’s great to go back with this feeling of pure bliss. Doctors here are from the beyond directly sent from God who excel in their dedicated service and care. My special thanks to Dr Ramadas Ji, God bless! Staff- no words are enough to appreciate the service you do thanks for your hard work and harmful Cooperation May your have days full of joy. Our heartfelt thankfulness for Vaidyagrama family
Shashi Ahuja
Haryana

February 06, 2020
May all beings be well.
Bethan Lloyd
Vancouver,
Canada

February 4, 2020
For my introduction into Ayurveda, I have been challenged on multiple levels, spiritually, emotionally, intellectually and physically
I leave feeling slightly sad, however I have a sense that it’s my intellect going mad (crazy).
I feel I have reached further into my incarnations contents than before which has left my head sore
You get the amazing, caring, professional and loving.
Thank you
Will be back
Corey
Australia

February 04, 2020
This is Maragathamani from Chennai. I am here for the third consecutive year I could see a transformation in the administration and management. Appreciation to each and every individual of the Vaidyagrama team.
Commendable work by the team of doctors. Dr Hari and his team keep up the great work. Special mention about the therapists they are truly angels. More power to them.
My appreciation to the house keeping team. I find every staff to be humble countless and willing to under their support
All my needs were well met. Living in harmony with nature is something I admire in this community. Sincerely pray and wish the Vaidyagrama family continue their yeomen service and enrich more and more people.
Regards
Maragathamani
Chennai

February 03, 2020
Dear Vaidyagrama family,
It is my first time in India and I am really grateful that life sent me here in this amazing place. I was looking for something really authentic and traditional and I found this place perfect. I really love the way people here are so humble, the smile of the people you meet on the way to the prayers or mandapam is so good and inspiring for me. This whole place is so inspiring by the way doctors heal people and also I love also the way that the centre help the children in different village. It’s really great actions you are giving to the world. In a modern life where you are too much into job, or technologies, you forget to take care of yourself and have I really realised that. It’s important and good to reconnect with the self and nature. I really realised that here eating local fresh food, take care of our self, going to the prayers is the way of life that I want to bring back home, and of course this place grow a seed in me. So let’s this seed continue growing in my heart and all the cells of my being.
I’m really grateful for you all!! You made my journey here so amazing.
Thank You So Much
Laille Guillaume
Tahiti

February 02, 2020
I was referred to Vaidyagrama by my teacher Yogrishi Vishvkethu, although my knowledge of Ayurveda is limited I trust so that we knew what was best for me. After spending 22 days here I realize that this time was quite challenging. If not for the care and compassion of my wonderful doctors, Dr Harikrishnan, Dr Sreeji and Dr Ramesh. I would not have completed my treatment snehapana was quite difficult for me and there were many times I felt like throwing in the towel. My heartfelt thanks to Dr Sreeji for her compassionate support as I moved this process. The depth of knowledge and understanding here is quite remarkable. The satsangs were very informative and provided me with some of the tools I will carry with me always.
The entire organisation with many moving parts is very well run. Lovely people with beautiful smiles surrounded me. And I appreciate the wonderful energy that they create.
The only advice I can offer is that all of the therapists should assure to the level that Sajith displayed every day. He is wonderful! Perhaps some additional training for the junior therapists would be helpful…
I know now that these treatments and medicines are not a quick fix. I look forward to the days ahead as my body and mind continues to heal.
My gratitude to all at Vaidyagrama who made this a very special experience. See you next year
Jay Hamilton,
Canada

February 02, 2020
Great energy all over.
A total different experience.
Nice and excellent environment.
Great knowledgeable Doctors and therapists and staff.
Afternoon sessions are very informative.
Special thanks to Dr.Ramanandan, Dr.Vinod, Dr.Prameela ji. For girls- special attention to our needs. A thanks to Aparna ji for arranging our visit. We are sure to visit soon. Visit to village is very interesting. God bless all of you.
Ashok Patel
Yogina Ashok Patel,
West Chicago,
U.S.A

February 01, 2020
After first 2 to 3 days of settling in everything started to fall in place and has been very smooth stay here at Vaidyagrama. The professionalism and personal attention and care by Dr. HariKumar and Dr. SriSugha have made all this differences in our time here. The remote and natural environment makes it so peaceful all the therapists here have been outstanding.
Along with the treatments, we have been looking forward to Sat sang and discussions every day. Thank you all so much for providing the care and treatment.Hopefully will see you all in our future.
Suraj and Jyotsna Sancheti.
Rajasthan, India

February 01, 2020
First of all thanks a lot for being a part of such a prestigious place. Environment, architecture and location are unique. It is great to hear birds singing all the time. Staffs are very friendly and kind. Treatments were very successful. Doctors are knowledgeable, and experts of their jobs. It is great to have daily and weekly activities. We feel ourselves very safe and secure. Doctors are very caring and trustful.
Suggestions:
For further improvement and visibility of the schedule and information for the patient can be improved.
Skill set of front desk is not sufficient to support patient’s needs, e.g., language , problem solving skills, arranging transportation, sharing cost information and when not able to answer informing patients.(except Sasidharan who works in the night shift)
Based on shared patient rights, we are not informed about cost and rate related subjects although requested several times.
Staff can be more careful and active to keep the silence.
Although satsangs are extremely helpful, it could be good to structure them; otherwise people are asking same questions.
Thank You very much for everything. We will suggest you to our friends and relatives.
Kind Regards
Bahar Turkey and Nergiz Tunca,
Turkey
March 31, 2020
Dear Vaidyagrama Family,
I have learned so much about the love and the harmony. A new open world, the team is quietly powerful. Full of awareness and decide. So Amazed! Along on this path, so grateful to have met you all.
Deep and blessed experience.
Special thanks to the team of Dr. Harikumar.
Mariya and Athira are so beautiful in and out. These therapists are so caring. Dr. Soniya – so precious; as well as Dr. Ardent. Dr. Harikumar so quietly aware and patient with of cause all the team of Vaidyagrama.
All in a perfect flow and harmony.
Amazing ‘Present’ movements.
What a beautiful and serene landscape around “Om Namaste Siva”
All my gratitude!
Myriam Youdevitch
France

March 29, 2020
Dear Vaidyagrama Founders/ Family,
I would like to start on a positive note and then would share some of my experiences; hopefully you take it on a positive note and further steps/ catalyst for improvements.
Positive: –
1. I like the setup, design of buildings, rooms, facilities- I think lot of smashing thought process have been given to them.
2. I also like Dr. Ramadas positive nature of jolly approach towards any issues, the treatment journey- the ease of approach and the solution he can offer is fantastic and mind blowing.
3. I also would like to appreciate the care taken by the young doctors, Dr. Mini (when I first came), Dr. Soniya during the Vamana Therapy, where I found it very difficult to hold myself – a big thank you for the care, really appreciate and love all for that.
4. I was given an experienced therapist at the start, whereby I could see great results in my healing journey.
Negative/ Disappointments/ Possible area for improvement: –
1. I believe not all human individual are same, no fingers alike. Our formation of body, taste for food, and nature response to issues approach towards life – they are formalized with the age or as we grow, one of the biggest issue I found here was lack of plan and information handout at the start or during treatment.
I was always confused about the next step and the schedule of treatment and any outcome I might expect.
For some of the days on request I was given good info and I enjoyed the process of consistency (documented) in information flow to the patient.
2. Food – A great disappointment and heart-breaking experience.
A person knows his digestion power quite well including allergies or might have strong dislike for certain type of food.
Right from start, I was given the story of North Indian complaining about food here.
However, I was also told in Ayurveda what is given here is sattvic food.
My Question – As Doctor (Dr. Ramkumar) once mentioned, Ayurveda comes from North (may be mountains), then if this true, then why lot of focus is on wheat kanji and rice here.
Some of the days are manageable but if it goes beyond week or two, this becomes frustration.
There is immense lack of understanding of benefits of fruits in this place and this was my biggest disappointment.
In my experience except for few, I had lots of complaints.
I’m sure the management will pick up this feedback and positively do something about it by getting idea from other parts of the country and get more ‘satwik’ food varieties.
In the end – Thank you and apologies for being straight forward and direct/ honest in putting my experience here.
However – I would like to end the note that I’ll definitely come back in future. May be with my supplies and for shorter stay.
I enjoyed the healing process to great extent and hope “Vaidyagrama” will focus on getting training to therapist similar to Kottakal level in future.
Thank You,
Ajay Agarwal
Coventy, United Kingdom.

