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6 th International Conference of AAPNA, USA in India ON

1 6 th International Conference of AAPNA, USA in India ON INTERFACE BETWEEN AYURVEDA & EVIDENCE BASED MEDICINE February 15 th 17 th INFORMATION BOOKLET & APPLICATION FORM Organized by Pragati Bio-Pharma & I- SERVE, India. Venue Pragati Green Meadows and Resorts Limited, Poddatur, Shankarpally Mandal, R.R. Dist. Andhra Pradesh India.

2 Organising committee Advisor in Chief Prof. KVK Murthy, Chairman, I-SERVE, Hyderabad Chairman Dr. GBK Rao, CMD, Pragati Group of Companies Conveners Dr. Shekhar Annambhotla, AAPNA, USA Dr. JLN Sastry (India) Organizing Secretary Dr. M.A.Virinchi Coordinator Dr. K.Sreedhar Address for Communications Dr. M.A.Virinchi - Organizing Secretary Ph: , , Pragati Bio-Pharma Pvt. Ltd /172, Salarjung Colony, Mehdipatnam Hyderabad- 28, Andhra Pradesh, India. Phone: , pragatiaapna@gmail.com Pragati Green Meadows and Resorts Limited, Resorts: Poddatur, Shankarpally Mandal, R.R Dist. Andhra Pradesh. Phone: / 112 / 113 Fax: Institute of Scientific Research on Vedas (I-SERVE) (Recognized by DSIR as SIRO), , Road No. 8, Alakapuri, Hyderabad Phone: vedakavi@serveveda.org; web:

3 International Conference ON INTERFACE BETWEEN AYURVEDA & EVIDENCE BASED MEDICINE (6 th International Conference of AAPNA, USA in India) 15 th -17 th February Venue : Pragati Green Meadows and Resorts Limited, Proddutur, Sharkarpally Mandal, R.R. Dist. Andhra Pradesh. About the Seminar Keeping in view the growing importance of traditional medicines, and especially Traditional Indian Medicine in view, TIM is the one and only comprehensive system that is recognized by WHO, the western world, and European countries as an alternative to allopathy. Our emphasis is to shape TIM as evidence based medical system by way of exploring, and utilizing the scientific aspects of TIM and the renaissance of such scientific systems. Our endeavor is to raise awareness and educate people through the revelations of this seminar. Eminent speakers of various walks of life and experts in different fields of medicine will be sharing their expertise, research results, scientific explanations and other aspects of TIM. Preface What is Ayurveda? Ayurveda is the knowledge of life sciences. Ayurveda bestows positive health to human kind with the concept of prevention first and cure next. Though it appears empirical, the concept of Tridosha (Vata-Pitta-Kapha) depicts the neurohormonal secretary functions of the human body in physiology and pathology. Based on the interplay between the doshas, the treatment is explained scientifically. After several thousands of years of observations and experiences, the ancient seers and sages of India documented medical science in the form of scripts. The teaching and practice of Ayurveda has traditionally been propagated through generations on the basis of these scripts / manuscripts. Most probably, Ayurveda is the only science which has continued from ages without interruption. However, the scientific validity of the textual claims remains a puzzle for modern day scientists. Therefore, it is necessary to have a correlation between Ayurvedic professionals and modern evidence based medical professionals. What is Evidence-Based Medicine (EBM)? Evidence-based medicine is the integration of the best available research evidence with clinical expertise and patient values. EBM is the concept of formalizing the scientific approach to the practice of medicine for identification of "evidence" to support our clinical decisions. It requires an understanding of critical appraisal and the basic epidemiologic principles of study design, point estimates, relative risk, odds ratios, confidence intervals, bias, and confounding. By using this information, clinicians can categorize evidence, assess causality, and make evidence-based recommendations. EBM allows analysis of complicated material so that we can make the best possible clinical decisions for the population we serve".

