2025 CAAM Conference
The 2025 CAAM Conference will be held in person at the Silicon Andhra University: 1521 California Cir, Milpitas, CA 95035
Immerse yourself in: Exhibitor Showcase: Discover innovative products and services that support your holistic health journey.
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Immerse yourself in: In-depth Sessions with Renowned Ayurveda Masters: Gain practical insights from luminaries shaping the future of this holistic science.
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Immerse Yourself In: Vibrant Community & Public Mela: Connect with the Ayurveda Masters, Fellow Practitioners and Wellness Enthusiasts during the Conference and the Open-To-All Community Mela/Fair, fostering collaborations and a diverse community.
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Whether in-person or online, discover the path to "Conscious Health" at CAAM 2025! Seize the opportunity to be part of a movement to connect, learn, and contribute to the future of holistic well-being!
Immerse yourself in: Exhibitor Showcase: Discover innovative products and services that support your holistic health journey. 〰️ Immerse yourself in: In-depth Sessions with Renowned Ayurveda Masters: Gain practical insights from luminaries shaping the future of this holistic science. 〰️ Immerse Yourself In: Vibrant Community & Public Mela: Connect with the Ayurveda Masters, Fellow Practitioners and Wellness Enthusiasts during the Conference and the Open-To-All Community Mela/Fair, fostering collaborations and a diverse community. 〰️ Whether in-person or online, discover the path to "Conscious Health" at CAAM 2025! Seize the opportunity to be part of a movement to connect, learn, and contribute to the future of holistic well-being!
18 CE credits for CAAM and/or NAMA certificate for live attendees (either in-person or online).
Thank You To Our 2025 Platinum Sponsor
Register Now
Early Early Bird Rates End December 31st
In-person attendance includes the price of meals
This year, our conference will also be live cast on our new community hub: CAAM CONNECT!
Before December 31, 2024
Student Members
$175/in-person, $199/online
Professional Members
$225/in-person, $199/online
Non Members
$275/in-person, $199/online
Make Sure to Register Now Before Pricing Changes!
STUDENTS
Registration After December 31, 2024
$225/in-person, $225/online
Registration After January 30, 2025
$275/in-person, $250/online
Registration After February 28, 2025
$325/in-person, $275/online
Professional and AWC/AHC
Registration After December 31, 2024
$275/in-person, $225/online
Registration After January 30, 2025
$325/in-person, $250/online
Registration After February 28, 2025
$375/in-person, $275/online
NON-MEMBERS
Registration After December 31, 2024
$325/in-person, $225/online
Registration After January 30, 2025
$375/in-person, $250/online
Registration After February 28, 2025
$425/in-person, $275/online
Accommodations for the 2025 CAAM Conference
We’re excited to offer exclusive negotiated rates for our 2025 CAAM Conference attendees at SpringHill Suites Milpitas Silicon Valley. Conveniently located just minutes from the conference venue, this modern hotel provides everything you need for a comfortable and relaxing stay.
Special Rate Details:
Hotel: SpringHill Suites Milpitas Silicon Valley
Last Day to Book: Tuesday, February 04, 2025
Discounted rates available exclusively for CAAM Conference participants
Complimentary Wi-Fi, breakfast, and parking
Easy access to the conference location and nearby amenities
To secure your room at the special rate, be sure to mention the CAAM Conference when booking or use the reservation link below. Don’t wait—rooms are limited, and this offer is only available until February 04, 2025.
Individual guest will be responsible to cancel their reservation 7 days prior to the arrival date in order to avoid the cancellation fee
Conference Speakers
Dr. Claudia Welch
Dr. Claudia Welch is an internationally celebrated expert in Ayurveda and Oriental Medicine, renowned for her contributions to women’s health and holistic medicine. A lifelong student of life and medicine, Dr. Welch integrates ancient wisdom with modern science to address contemporary health challenges.