March 21, 2020
I have been handed this journal on my last night here as if with words I could somehow capture what has taken place for me here these past 14 days, I will never be the same. I will never think about healing the same way.
Having come here I am an experienced human being. I understand the body, its Rhythm and the impact my choices have upon it in a more profound way. The kindness, vision, dedication, architecture effectiveness of this place is un imposed in what I have ever seen.
I love everything about this beautiful Vaidyagrama. The staff, the therapist and of course the amazing doctors.
Love to all
Peace to all
Blessing to all
Love
Thomas Andrew Rosen
USA

March 21, 2020
What a journey! full with therapy, knowledge and Corona!
My body is trying to relax; however, my mind is bombarding with news regarding Corona. Thank you very much for the hospitality, kindness, smiley faces and eyes, your patience is answering our questions.
Thank you for everything
Hope to meet with you again in future in more relaxed manner.
Bye Bye Vaidyagrama,
My best wishes and warm hugs
Namaste
Ipek Yilmaz
Turkey

March 21, 2020
Thank you very much for your nice welcoming, your attempt and effort of healing us
Thank you
Namaste
Oya Ertek Llik
Turkey

March 21, 2020
A big thаnк you to all of you!!!
Thank you very much for everything until we meet again!
Mikhail Merkulov, Russia

March 20, 2020
I received treatment for a C5 C6 injury and everything worked out perfectly, the medical experts are always available to clear doubts, Council or advise on my medical condition.
The beautiful setting was a secondary therapist that helped with clearing my mind and body.
Thank you for the service and I hope to return again to know more about ayurveda.
The only suggestion is to advise the therapists and other helpers to be more mindful with using excess water or electricity.
Siddharth Badri
Bangalore

March 20, 2020
I came to Vaidyagrama on 22nd February, after searching months for an Ayurvedic treatment place. After coming here not only body but mind also gets heal.
Vaidyagrama atmosphere, positively helps in healing journey. Constant Satsang by Dr Ramkumar and other junior doctors guide you towards better way of living in this materialistic world.
Prayers or Mantra chanting by Dr Ramdas helps to explore more about spiritual path.
Dr Harikrishnan, after talking to him only I decided to come here for my auto immune condition Lupus (SLE).
I came with lots of issues but go from here with few of them and more important part is that I am positive and gained bit spiritual knowledge with amazing people around. Met couple of good people. Thanks, Dr Harikrishnan, for Bhagavat Gita, I will try to follow gita path once I gain that level of spirituality.
Thank you to Dr Sreeji and all staff. My therapist Vidya M P, Sreeshma & Shalini. Specially to Vidya M P, she is so sweet, be blessed, keep that smile on your face.
This place has something in it. In few days I am attached to surroundings and calmness.
Have faith in you, your body and almighty, everything will fall in place.
Thank You! U gave me new beginning Vaidyagrama.
Rakhi Misra
Perth, Australia

March 17, 2020
How Grateful I am to be able to come here and meet all these lovely people.
Beautiful people, beautiful architecture, beautiful nature and such a professional service.
I am amazed about the experience of all the doctors and most of all my Doctor Dr.Harikrishnan and Dr.Aruna.
It’s very good and peaceful to be in such good hands and Ayurveda philosophy could not be transferred better than this.
Thank you all for making my journey of Ayurveda so amazing. I will definitely be back soon.
With my Heartful
Regards
Dilara Tengirsen
Istanbul

March 16, 2020
When I come here It was so difficult for me. But after few days I like this place very much. Everybody is smiling always. But I am sorry because I must go back. My country was complicated. I want to come back again.
I love you
Esen Ekeman
Turkey

March 14, 2020
Vaidyagrama stay was supposed to be for my body’s health. At the end of the this stay; I am taking back more than what I signed up for. I am going back with a healthier body, calmer mind, better understanding of how to take care of myself oneness with nature and memories full of happy and compassionate faces of doctors and staff who are willing to help with anything. Thank you for everything and hope to see you all soon.
Carlee Evangelista and Lizandra
Brazil

March 13,2020
My time at Vaidyagrama has been amazing, as well as full of growth and challanges. I am very happy with my stay here, and have a lot of respect for all of the doctors here. I have heard many good things about Vaidyagrama for the past 5 years through friends and teachers, and I am happy to have finally come for 2 weeks (wish it was longer). It has been really inspiring to see all that they have built here and all of the beautiful ways they are still growing. Very uplifting. What they are doing to help the surronding villages, healing the love, feeding people, organic farming, farming Cows in a compassionate way, and operating as suitable as possible. The Satsang with Dr. Ramdas, and Dr. Ramkumar were one of the best parts about being here. Big thanks to Dr. Harikrishnan for all his care
and expertise as well, and all of the great staff. I have been Practicing Ayurveda and Studying in the States and Nepal for about 7 years, this place has been one of the best Places I have been to, to experience Ayurveda in a traditional Way.
Hope to be back soon!
Kevin Barker
San Diego USA.

March 13, 2020
It was heavenly! My days at Vaidyagrama passed so quick and very effective for me. I came here for an Ayurvedic advanced teaching but beside that I learned more than an education. The peaceful and love full approaches of the people here is amazing. I was very stressful when I arrived here and especially my doctor Sreeji, she helped me a lot to be better every day.
I want to thank also to Dr Ramdas for his teaching and big heart to give us every Ayurvedic knowledge he knows.
I thank to Dr Ramkumar, Aruna and Aruna. P. V and all the doctors and nurses who helped and taught us.
This place is like a heaven in the crazy and chaotic world. I would come back for panchakarma.
Love & light
Shanthi (Irem Ortac), Istanbul, Turkey

March 13, 2020
Once again thankyou Vaidyagrama family for the great love, care and concern showered on me during my stay here.
I am happy to know that you have managed to sustain this caring tradition throughout the years and will always continue to do so.
My thanks too to Dr Ramanandan Dr Vinod, Dr Anupama and Dr Prameela for planning my treatments so well.
Also, a big thanks to my therapists, Shiny Mekhala and Lavanya for the wonderful massages, keep it up!
God blesses
Wei Ming Yong
Singapore

March 13, 2020
If healing is the aim, then everyone at Vaidyagrama does an exceptional job of it. The Vaidyas are knowledgeable, but more importantly have an empathetic way of dealing with the patients. Lots of involvement, love and care. Thanks to Dr Ramanandan, Dr Ramadas, Dr Anupama, Dr Vinod, Dr Prameela. Their patients in guiding us, looking after us given a long way in healing along with or perhaps more than medicines.
My therapists, the care shown by them is truly appreciable. My thanks to Radhika, Agina, Saroja and the others. They were truly concerned that I should be comfortable always and the small and big things they did towards this- I am truly grateful for.
My thanks also to the Cooks who cook food that is so simple, and nourishing filled with good energy.
Thanks also to all the support staff, my health improved tremendously, and I am optimistic and hopeful for the future. what I loved was the holistic approach medicines, food, counselling, Satsang and prayers
Loved the chanting, loved the setup of the place- clean and aesthetic.
Thanks to Dr Ramkumar.
If all of us can bring a small percentage of the dedication, Vaidyagrama people have to one’s own work and to making our environment more Harmonious, the world would be a great place.
Affectionately
Rajeswari Bonala
Gurgaon

March 13, 2020
I had a good experience, my first ayurvedic treatment here at Vaidyagrama. The care and patience shown by all the doctors and the therapists and other staff is commendable and inspiring.
You have all truly created a sustainable community beyond just physical treatment. The doctors really lead from the front with then full involvement with patient care and other activities including the prayers and Satsang.
I thank you all for what you do and how easy you make it look.
Best wishes
Anita Tikoo
Delhi

March 13, 2020
Dearest Vaidyagrama family
Firstly, I want to thank all the doctors, therapists and general staff for taking such good care of me. My needs and questions were catered to with utmost care and professionalism. The doctor and therapists were exceedingly kind and I was very grateful for their patience, especially when I was hungry during the ghee treatment and exceedingly moody. The reception staff were also wonderful, although the language barrier with some of them did prove to be different.
Overall, the setting is stunning. The food was beyond delicious. And sufficient enough for me to lose all normal cravings. I thoroughly enjoyed the Satsang and variety of discussions on everything from food and home remedies to the mind, God and life. The doctors who led these satsags were fantastic. A personal favorite for me was the library which I took full advantage of during my stay here. I was also glad to have restricted wi-fi, as that ensured I reduced my recharging of batteries and not constantly checking my emails.
A special shout out to Vasantha whose massages are amazing, to Sindhu who took great care of me during treatments, and to Praveena who became my friend from Day 1. Thank You to Dr. Harikumar, Dr. Mini, Dr. Srisugha, Dr. Soniya and Dr. Ardent who all are committed to improve my health and healing process. Thank You to much for all your love and kindness.
Best Wishes
Divya Samtani
Hong Kong

March 12, 2020
It has been a great pleasure to attend the 10- day training + a few extra days I stayed after. All the doctors have been very compassionate, caring and kind while I suffered heavily due to the extreme temperature/climate change for me especially first week. I loved Ayurveda already, but I am more impressed to see it practiced so holistically in Vaidyagrama and I am grateful for all the problems I had which enabled me to experience many treatments personally.
Dr. Harikumar, Dr. Mini, Maryamma, Archana and all the other staffs were so kind. Thank You All!
I am taking Vaidyagrama with me back to Turkey and hoping I come back.
Vaidyagrama inspired me to write a few blog posts on my blog. It’s in Turkish but I hope it helps to spread the world!
My special gratitude to all people who cook for us daily. In this heat it must be a difficult task. Thank You, you help us healing.
Much Love
Fatma Ozdemir Canverdi
Turkey