4 What we practice should have evidence in today's terms to meet the challenges of today... particularly in medicine, and specifically in traditional medical systems. EBM means that we base our decisions on evidence of benefit. If a therapy has sufficient evidence of benefit, we should recommend and practice it. If insufficient evidence of benefit exists or if evidence indicates that the therapy will not benefit patients, our recommendation and practice leads to failure and lack of confidence. Our goals as physicians are to provide treatment that makes our patients better and to protect our patients from treatment that may cause harm. Why is it important? New types of evidence are being generated which can create changes in the way patients are treated, and much of this evidence is being applied to patient care. Knowledge translation - increasing the uptake of the best available evidence into practice - has always been a challenge, and the medical fraternity needs to meet these challenges from time to time. The challenge here means not only the evidence based medicine and its updates but also exploring and exploiting the best options, products, services, and practices. Naturally, Ayurveda - the Indian system of medicine emerges as a leader among Complementary and Alternative Medicines (CAMs) in its contribution towards health care, both preventative and curative. Traditional/Complementary/Alternative Medicine Traditional / Complementary and alternative medicine is a group of diverse medical and health care systems, practices, and products that are not currently considered to be part of conventional medicine.while some scientific evidence exists regarding some CAM therapies, for most there are key questions that are yet to be answered through well-designed scientific studies--such as: Are these therapies safe? Do these therapies work for the diseases or medical conditions for which they are used? Are Traditional / Complementary and Alternative Medicine Interchangeable Terms? Traditional / Alternative / Complementary Medicine are used together with conventional medicine. Example: Using aromatherapy or reiki or meditation to help lessen a patient's discomfort following surgery. Major Types of Traditional Complementary and Alternative Medicine Alternative medicine systems: Built upon complete systems of theory and practice. Examples: ayurveda, homeopathic medicine, naturopathic medicine, traditional Chinese medicine. Mind-body interventions: Uses a variety of techniques designed to enhance the mind's capacity to affect bodily function and symptoms. Some techniques that were considered CAM in the past have become main stream (patient support groups and cognitive-behavioral therapy). Other mind-body techniques are still considered CAM, including meditation, prayer, mental healing, and therapies that use creative outlets such as art, music, or dance. Biologically based therapies: Uses substances found in nature ( herbs, foods, and vitamins). Example: Shark cartilage to treat cancer.

5 Organizers: Association of Ayurvedic Professionals of North America (AAPNA), USA, Pragati Group of companies, Hyderabad Institute of Scientific Research on Vedas(I-SERVE), Hyderabad AAPNA began as a discussion amongst ayurvedic professionals in We wanted to create a community of ayurvedic professionals with the common goal of growing the presence of ayurveda in integrative health care. AAPNA incorporated in December of 2007 as a non-profit 501(c)(6) corporation in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, USA, and has since grown to unite ayurvedic and integrative medicine health professionals, students, academic institutes, and corporations throughout North America and internationally. We are committed to sharing ayurvedic knowledge and wisdom and exchanging ideas with integrative health professionals and all who are interested in ayurveda. To learn more, please visit our website: Pragati Group faithfully believes in the principle "save Mother Nature, and in return, she saves you" as its affirmed ideology. As its name declares progress, Pragati is distinctively founded to endorse and promote Green Revolution to be peacefully combined and integrated with Modern Living. Pragati is also deeply committed to taking measures against Global Warming and polluted metropolitan existence. As a part of Pragati Group, Pragati Bio-Pharma Private Limited is dedicated and committed to drug research & development in ayurveda, ayurvedic drug manufacturing, medicinal plant collection and cultivation, clinical studies, bio-diversity, agrobiotech, health spa, training programs on ayurveda, and more. Since time immemorial, plants have played a crucial role in the physical and spiritual well-being of mankind. Ancient human beings used herbs to cure common maladies, and man virtually adored the plants that provided him with vigor, vitality and wisdom. The utility of different plants is quite evident through the treatises of Charaka Samhita and Sushruta Samhita. To learn more, please visit our website: I-SERVE (Institute of Scientific Research on Vedas) is a scientific research institute dedicated to digging out the technical details of Vedic sciences from ancient Indian literature. It is registered as a charitable non-profit making Trust by a group of scholars & scientists well versed both in ancient and modern sciences. It is recognized as a SIRO (Scientific and Industrial Research Organization) by DSIR (Dept of Scientific & Industrial Research, Ministry of Science & Technology, and Government of India). Approved by Department of Income Tax, Finance Ministry Government of India as a Scientific Research Organization and approved U/S 35 (1)(II) (Exempted U/s. 35(1)(ii) of I.T act which provides 200% weighted deduction to the donors) and also U/s. 85(G)of I.T. Act. The Institute aims at presenting a nature friendly, non-hazardous and non-pollution producing alternative science. The beneficiary of this research work will be mankind in its entirety, without any barricades of caste, creed or gender. To learn more, please visit our website:

