Dr. Harsha Gramminger - Germany

Abstract of the presentation

Integrating Ayurveda Into Acute Psychiatric Care in Germany

Branch: Ayurveda (MD, specialist of Ayurveda, author, speaker)

Recording

This presentation marks a pioneering initiative in the integration of Ayurveda into an acute psychiatric hospital in Zschadraß, Germany, led by Prof. Dr. Dr. Stefan Brunnhuber. As a leading figure in the field, Prof. Brunnhuber has placed his trust in Ayurveda—an ancient holistic medical science—to offer cost-effective solutions and bring lasting benefits to patients by reducing the need for allopathic medications. One significant aspect of cost reduction comes through the implementation of Shodana procedures, which promote detoxification and reduce the frequency of hospitalizations for patients. A unique feature of this initiative in Zschadraß is that the entire hospital staff has undergone Ayurvedic training, creating a cohesive and supportive environment for holistic patient care.

This presentation will illustrate how Ayurveda’s personalized, preventive approach, encompassing lifestyle modifications, herbal treatments, mind-body therapies, and detoxification practices, can complement and enhance conventional psychiatric care. Practical aspects of integrating Ayurvedic protocols, collaboration between Ayurvedic practitioners and psychiatric teams, and the challenges encountered during implementation will be discussed. Clinical outcomes, patient feedback, and initial pilot data will provide insights into the transformative potential of this integrative approach. By demonstrating the application of Ayurveda in this setting, the presentation aims to show how similar integration can be successfully achieved in other psychiatric hospitals, ultimately improving patient well-being and healthcare sustainability.

Curriculum vitae

Dr. Harsha Gramminger M.D., Ayurveda expert, Author, speaker, expert of Vital Leadership Educational background: Diplom Industrial engineer, Technical University Cologne Study of Economics, University of Augsburg and Frankfurt Doctor of Medicine, University of Hamburg Doctoral Thesis on “Auxiliary liver cell transplantation to demonstrate the function of localization of transplanted hepatocytes” Training in Kolkata, India with Prof. Pratibh Debnath from Roy State College in inner medicine, Surgery, gynecology Training in Albuquerque USA and Pune India with Dr. Vasant Lad Training in Meditation techniques at Osho Commune Pune, India Professional background: Resident doctor over 3 years in Varese, Italy with Ayurvedic treatments Additional training in psychotherapy Since 1992 own Ayurveda Medical practice in Italy Varese and Germany Cologne Own Panchakarma Clinic in Germany until 2018 Training of doctors and therapists in Italy and Germany in own Ayurvedic Academy Close cooperation with Dr. Vasant Lad, Albuquerque U.S.A. Consultancy for executives and companies Conducting Seminars for entrepreneurs and in companies Visiting medical doctor at Ashoka Ayurveda, Madeira Project manager of integrating Ayurveda in a public acute psychiatric hospital Political activities: First president of European Ayurveda Association (2007-2020) President of European Ayurveda Association 2024 Member of EMA (European Medical Association) Member of ANME (Association of Natural Medicine Europe)

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