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Dr. Farida Khanum
Dr. Farida Khanum, BAMS, MD (Ayurveda)
A Visionary in Authentic Ayurvedic Practice and Technical Excellence

Dr. Farida Khanum is a highly respected figure in the Ayurveda fraternity, known for her clinical brilliance, healing touch, and deep-rooted commitment to the science of Ayurveda.
With over 25 years of experience in Ayurvedic clinical practice, teaching, research, and
administration, she has become a torchbearer for authentic and innovative Ayurvedic
healthcare.
She earned her Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) from the prestigious SDM College of Ayurveda, Hassan, and completed her MD in Ayurveda from the Government Ayurveda Medical College, Bangalore. Dr. Farida began her clinical journey in 2004 and quickly rose to prominence due to her diagnostic acumen, compassionate care, and result-oriented treatments.
She earned her Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) from the prestigious SDM College of Ayurveda, Hassan, and completed her MD in Ayurveda from the Government Ayurveda Medical College, Bangalore. Dr. Farida began her clinical journey in 2004 and quickly rose to prominence due to her diagnostic acumen, compassionate care, and result-oriented treatments.
In 2010, she joined Healing Earth Multi-speciality Ayurveda Hospital, Bangalore, as Chief Medical Officer. Her expertise, leadership, and unwavering dedication led her to take up the role of Technical Director at Prithvi Healthcare Pvt. Ltd., where she plays a pivotal role in driving clinical excellence and innovation.
Over the years, Healing Earth has become a trusted center for Ayurvedic healing, having served more than 1,00,000 health seekers. For many, Dr. Farida is not just a physician but a trusted guide who has transformed their lives through Ayurveda.
Renowned as one of the top Ayurveda practitioners in Bangalore, Dr. Farida Khanum is
passionate about making Ayurveda a powerful, preventive, and curative system of medicine
that supports a holistic lifestyle for all.
Her remarkable contributions were recently recognised with the Times Health Excellence Award 2024 for Service Excellence in Ayurveda — a prestigious honour celebrating her relentless dedication and outstanding service in the field.
Her remarkable contributions were recently recognised with the Times Health Excellence Award 2024 for Service Excellence in Ayurveda — a prestigious honour celebrating her relentless dedication and outstanding service in the field.
Dr. Farida also promotes:
- Innovation and technical excellence in Ayurvedic systems.
- Open-source collaboration and knowledge sharing.
- Adoption of emerging technologies to enhance healthcare outcomes and
organisational productivity.
As Prithvi Healthcare expands its footprint, Dr. Farida is at the forefront of coordinating thetechnical and clinical aspects of upcoming projects, ensuring every initiative reflects the true
essence of Ayurveda—authentic, ethical, and effective.