She is the author of Balance Your Hormones, Balance Your Life: Achieving Optimal Health and Wellness Through Ayurveda, Chinese Medicine and Western Science and The Four Qualities of Effective Physicians: Practical Ayurvedic Wisdom for Modern Physicians. As one of the founders of Satsangam.net, she has created a platform for accessible learning and community engagement in holistic health.
Dr. Welch has lectured globally, exploring the application of Eastern medicine to women’s health and broader modern realities. Her courses and free resources can be found on DrClaudiaWelch.com and Satsangam.net, continuing to inspire and educate practitioners and patients worldwide.
John Douillard, DC, CAP
Dr. John Douillard is a globally acclaimed expert in Ayurveda, natural health, nutrition, and sports medicine. With 40 years of experience, he has helped over 100,000 patients as the director of LifeSpa, a pioneering wellness center and the leading Ayurvedic health resource online.
Dr. John is a celebrated educator, host of the Ayurveda Meets Modern Science podcast, and the former Director of Player Development for the New Jersey Nets NBA team. He has authored seven bestselling health books, including Eat Wheatand The 3-Season Diet, offering practical insights that bridge ancient Ayurvedic wisdom with modern science.
Through LifeSpa.com, Dr. John shares thousands of free educational resources, publishing articles weekly to empower individuals worldwide. With 500,000+ followers and readers, his work continues to inspire a global audience to embrace Ayurveda and natural health for optimal living.
Nidhi Pandya
Nidhi Pandya is an Ayurvedic Doctor, celebrated author, and the creator of the revolutionary Inner Climate® Method for holistic wellness. Based in NYC, Nidhi combines deep-rooted Vedic knowledge with a modern approach to empower individuals, particularly women, to heal systemically and live with confidence and freedom.
Raised in India, Nidhi grew up immersed in Ayurveda under the influence of her grandfather, a renowned Ayurvedic healer. Her latest book, "Your Body Already Knows," provides a jargon-free introduction to Ayurveda and offers a 21-day plan to restore mind-body balance.
As an international teacher, coach, and speaker, Nidhi excels in making ancient Ayurvedic principles practical for contemporary living. Her work bridges traditional wisdom with modern health challenges, guiding individuals toward radical transformation. Through her teachings and writings, Nidhi continues to inspire global audiences to embrace Ayurveda as a path to lasting wellness.
Dr. Jay Apte
Dr. Jay Apte is one of the most experienced Ayurvedic practitioners in the United States, with over 40 years of practice in Texas and California. She earned her B.A.M.S. degree from the University of Pune, India, and an M.S. in Pharmacology from the University of North Texas.
Renowned for her well-rounded expertise, Dr. Apte has not only built a successful clinical practice but also established Ayurvedic schools in both states, nurturing countless students. She has also ventured into Ayurvedic entrepreneurship through her food business, “Ayurfoods.” Currently, she offers seminars and hosts a radio show to educate the public on Ayurvedic principles and lifestyles.
Dr. Apte is passionate about expanding the reach of Ayurveda and plans to offer online seminars aimed at guiding practitioners to build successful practices. Her lifelong commitment to Ayurveda continues to inspire and contribute to the growing demand for skilled practitioners in the field.
Dr. Neesheet Parikh, DO
Dr. Neesheet Parikh is a family and sports medicine physician with over 17 years of experience. He earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from A.T. Still University and completed a family medicine residency at Downey Regional Medical Center, followed by a fellowship in sports medicine at San Diego Sports Medicine & Family Health Center.
Dr. Parikh is the Chief Medical Officer and Head Team Physician for USA Cricket, providing care to athletes from Olympians to professionals in the NFL, NBA, and X-Games. As a clinical faculty member at Yale School of Medicine and Georgetown University, he shares his expertise with future medical professionals.
Founder and CEO of ParikhHealth in Sunnyvale, California, he specializes in health promotion and disease prevention, integrating osteopathic manipulative medicine into his practice. Beyond medicine, Dr. Parikh enjoys cooking, traveling, and spending time with his wife and four children.
