Ayurveda OPD at UMC Hospitals

UMC Hospitals, Navi Mumbai offers a dedicated Ayurveda OPD that provides classical, evidence-aligned Ayurvedic consultations, personalized herbal prescriptions, and lifestyle guidance for preventive and restorative health. Care is delivered by qualified Ayurveda physicians in coordination with modern diagnostics when clinically indicated.

Why choose UMC

• Consultant-led consultations with individualized plans rooted in classical texts and contemporary safety standards.
• Integrated approach that aligns Ayurveda with diagnostics, nutrition, physiotherapy, and relevant specialties for holistic outcomes.
• Protocol-driven quality, medication safety checks, and clear follow-up schedules for consistent results.

Conditions Addressed

• Metabolic and lifestyle: weight management, insulin resistance support, fatigue, sleep imbalance.
• Digestive health: acidity, bloating, constipation, IBS-like symptoms, appetite irregularities.
• Bone–joint–muscle: osteoarthritis, back and neck strain, tendinopathies, postural issues.
• Skin and hair: dryness, acne-prone skin, scalp concerns, dandruff, hair-thinning patterns.
• Women’s health (non-obstetric): PMS, cycle irregularity, perimenopausal symptoms, PCOS support.
• Respiratory and allergy: recurrent cold, sinus tendencies, seasonal sensitivities.
• Stress and mind–body: irritability, brain fog, low energy, sleep disturbances.

OPD Services

• Detailed Ayurvedic assessment: prakriti–vikriti profiling, diet and lifestyle review, symptom mapping, and goal setting.
• Herbal and herbo-mineral prescriptions with safety screening and dose titration as advised.
• Diet and lifestyle plans: seasonal routines, daily regimen, sleep hygiene, hydration, and mindful activity.
• External therapies in OPD setting (as feasible): localized abhyanga, kati/janu basti, nasya pre-protocols, and simple fomentation.
• Referral coordination: imaging, labs, or specialty opinions when integrative support is beneficial.

The Care Pathway

• First visit: comprehensive history, examination, and a written plan with diet, lifestyle, and medication guidance.
• Follow-up: progress review, dose adjustments, and refinement of routines at defined intervals.
• Long-term: seasonal program updates and prevention-focused reviews to sustain benefits.

Safety and Quality

• Ingredient quality checks, allergy review, and interaction screening with ongoing medications.
• Clear guidance on storage, dosing, and duration; avoidance of self-medication or unverified formulations.
• Escalation protocols to modern specialty care for red flags or non-response.

Preparing for Consultation

• Bring recent reports, medication lists, allergy information, and prior treatments tried.
• Keep a simple symptom and diet diary for 3–7 days to support precise planning.
• Share personal goals such as sleep, energy, skin, weight, or activity milestones.

What to Expect

• A calm, unhurried consult that translates classical principles into practical, modern routines.
• Realistic timelines: gentle, sustained improvements prioritized over short-lived results.
• Written take-home plan with diet, routines, medications, and review dates.

FAQs

• Are Ayurvedic medicines safe? Formulations are chosen from reputable sources with dose and duration tailored to individual needs.
• Can Ayurveda be used with ongoing allopathic treatment? Plans are coordinated to avoid interactions, with periodic reviews for safety.
• How soon are results visible? Early changes often begin within 2–4 weeks, with sustained benefits over 8–12 weeks depending on goals.
• Are therapies done as inpatient? Services are OPD-only; any day-care procedures are scheduled without admission if feasible.
• Is diet change mandatory? Nutrition guidance is foundational; practical, culturally appropriate adjustments are recommended.

Team and Support

Ayurveda physicians, dietitians, and physiotherapists collaborate to create personalized, achievable care plans supported by nurse educators.

Book an Appointment

For an Ayurveda OPD consultation at UMC Hospitals, Navi Mumbai, request a call-back or schedule a visit; appointment slots, preparation notes, and follow-up timelines will be provided.