March 12, 2020
It is my first visit to Vaidyagrama. In fact, I came here as an Ayurvedic practitioner student to study advanced Ayurveda for 10 days. At the same time I had the chance to have some treatments from my favourite doctors who also lectured during training, so on one side I really felt better even with some soft treatments while having my lectures but half the chance also to see how doctors use the information to evaluate a patient, how the theory comes into practice and as a patient, future Ayurvedic practitioner, I experienced somehow how a patient feels. All doctors here at Vaidyagrama were perfect, all therapists and co-workers as well.
I also fell in love with philosophy of Vaidyagrama, the true authentic way of Ayurveda.
Next time I will be coming for Panchakarma for sure.
My special thanks to Dr Ramanandan, Dr Vinod, Dr Prameela and of course Dr Ramadas and Dr Hari Kumar and Dr Ramkumar for taking the effort of building such a terrific healing village and for taking care of us perfectly
Ayse Dilsat Yasar
Istanbul
Turkey

March12, 2020
This was the first time that I have been in Vaidyagrama and my first visit to India. Although I have some difficulties because of the climate and insect bites, I had a good time during my stay.
Sessions, Satsang, treatments were all good. I hope to continue my treatments when I go back to my country.
I enjoyed the lectures very much especially Satsang.
I thank all the doctors, especially Dr Ramanandan, Dr Vinod and dear Dr Prameela for all their efforts, kindness and patience.
Seda Erdogan
Istanbul
Turkey

March 12, 2020
Vaidyagrama is a truly a holistic healing space. One of the best health improvement experiences I have ever done.
Kai Christen
Switzerland

March 11, 2020
Thank you to all the amazing team at Vaidyagrama all the doctors, therapists and staff for taking such great here of me during my 3 weeks stay here. It has truly been, and unforgettable experience and I am leaving here feeling much lighter, both physically and emotionally healthier, happier.
Lots of love
Shakrizat Amirkhanova
Russia

March 11, 2020
I was very excited when coming here and had a lot of questions on the training course and the treatments.
I would like to thank you all; the doctors, therapists, even to the housekeeping for their great openness smiling face, all the time helpfulness.
I had a great 10 days in Vaidyagrama, I am now leaving with a lots of learning both mental (Ayurveda aspects) and also emotional.
Thank you all, I am grateful for all I have leaved in here.
Regards,
Zuhal Basaran,
Turkey

March 09, 2020
“Serve. Love. Give. Purify. Meditate. Realize.”
“Be good. Do good. Be kind. Be compassionate” -Swami Sivananda
Thank you for practising and embodying these qualities each and every single day!
Thank you for reminding us all of that by your loving and professional work!
Thank you for taking care of MOTHER EARTH !
May every single one of you – be guided and blessed and protected.
Om Shrim Om
Janina Gassner(Jay) from Germany.

March 7,2020
Previous pages pretty much say what I would have said, and thus I will not be redundant.
I just want to add that Vaidyagrama has met all my expectations during my three-week treatment here. I feel Vaidyagrama and its staff bring out the very best of India and Ayurveda, as it was originally meant to be! It is good to know and feel that in this chaotic world there is still a place that truly cares for humanity and its wellbeing.
Please continue doing what you are doing.
Anupam Chinai
USA

March 06, 2020
Dear friends at Vaidyagrama, I feel very grateful for this time I have had here to learn, reflect and grow. It wasn’t always easy to look at myself – no longer absorbed in my usual work, projects and activities – but from that experience I take several insights with me. I am curious to see how these insights will affect my normal life back home. A very big mirror (or teacher/ Guru) for me was a kind and gentle approach to everything by everyone, Doctors, therapists, all staff. I hope I can learn to be this kind and gentle to myself. Dr. Ardent In particular met me at my saddest and most despondent moments. He is the most empathetic person I have ever met. His advice, counsel and ability to listen with utmost compassion while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries is outstanding. The 21 days were rich with emptiness – Thank You.
I will miss the coconut chutney very much but not the Amla, mung beans for breakfast or buttermilk.
Love and Gratitude,
Barbra Noh,
Germany.

March 05, 2020
Please feed the cats within Vaidyagrama!
Where the surrounding animals are so thin and hungry, the healing process cannot be completed satisfying for the patients. Please specially give them at least a small cup of kichadi every day and make them feel comfortable. Thank you in advance for your understanding and improvement.
PS: Mariyamma best therapist ever. Thank you so much for your dedicated work and your beautiful smile and very helpful approach.
Zeynap Inan
Turkey

March 05, 2020
Dear Vaidyagrama family,
Even if sometimes the communication was not easy the doctors and the team knew now to meet our expectations. The center is truly a pleasant and relaxing place. A big thank you to everyone and good luck.
Pauline Arsius and Jean Pierre Arsius
Tahiti

March 04, 2020
This was my first visit to Vaidyagrama. It was a wonderful journey for 7 days. Thanks to Dr. Harikrishnan, Dr. Ramadas and Dr. Ramkumar for their advice, Satsang and prayers. Dr. Aruna and Dr. Ramesh were very attentive and helpful. Therapists were awesome. Kitchen staff were very pleasant and admirable.
My pain issues almost resolved. Hopefully I can continue the diet and treatment after I reach home.
Best wishes to all of you.
May Vaidyagrama flourish & heal more!!
Bhuvaneswari Chinnappen
Dublin, OHIO – USA

March 04,2020
I was recommended by Vishal Chaudhari and Ritti to undergo my 7-year problem treatment in Vaidyagrama- A fantastic Ayurvedic place and Doctors.
My experience has been fantastic especially the warmth, everyone taking care of you right from the cab guy at the airport ,reception, therapist, cleaners, the team at the block and of course the Doctors.
The ideology is great, and the non-compromised way of practicing Ayurveda is mind blowing. It’s like bringing the world o the power of Ayurveda.
My treatment has been good, and I have seen improvement in my health, and I am hundred percent sure that the treatment I am being given by Dr Ramanandan and team would help me get rid of it.
The smiling faces all-round makes the day here.
Anubhav Goyal
Delhi

March 04, 2020
Had a wonderful wonderful experience. Came for a 6-day Wellness program. The standard features- The spirit, care, explanation and genuine concern of the VG team. Dr Ramanandan, Dr Ramada’s, Dr Vinod and Dr Anupama were outstanding. They epitomised what patient care should be. They were totally involved and very very caring. The support staff and their attitude make a big difference. They did it not as a chore but with genuine involvement.
My therapist Arun was outstanding.
The Satsang and prayer sessions led by the doctors were very inspiring.
This place is authentic and from the heart.
Want to make it a habit to come back regularly even when I have no at apparent health issues.
The explanations produced by the doctors has increased my chances of adopting this lifestyle in regular life thanks VG
Satya Bonala
Gurgaon

March 01,2020
Vaidyagrama friends,
Of course, I must begin with the thanks to the visionaries who planted the seeds of this land. The founders Ramkumar, Dr, Ramadas, Dr. Ramanand an, Dr. Harikrishnan, thank you, and to my own chief doctor, Dr. Harikumar, thank you.
As a student of Ayurveda pursuing the doctor path myself, I thought I knew a sufficient amount of Ayurveda to feel prepared for this Panchakarma treatment. Boy did I underestimate the medicine, I realized in my month-long stay how little I truly knew. Ayurveda, to know it is an experience. Books and even friends’ testimonies, did not prepare me for the rigorous detoxing of body and mind. Was my experience fun? No. Was it even enjoyable? Honestly, no. But was it inspiring, necessary, healing and beautiful all the same? Yes. 100% I arrived with the lens of a student, and as I went deeper, that dissolved into a more neutral lens of a humbled patient. This was one of the hardest things I have done in my life. I was not anticipating the nausea, violent stomach cramping, and even getting burned, literally, during pinda svedana. But I remained steadfast and determined to surrender to this process and my doctors.
When I first arrived, dough eyed, I thought I’d die and gone to heaven. As my treatments (ghee and bastis) went away, it felt more like purgatory. Some of the most intense nausea and pain in my life was initiated by this medicine, and I believe it it had to be this way for a reason. Nonetheless, panchakarma had me on my knees questioning what I’d signed up for and if what I was experiencing was normal. Past life karma, pitta dosha, the mind/thoughts, all contributed, I’m sure I’ve learned so much from this experience. I hope that if anyone reads this, they feel less alone in their struggle. 2 days complete, I feel relieved and as though the benefits will actualize and crystallize more when I leave. I am grateful for this experience. Sameena, Maryamma are truly gifted body therapists. I loved them and felt very lucky to have them. Dr. Ardent literally held my hand on numerous vomiting episodes and mopped it up when I couldn’t make it to the bucket. The Satsang especially by Dr. Ramkumar and Dr. Ramadas were an absolute favorite. To be in their presence, I now believe in the powers of a Guru. Back to Dr. Ardent, though he is a prince among men and was so supportive during my emotional purge (which I also did not anticipate). Ayurveda works. No one said it would be fun, or easy, or enjoyable. But toxins were removed (not without a fight) and I feel relieved. Relieved I did this and that this round is complete. Vaidyagrama is a gem, a magical authentic world of time, Ayurvedic lifestyle. Next time, maybe I’ll be ready either way. I’ll be back.
All my love and respect
Alexandra Bershadsky
California, USA
April 25, 2020
I have been here for almost 8 weeks. I came as a student, then I became a patient and now a free recovering patient in all stages of my stay here every day was a wonderful experience, full of serenity, nature, education, patience, love, surrender, health, support and many other things, I experienced during my stay.
As a person studying Ayurveda, in my free time vaidyagrama taught me so much about the essence that I would have never been able to find in books. I was able to experience the Ayurveda lifestyle in many ways. My doctor, Dr. Ramadas has been so inspirational and has touched my heart with his wise, patient, loving yet humble nature. A man I have grown accustomed in seeing many times during a day, which I will miss once I leave. He also has a great team Dr. Sajna, Dr. Vasudevan and some great therapists. Thank you, doctor.
Vaidyagrama is not a hospital it is a lifestyle to be experienced. Vaidyagrama cannot be explained, it must be lived, it becomes an experience by knowing the staff, the doctors, the therapists, by eating the great meals served three times a day, by attending the inspirational Satsangs, being a part of the community lunches, attending prayers and pujas, by walking under the tile covered pathways made me realize that paradise was nowhere but on earth.
This unplanned long stay of mine made my body and mind feel great and my soul feel quite content. Living in the moment is what is offered here constantly.
I advise everyone who comes here to surrender to what is offered. Each and every moment to indulge in the offerings of the beautiful nature and to let go, just let go….
I would like to thank everyone who made me feel at home and comfortable and I hope that I will once again have the opportunity to visit vaidyagrama and my wonderful Dr.Ramadas.
Much love
Dennis jonathan burkut
Turkey