Dr. Bhaswati Bhattacharya, MD, PhD
Dr. Bhaswati Bhattacharya is a distinguished MD physician-scientist and writer, practicing integrative medicine in New York. She serves as Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine at Weill Cornell Medical College and is an active member of two committees at the NIH/NCI, where she collaborates on research linking Ayurveda and cancer.
Dr. Bhattacharya earned a mid-career PhD in ancient Ayurvedic chemistry from Banaras Hindu University and holds advanced degrees in neuroscience, pharmacology, public health, and medicine. Her extensive training includes family medicine, preventive medicine, nutrition, homeopathy, yoga, and herbal medicine.
She is a senior Fulbright Scholar in medical sciences, a Fulbright Specialist in global public health, and the recipient of the American Medical Association's Leadership Award. Featured in the Discovery Channel documentary Healers: Journey into Ayurveda, she is also the author of the national bestseller Everyday Ayurveda by Penguin Random House.
Dr. Bhattacharya continues to inspire through her pioneering contributions to integrative medicine and Ayurveda.
Prof. Narayanan Nambi
Prof. Narayanan Nambi is a distinguished international researcher and educator with over 25 years of experience in advancing Ayurveda. He has taught extensively across Italy, Russia, Australia, UAE, Europe, and India, sharing Ayurvedic principles and fostering global awareness of traditional medicine. A prolific researcher, Prof. Nambi has published numerous papers in leading medical journals, contributing significantly to Ayurveda's integration into modern healthcare systems. His expertise extends beyond academics, with impactful roles in policy and international cooperation. He served as Coordinator of the Scientific Program for INDRA-Europe (International Network for Development and Research in Ayurveda), as a Member of the Sub-Committee for Education & International Cooperation for AYUSH under India’s 12th Five-Year Plan, and as Member Secretary of the Clinical Services Council for International Cooperation of Indian Systems of Medicine under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. Prof. Nambi’s dedication to education, research, and global collaboration has positioned him as a leading advocate for Ayurveda’s role in holistic health.
Dr. Abhijit Jinde
Dr. Abhijit Jinde is a renowned Indian Ayurveda physician specializing in musculoskeletal issues, cancer care, and lifestyle disorders. He serves as the Director and Chief Physician at Sukhayu Ayurveda Clinic and as Chief Consultant and Strategic Advisor at Deham Nature Cure Wellness in Pune. Over the past two decades, Dr. Jinde has contributed to the development of an integrative cancer hospital in South Korea, blending Ayurveda with conventional therapies to provide holistic care.
Dr. Jinde has mentored and taught generations of Ayurveda students both in India and abroad, sharing his expertise and advancing the global reach of Ayurvedic medicine. His work in treating musculoskeletal disorders, including osteoarthritis, has brought relief to countless patients. He holds a B.A.M.S from the University of Pune, an MD (Ayurveda) from Utkal University, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Research and Data Management from Ruby Hall Clinic, Pune.
Dr. Antonio Īśvara Morandi
Antonio Īśvara Morandi is an internationally renowned physician, neurologist, and vaidya specializing in Ayurveda and Panchakarma. Co-Founder and Co-Director of Ayurvedic Point in Milan, he also serves as President of the Scientific Society for Ayurvedic Medicine Italy (SSIMA). Dr. Morandi is an advisor to Ayurvedic agencies and the World Health Organization (WHO), contributing to working groups on benchmarks for practice, training, and terminology in Ayurveda, as well as AI applications in traditional medicine under the AI4Health Project.
In addition to receiving the title of Āyurveda Acharya in 2003, Dr. Morandi was honored with the prestigious IASTAM ZANDU Award for Research in Ayurveda in 2017. A dedicated educator, he teaches "Introduction to Ayurveda" at the Faculty of Medicine at the State University of Milan.
As a prolific author and active member of editorial committees for scientific journals, Dr. Morandi continues to shape Ayurveda’s integration into global healthcare and research initiatives.
