Yoga & Ayurveda Mechanisms Neuroscience & Mental Health Cardiopulmonary & Metabolic Health Oncology & Immunology Diagnostics, Wearables & AI Chronic Disease & Rehabilitatio Women’s and Pediatric Health Public Health & Integrative Policy Traditional Medicine & Evidence-Based Practices

Share your research with global experts in integrative and preventive medicine. Get your abstract published in leading international journals. Network with physicians, researchers, and innovators shaping the future of healthcare. Enhance your academic profile and professional visibility.

Pharmaceutical & Nutraceutical Companies Medical Device & Digital Health Innovators Research Institutions & Wellness Tech Brands Integrative Medicine Promoters & Collaborators

Network with global experts & policymakers Reach healthcare professionals shaping tomorrow’s therapies Strengthen brand trust through scientific credibility

Scientific deliberations and in-depth discussions on Yoga, Ayurveda, and other integrative therapeutic modalities. Workshops and teaching sessions tailored for medical professionals, clinicians, and researchers. Hands-on practical training sessions in integrative health approaches. Panel discussions featuring global experts, researchers, and leading authors in the field. Official release of guidelines on the integration of Yoga and Ayurveda with modern medicine. Book launches by distinguished contributors and experts in integrative medicine. Poster and abstract presentations showcasing the latest research in integrative medicine and allied sciences. Evaluation of modern wearables and digital health tools for health monitoring, early disease detection, and wellness optimization. Panel Topics addressing critical issues such as the convergence of traditional and modern medicine, integrative oncology, mental health, neurophysiology of yoga, regulatory pathways, global health policy, and technology-enabled healthcare. Thematic Topics spanning mind–body physiology, mechanisms of yoga and Ayurveda, chronic disease management, lifestyle medicine, integrative rehabilitation, precision medicine, women’s health, geriatric care, and innovations in diagnostics.

Bridging Traditional and Modern Medicine Harmonizing evidence-based traditional healing systems with contemporary biomedical frameworks. Neurophysiology of Yoga and Ayurveda Exploring brain mechanisms, neuroplasticity, stress physiology, and mind–body interactions. Integrative Mental Health Yoga, Ayurveda, mindfulness, and digital therapeutics in managing depression, anxiety, PTSD, addiction, and neuropsychiatric disorders. Integrative Oncology Supportive care, symptom reduction, lifestyle interventions, and biological mechanisms. Cardiopulmonary Health & Rehabilitation Yoga and Ayurveda in cardiac surgery recovery, COPD, asthma, hypertension, and heart–brain interactions. Women’s Health & Reproductive Medicine Fertility, pregnancy, menopause, PCOS, hormonal regulation, and preventive practices. Geriatric Health & Healthy Aging Integrative approaches for longevity, cognitive preservation, frailty reduction, and metabolic resilience. Pediatric Integrative Medicine non-pharmacological strategies for neurodevelopment, respiratory issues, and postoperative recovery. Precision Medicine & Biomarker Discovery Genomics, proteomics, metabolomics, and biological signatures of Yoga and Ayurveda interventions. Wearable Technologies & Digital Health in Integrative Medicine Early disease detection, real-time monitoring, AI-based prediction, and population-level wellness. Policy, Regulation & Global Health Frameworks Legal pathways, ethical considerations, quality control, and strategies for global adoption of integrative healthcare. Education & Curriculum Development Training standards, evidence-informed teaching models, and integration into mainstream medical education.

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GLOBAL INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE CONGRESS 2026

A Conference of Biology and Clinical Applications of Yoga, Ayurveda & Integrative Therapies, Diagnostics and Rehabilitation

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OVERVIEW

The American Academy for Yoga in Medicine (AAYM) will host a Conference on Yoga, Ayurveda & Integrative Therapies for Chronic Diseases & Public Health in Memphis, Tennessee, USA.

Discover a transformative learning experience at the Integrative Medicine Conference, where modern clinical science meets evidence-based holistic healing. This program brings together leading physicians, researchers, and wellness practitioners to explore innovative approaches that support whole-person health.

The Integrative Medicine Conference will unite conventional care with preventive and evidence-based complementary therapies, addressing the mind, body, and spirit as an interconnected whole. By combining clinical expertise with cutting-edge research, it aims to advance patient outcomes and promote lifelong well-being.

