Diabetes is NOT a One-Way Trip!

Dr. S.R. Aravind is one of the leading Diabetes and Endocrinology experts in the country with over 30 years of experience. Dr. Aravind is the Chairman & Managing Director of Diacon Hospital (Diabetes Care & Research Centre) and has previously practised at some of the leading hospitals in the country.

He completed his MBBS from Bangalore Medical College and has done DNB in Internal Medicine and Diploma in Hospital Administration. Dr. Aravind has a Fellowship in Diabetology from the Diabetes Research Center, Madras and has gone on to complete FRCP (Glasgow), FRCP (Edinburgh) and FRSSDI.

Dr. Aravind has held several leading positions in the Diabetes domain in India, including President, Diabetes India, Ex-President, Research Society for Study of Diabetes in India (RSSDI); Secretary General, Diabetes India; Ex-Chairman, Karnataka, RSSDI and Founder Member, Diabetic Foot Society of India amongst others.

Dr. Chhavi Mehra is a Senior Internal Medicine specialist with over 25 years of experience, with a special interest in treating chronic conditions. She has practised as a Consultant in California, USA for over 10 years and has been associated with leading Specialty chains in India.

She completed her MBBS from JLN Medical College & Hospital, Ajmer and MD, Residency, Internal Medicine from Alameda County Medical Centre, University of California, USA.

Dr. Mehra has a vast experience in diagnosing and medically treating all kinds of ailments and medical conditions like diabetes, hypertension, thyroid disorders, asthma, cholesterol-related issues, emphysema and other chronic medical conditions in patients of all ages. As a renowned Internal Medicine Specialist in Bangalore, she is also skilled at identifying and treating metabolic problems and offers medication, nutrition, diet and lifestyle plans to her patients. She is known for her scientific evidence-based and holistic approach to cure.

Dr Srinath Aswathiah, MD(Gen Med),MRCP(UK),MRCP(ENDO),CCT-UK(D&E),FRCP(LONDON) with 25+ years of experience.

Consultant Endocrinologist at BGS Hospital, Bangalore Since Dec 2016

Former Consultant Endocrinologist at Kings College Hospital, London 2014-2016

Following Post-Graduation in General Medicine in INDIA he completed his Specialist Training in Diabetes & Endocrinology from South East LONDON Deanery.

He has several publications to his accreditation & received best trainer award for South London Trainees in 2016.

Dr. Chandrika KM is a Diabetologist and Endocrinologist specialist with over 23 years of experience. Dr. Chandrika has practised at leading hospitals, including Narayana Hrudayalaya, Vikram Hospital and speciality diabetes care centers such as Samatvam Endocrinology Diabetes Center.

She completed her MBBS from Karnataka University, Fellowship in Diabetes and Metabolism from Narayana Hrudayalaya Institute, Bangalore and Post Graduate Diploma in Diabetology (PGDD) from Manipal University. She has been awarded the Distinguished Fellow of the American College of Endocrinology (FACE). She has also been a Visiting Clinician at Mayo Clinic, Rochester (USA).

Dr. Chandrika strongly believes in minimal medication and practices evidence-based medicine. She strives to provide quality health care for all and promotes and propagates holistic health. She has had the opportunity to work with diverse populations across the country and believes in Preventive health care for non-communicable diseases.

Dr. Usha Hullahalli Vasudeva Rao is a Family Medicine Specialist and has an experience of over 19 years, with a special interest in Diabetes management and primary care for lifestyle diseases. Dr. Usha has worked in renowned hospitals such as Manipal Hospital in Bangalore and Al Ahalia Hospital and Eastern Ahalia Medical Centre-Abu Dhabi, UAE.

She completed her MBBS from Bangalore Medical College and DNB in Family Medicine from St. Philomenas Hospital.

She treats all common medical and surgical conditions. She is good at listening to the problems of the patients and provides appropriate treatment and guidance.