April 18, 2020
I came here at the recommendation of friends who had great success with chronic illness at Vaidyagrama with excitement and anticipation.
I arrived on March 8 for a 3 weeks detox. Now thanks to a country-wide lock down, I have been here for almost 7 weeks?
My time at vaidyagrama has taught me a great deal about myself and a simpler way of life. Vaidyagrama grew on me slowly as I experienced the full range of human emotions – joy, sadness, anger, frustration, irritability and more. The community of doctors, therapists, office, cooking and cleaning staff are wonderful and see their work as duty. They serve us all with a smile on a daily basis and in spite of these tough circumstances (virus lockdown).
In terms of my health, Ayurveda has helped to improve some issues. The jury is still out and time will tell. I remain committed to staying with the medical protocols for at least 6 months to see more long term effects.
Vaidyagrama has created a beautiful and severe environment which truly helps the healing process. The various other daily activities were also good (especially the cooking classes)
If I were to suggest a couple of improvements, it would be-
Establish a system to access and develop a nutrition program to meet individual needs and then write it down and give it to the kitchen.
Improve communication flow between the treatment team
I sincerely hope that Vaidyagrama achieves its vision without compromising quality.
Your dedication to an ayurvedic way of life is inspiring.
Heartfelt thanks for all!
Beroz Ferrell
USA

April 15, 2020
Last few days have been a great journey towards the end of stay at vaidyagrama. Am surely going to miss this lovely place, the caring staff in this block and doctors who have much mature approach towards someone like me, who is a bit difficult person at times (specially food)..
But they gave me so much, that I lost the charm of asking more on special food.
It is interesting journey here and its worth to experience few times in our life, as I perceive it here emotionally.
I will miss all my lovely new friends who also came for treatment and some of the special doctors I met here and therapists (apology for spelling mistakes)
Hope to take all the positive vibes and ongoing healing to my soul and body.
Wish to come back in future with fresh thoughts and zeal.
Thank you all for a lovely extended time due to the lock down…
Om nama shivaya
Ajay Pal Agarwal
UK

April 14, 2020
Namaskar and Nandre
Thank you to all – lovely staff and vaidyagrama team
My Heartfelt gratitude to all because of whom the healing happens at all levels.
So much care is taken to look after each aspect from small to big
I Enjoyed the nurturing here
The satsangs at the mandapam
Prayers at the Brahmakamalam
Treatments by the therapists
Visits by the doctors
Food and kashayam
The atmosphere, the herbal forest, the chirping of birds
The humidity, the heat and welcome relief in form of thunder and rain.
The coolness of the sprinklers
Chat sessions at the mandapam
Wifi connections available at the mandapam only
All of it was wonderful experience beautiful and fun.
I will always cherish the wonderful moments shared here with all.
Thank you for creating such a beautiful space for healing
It truly is an ayurvedic lifestyle.
The love and care that we get here is like a mother looking after her child selfless and pure.
Harleen Kokri
UK

April 14, 2020
How lovely it is to be so well looked after and cared for in such difficult circumstances
Thank you
Estella rosemary
Turkey

April 13, 2020
A safe heaven during extraordinary times! If the staffs were distressed, they did not let it be known -polite, professional, and kind. Athira (therapist) stood out- naturally empathetic, attentive, and good at her job. I hope she will have the opportunity to develop and progress.
The tranquility of the place added to the feeling of being looked after. The philanthropic projects are inspiring.
Thank You
Priya Dewan
London

April 1, 2020
Dear All at Vaidyagrama,
This is my first experience with Ayurveda, and I am certain I could not have chosen a better place. The environment, warmth from staff, treatment, and the facilities, make it a home away from home and strengthens my belief in this ancient Indian healing system.
A special thank you to Dr.Harikumar, Dr.Soniya and Dr. Ardent. Their concern and special care to all my requirements made me feel more like family than a patient.
Dr. Harikumar calm demeanor, understanding my issues, reassuring words made me always believe I was in safe hands and I could just surrender without too much thought. His talks about philosophy and spirituality helped me immensely.
Likewise, Dr. Soniya and Dr. Ardent’s constant tracking of my emotional well-being and treatment progress, not only as doctors but as friends is really appreciated. I must say I also enjoyed chatting with them on topics other than my treatment on some evenings!
The satsangs were great opportunities to understand spirituality and Ayurveda in greater detail, kudos to all the doctors of course having Dr. Ramkumar’s satsang everyday was an icing on the cake!
Enough cannot be said of all the therapists whose constant smile, cheerful faces, and willingness to assist always lifted the mood, apart from being a life lesson. Lalu, Sujith, Ratheesh, Kannan, Uday, Salman were excellent in their dedication during the treatments.
Athira, Maryamma and rest of the team of girls were always there to help. A special word of appreciation to the staff from housekeeping and laundry.
My long stay here has helped in instilling some important lifestyle habits. Going back feeling much better both physically and spiritually and look forward to living the promise of leading a healthy disciplined life.
Just some feedback before I end:
It would be immensely helpful if some more information could be provided around the treatment being carried out including benefits. Likewise, some details around daily medicines, their purpose as well as time intervals between doses would help particularly for folks like myself who are undergoing treatments for the first time. Whilst questions were always answered and queries resolved, a more proactive approach will help particularly to patients with language barriers or those who are apprehensive to ask. Perhaps a printed one. Thanks once again and keep up the good work!
Warm Regards
Abhir Adyanthaya
Mumbai
May 26, 2020
Dear Vaidyagrama family – for that is what you mean to me after my treatment and extended stay of almost 2 months, after completing my treatment of 3 weeks. I came on the 11 March 2020 for a planned stay of 3 weeks. Little did anyone know that I would be here for this long!
The initial encounter and later detailed consultation with Dr Ramadas was an eye opener for me. Dr Ramadas is an amazing person whose dedication, compassion, sense of humor and communication skills make him a unique human being. His confidence in the Ayurveda system of healing is infectious and inspiring. His team of doctors and therapists are a dedicated union of healers and it was a pleasure to be guided by them throughout my stay. Dr Renjisha is a gentle beautiful and dedicated doctor and Dr Vasudevan is full of life and action. Together they gave me confidence that I was in safe hands all through my treatment.
Life in vaidyagrama has to be lived and experienced to appreciate what a challenge has been undertaken here. To build an environmentally friendly, and workable village is a huge challenge in modern issues. My respects and deep gratitude to all doctors and staff. May they always prosper. God Bless you all.
So, what we experience is only a part of the dream of the founders of vaidyagrama. The extended family of Balagrama and all the other projects are unusual vision of Dr Ramkumar and his colleagues which is to be applauded and encouraged. I pray that their message reaches far and wide so that we can experience many similar healing centers across India.
I have to mention that the other activities put together by the doctors for the patient’s comfort are also a treat. The inspiring Satsang by Dr Ramkumar were wonderful in our understanding of Ayurveda and the human consciousness. The community lunch with the delicious food and happy singing by patients and doctors, the cow Pooja, the cooking sessions, the garden walks and all other poojas and events make this a beautiful and holistic experience.
I pray that Vaidyagrama grows from strength to strength. This ambience and environment, the calm and peaceful atmosphere and the love and care of the doctors, therapists and other staff is a beautiful vision of a wonderful life. Keep going and all success in the years ahead. With gratitude and much affection
A small request: could Block 1 consider refurbishment 2 Could the housekeeping staff be a little more meticulous in their cleaning. 3 Could the kitchen staff be a little more imaginative to add flavor to the nourishing meals? Thank you!
Jyotsna Singh
India

