Detailed Schedule
Friday March 7, 2025
8:00-8:30AM OPENING CEREMONY
Kick off our conference with an inspiring Opening Ceremony, celebrating the essence of Ayurveda and its profound impact. Join us for a warm welcome, energizing insights, and the unveiling of what’s to come
8:30-9:30AM Dr. Tanuja Nesari MD (Ayu), PhD: The Role of AI in Advancing Traditional Medicine
Step into the future of healing with a transformative exploration of how AI is revolutionizing traditional medicine. Imagine unlocking ancient wisdom through the lens of cutting-edge technology—AI is doing just that. This groundbreaking fusion of AI and traditional medicine empowers practitioners to create highly personalized, evidence-based therapies that seamlessly blend ancient knowledge with modern science. Discover how this innovative approach is shaping the future of wellness and bringing the best of both worlds to life.
9:30-10:30AM Dr. Narayanan Nambi M.D (Ayu): Thyroid Harmony: Ayurvedic Solutions for Autoimmune Thyroiditis
Autoimmune conditions, particularly hypothyroidism, have become increasingly prevalent in today’s era. This presentation focuses on integrating Ayurvedic principles for effective management, showcasing case diaries with detailed approaches to improve patient outcomes.
10:30-10:45AM BREAK
Take a 15-minute break to relax, recharge, and connect with fellow attendees before the next session begins.
10:45-11:30AM Carmen Tosto: Marma Points in Ayurveda and Yoga: a comparative perspective
Do not miss the Marma Points and their dual role through Ayurveda and Yoga that affect both the Physical and Spiritual Centers within and their efficacy in modern Holistic Health. Explore how integrating marma point therapy can elevate your practice and support transformative health outcomes.
11:30-12:30PM Dr. Prashant Suru B.A.M.S., M.D.( AYURVED), F.I.I.M.: Innovative Method of Diagnosis and Treatment using Panchamahabhuta Theory
Unlock the immense potential of the Panchamahabhuta theory in diagnosing and treating a wide range of conditions! By interpreting scientific knowledge and disease management through the lens of the five elemental principles. This unique transformative tool empowers practitioners to address root imbalances with precision.
12:30-2:30PM Lunch
Enjoy a two-hour lunch break to savor delicious meals, network with fellow attendees, and rejuvenate for the afternoon sessions.
2:30-3:15PM Dr. Abhijit Jinde BAMS, MD: Holistic Ayurvedic Strategies for Musculoskeletal Health
Discover unique and powerful insights into treating Musculoskeletal Disorders through the synergy of Panchakarma therapies, targeted diet, and a deep understanding of the mind-nervous system connection! This approach not only addresses the acute stage of disorders with precision but also emphasizes long-term prevention of relapses.
3:15-4:00PM Dr. Mahesh Sabade BAMS, MD: Understanding infectious diseases with Ayurveda’s Amazing Offerings
Experience the power of Ayurveda in managing infectious diseases—bacterial, viral, and parasitic--to elevate infection management and achieve better client outcomes! This discussion draws intriguing comparisons between Ayurvedic methods and pre-germ theory Western medicine, shedding light on the strengths and limitations of both systems..
4:00-4:30PM SPONSOR MESSAGE
Learn about our sponsors and what they have to offer
4:30-5:00PM BREAK
Take a 15-minute break to relax, recharge, and connect with fellow attendees before the next session begins.
5:00-5:45PM Souvik Dutta, Master Jyotsh: Secrets of the Kalapurusha
Uncover the cosmic wisdom of the Kalapurusha, the archetype linking time, space, and the human body. This session explores the Kalapurusha’s role in Ayurveda and Jyotish, revealing its connection to planetary forces, doshas, and subtle energies. Participants will gain practical insights into how the Kalapurusha’s cosmic framework influences health, offering tools to enhance the integration of Vedic principles in Ayurvedic practice.
5:45-6:30PM Dr. Antonio Morandi M.D: Bridging Ayurveda with Modern Standards of Neurology: A Path to Innovative Neurological Care
Dive into the dynamic intersection of Ayurvedic principles and contemporary neuroscience to transform the understanding and treatment of neurological disorders! This approach fuses traditional holistic wisdom with cutting-edge scientific methods, opening the door to groundbreaking diagnostic and therapeutic strategies in neurology.
6:30-8:30PM Dinner
Enjoy a delightful dinner break to relax, refuel, and connect with fellow attendees in a more casual setting.
Saturday March 8, 2025
8:30-9:30AM Dr Janardhana V Hebbar BAMS, MD (Ayu), PGDPSM: Holistic Healing of Psychiatric Disorders with Ayurveda: Opportunities, Methods and Challenges
Discover the transformative potential of Ayurveda in addressing psychiatric disorders through the integration of Panchakarma and Upakarma therapies practical and applicable to the United States
9:30-10:15AM Nidhi Pandya M.S, AD: The Neuroscience behind Kala - Circadian Rhythms
Explore the fascinating connection between Ayurvedic principles and modern neuroscience through the lens of Kala—the six phases of a day that influence our biology and well-being. This deep dive validates the ancient understanding of circadian rhythms, revealing how the timing of activities aligns with neurological and physiological processes.
