American Academy For Yoga in Medicine

Memphis VA first in VA MidSouth Healthcare Network to complete a Barostim implant procedure

Dr. Indranill Basu-Ray, cardiologist & cardiac electrophysiologist, director of the clinical cardiac electrophysiology laboratory and cardiovascular research at the Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr. VA Medical Center, along with Dr. James Blatchford, cardiovascular surgeon, implanted the first Barostim device. 

Yoga for Cardiovascular Disease and Rehabilitation

Integrating Complementary Medicine into Cardiovascular Medicine
Discover how yoga can transform heart health with Yoga for Cardiovascular Disease and Rehabilitation, a groundbreaking publication by Elsevier. This book merges ancient yogic wisdom with modern cardiovascular medicine, providing scientific evidence of yoga and meditation’s profound impact on preventing and managing heart diseases.

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Advance Your Research Skills with AAYM Fellowship!

Elevate your career in integrative medicine and biomedical research with the 6-Month Advanced Biomedical Research and Statistics Fellowship by the American Academy for Yoga in Medicine (AAYM)!

Course Launch: December 26, 2024
Registration Deadline: December 22, 2024

Call for Abstracts: Integrative Medicine Research Festival

The American Academy for Yoga in Medicine (AAYM) is thrilled to invite you to the Integrative Medicine Research Festival!          

This event is a unique opportunity for researchers, practitioners, and scholars to submit their abstracts and present pioneering work in integrative medicine, with a focus on yoga, holistic health, and wellness practices. 

 Accepted abstracts may be published in the conference proceedings, offering a platform to share your insights with a broader audience and make a valuable contribution to the evolving field of integrative medicine.

Don’t miss out! Submit your abstract today and be part of an inspiring event filled with innovation and collaboration. 

AAYM Proudly Presents

The Integrative Medicine Research Festival

Meet The Chairperson

Prof. Bhushan Patwardhan, PhD, FNASc, FAMS

Dr. Manjunath N K, PhD

Prof. (Dr.) Jon Wardle

Invited Speakers

Join Us at the Yoga and Research Festival 2024!

Don’t wait to secure your spot! Limited seats available—hurry and register now to be part of this transformative event! This is your chance to learn from world-class experts, dive into cutting-edge research, and become the best version of yourself through the power of yoga.

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Meet The Founder

Dr. Indranill Basu-Ray

MD(Med), DNB (Card), FACP, FACC PHYSICIAN SCIENTIST VEDANTIST SPIRITUALIST MEDITATOR YOGI

Dr. Indranill Basu-Ray, a distinguished figure in the realm of Yoga Medicine, is the eminent founder of our esteemed organization. Renowned for his expertise as a Cardiologist and Cardiac Electrophysiologist with affiliations at the Memphis VA Hospital and The University of Memphis, TN, he extends his acumen as a Visiting Professor of Cardiology and leads the innovative division of Integrative Cardiology at AIIMS, Rishikesh, India.

Dr. Indranill Basu-Ray
MD(Med), DNS(Card), FACP, FACC

Meet The Mentor

Prof .(Dr.) Pradeep. M.K. Nair

BNYS, MSc (Clin. Res), PhD (Health Science) Chief Medical Officer& Head, Research& Development Mirakle Integrated Health Center, Pollachi, Coimbatore

Dr. Pradeep MK Nair is Chief Medical Officer and Head of Research and development at Mirakle Integrated Health Center, India’s first Integrative Oncology Hospital and the Director of Indian Academy for Scientific Writing and Research, Pune. He was formerly a Professor & Head of Research at SantHiradaram Medical College of Naturopathy & Yogic Sciences for Women, Bhopal. He was the first head of the Research and Development Department of the National Institute of Naturopathy, Govt of India and has worked in various collaborative research projects with institutes of repute. He is one of the renowned researchers in the field of Naturopathy and yoga who has authored more than 70 research papers in peer-reviewed international journals, as well as 23 chapters in National and International textbooks. He also authored a textbook “The Scientific Naturopath: A leap into the evidence behind naturopathy philosophies” and edited two text books, “The Clinical Naturopathy’ and “Medical Ozone Therapy”.   