May 16, 2020
Gratitude for my precious time at Vaidyagrama!
I came here looking for better sleep that seems it is getting better slowly. But I have known more about myself, body and mind that is maybe more important.
Thank you so much for the kindness and care of Dr Harikumar, Dr Sonia and Dr Ardent for my time in Quarantine and for my treatment definition.
Thank you, Dr Aruna and Dr Anupama, for my time in treatment and special thanks to Dr Harikumar for our precious talking (indeed for listening to me and give me support).
Thank you so much for the kind and very professional therapists Archana, Sindhu and her group, Rincy (who have learnt a lot from the experiment and lovely Sindhu) Radhika (sorry dear for giving you so much job with night massages, extra medicine, asking hot food but all needed) and Ruma (thank you for your kindness smile for my bath).
Special thank you for Krishna Kumar and Athira for their friendship and support (sorry for extra jobs) for the equipments of office, for Bindu and Shashi (very smart , helpful and kind gentleman) Thank you so much and the other lovely for cleaning my room every day, thank you for your smile and effort to our talking more by the heart.
Deep gratitude for Dr Ramadas for the time of prayers and satsangs, a beautiful support for the treatment, for life
Thank you to Dr Ramkumar, Dr Aruna, and other doctors for the satsangs about Ayurveda, thank you for doctors and therapists. Special thank you to Aparna who gave me support before coming during my stay and for now in my extension.
Thank you for all the staff of Vaidyagrama for their kindness, for the delicious and healthy food, for made me at home here, for allowed myself to know about your culture your country. India is in my heart now!
Gratitude and Love
Rosuita Roso
Brazil

May 12, 2020
SATHYAM SIVAM SUNDARAM
SAREERAMADYAM KHALU DHARMA SADANAM
SARVE BHAVANTHU SUKHINA:
VAIDYAGRAM VA DR RAMKUMAR JI KELIYE BHAGAVAN SE SHUB SHUB PRARTHANA
Swami Samvidanandha Saraswathi
Nasik, India

May 6,2020
AUM NAMAH SHIVAY
The most beautiful word I learn amazing, wonderful and experience from Dr Ramadas
Best thing I learnt from dr Harikumar is BE Happy…….
Happiness lies within
I want to thank my therapist Geethu from my core of heart. I will never forget her care and concern during treatment especially during virechana. lots of love to rest of the therapist.
Thank you too much Dr Aruna for taking care during virechana treatment.
Dr Renjisha is very dedicated doctor and very much supportive when my mood kept on changing during treatment. She really helped me get the food that best suits my system. she made my stay comfortable. keep caring patients.
Vaidyagrama is beautiful and peaceful place to live if management improves.
Special note for management team
Ever since I entered vaidyagrama I started loving cockroaches dancing on the floor of bathroom, lizard dangling on the roof and rat playing and singing inside the head of the bed
Special note for team of doctor who test food of patients
No doctors properly test the food. If they should have tested food of patient would not got uncooked or burnt chappati few of the patients got rotten dal.
As per Ayurveda food is also a medicine
Special thanks to Dr Ramkumar and Dr Ramanandan
One phrase dedicated to them
Sab moh maya hai
Hum sab Iss Rang manch ki Ratputliya Hai
Compassion is unconditioned love for humanity
Soma Saha
India

May 05, 2020
What an experience it has been, came for a 28 day treatment programme and ended up staying for 64 days, thanks to the lockdown
My first 30 days.
Doctors: Dr Harikrishnan- he was extremely gentle and caring doctor but due to the lockdown he treated me for at least 2 weeks. Even though he was not at Vaidyagrama during the lockdown the other doctors always consulted him every step of the way.
Dr Ramanandan – he too was extremely gentle and caring and too patient to explain the treatment and helped to away my anxieties.
Dr Aruna- she became my confident too. Also, very reasoning come to check on me when she felt I was feeling stressed and anxious.
Dr Rincy – sweet young doctor, gentle and soft spoken and very thorough and detailed when checking on my wellbeing. She always reassured when I worried about the levels of my blood sugar, pressure and gastric.
Therapists
Lakshmi – 10/10 she is a total
Meera – 7/10 Good with treatment needs to work on PR
Farvina – when she graduates, she will make a great therapist
All other staff are extremely polite and conscientious.
Programs to occupy our afternoons were interesting and I learnt a lot about the treatments and the reason for why one has to watch what you do in your daily life and let to have the benefit of the treatments.
My second 30 days
Thanks to the caring nature of the doctors and staff this “imprisonment” ((lock down) kept we save. To occupy my time, I continued my treatment by another 11 days.
Food – For the first 30 days I should eat the meals that were served as it was figured to help with my healing.
Simple oil free bland and Repetitive
Such a limited choice of vegetables
My recommendation
For such plain food presentation is very important
Variety in style of cooking
Healthy food does not have to taste bad and look bad
Please take into consideration the palate of the South Asians
Kitchen staff have to be those who are trained in cooking (have skills and understand food combinations)
Do not repeat meals -breakfast and dinner
There should not be cross contamination of chopping boards and knives.
Very often the fresh fruits served at tea had the paste of mixes or vegetable that were cut earlier
Hopefully a chef will be employed together with nutritionists to improve the meals that are served at Vaidyagrama.
Uma Pushpanathan
Malasia

May 05, 2020
Mother India offers lot of treasure to humanity famous are yoga and Ayurveda
The art of Ayurveda here at Vaidyagrama develops perfectly one of that treasure.
Thank you for the Harmony with nature you create here.
Thank you for the quality of your Welcome, quality of your center, quality of your doctors, therapists and all the staff.
After 5 years of joint pain, my physical body is better, and I formed the hope to hear myself and now my all bodies are better and happy.
Thank you for the love you give, for the smiles in spite of the lock down.
All the best to Vaidyagrama
With lots of love
Claire Wauthy
Tahiti

May 04, 2020
I am very much thankful to Vaidyagrama family for taking care of me and making my stay here a pleasant experience.
This is the first time I stayed here, but I have been taking treatment here since 2010 as O.P.
I really thank Dr. Ramadas sir first, because he suggested me to get admitted here.
In Vaidyagrama, all the doctors and staff are friendly and kind caring.
I once again thank Dr. Soniya and staff Archana, Sindhu, Vasantha and Therapist Meera, who were always smiling with kind caring and dedicated to excellent treatment to me. Staff Archana gave Parental Care to me.
Here the environment is very calm. The food is hygienic and healthy.in this machine life we forget to take care of ourselves. Here, I truly realize that it is very important to our life.
Anyways, I am unlucky person. Because of Corona period, I was admitted in the new block, so I could not mingle with all the Vaidyagrama family and Patients.
And I am very sad that I could not attend the Vaidyagrama’s regular daily activities like satsang, Poojas, group Lunch and cooking class and I missed the daily prayer very much. I am so sad.
Thank You all staffs in Vaidyagrama Family and “MAY GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU”
Thank You,
T. Sivagami,
India

May 01, 2020
Third time is a charm! I feel such a shift at many different levels from this round of treatment. I could not have received a better gift during these uncertain and challenging times in the world. There was not even one time where I did not feel loved and cared for, which I feel lucky to have received as so many people have to sit with themselves at home.
Thank you to all the Doctors, Therapists, housekeeping, and all management and other staff here at Vaidyagrama and Punarnava for helping us all stay calm and surrender to the process, stay in today and offer our prayers for the state of the world. It was not always an easy task to stay in that state of mind but all staff here supported us all, so it was much easier to stay positive.
On an operational level, I notice such an improvement in overall care and the standards. The therapists and the rest of the staff have impressed me much more than in previous treatments. So, keep up the good work!!
I am so grateful to be a part of this Punarnava family, it has changed my life over the years, and I plan to keep coming back again and again, as much as possible.
One Idea: Can we start a weekly Women’s Health according to Ayurveda satsang? Some questions women may only feel comfortable to ask with female doctors and in the company of other women.
Thank you again,
Shanna Dadisman
USA

