Dr. K C Ballal

Founding Director

A Global Authority in Ayurveda and Integrated Medicine

Dr. K C Ballal is a pre-eminent figure in Ayurveda and integrated health practices, with an illustrious career spanning nearly five decades. His extensive experience and profound dedication have played a pivotal role in elevating Ayurveda on the international stage, making significant contributions to its recognition and adoption across the globe.

Global Impact and Advocacy:

Dr. Ballal’s mission has taken him to over 36 countries across continents including Europe, America, Australia, Middle East, and the Far East actively promoting the integration of ancient Ayurvedic wisdom with contemporary medical practices to a global audience.

Leadership and Regulatory Influence:

Throughout his exceptional career, Dr. Ballal has held many influential positions, contributing significantly to the shaping of health policies and educational standards:

National President of the National Integrated Medical Association (NIMA), New Delhi. During his tenure, he strongly advocated for an integrated approach with the modern medical system, successfully convincing the Government of India to formally recognize and approve it by law.

Member of the Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM), under the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, New Delhi. His tenure was marked by significant achievements such as the standardization of the BAMS course in English medium across India, and defining and ensuring compliance with standards for Ayurvedic colleges nationwide. These efforts greatly enhanced the quality of professionals graduating in Ayurveda, equipping them to effectively take this knowledge globally with modern scientific approach.

State-Level Contributions:

Elected Member of the State Council of Indian Medicine, Karnataka (KAUP Board), for 10 years, where he served as Chairman of the Integrated System. His leadership was pivotal in conducting Continuous Medical Education (CME) across the geography to popularize the integrated system of medicine.

Scholarly Contributions and Global Recognition:

Dr. Ballal has also served as the Treasurer of the IV World Congress on the Holistic Approach to Health, contributing to global discussions on holistic health. His scholarly contributions include numerous scientific papers presented at major international medical conferences, continually advancing the scientific dialogue on Ayurveda and holistic health. He has successfully organized impactful multiple national and state level conferences on Ayurveda and Integrated systems.

Honors and Awards:

Dr. Ballal’s pioneering efforts and dedication have been globally recognized, earning him over 50 prestigious awards and accolades. These honors underscore his influential role and exceptional contributions to integrating Ayurvedic practices into global health paradigms.

Continuing Mission with AyurMatrika:

Dr. Ballal is the guiding force and founding member of AyurMatrika. As Ayurveda continues to gain significant popularity and acceptance within the global health fraternity, he remains dedicated to his enduring mission. His goal is to ensure that every household can effectively harness the benefits of this ancient wisdom integrated with modern medicine, thereby promoting a naturally healthy lifestyle worldwide.

Dr. K C Ballal remains a beacon of innovation, inspiration, and dedication in the Ayurvedic and global health community, continually driving forward the integration of holistic practices into everyday health management and care.