Dr. Anitha Mahesh

Dr. Anitha Mahesh co-founded Mitra Hermitage Ayurveda Hospital in 2009 alongside Dr. Mahesh Sreedharan, after previously having started the Mitra Centre for Panchakarma in 1996. She has built a reputation for providing holistic, patient-centered Ayurvedic care with an emphasis on authenticity and personalized treatment. Dr. Anitha oversees not only medical administration but also plays a significant role in Ayurvedic dietary supervision, ensuring meals are both therapeutic and high in quality.

Areas of Expertise

• Panchakarma (detoxification) therapies
• Chronic and lifestyle disease management
• Holistic, individualized Ayurvedic treatment protocols
• Ayurvedic nutrition and therapeutic meal planning

Hospital & Philosophy

Mitra Hermitage Ayurveda Hospital stands out for its dedication to genuine Ayurvedic care, avoiding a "factory" approach to treatments. The facility is set in tranquil gardens filled with medicinal plants, providing an environment that nurtures both body and mind. Dr. Anitha, along with other expert doctors and therapists, upholds a legacy of quality and innovation in Ayurveda that began with the family’s pharmacy in 1915

Noteworthy Contributions

• Integral in establishing Mitra Hermitage’s global reputation for high-quality, individualized Ayurvedic care.
• Recognized for effective patient management and high standards of safety and hygiene.
• Special interest in Ayurvedic cooking, including seminars and culinary guidance in Europe.