Dr. Prashant Suru
Dr. Prashant Suru brings 38 years of expertise in Ayurveda, specializing in the treatment of chronic diseases and the nuanced application of Ayurvedic diagnosis and therapies. He is the primary representative carrying forward the legacy of Vaidyaraj A.W. Datashastri, renowned for his groundbreaking work on Panchabhautik Chikitsa—a unique approach based on the five-element theory—which earned Datashastri the prestigious Brihar-Trayi Ratna award from the Government of India. Dr. Suru serves as the Dean at Pune University and is dedicated to spreading the teachings of this lineage worldwide. He frequently lectures across continents and collaborates with Stanford University practitioners on the Ayurvedic approach to cancer care. With a distinguished career focused on integrating traditional knowledge into modern healthcare, Dr. Suru continues to make significant contributions to the advancement of Ayurveda and its relevance in addressing chronic and complex health conditions.
Carmen Tosto
Carmen Durgā Tosto is an international teacher of Ayurveda, Yoga, and Marma Therapy with extensive expertise in integrating traditional practices into clinical and medical settings. She is the Co-Director and Co-Founder of Ayurvedic Point in Milan, Italy, and serves as the director of its Treatment Department. A certified Yoga Teacher (Sūrya Chandra Marga Institute), Ayurvedic Therapist (Joytinat International College of Ayurveda), and expert in Marma Point Therapy (Vaidya Atreya Smith), she also trained as a Panchakarma Therapist at Ashtavaidyan Thaikat Mooss’ Ayurvedic Institute in Thrissur, India.
In 2003, Carmen received the title of “Āyurveda Acharya” and developed the PMT© - Prāna Marma Therapy Method and AYT© - Ayurveda Yoga Therapy Method. She is an author of publications on Ayurveda and Yoga, and she teaches "Introduction to Ayurveda" at the Faculty of Medicine, State University of Milan. Her work continues to bridge Ayurveda and Yoga with modern healthcare.
Dr. Mahesh Sabade
Dr. Mahesh Sabade is a distinguished Ayurveda consultant with over 23 years of experience as a practitioner, author, and educator. He holds BAMS and MD degrees in Medicine-Panchakarma from the University of Pune. Based in Pune, he operates a successful Ayurveda clinic and has served as an Honorary Consultant at the SPP Pune University Health Centre for 14 years.
Dr. Sabade has contributed to Ayurveda internationally, mentoring companies in Ayurveda-based product development and presenting papers in countries such as Brazil, the USA, Israel, and Europe. He is the co-author of "Ahaar: The Scientific Diet" and has published numerous research papers and case reports.
As a guest faculty member at Vedika Global in California, he helped design and teach Ayurveda courses. Honored with awards like the Dharam Hinduja Scholarship, International Educators Award (USA), and Ayurveda Bharati, Dr. Sabade continues to advance Ayurveda through practice and education worldwide.
Tanuja Nesari, MD (Ayu)
Dr. Tanuja Nesari brings over three decades of expertise in academia, administration, and research, significantly advancing Ayurveda's global prominence. As Director of the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) from 2018 to 2024, they elevated AIIA to a center of excellence, earning A++ NAAC and NABH accreditations and ISO 9001:2015 certification. They established satellite centers across India, including at Goa, Supreme Court of India, and LBSNAA, and transformed AIIA into a dedicated COVID-19 healthcare center. They facilitated 80+ MoUs (17 international), led >50 collaborative clinical research projects with global partners, and supervised 78 postgraduate and Ph.D. scholars. With 200+ indexed publications and 21 books in multiple languages, their contributions span both education and practice. Recipient of the “Ayurveda Ratna” award (ITS-APPG, UK), [Name] currently serves in key roles, including WHO Task Force and NITI Aayog initiatives, furthering integrative healthcare and traditional medicine globally.
Myra Lewin
Myra Lewin is an Ayurvedic Practitioner and Ayurveda Yoga Therapist with over 30 years of experience. After overcoming rheumatoid arthritis through the practices of Yoga and Ayurveda, she dedicated her life to sharing this transformative wisdom. Myra trained with esteemed teachers, including Pattabhi Jois in India, Betty Eiler, Richard Freeman, and Sandra Kozak, deepening her knowledge of these ancient traditions.