He is the first BNYS graduate from India to have a publication in British Medical Journal. He was recognized as a youth icon for the year 2017 by the Indian Naturopathy and Yoga Graduates’ Medical Association for his contributions to the field of research in yoga and Naturopathy. His research areas of interest include epistemology in Naturopathy, fasting, biorhythms, gut flora, medical ozone therapy and public health.

Medical Director- Research & Fellowships, American Academy for Yoga in Medicine, Tennessee, USA

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Supporting Holistic Health

Our Expertise

At AAym, we fuse the ancient wisdom of yoga with modern scientific understanding to offer specialized online yoga classes that cater to various health concerns. Our expert-led sessions are designed to provide support, healing, and wellness, easily accessible from your home.

Empower Your Healing Journey with Yoga for Cancer

Experience transformative healing with our Yoga for Cancer classes. Designed to nurture both body and spirit during and after treatment, our gentle sequences help ease treatment side effects and boost your inner strength. Join us to rediscover balance and vitality.

Revitalize Your Health with Yoga for Diabetes

Unlock new levels of well-being with our Yoga for Diabetes program. Our specialized routines are crafted to support metabolic health and enhance your energy levels, making them a powerful addition to your diabetes management plan. Feel empowered and rejuvenated with every session.

Elevate Your Emotional Well-Being with Yoga for Mental Health

Discover profound mental wellness with our Yoga for Mental Health series. Through thoughtful poses and deep breathing exercises, we aim to reduce stress and foster emotional balance, helping you achieve a state of tranquility and resilience.

Boost Your Heart Health with Yoga for Cardiovascular Wellness

Transform your cardiovascular health with our Yoga for Heart sessions. Our targeted practices are designed to improve circulation, lower blood pressure, and deliver soothing relaxation to your heart and vascular system. Embrace a healthier, more vibrant you.

Unwind and De-Stress with Yoga for Stress Relief

Release the weight of daily pressures with our Yoga for Stress Relief classes. Experience the profound relaxation and mental clarity yoga provides, equipping you with effective techniques to manage stress and rejuvenate your mind and body.

Visionaries Behind Our Journey


Explore the wisdom and expertise of our esteemed mentors guiding us toward excellence.

Dr. Venugopal Vijayakumar, PhD

Assistant Medical Officer/Lecturer at Govt. Yoga & Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai

Ms. Nivedita Bhide
Ms. Nivedita Bhide

Nivedita Bhide, awarded Padma Shri, is a social worker and author, promoting Swami Vivekananda’s teachings globally.

Maharaja Dr Karan Singh
Karan Singh was born in Cannes, France, into the Dogra dynasty. He was the only son of Maharaja Hari Singh, the ruling Maharaja of the Kingdom of Jammu and Kashmir.
Dr. David Frawley
Dr. David Frawley

Dr. David Frawley, the renowned Vedic teacher, was honored with Padma Bhushan for his vast work in Vedic sciences and Ayurveda.

Yoga is the journey of the self, through the self, to the self.
Bhagwad Gita
Shrimad Bhadwad Gita 6.20
Sri Krishna

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Embracing Tradition, Enhancing Well-being: Our Collaboration with Yoga.in

We are thrilled to announce our collaboration with Yoga.in, a platform dedicated to making the transformative power of yoga accessible to everyone. At Yoga.in, we embrace the ancient wisdom of yoga to bring balance, peace, and well-being to modern lifestyles. Join us in fostering unity and harmony among yoga practitioners across India, and experience the profound benefits of this holistic practice. Together, let’s catalyze positive change in our communities.

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American Academy for Yoga in Medicine is a not for profit organization for physicians, researchers, medical professional and practitioners of yoga and meditation. The organization is dedicated to education, learning and research on the use of yoga and meditation to make our planet a better place to live.