May 01,2020
Dearest vaidyagrama family
I am so thankful for the extra time spent here due to the covid 19 lockdown. It moved me to take in more fully in the special reality of this beauty community. It is HARD to go now!! But I am trying to accept that too with the growing positive energy that I have found here.
The changes have been deep. My future looks bright again and old age a blessing to be maintained and cared for in a way I had never imagined before.
Dr Ramadas worked with body and soul showing way to be at peace and care for the body. without giving too much importance to mental happening. His way of saying things from the very first-time consultation made me laugh with a new understanding of how life could be.
Dr Renjisha and her baby were a great delight. Her warm practical morning consultation gave support and easy friendship.
My therapist Reshma, Bindu,and Geethu made me feel like a baby again. I thank them for their kind generosity.
Krishnaveni in the office showed such sweet patience helping me with the computer while continuously bought cancelled and rebooked airline tickets, hotels. Telling me be here to stay longer in the garden and grow slowly within its protective wall.
I will take what I can with me and return for what I have left behind.
Much love and gratitude to all
And thanks to shenbagavalli for cleaning my room every day and taking up and down the shades for me.
Cristina Nevans
Turkey
June 10, 2020
It was a long journey of three and half months (Covid time) in Vaidyagrama, which cannot be completed without recognising each ones’ enthralling support.
Special thanks to Dr Ramanandan who was very patient, supportive & a source to health; Dr Ramadas for his mesmerizing prayers and care when he graciously accepted to become the punching bag for a couple of us who could not leave to home due to Corona regulations; Dr Harikrishnan for extending his inputs and being vigilant as always; and Dr Ramkumar who is the support system for smooth functioning of the show.
In spite of the condition outside, the inner environment was always back-boned with enough protection, peace, smiles and grace on everyone’s face & intent.
I wish Vaidyagrama the best of its future endeavours!
Mudit Dalmia,
Kanpur
July 27, 2020
To one and all in the family of Vaidyagrama,
I first came for a short course of a week of rejuvenation. It was a fantastic experience, for natural, spiritual, cultural, and mental healing with prayers and Satsangs etc. The treatment, diet, restricted food, hygiene, greenery around, organic farm products, native breed cattle’s milk, every activity had inspired me, and the management mission is their Vision. I appreciate the team of doctors under the guidance of Dr.Ramadas, Dr.Ramanandan and Dr.Sajna and the whole team right from reception, accounts, kitchen. Food is Shaiva satvik vegetarian food, at the same time tasty.
May the Divine bless all those in this divine work of Dhanwantari and this Vaidyagrama to grow like a banyan tree in the coming years!
My son K.S.M.Karthikeya Sivasenapathy has visited Vaidyagrama several times, and I thank him for guiding me here. I will be failing in my duty if I do not congratulate the therapist Shalini and the boys in the treatment room.
Dr.Ramadas, hats off to you!
With Prayers,
Yours affectionately,
K.S.Siva Senapathy
Founder – Anoor Vidya Matriculation Higher Secondary School
Chairman – Senapathy kangeyam cattle research foundation
India

July 27, 2020
To all of you who are a part of the Vaidyagrama family, my sincere thanks for the wonderful experience I had in the last 21 days. The most caring and compassionate team ever! Calm, beautiful, and serene surroundings created lovingly by the team. My best wishes to all of you!
Jayashree S.
Coimbatore, India

July 17 ,2020
It’s all good about the Treatments in Vaidyagrama Hospital! Here the doctors and staff are very caring for the Patients. I am alright and i am going home. If I need treatment in the future, I would like to get treatment from this hospital.
Thank You!
Jitender Mehla,
Haryana, India

July 10, 2020
I am very glad to write back to Vaidyagrama organization regarding the treatment imparted to me for cervical radiculopathy. My disease is very serious. The moment I entered the campus of Vaidyagrama, I was feeling peaceful and like I have regained the heritage lifestyle of my ancestors.
The entire campus is filled with positive energy and vibes, which gave the confidence that the disease, which was giving serious troubles, will be cured at ease.
The comfort given by the doctors, therapists, technicians, sanitary workers etc. gives a good feel that we are not away from home. The friendly approach of Doctors, Therapists etc. make us more energetic and confident in medical recovery here.
As such, change for better is a scenario which makes everyone to improve. The treatment imparted changed my lifestyle to be more close to natural way of living.
Regarding improvement for the hospital management, few suggestions are listed, which may be considered for the larger benefit of the patients and residents within the Vaidyagrama campus.
1) Frequent power cuts are disturbances to the patients and residents accommodated.
2) Dedicated herbal park/ Corridor displaying the medical benefits of each of the herbs/ medicinal plants.
3) Gifting the patients with plant saplings to carry the memory of Vaidyagrama home, for their lifetime or even beyond that.
4) More landmark boards of Vaidyagrama institution along the pathway in main roads or highway, to give easy access to the location.
5) Better Parking facilities for visitors and staff.
During the treatment, I express my gratitude to the doctors Dr. Harikumar, Dr. Ramanandan, Dr. Vinod, Dr. Anupama, Dr. Ardent, Dr. Soniya and the therapists Mr. Sooraj etc. for their care for me.
Regards,
Sathiyaraj .F
Coimbatore, India
August 23, 2020
Dear Vaidyagrama family,
First of all, I thank the entire Doctors, therapists and all the management and other staff here at Vaidyagrama and Punarnava.
Especially I thank Dr. Ramadas and Dr. Ardent. Both are very helpful and quietly powerful persons for handling and approaching the patients. In our experience both treated us and are friendly.
Thanks once again!
It is not a hospital. This is our family, and its staff and others are my family members.
We will be missing this family and this environment. The days we stayed here are not forgettable. It was a good experience.
Both of us will be coming again in the future for the services given by this family.
M. Marimuthu Raju,
Coimbatore

August 6, 2020
Vaidyagrama has always provided authentic Ayurveda care. Everything from the treatments to the schedule that is followed here, gives the person who comes here, relief from their symptoms and encourages them to make changes for themselves.
I would always want to come back here for treatment for as long as I can. Very warm and affectionate each person is. I wish VG all the very best in their ventures!
Warmly,
Uttara Venugopal,
Chennai

August 4, 2020
My family… Though I have made multiple visits to VG, this trip was different since I came here after a car accident and fractured bones (2 place sT12&L1) to my spine.
Despite my first attempts in consulting with different specialists in U S my back was not fully healed and instead it had worsened when I landed here more than 5 months ago. Though covid situation made my stay longer than intended, it was a blessing since the doctors at VG worked with my fractured spine and other related conditions.
Today I am stepping out almost back to my normal self-feeling more CONFIDENT, more at PEACE and HAPPY with the tremendous progress that I have made with my overall condition.
I have probably troubled the doctors no end during these 5+ months but all CREDIT to the DOCTORS that they bore with me and my constant litany of issues and helped me fully recover.
Though I am a great believer in Ayurveda and an ardent fan of all the doctors here at VG, even I did not expect that I would make a near full recovery. I am GRATEFUL to all the doctors for all their help and support to put me back on my feet!
Loads of Love,
Satyadurga,
USA

August 16,2020
This is our first visit to vaidyagrama. Our special thanks to Dr Ramanandan, Dr Ardent, Dr Arun, Dr Sonia, Dr Renjisha for their wonderful treatment.
Food served is very healthy, according to our convenient and age (to chew).
Therapist and all the staff are very dedicated.
Satsang programme is very interesting; we can learn about Ayurveda and understand.
The quiet and natural environment, Satsang poojas, prayers and the whole atmosphere vibrate with positivity and healing.
Once again thank you for taking such good care of us!
With best wishes,
Suriya & Sekar,
Coimbatore -Tamilnadu

August 20,2020
It is my second visit to vg. At first, I am very grateful to Dr Ramanadan and Dr Ardent to help me to reach vg for my treatment in this pandemic. Thank you, Dr Ramanandan, Dr Ardent, Dr Soniya, Dr Arun, Dr Renjisha for the wonderful treatment.
Therapists Geethu, Radhika, Kalpana and Semeena and all the staff are very helpful and dedicated.
Satsang is a lovely programme; I enjoyed it.
Prayer in the morning and evening are very divine in Dr Ramadas’ voice.
Thank you for the tremendous care.
Jeyalakshmi Asokan,
Chennai – Tamilnadu
September 27, 2020
It was really a great experience to meet the Sattvic lifestyle and the treatments.
I would carry the principles of this lifestyle forward to lead a peaceful, meaningful and a healthy life.
Thank you Vaidyagrama and all members!
Yours lovingly,
Maneesha Keerthi,
Andhra Pradesh – India

September 27, 2020
This is my second visit. I continue to be inspired and impressed.
Dr. Mani Akkineni,
Andhra Pradesh – India

September 27, 2020
It is very impressive, and the kind of people treating us is awesome. Very passionately done and people here are putting their soul into it.
Heartful talks, Heartful smile. So energetic and it made me to keep myself calm and peaceful.
So inspiring to have this kind of lifestyle that followed ethical and human values.
Thanks to have these 2 important days in my life here.
Thank you!
Kiran Kumar,
Hyderabad – India

September 27, 2020
Once again, we are back in Vaidyagrama, this time for the 10th consecutive year. Thanks to COVID fears, the number of people is few, particularly the foreigners due to travel problems. But the treatment, atmosphere and general environment remain as good as ever. The food is very good too.
One can only join for the large number of people who could have liked to be here enjoying their annual ‘pilgrimage’. We only hope and pray that by next year things would be back to normal.
Wish everyone happy times ahead!
M K Rathindran,
Tamil Nadu – India