Call for Abstracts

We invite high-quality research abstracts across all domains of integrative medicine, including Yoga, Ayurveda, clinical applications, diagnostics, rehabilitation, and emerging technologies. Share your research, innovation, or clinical experience with an international audience of medical professionals, scientists, and integrative health experts.

Abstracts Categories

Yoga & Ayurveda Mechanisms
Neuroscience & Mental Health
Cardiopulmonary & Metabolic Health
Oncology & Immunology
Diagnostics, Wearables & AI
Chronic Disease & Rehabilitatio
Women’s and Pediatric Health
Public Health & Integrative Policy
Traditional Medicine & Evidence-Based Practices

Why Submit?

Share your research with global experts in integrative and preventive medicine.
Get your abstract published in leading international journals.
Network with physicians, researchers, and innovators shaping the future of healthcare.
Enhance your academic profile and professional visibility.

Exclusive Abstract Submission Link Only for Invited Foreign Speakers

A premier exhibition opportunity at the Global Integrative Medicine Congress 2026

This is more than a conference, it’s a convergence of medical innovation, research, and real-world impact.
Showcase your pharmaceutical solutions, wellness technologies, or diagnostic tools to an elite audience of doctors, scientists, and global health influencers exploring new models of integrative care.

Who Should Exhibit

Pharmaceutical & Nutraceutical Companies
Medical Device & Digital Health Innovators
Research Institutions & Wellness Tech Brands
Integrative Medicine Promoters & Collaborators

Why Join ?

Network with global experts & policymakers
Reach healthcare professionals shaping tomorrow’s therapies
Strengthen brand trust through scientific credibility

Exhibit • Sponsor • Shine at the Global Integrative Medicine Congress 2026

A convergence of modern science and wisdom — where the world’s leading experts in Yoga, Ayurveda, and Integrative Medicine come together to shape the future of healthcare.

✨ Why Participate?

Unmatched Visibility: Engage directly with leading physicians, researchers, policymakers, and wellness innovators.
Prestige & Partnerships: Showcase your innovations alongside top global brands and academic leaders.
Cross-disciplinary Reach: From pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals to wearable health tech and research institutions, connect with audiences that matter.
Exclusive Networking: Be part of curated discussions with global experts driving change in chronic disease management and public health.

Venue: Memphis, Tennessee, USA

The conference will be held in Memphis, one of the oldest towns in America, famously known as the home of the legendary singer Elvis Presley. Memphis offers a beautiful spring climate, with average daytime temperatures between 68°F and 75°F (20°C to 24°C) — neither too cold nor too hot — making it an ideal setting for this global event. It is also the headquarters of FedEx, representing the city’s international reach and dynamic modern character.

Conference Objectives

The conference aims to bridge the gap between traditional wisdom and modern medical science through the following key objectives:

Bring global experts onto a single platform to foster collaboration in Yoga, Ayurveda, Integrative Medicine, diagnostics, and cutting-edge health technologies.
Release official guidelines for the integration of Yoga, Ayurveda, and modern medical science for researchers, clinicians, and institutions in the USA and worldwide
Present the latest research on Yoga, Ayurveda, Integrative Medicine, mind–body medicine, biology, diagnostics, rehabilitation, integrative gastroenterology, the gut–brain axis, Psycho–Neuro–Immuno–Endocrinology (PNIE), Women’s Health, and Doctor’s Health programs.
Develop evidence-based protocols for diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular disorders, metabolic conditions, neurological disorders, endocrine issues, and stress-related diseases.
Teach therapeutic applications of integrated approaches across medical disciplines, showcasing how Yoga and Ayurveda can complement allopathic treatment pathways.
Conduct panel discussions on the incorporation of Integrative Medicine within mainstream medical practice, hospital systems, and public health frameworks.
Host interactive “one-to-one practice” sessions demonstrating clinically relevant and practical integration techniques in Yoga therapy, Ayurvedic interventions, and rehabilitation sciences.

