Clinical Immersion
CAAM is thrilled to offer an exclusive monthly Clinical Immersion Program designed specifically for our community.
This hands-on series provides you with a unique opportunity to deepen your Ayurvedic practice through real-world clinical experience, guided by seasoned professionals in the field.
Whether you’re looking to advance your skills, gain valuable insights, or connect with experts and peers, this immersive program will empower you to take your learning to the next level. Join us each quarter and experience the transformative power of Ayurveda in action!
August Workshop
Choosing and Combining Ayurvedic Choornas in Chikitsa - Vaidya Rucha Kelkar
About the Topic:
The art of formulating herbs is a fundamental clinical skill in Ayurveda. Selecting the right herbs and combining them in appropriate proportions can significantly enhance treatment outcomes. This session will explore the principles and practical techniques of choosing, combining, and formulating Ayurvedic choornas for effective clinical application. Learn from the practical clinical experiences of Vaidya Rucha Kelkar’s 24 years of Ayurveda practice and gain valuable insights into creating safe, individualized, and effective herbal formulations for everyday practice.
About the Speaker:
Vaidya Rucha Kelkar is the Founder and Director of Ayurbliss Wellness Center in San Mateo, California. She serves as Chair of the Mount Madonna Institute—College of Ayurveda and is the Past President of the National Ayurvedic Medical Association (NAMA).
With over 24 years of experience, Vaidya Kelkar is an Ayurvedic physician, educator, speaker, and author specializing in Ayurveda, Panchakarma, Yoga Therapy, and Orthopedic Physical Therapy. She has mentored Stanford Medical School students in Integrative Medicine, contributed to breast cancer research at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), and serves on the faculty of leading Ayurveda programs. She is the co-author of Clinician’s Compass- Illustrated Clinical Conditions of Integrative Ayurveda and Physical Therapy.
An internationally recognized speaker, Vaidya Kelkar has presented at the AYUSH World Ayurveda Congress, the Consulate General of India in San Francisco, and the Indian Embassy in Berlin. Through her clinical practice, teaching, and lectures, she integrates Ayurveda, Yoga, and Physical Therapy to provide a comprehensive, patient-centered approach to health and wellness.
You don’t want to miss this one!
Date: August 10, 2026, 5:30-7pm PST
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Vaidya Rucha Kelkar
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