September 26, 2020
I am taking treatment at Vaidyagrama hospital. Here the doctors are taking care of all the patients. I am alright while going home. If I need treatments in future again, I would like to get treatment from this hospital. No words can express what we felt being here. Especially thanks to Dr Harikumar, Dr Sonia and Dr Ardent. God bless you all. All staff and Workers are also very good. Thank you!
Pramod Ajitsaria,
Assam – India

September 22, 2020
Day 25 – We would say its only 25 days, but with only a few people I really did feel like I was here for a long time, a place like home. It was such an experience being here and surely a real blessing. I did not come with a lot of expectations, but it turned out to be healthy, fun and days with enlightenment. I would really love to make up time and try my best to come here every year at least once for its such a detox from the world outside there.
My doctors Dr Ramadas, Dr Ardent (I am sorry if the spelling is wrong), Dr Renjisha and my two therapists (Kalpana and Geethu), they both made me feel warm. The days when I had to stay alone, I would always spend some time with them talking and laughing a lot. There is nothing to tell about my doctors – They made sure every day I went 1 step closer to getting better and made me know a lot of stuff about Ayurveda and my own body. This will for sure help me alter my daily life in a better way and make my future a healthy and happy one.
Here I learned that everyday small activities play a big role in our health and life. I am hoping to come here again and hope I could also bring my friends and family here.
Sushma Athethee Muthukumar,
Coimbatore – India

September 21, 2020
Thank you so much for the care provided and for the teachings given. I had a wonderful time at Vaidyagrama. It was a self-realization time for me. A special thanks to Dr Ramadas; he was not only treating the body but also the mind and soul. And very patiently teaching the ways of Ayurveda though we are very new to that.
My special thanks to Dr Sonia and Dr Ardent for clearing our doubts and taking good care. Therapists Shalini, Shiny and Radhika was very friendly and gave excellent care.
I really enjoyed the Satsangs and learnt a lot of things.
Looking forward to visiting you all soon!!
My Sincere thanks… God bless you all!
Nithya Kumaran,
Tamil Nadu – India

September 15, 2020
Blessings of all beings of light, I was guided here. Very thankful to the universe for introducing wonderful healing place. My wholehearted blessings to all who healed me.
Jyothi Reddy,
Telangana – India

September 13, 2020
Thanks a lot, it was really a good time, nice place. A big thank you, Dr Ramanandan, Dr Vinod, Dr Sajna, therapists Ms. Radhika, Ms. Sindhu for the care you all have provided. Always with a smiling face and never upset or rude. Special Thank you, Dr Vinod and Ms. Radhika.

Regards,
Sagaya Mercy,
Tamil Nadu – India

September 7, 2020
A big thank you Dr Ramanandan, Dr Ramadas, Dr Vinod, Dr Anupama, Dr Sajna, Therapists Ms. Radhika, Ms. Sindhu, Ms. Lakshmi for the care you all have provided, always with a smiling face and never upset or rude.
It was very good to be in your care, which made me feel like in a happy home. I want my mom to recover from her illness with all your good care and medication.
Cancer is not an easy illness to be treated. Thank you all to your efforts.
Thank you, Dr Siby. Special thank you Radhika.
Please maintain this same kindness, and my wishes for Vaidyagrama to grow bigger and bigger and available across the world.
Regards,
Lalithapriya.T on behalf of Lily Thirunavukkarasu,
Tamil Nadu – India

September 5, 2020
On behalf of Monica, Radha, and myself…
This trip was planned one day before and we did not know what we were coming for. We thought it could be 2-3 days of exploring facility and experiencing treatments. But we ended up staying full 7 days and thoroughly enjoyed the ambience of facilities, friendly staff, professional doctors.
It is very homely, and we are sure to return to this place. I am looking forward to our association to make a difference in women’s health care by Ayurveda and Allopathy.
Dr. Mani Akkineni,
Andhra Pradesh – India

September 01, 2020
On behalf of the patient Mr. Prabhu Chandran, I am here to write the pros and cons of the Vaidyagrama on request of Dr Vinod who oversees the patient.
I personally thank the team of Vaidyagrama for their efforts in caring for the patients with the oldest medical system of Ayurveda.
After coming over and made observation here, I record the following pros and cons of VG.
Pros:
1) Supportive Doctors
2) Natural food
3) Reception people are highly responsible
4) Good ambience
Cons:
1) Could have more communication with family members
2) For allopathic advice, certain facilities could be improved.
“Everything can be sacrificed for the truth, But TRUTH cannot be sacrificed for anything”
With Regards,
Velu Raj,
Tamil Nadu – India
October 31, 2020
This was our second visit. We are totally satisfied with the treatment. The experience has been good. Everyone was so lovely and supportive, which helped us through the treatment. The therapists were lovely and nice. Thanking you for helping us heal!
Kriti & Madhuri Rekhi
Chennai, India

October 29, 2020
Thank you to ALL the staff at Vaidyagrama especially Dr.Ramadas. Whilst I could only get myself to stay just for 3 days, I did learn things about myself from the talks with Dr.Ramadas that I shall take back with me to reflect on them. I intend to practise his advice and become a calmer, happier, content person. Best wishes to all here.
Regards,
Praveen Manghnani
Mumbai, India

October 22, 2020
Had an excellent stay here for 5 weeks.
Very systematic, natural, well thought-out! The doctors and staff are very good.
Returning next year, after 7 months.
Ajay K. Lakhanpal
Goa, India

October 21, 2020
Dear All,
I am happy to share my experience at Vaidyagrama. It was a different valuable experience. I was comfortable during the treatment. Doctors’ consultations were good, and they are very caring. Though it was a short visit of 8 days, I am satisfied by the guidance and treatment whichever was given by them. I also participated in the pooja in the evening daily, which was so pleasant.
Overall, the hospitality was very good with supportive staff in Vaidyagrama.
Definitely I will recommend to my friends and plan to visit another time in the future to take care of my health.
Thank You!
Yours,
Thirukumaran. A
Tamil Nadu, India.

October 19, 2020
To all at vaidyagrama – It has been a home- that has been a therapeutic- home. Hope I can get more people to benefit the way I have. Mentally, physically, psychologically and spiritually it has been magic! In simple words.
Thank you everybody at vaidyagrama, especially Maya, Radhika, Suraj, Shalini.
Bless all of you in advance and look forward to seeing you again…
Sultana Abdullah
Delhi, India

October 16, 2020
Dear All,
It was a unique experience, and I am satisfied with the service and care given by the team.
It is a hospital with a homely atmosphere. Thank you for your hospitality. Hope to come back soon again.
Yours,
Yash Todi,
Assam, India

October 16, 2020
I still cannot believe that I stayed 21 days at vaidyagrama. Staying here for these many days has changed me to a whole new person.
I thank all the Doctors, Physicians, Therapists for guiding, helping to move the process in this whole journey.
Each day has been a new experience of learning new things, and this will stay with my self forever.
Nothing of this would have been possible without Geetha aunty! Many thanks to you… Thank you, Aunty, for convincing everyone…Without you, the stay was impossible.
(P.S.) Thank you Radhika AKKA for taking care of me….!!!
Thank you all for helping me!
Akhila Kaveri,
Tamil Nadu, India

October 14, 2020
Dear All,
I am totally satisfied with the treatment and hospitality that you have shown to me, especially, the doctors who were so caring that I could get well soon. Thank you for all your kind hospitality and treatment.
Thank You!
Aravindan. J,
Coimbatore, India

October 2, 2020
I am very impressed and happy with all here at Vaidyagrama. Everybody is so kind and so caring and very skilled and learned.
The doctors have an incredible amount of knowledge. I am an Ayurveda doctor myself, and so I am a good judge of this. I am very impressed with how they grow their herbs and make their formulations as well.
This village needs to be duplicated, and I hope someday I can help duplicate it in the Himalaya Mountains with my non-profit there.
I look forward to returning for more treatments.
The junior doctors, Soniya and Ardent are also great. Anjali took great care of us and Ranjith is a most effective therapist.
Thank you everyone, for such a rewarding experience!
Dirk Edward De Jager,
U.S.A.

October 2, 2020
Dear Vaidyagrama,
Thank you for everything. I am not an expert. I am not sure how the treatment went! I am not feeling great, but it is not anyone’s fault. I am left feeling as to how the treatment went basically, as I feel worse than when I arrived. But I am hopeful that I will see results soon and over the next few months.
Lots of good feedback – Very kind staff, beautiful nature, very supportive doctors, very good treatments (except that Shirodhara had some issues), oils and materials. Suggestions would be to have doctors observe the 1stShirodhara. Food was good – I do not usually eat rice, so it was difficult for me. If there was a millet or quinoa, it would be good! Thank you so much!!
Jemima Croker,
U.S.A.