Dr. Mohammad Suleman Hussain is a Consultant Diabetologist & Thyroid Specialist based at Hyderabad. As a Diabetologist he is vastly experienced with over 13 years in treating Diabetes and has helped over 25,000 patients till date. Apart from working in various standalone Diabetes clinics he is a well known Diabetes Reversal Consultant across various online Diabetes Reversal programs. Dr. Mohammad has done his M.B.B.S. from the Deccan College of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad and has done his Post Graduate Diploma in Endocrinology and Diabetes from the Barts And The London School Of Medicine, London, one of the oldest Schools of Medicine under Queen Mary University of London, UK. He also has done a Post Graduate Diploma in Clinical Endocrinology and Diabetes from Royal College of Physicians & Diploma In Diabetology from the Medvarsity Apollo Institute, a teaching facility of Apollo Hospitals. Apart from these he has undergone various training programs in the field of Diabetes from institutes like Harvard Medical School, Cleveland Clinic(USA). Dr. Mohammad had been associated with standalone diabetes hospitals like Apollo Sugar Clinic, Lifespan Diabetes And Metabolic Clinic, Koya Diabetes Care, Diabetacare Diabetes Clinic, Idea Diabetes & Endocrine Clinics and Farishta Diabetic Centre in the past. He has an experience of over 13 years in the field of Diabetes and has a vast experience in treating both Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes patients. His areas of interest includes Diabetes, Obesity and Thyroid Disorders. He aspires to come out with service which provides ethical practice incorporated with quality and affordability to the people in need.

Dr. Hardik Bambhania, a consultant Physician and Diabetologist with a total experience of over 13 years, is passionate about prevention, reversal and management of Diabetes, obesity and other lifestyle disorders. He finds it most rewarding to motivate and educate his patients to lead a healthy, active and addiction-free lifestyle. After earning an MBBS degree in 2009, he pursued DNB (MD) in Family Medicine and specializes in prevention and management of Diabetes and its complications.

Dr Dutta is a registered medical practitioner with more than 18 years of expertise . She passed her MBBS in 1 st class from Guwahati Medical College , Assam and did her DNB from St Marthas hospital Bangalore.She has worked in various leading hospitals to corporate healthcare. She had extensive experience in leading preventative health programs. She practises general medicine and can treat all medical and surgical conditions. Care with empathy, practising evidence based medicine and prevention before cure are her core beliefs.

Rekha Prabhu is a Masters in Food Science & Nutrition with over 19 years of experience. Rekha has been affiliated with Cure.fit in the past as lead Clinical Nutritionist and has also worked with Sagar Apollo Hospitals in multiple functions related to health such as Diabetes care and health and well being. She believes in learning new things and is currently also pursuing her Post Graduation in Mental Health from CMC Vellore. Her extensive clinical experience is well rounded up with specialized training in Fitness, Nutrition, Mindfulness and behavioral habit formation techniques.

Rekha is a Life member of the IDA, NSI and IAPEN and has worked towards community nutrition and corporate sectors.

She is fluent in English, Hindi, Kannnada and Konkani and is adept with knowledge across all kinds of cuisines. In her free time she enjoys practicing yoga being a certified yoga educator and loves reading, cooking a storm in the kitchen with her boys and enjoying outdoor trekking and sports.

Annie Mattilda is a MSc in Food Science & Nutrition and a Certified Diabetes Educator with over 10 years of experience. She has been affiliated as a lead Nutritionist with Cure.fit in the past as well as with St. John's Medical College Hospital and Research Institute in multiple functions related to Diabetes and lifestyle disorders, Renal complications, Liver diseases and Auto-immune disorders amongst others. Her extensive clinical experience is well rounded up with specialized training in Fitness, Nutrition, Mindfulness and behavioral habit formation techniques.

Annie is a life member of the Indian Dietetic Association and Nutrition Society of India and has received 2 Gold Medals for academic excellence from University of Mysore. She also has certification on Health Research Methods and Renal Nutrition and Metabolism. She has publications in renowned journals and scientifc papers such as 'Perspectives in Diabetes. Past, Present and Future' and was the sole Indian participant for the Delphi survey and contributor for multiple studies. Her work on creating Indian phosphorus pyramid has been submitted for approval from IAP under the study 'Phosphate intake and role of a "stuctured dietary phosphate education" in the management of hyperphosphatemia in Pediatric Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)- A Prospective study

Annie is fluent in English, Kannada, Hindi and Tamil and is adept with knowledge across South indian, North indian, Vegan, Keto and most western cuisines. In her free time she prefers spending time with her daughter and dogs and keeps herself engaged with baking healthy recipes, DIY projects and making handmade jewellery.

Venus Singh is a MSc in Foods and Nutritional Sciences specialised in Dietetics with over 9 years of experience. She has been affiliated with UNICEF, CHAI , Diabetic clinic, AIIMS in multiple functions related to health such as metabolic disorders, maternal health and nutrition. Her extensive clinical experience is well rounded up with specialized training in Fitness, Nutrition, Mindfulness and behavioral habit formation techniques. Venus is a lifetime member of the NSI, IDA and has won a scholarship in foods and nutrition.