10:15-10:30AM BREAK
Take a 15-minute break to relax, recharge, and connect with fellow attendees before the next session begins.
10:30-11:15AM Dr. John Douillard DC, CAP: The Pulse as a Healing Tool
A unique approach to the human Pulse. Learn how to take your own pulse and the pulse of clients at the gap, between consciousness and matter and restore the memory of pure consciousness, into every cell of the body and elicit a powerful self-healing response!
11:15-12:00PM Myra Lewin AP, AYT: Embracing the Wholeness of Ayurveda: Integrating Sattvavijaya Chikitsa for Transformative Clinical Practice: Empowering the client as a practitioner
Discover the profound power of Sattvavijaya Chikitsa—the Ayurvedic approach that taps into the mind’s resilience and empowers true healing. This topic explores how the complete essence of Ayurveda, when coupled with this unique form of mental and emotional therapy, can elevate clinical practice to a new level of effectiveness.
12:00-12:30PM CAAM UPDATES
CAAM will provides latest and greatest news and upcoming events
12:30-2:00PM LUNCH
Enjoy a two-hour lunch break to savor delicious meals, network with fellow attendees, and rejuvenate for the afternoon sessions.
2:00-3:00PM PANEL DISCUSSION
Topic: Winning Strategies: Integrating Sports Medicine and Ayurveda for Peak Performance and Recovery
Panelists: Dr. Neesheet Parikh, Dr. John Douillard, Dr. Abhijit Jhinde
3:00-3:45PM Dr. Jay Apte B A M S, M S (Pharmacology): “Fire within” - importance of concept of Agni at physical, emotional and spiritual level.
Dive deep into Agni at physical, cellular and molecular level. Modern research on fasting, autophagy, and metabolic regulation provides a fascinating lens to understand Agni's functions, especially in the context of disease processes and restoration of balance.
3:45-4:30PM Dr. Sheila Patel M.D: Integrative Approach to Trauma and Mental Health
Explore a transformative fusion of Ayurvedic wisdom and contemporary psychology to heal trauma and mental health challenges! This presentation uncovers the synergy of doshas, gunas, and koshas in healing, paired with case studies that seamlessly blend Ayurvedic practices with modern psychological techniques for personalized care.
5:00-6:30PM Panel Discussion : One Case, Four Perspectives: Redefining Holistic Healthcare
Join us as we explore this case through the lens of Ayurveda, Allopathy, Acupuncture and Naturopathy to uncover how body, mind, and diet interplay in health and disease. In this thought-provoking session, experts from four modalities will share how they would diagnose, manage, and restore balance in the presented case. Discover how ancient wisdom, modern science, and holistic approaches converge to heal not just the condition, but the person as a whole.
6:30-8:30PM Dinner
Enjoy a delightful dinner break to relax, refuel, and connect with fellow attendees in a more casual setting.
Sunday March 9, 2025
8:30-9:15AM Dr. Claudia Welch: Khale Kapota Nyāya: Expanding the Law of Selectivity
Delve into the transformative potential of the Law of Selectivity, traditionally applied to the 3 laws of dhātu nutrition, and understand its powerful impact on mental, emotional, and spiritual nourishment. This session highlights innovative approaches to enhancing and absorbing this broader spectrum of nutrition, empowering you to foster deeper well-being and balance in every aspect of life.
9:15-10:30PM PANEL DISCUSSION
Topic: Business tips from successful Ayurveda practitioners of various schools
Panelists: Trailblazers of Ayurveda practitioners in USA
10:30-11:15AM Vaidya Yash BAMS: A case study with differential diagnosis of amashaygata vata and udavarta in cardiac conditions and dizziness
Cardiac symptoms such as palpitations and chest discomfort linked with dizziness often mirror stress and digestive imbalances in Ayurveda. Both Āmāshayatgata Vāta and Udāvarta can manifest in conditions with similar presentations, requiring precise differentiation. While modern medicine may link such symptoms to gastric reflux or anxiety-induced tachycardia, Ayurveda emphasizes addressing the root Vāta imbalance and diet changes.
11:15-12:00PM Dr. Bhaswati Bhattacharya MPH, MD, PhD: Decoding Labs: Looking Past Platelets in bleeding disorders
This presentation addresses imbalances in rakta and pitta disorders, complementing biochemical insights from clotting mechanisms and laboratory findings. By understanding the role of rakta as life-sustaining we can expand our comprehension of blood vessel functions and their relationship to diseases like bleeding disorders.
12:00-1:00PM PANEL DISCUSSION
Topic: Timeless Tradition, Tomorrow's Vision: Ayurveda Ahead
Panelists: Tanuja Nesari, Claudia Welch, Antonio Morandi
1:00-2:00PM LUNCH
Enjoy a one-hour lunch break to savor delicious meals, network with fellow attendees, and rejuvenate for the afternoon sessions.
2:00PM Onwards: Mela
Step into the vibrant Mela—a lively marketplace filled with Ayurvedic products, artisanal goods, hands-on demos, and cultural delights. Explore, shop, and immerse yourself in the spirit of Ayurveda!