October 2, 2020
My experience at Vaidyagrama has been very unique. I feel it is a blend of a hospital, a hotel, a resort, but most of all that, it is a temple! What I take back most is the feeling that I have become closer to God.
The treatment was just an excuse to get away from my otherwise hectic and maddening schedule, but I think I got much more.
I must admit however, that I do have much relief from acidity, and my stomach and my whole being feels so much lighter and more energetic. I also lost 2.5kgs in a week!
I think in terms of feedback, I found it hard to consume the hard water. And I found the cotton towel given (always new) was frustrating, because I could not effectively wipe off the water and oil after the bath.
I salute to the humility, the knowledge, and the eagerness of all the senior doctors here (such a rare quality) – I bow down to all of you! I found all the staff extremely polite.
I shall look forward to more visits. I wish the team all success!
Dr. Mini Panicker,
Mumbai, India
November 21, 2020
This time, I only came for a short stay of 7 days. But the effect was as powerful and healing as my previous longer stays. Thank you to all doctors and staff for supporting my healing journey over the past 6 years.
Vaidyagrama is a home for me, because of all your hospitality, care, and friendship.
I learned how to change my lifestyle, how to cook healthy, how to change my mindset.
It is a continuous journey and I feel blessed to have found VG. It is surely not my last visit.
Best wishes to all of you!
Katrin Karneth,
Germany

November 21, 2020
I am so extremely grateful for Vaidyagrama!
This Ayurveda medicine saved my life last year, and it is the one true healing modality I have experienced. I was back this time for my second treatment for 6 weeks. We went a lot deeper with the medicines and I handled it a lot better than my first time in 2019.
This just shows how much healing I have already done, and I am sure that after this second treatment, I will become fully well again, and it is nice to know that with this medicine in my life, I can live a healthy life forever now.
Huge thank you to Dr Vinod for being so kind, friendly, and caring as well as taking the time to explain Ayurveda to me when I had questions. And to Dr Ramanandan for being extremely diligent, always listening and taking the time to understand me, and for being an all-round legend!
I will miss being in such a beautiful eco-system here and feeling part of the Vaidyagrama community.
See you again next year!
Felicity Marshall,
UK

November 13, 2020
All the doctors and staff are good and friendly.
Nice treatment experience. Feeling good with the treatments.
Nice rooms and good therapists. Enjoyed a lot!
Mr. Nataraj Prabhu,
Tamil nadu, India

November 12, 2020
Good stay, nice staff. Treatment was excellent. Will come back again!
Mr. Rajaram
H/o Kalavathy Rajaram
Tamilnadu, India

November 03, 2020
Hearty thanks to all people at vaidyagrama…
Let your work continue with the selected vision “Service is our Motto”!
Now people are turning towards our traditional system of medicines.
I feel proud to see the uniformity of service towards all the inmates…
You service is much needed to the society….
Yours,
Dhanalakshmi,
Tamil Nadu, India

November 3, 2020
My 21 days stay at Illam 11 -Vaidyagrama healing village, for my neck pain treatment is very useful. The vast green atmosphere simply reduces my stress and gives immense pleasure. All the doctors are so kind, polite, and simple. I am satisfied with the treatment given to me.
I must say special thanks to Dr. Harikumar, Dr. Ramadas and Dr. Soniya for their special care and attention in explaining the Ayurveda treatment tirelessly, and making me feel free from the fear of problems. I appreciate the sincere and kind services of therapists.
Thanks so much to all!
A. Balakrishnan,
Chennai, India
December 1, 2020
Words fall short in conveying the deep gratitude I feel about my 5 week stay in this beautiful slice of heaven. All the doctors, therapists and staff have been so very caring, helpful and nurturing. I appreciate you all. My time here has done me a world of good – body, mind and soul. I am so grateful for the care and loving vibrations with which all the activities here are done. I look forward to being back here in a year.
Thank you all once again!
Warmest Regards,
Shubhalakshmi Amin
Vadodara, India.

December 19, 2020
A big thank you to Dr. Ramanandan, Dr. Vinod, Dr. Aruna, Dr. Arun and all the therapists!
What do I say about the place? It is a beautiful place in remote location with the goal of providing an environment for health, rejuvenation, and healing. The doctors and staff are very attentive from the minute you walk into Vaidyagrama. Doctors are very approachable and take enough time and care to spend with the patients to see them get better with proper care. They provide explanation of every little thing that one may need to make one feel that you are in safe hands. The treatments are authentic with the appropriate meals provided, based on individual medical condition. It was a great experience for me. I absolutely saw and felt the positive result! I would definitely recommend this place for any kind of medical illness, as this is the natural way of curing by understanding the root cause of the problem.
Thank you for all the support and encouragement!
Regards,
Suma Raghu
Bangalore, India.

December 22, 2020
To the wonderful, compassionate Vaidyagrama Vaidyas, therapists and all the wonderful ever-smiling staff – my immense gratitude!
My 21 days here have been very special and healing, not only for my physical issues, but also for my emotional well-being at a time when I have just retired… in fact just one day before coming to Vaidyagrama. Dr. Ramadas and Dr.Harikumar explained the concept of letting go and to be happy in the moment very well. My interactions with Dr.Ramkumar were very enlightening.
The treatments have benefited me, and I feel 70% healed form my musculoskeletal issues. The environs are very conducive to healing and have a wonderful energy.
Dr. Soniya and Dr. Ardent were patient listeners and reassured always.
I look forward to coming back to this serene healing place again.
Best Always,
Nandita Amin
Vadodara, India.

December 24, 2020
I came here for cleansing and detoxification the treatment given was effective.
All the staff from doctors, therapists, and housekeeping team were excellent. They were very much friendly and made me feel like home, than a hospital. Especially the counselling given by Dr. Ramadas was excellent, and I feel that I have got cured 100% and am starting home fresh.
Prayers done every day in the morning and evening were enlightening and paved the way for spiritual thinking. In total, I felt like home.
Sathyanathan.V
Coimbatore, India.

December 25, 2020
We would like to thank the whole team at Vaidyagrama! We had the most amazing healing experience. Vaidyagrama is a world by itself. We did not expect to find ourselves in a different world once checked in. Each and every staff, doctors, support team, worked tirelessly in providing us the most comfortable environment to enable healing.
The wholesome approach to healing is something we do not experience in today’s time. We are thankful we found this place and wish to be a part of it in many ways for as long as possible.
With 2 kids (2y 8m, 4m), I was very unsure we could feel comfortable and relax. But Vaidyagrama made us feel comfortable and bond as a family amongst nature. This special will be special to the four of us. Hope everyone who wishes to heal, find this wonderful place!
Love,
Lalit Nikam and Subasri Nikam
Chennai, India.

December 25, 2020
A heartfelt thank you to all lovely people who are part of such a wonderful community. It has been an awesome and humbling experience each time I have visited Vaidyagrama. This is my third visit here and service, which was nothing short of best, has become even better if that was possible. Therapists and doctors are a true blessing and enduring all my questions and requests.
The care and concern exhibited by the therapists especially Maya and Shiny and Doctors -Vinod and Aruna were truly awesome. For each stay at Vaidyagrama I bring my kid along. With total love and friendship each soul here has treated Deeksha. I am eternally grateful for doing all that was possible to make my stay with my daughter a very memorable one.
Thanks a lot each one of you! The system is such a well-oiled one, with each one right from the kitchen staff to housekeeping doing their job so sincerely each day and every day. This is how the whole community is able to work so efficiently and effortlessly. I am truly impressed with the dedication and devotion of doctors and therapist. My kid will recollect the time spend here with joy for days to come. The prompt response of doctors and therapists even at midnight was to be thanked for. Collective effort of everyone has given tranquility and peace of mind to heal for my sister, which was what I wanted primarily. My heart-felt gratitude to Dr. Ramanandan, Dr. Ramadas, Dr. Harikumar, for their efforts and patience in an answering each one of my queries, concerns. Thank you!
Lavanya.M
Chennai, India.

December 26, 2020
After attending the Swasthya webinar I decided to visit Vaidyagrama. But was not sure how would we adapt ourselves to their environment and way of life close to nature, as we got used for the city life, though we connected ourselves to the nature now and then. So finally planned for a short visit. We enjoyed each and every moment connecting to the Nature, but sitting in the room was difficult for us. After meeting Doctor Ramkumar, and getting to know his Vision through Geetha ji , we were very inspired.
The concept of illness to wellness was very inspiring. The staff, everyone from the senior-most doctor to the housekeeping were so polite. Always with a smile on the face, therapists were so humble and caring.
Thank you Vaidyagrama and team, and looking forward for a long stay with the Vaidyagrama family.
Leena Reddy,
Hyderabad, India.

December 26, 2020
When my wife told about Vaidyagrama, I just thought it’s another hospital /treatment centre, but when we entered the place it really surprised me. I never thought that the treatment will be such a wow experience. It’s very difficult to put our experience on paper. All the staff, right from security guard to the senior-most doctor or director, are very caring and wonderful people. I would say they all are blessed. Looking forward to come back as soon as possible. Good luck to all and all the best!
Warm regards,
Srinivasa Reddy
Hyderabad, India.

December 29, 2020
Thank you very much for all the kind support from the entire team.
M. Unnikrishnan
Coimbatore, India.

December 29, 2020
We have been to Vaidyagrama many times, and as usual it was a great experience this time as well. All staff, doctors, therapists are great and their dedication is admirable. A big thanks to everyone.
Nithish Agarwal and Chhavi Agarwal
Bangalore, India.