MEET THE MIND BEHIND THE NAME: DR. KARTHIK REDDY
Dr. Kartik embodies a deep-rooted commitment to Nature Cure, a legacy passed down from his esteemed parents, the late Dr. P. Narasimha Reddy and Dr. P. Vimala Reddy. His life journey is a living testament to the principles of Nature Cure, as instilled by his parents. With an academic foundation from SDM College of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences, Dharmasthala, he has seamlessly integrated his passion for healing, harmony, and well-being through Nature Cure and Yoga.
Specializing in Yoga Asanas, Yoga Nidra, and Pranayama, Dr. Kartik brings unique expertise to our center. His proficiency includes transformative practices such as Neti, Vasti, Kapalabhati, Nauli, Trataka, and Dhauti, enriching the holistic offerings available to our visitors.
Dr. Kartik’s presence honors the dedication and wisdom of his parents, and his contributions continue to strengthen the legacy of our center.
CAREER OBJECTIVE
To facilitate healing for the sick while spreading awareness about the effectiveness of Nature Cure and Yoga in achieving and maintaining optimal health. This involves offering treatments at hospitals and delivering lectures in various institutions, government departments, educational settings, and corporate sectors. Additionally, I aim to emphasize the importance of nurturing both physical and mental well-being to foster a harmonious and thriving society.
CAREER PATH
- Chief Medical Officer (6 months) at Rural Nature Cure Hospital, Varni, Nizamabad, Andhra Pradesh (now Telangana).
• Research Associate (6 months), conducted diet counseling and Yoga Nidra sessions for cancer patients at NIMS and MNJ Hospital under AM Charitable Trust, Banjara Hills, Road No. 12.
• Director at SLNS Nature Cure Hospital (since 2006).
• Senior Medical Doctor and Co-founder of the Holistic Wellness Clinic, Jubilee Hills (since 2022).
• Advisor for Genome Foundation (since 2024).
• Pioneered innovative approaches to addressing chronic and severe disease stages.
• Successfully treated numerous patients with autoimmune conditions, including Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Multiple Sclerosis, Sjögren’s Syndrome, and Rheumatoid Arthritis.
PROGRAMMES ORGANIZED
• Active participation in the National Campaign on Yoga and Naturopathy for Holistic Health (August 7–8, 2010).
• Continuous Medical Education Program at APCOB Training Centre (March 12–14, 2010).
• Numerous Naturopathy & Yoga camps sponsored by CCRYN, Delhi, and NIN, Pune.
• Coordinator for seven-day camps at various Nature Cure Hospitals in Telangana on behalf of the National Institute of Naturopathy, Pune.
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
• Bachelor of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences (BNYS) from SDM College of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences, Ujire, Karnataka, affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore.
• Intermediate (Bi.PC) from Ideal Junior College, Dilsukhnagar.
• SSC from Sri Santosh High School, Bhongir.
CONTINUING MEDICAL EDUCATION
• Participated in the Continued Medical Development Program (March 26–31, 2007), organized by Gandhi Naturopathy Medical College.
• Participated in the Continued Professional Development Program (March 11–13, 2011), organized by the National Institute of Naturopathy, Pune.
RESEARCH TRAINING PROGRAMS
• Attended a 10-day residential workshop on advanced research methodology relevant to Naturopathy (February 2–11, 2009).
• Participated in a training workshop on research methodology in Yoga and Naturopathy (November 24–26, 2009).
• Attended a workshop on research methodology (November 1–10, 2006).
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT EVENTS
• Participated in a Workshop on Women’s Health (December 5–7, 2009), organized by the National Institute of Naturopathy.
• Attended the National Workshop on Women’s Health (March 8–10, 2007), organized by CCRYN.
• Participated in the Women Empowerment Program (November 11–13, 2006), organized by the National Institute of Naturopathy.
• Attended the Karnataka State Level Conference on Emerging Trends in Naturopathy and Yoga (March 5–7, 2002).
PRESENTATION HIGHLIGHTS
• Invited speaker on autoimmune disorders at NACONY (2007), organized by the National Institute of Naturopathy, Pune.
• Presented successful case studies on SLE at CCRYN (2005–2010).
• Invited speaker at SDM College of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences (2012).
• Invited speaker on autoimmune disorders and their management in naturopathy at the National Seminar on Emerging Trends of Research in Yoga and Naturopathy (September 16–18, 2006).
• Invited speaker on the management of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus at the 1st International Conference on Holistic Wellness through Naturopathy and Yoga (March 15, 2019), held at Sant Hirdaram College of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences, Bhopal.
• Invited speaker on autoimmune disorder management at the International Conference on Naturopathy, LONI, Pune (March 18–19, 2022), organized by the Central Council for Research in Yoga and Naturopathy.
• Invited speaker on autoimmune diseases, diet, and innovations in management at the Central Research Institute of Yoga and Naturopathy (CRIYN), Nagamangala, Mandya, Karnataka.
CERTIFICATIONS
• Attended a certificate course on Mental Health and Personality Development (June 3–8, 2004), conducted by the PG Department of Psychology, SDM College, Ujire.
• Completed a one-month course on Panchakarma and special therapies of Kerala (September 7–October 6, 2006) at Kerala Ayurveda Pharmaceutical Limited, Aluva.
• Attended a two-day basic Ozone Therapy training program (September 28–29, 2024).
AWARDS AND HONORS
• First place in the State Group-Level Yoga-Asana Competition (2004) at SDM College of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences, Ujire.
• Third place in the District Group-Level Yoga Competition (2004) at Ramanjaneya Vayamashala, Moodabidri, Karnataka.
• Active participation in the National-Level Yoga-Asana Competition (October 2004) held in Amritsar, showcasing dedication to yoga on a national platform.