Laxmi Kulkarni is a M.Sc. in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics and certified Diabetes Educator with over 10 years of experience. She has been affiliated with Possible (previously Truweight Wellness), HealthifyMe, GOQii in multiple functions related to health such as Diabetes Nutritionist and an Ayurvedic Doctor, Health Consultant and Lifestyle Coach. Her extensive clinical experience is well rounded up with specialized training in Fitness, Nutrition, Mindfulness and behavioral habit formation techniques. Laxmi Kulkarni is a member of the IAPEN and AYUSH Board. She is also a Sports Nutritionist. She has publications in renowned journals and scientific papers such as ACTA Scientific Nutritional Health. Laxmi Kulkarni is fluent in Kannada, English, Hindi and is adept with knowledge across South Indian, North Indian, Vegan, Renal. In her free time, she keeps herself engaged with spending time with her kids and trying new and exotic cuisines. She is also a fitness enthusiast.

Diti Bakhtiani is a PGD in Nutrition & Dietetics and a Certified Diabetes Educator with over 7 of experience. She has been affiliated with Fortis, Danone Nutricia and Healthspring in the past across multiple areas in health, with a special focus on Diabetes. Her extensive clinical experience is well rounded up with specialized trainings in Fitness, Nutrition, Mindfulness and behavioral habit formation techniques.

Diti is an active member of the IDA. She is fluent in English, Hindi and Sindhi and is adept with nutritional knowledge across different cuisines from across the north and south regions. In her free time, she keeps herself engaged with fitness activities, exploring new places and listening to music.

Priyanka Nahar is a PG Diploma in Nutrition & Dietitics and a Certified Diabetes Educator with over 11 of experience. She has been affiliated with institutions such as Talwalkar's and CRO in the past across multiple areas related to clinical health care such as Diabetes, Sports Nutrition, Post Delivery Nutrition, Obesity and all lifestyle related disorders. Her extensive clinical experience is well rounded up with specialized trainings in Fitness, Nutrition, Mindfulness and behavioral habit formation techniques.

Priyanka is a member of the IDA and K11 certified personal trainer too. She is fluent in English, Hindi and Marathi and is adept with nutritional knowledge across different cuisines. In her free time, she keeps likes to travel and explore new places.

Vanitha D is a MSc in Dietetics & Food Service Management and a Certified Diabetes Educator with over 15 of experience. She has been affiliated with major institutions in the past such as Mallya Hospital, Wockhardt Hospital, BGS Global Hospital, M V Diabetes Clinic, Panacea Hospital, Nandana Health Care, Sympatica and more across multiple disciplines of Diabetes management and clinical health care. Her extensive clinical experience is well rounded up with specialized trainings in Fitness, Nutrition, Mindfulness and behavioral habit formation techniques.

Vanitha is a member of the IDA and IAPEN. She is fluent in English, Kannada, Hindi, Telugu and Tamil and is adept with nutritional knowledge across different cuisines from across geographies in India. In her free time, she keeps herself engaged with gardening and painting.

Uma Jayasimha is a MSc (DFSM) in Dietetics & Food Service Management and a Certified Diabetes Educator with over 13 of experience. She has been affiliated with Mallya hospital, Suguna Hospital, Twin health and Krupa Healthcare in the past. Her extensive clinical experience is well rounded up with specialized trainings in Fitness, Nutrition, Mindfulness and behavioral habit formation techniques.

Uma has been awarded by Khel Rang Fitness Sports Science Association, OBESICON 2020. Uma Jayasimha is fluent in Kannada, Telugu, Hindi and English. In her free time, she keeps herself engaged by listening to music and reading books.

Karnika Chakraborty is a MSc in Dietetics & Food Service Management and a Certified Diabetes Educator with over 11 of experience. She has been affiliated with AMRI Hospitals, Mantra Lifestyle Health Club, GOQii Technologies, Netaji Subhash Open University, Gayo Fitness Academy, Kolkata Society for Nutrition Education and Health Advancement in the past. Her extensive clinical experience is well rounded up with specialized trainings in Fitness, Nutrition, Mindfulness and behavioral habit formation techniques.

Karnika is fluent in English, Bengali and Hindi and is adept with nutritional knowledge across different cuisines such as Bengali, North Indian, Continental and Chinese. In her free time, she keeps herself engaged with singing, listening to music, cooking and traveling.

Ayushi Goel is a PGD in Dietetics and Public Health Nutrition and a certified clinical nutritionist. She has been affiliated with Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals in multiple functions related to health. Her extensive clinical experience is well rounded up with specialized trainings in Fitness, Nutrition, Mindfulness and Behavioral Habit Formation techniques.

Ayushi is fluent in English and Hindi and is adept with knowledge across North Indian cuisine. In her free time, she keeps herself engaged with art.