Program Highlights

Scientific deliberations and in-depth discussions on Yoga, Ayurveda, and other integrative therapeutic modalities.
Workshops and teaching sessions tailored for medical professionals, clinicians, and researchers.
Hands-on practical training sessions in integrative health approaches.
Panel discussions featuring global experts, researchers, and leading authors in the field.
Official release of guidelines on the integration of Yoga and Ayurveda with modern medicine.
Book launches by distinguished contributors and experts in integrative medicine.
Poster and abstract presentations showcasing the latest research in integrative medicine and allied sciences.
Evaluation of modern wearables and digital health tools for health monitoring, early disease detection, and wellness optimization.
Panel Topics addressing critical issues such as the convergence of traditional and modern medicine, integrative oncology, mental health, neurophysiology of yoga, regulatory pathways, global health policy, and technology-enabled healthcare.
Thematic Topics spanning mind–body physiology, mechanisms of yoga and Ayurveda, chronic disease management, lifestyle medicine, integrative rehabilitation, precision medicine, women’s health, geriatric care, and innovations in diagnostics.

Panel Discussion

Bridging Traditional and Modern Medicine
Harmonizing evidence-based traditional healing systems with contemporary biomedical frameworks.
Neurophysiology of Yoga and Ayurveda
Exploring brain mechanisms, neuroplasticity, stress physiology, and mind–body interactions.
Integrative Mental Health
Yoga, Ayurveda, mindfulness, and digital therapeutics in managing depression, anxiety, PTSD, addiction, and neuropsychiatric disorders.
Integrative Oncology
Supportive care, symptom reduction, lifestyle interventions, and biological mechanisms.
Cardiopulmonary Health & Rehabilitation
Yoga and Ayurveda in cardiac surgery recovery, COPD, asthma, hypertension, and heart–brain interactions.
Women’s Health & Reproductive Medicine
Fertility, pregnancy, menopause, PCOS, hormonal regulation, and preventive practices.
Geriatric Health & Healthy Aging
Integrative approaches for longevity, cognitive preservation, frailty reduction, and metabolic resilience.
Pediatric Integrative Medicine
non-pharmacological strategies for neurodevelopment, respiratory issues, and postoperative recovery.
Precision Medicine & Biomarker Discovery
Genomics, proteomics, metabolomics, and biological signatures of Yoga and Ayurveda interventions.
Wearable Technologies & Digital Health in Integrative Medicine
Early disease detection, real-time monitoring, AI-based prediction, and population-level wellness.
Policy, Regulation & Global Health Frameworks
Legal pathways, ethical considerations, quality control, and strategies for global adoption of integrative healthcare.
Education & Curriculum Development
Training standards, evidence-informed teaching models, and integration into mainstream medical education.

MEET THE CHAIRMAN & PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Indranill Basu-Ray, MD,
DNB (Card), FACP, FACC, D.Sc. (Honoris Causa)

Indranill Basu-Ray, MD, DNB (Card), FACP, FACC, D.Sc. (Honoris Causa)

Cardiologist and Interventional Cardiac Electrophysiologist Director, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology Laboratory Director, Cardiovascular Research & Innovations Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr. VA Medical Center, Memphis, Tennessee, USA Adjunct Professor, School of Public Health, University of Memphis, Tennessee, USA Chairman, American Academy for Yoga in Medicine

MEET THE CO-CHAIRMAN

Manoj Jain, MD, MPH

President & Founder, Mid-South Infectious Disease Associates (MIDA); Clinical
Associate Professor, University of Tennessee Memphis & Adjunct Professor, Rollins
School of Public Health, Emory University

Thomas Abraham, PhD

Founder & Chair, Global Organization of People of Indian Origin (GOPIO)
He is a global leader and pioneer in mobilizing the Indian diaspora, founder of GOPIO with chapters in 50+ countries. A metallurgist turned community organizer, he has received the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman and Bharatvanshi Gaurav Award for his decades of service to overseas Indians.

Sutirtha Bhattacharya, IAS (Retd.)

Mr. Sutirtha Bhattacharya, a distinguished 1985 IAS officer, is known for his leadership
in India’s energy, infrastructure, and public policy sectors. Former CMD of Coal India
and Singareni Collieries, he is recognized for driving reforms in sustainability,
governance, and health policy.

Amit Chakraborty, MD, MS, FRCS, FICS

President, American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI)
He is a distinguished urologist and President of AAPI, known for over two decades of
leadership promoting unity, transparency, and global health collaborations. Originally
from Odisha and based in Alabama, he has received AAPI’s Distinguished Service
Award for his philanthropic contributions.