In 1999, she founded Hale Pule School of Ayurveda & Yoga, a globally recognized institution offering Ayurveda Health Counselor certification and holistic training programs. Myra is the author of several acclaimed books, including Freedom in Your Relationship with Food and Simple Ayurvedic Recipes, and she hosts two podcasts on holistic healing.
Currently based in Bali, Indonesia, Myra continues to guide individuals toward balanced living through online mentoring and training. Her work embodies the principles of Ayurveda and Yoga, offering accessible tools for health, simplicity, and integrity.
Dr. JV Hebbar
Dr. Janardhana V. Hebbar is a distinguished Ayurvedic physician with a B.A.M.S., an MD in Ayurveda, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Pharma Sales Management. Based in Moodbidri, Karnataka, he provides Ayurvedic consultations while staying updated on international guidelines for Ayurvedic products and pharmaceuticals.
An accomplished author, Dr. Hebbar has written five books on Ayurveda and co-authored two textbooks on Ayurvedic mineralogy, contributing significantly to the field's academic and practical knowledge. With prior roles as Deputy Product Manager at AVN Ayurveda Formulations and Associate Professor at Alva’s Ayurveda Medical College, he brings a wealth of experience in both clinical practice and education.
His personal health journey, supported by his mother, ignited his passion for Ayurveda as a healing science. Dr. Hebbar’s commitment to bridging traditional wisdom with modern advancements continues to inspire practitioners and patients alike.
Dr. Yashashree Mannur
Yashashree (Yash) Mannur is a distinguished Ayurvedic physician and the director of Shubham Ayurveda Clinic and School in Fremont, California. She holds a Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) from the University of Pune, India, and a Bachelor of Arts in Sanskrit from Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth, Pune, reflecting her deep classical training in Ayurveda.
With over 20 years of experience in clinical practice and teaching, Vaidya Mannur is a faculty member at the Mount Madonna College of Ayurveda, where she mentors future practitioners. Her work at Shubham Ayurveda focuses on integrating traditional Ayurvedic therapies with personalized care to address various health conditions, promote preventive wellness, and adapt Ayurveda to modern challenges.
Known for her compassionate approach and dedication to community education, Vaidya Mannur regularly shares insights on Ayurvedic practices, such as managing health in extreme climates. She continues to inspire individuals to embrace Ayurveda as a transformative path to holistic well-being.
Dr. Sheila Patel
Dr. Sheila Patel, M.D. is a board-certified family physician and expert in integrative medicine, renowned for blending Ayurveda, meditation, and yoga with modern medical practices. Formerly the Chief Medical Officer for Chopra Global, she now serves as Medical Advisor and Lead Educator for Chopra Certifications at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN).
Dr. Patel is passionate about transforming healthcare from a focus on disease management to one centered on creating health and well-being. She practices integrative medicine with Ayurveda, meditation, and yoga as foundational elements, combined with modern medicine in her outpatient family practice.
A strong advocate for a preventive, predictive, personalized, and participatory approach to healing, Dr. Patel strives to optimize human potential and foster societal health. Through her work, she inspires others to embrace holistic practices that not only improve individual health but also contribute to a more balanced and healthier world.
Souvik Dutta, Master Jyotish
Souvik Dutta began his spiritual journey in Kolkata, India, at the age of 4 with yoga and was initiated into spiritual life at 8. Trained in three Jyotish lineages, he has mastered Vedic astrology, tantra, and dharma under the guidance of revered gurus, integrating these teachings into a cohesive spiritual practice.
Souvik is the founder of Ancient Indian Astrology Classes (AIAC) and has lectured at prestigious venues such as Stanford University and Veda MeLA, sharing the depth of Jyotish and Vedic spirituality with diverse audiences. A prolific teacher and writer, he is dedicated to preserving and propagating the wisdom of ancient Indian sciences.
Currently residing in Aurora, IL, with his wife and two children, Souvik continues to inspire students and practitioners worldwide with his profound understanding of Vedic astrology and its applications in modern life.