CO - PROGRAM DIRECTOR & ASSISTANT PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Bhushan Patwardhan, PhD, FNASc

A leading biomedical scientist and academic leader with over four decades of experience, Dr. Patwardhan is National Research Professor under the Ministry of AYUSH and Distinguished Professor at the Interdisciplinary School of Health Sciences, Savitribai Phule Pune University. He also serves as Adjunct Professor at the National Institute of Complementary Medicine, Western Sydney University, Australia. His work spans Ayurveda, integrative medicine, and ethnopharmacology.

Manjunath N. K., MD

Pro-Vice-Chancellor and Director of Research & International Affairs at S-VYASA University, Bangalore, Dr. Manjunath is a leading figure in Yoga science, education, and integrative medicine. He holds a B.N.Y.S. from Mangalore University, a Ph.D. in Geriatric Medicine & Yoga from S-VYASA, and an honorary D.Sc. for his contributions to Yoga research.

Pankaj K. Vij, MD, FACP

M.D., FACP, DipABLM is a physician, author, and global leader in lifestyle and integrative medicine. A graduate of AIIMS, New Delhi, he serves as Medical Director of Lifestyle Medicine and Disease Reversal at Kaiser Permanente, Northern California. He is the author of Turbo Metabolism: 8 Weeks to a New You and founder of the wellness initiative Crack the Wellness Code. A past president of AAPI, Dr. Vij is dedicated to advancing holistic, evidence-based approaches for preventing and reversing chronic diseases.

Akshay Anand, PhD, DSc, FIAN

Professor in the Department of Neurology and Head of the CCRYN Center for Mind-Body Interventions through Yoga at PGIMER, Chandigarh. Dr. Anand is renowned for his work integrating Yoga, molecular biology, and neuroscience, particularly in neurodegenerative disorders. He also serves as Adjunct Faculty in the Department of Philosophy at Panjab University and as Editor-in-Chief of Annals of Neurosciences and Integrative Medicine Case Reports.

Puneet Misra, MD, MPH (USA)

Professor at the Centre for Community Medicine, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi. A distinguished public health expert with over three decades of experience, Dr. Misra holds an MD, MPH (USA), and works in the area of Integrative Medicine. He is a Fellow of IPHA, IAPSM, and WHO.
He has contributed extensively to research and policy in non-communicable diseases, epidemiology, lifestyle medicine, holistic health, Yoga, Integrative Medicine, and public health interventions.

B. N. Gangadhar, MD

A distinguished psychiatrist and the current Distinguished Scientist Chair at the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India. He formerly served as Director of NIMHANS (National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences) and Chairman of the National Medical Commission (NMC). With decades of academic and clinical experience as a Senior Professor of Psychiatry at NIMHANS, Dr. Gangadhar has been a leading voice in integrating mental health, yoga, and neuroscience in medical research and education.

Prof. Pradeep Nair, BNYS, PhD

Prof.(Dr.) Nair is the Medical Director of Fellowships & Research and is also the Medical Director and Cheif Scientist at Mirakle integrated Health Centre, India’s largest integrative oncology hospital. He was the former Professor & Head of Research at Sant Hiradaram Medical College, 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

American Academy For Yoga in Medicine

GLOBAL INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE CONGRESS 2026

A Conference of Biology and Clinical Applications of Yoga, Ayurveda & Integrative Therapies, Diagnostics and Rehabilitation

Get Early Bird Registration

Count Every Second Until Conference

A premier exhibition opportunity at the Global Integrative Medicine Congress 2026

Exhibit • Sponsor • Shine at the Global Integrative Medicine Congress 2026

MEET THE CHAIRMAN & PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Indranill Basu-Ray, MD, DNB (Card), FACP, FACC, D.Sc. (Honoris Causa)

Indranill Basu-Ray, MD, DNB (Card), FACP, FACC, D.Sc. (Honoris Causa)

MEET THE CO-CHAIRMAN

Manoj Jain, MD, MPH

Thomas Abraham, PhD

Sutirtha Bhattacharya, IAS (Retd.)

Amit Chakraborty, MD, MS, FRCS, FICS

CO - PROGRAM DIRECTOR & ASSISTANT PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Bhushan Patwardhan, PhD, FNASc

Manjunath N. K., MD

Pankaj K. Vij, MD, FACP

Akshay Anand, PhD, DSc, FIAN

Puneet Misra, MD, MPH (USA)

B. N. Gangadhar, MD

Prof. Pradeep Nair, BNYS, PhD

Indranill Basu-Ray, MD,
DNB (Card), FACP, FACC, D.Sc. (Honoris Causa)