6 Name: Application Form for Delegate registration. (For Indian Delegates) Age: Sex: Occupation: Address: Telephone: Registration Fee Details: Please Mark in Appropriate box On or before* After * January 30 th 2013 January 30 th 2013 Rs Rs % waiver for Group Bookings above 10 participants. Fill application form separately and attach with a requisition form institutions/organizations. Students and Scholars to attach certification and Identity proof along with application to avail 15 % waiver. ( * ) Excluding stay and for stay please contact Reception Committee for tariff and other arrangements / book prior as per subsidized tariff mentioned in this application form. Technical Souvenir: It has been decided to bring out a colorful souvenir on this occasion, providing information on current status and future prospects of globalization of Ayurvedic education and research. It will contain invited articles from experts in various disciplines of Ayurveda and from foreign experts in complimentary, alternative and traditional medicine prevalent in different countries. The souvenir will be in vide circulation in India and abroad Pragati Group and AAPNA solicits co-operation and support from industrialists, business community in the field of Ayurveda, and well wishers and invites advertisements, sponsorships and participation in exhibition for the successful organization of this international seminar. Size ; A/4 Books Printing. Tariff for Souvenir Advertisement: Please Mark in Appropriate box 2 nd cover page (inner front) Rs. 25,000 3 rd cover page (inner back) Rs. 23,000 4 th outer cover page Rs. 34,000 First 6 pages Rs. 21,000 Last 6 pages Rs. 21,000 Full page Rs. 16,000 Half page Rs. 9,000 Quarter page Rs. 5,000 Only inner pages are for B & W Full page Rs. 9,000 Half page Rs. 5,000 Quarter page Rs. 3,000 Advertisement amount and the art work to be reached by January 30 th, along with their advertisement material & DD.

7 Stalls Tariff: For 3 days + 2days camp at the same premises with 2 tables 4 chairs and 2 electrical connections (Number of Persons allowed at each stall: 03). Rs. 30,000 6 x 6 x 10 tent Booknig Last Date : January 30 th, 2013 Discounted specially for AAPNA Conference: Please mention your preferred accommodation. ACCOMMODATION TARIFF PER DAY AT PRAGATI HERBAL HEALING GARDEN RESORTS: (Please Mark in Appropriate box) TYPE Standard Cottages SINGLE Person DOUBLE Per Person TRIPLE Per Person QUADRIPLE Per Person Deluxe Cottages Lagoon Rooms Pool side Suites Executive Suites For all categories the account details are as follows: DD should be drawn in the name of Pragati Bio Pharma Pvt. Ltd. A/c Conference Ayurveda & EBM, Hyderabad For RTGS / NEFT Transfers : Pragati Bio Pharma Pvt. Ltd. A/c Conference Ayurveda & EBM, Hyderabad Account No: Bank : Andhra Bank, Branch : Somajiguda Branch, IFSC CODE:ANDB Date: Signature

8 Application Form for International Delegates Name: Age: Sex: Occupation: Address: Telephone: Registration Fee Details: Please Mark in Appropriate box On or before ** After ** January 30 th 2013 January 30 th 2013 $ 500 $ 600 For Group Bookings, fill application form separately and attach with a requisition form institutions/organizations. Students and Scholars to attach certification and Identity proof along with application. ( ** ) Inclusive of all [Boarding, Lodging, Seminar Kit and Seminar Material] Souvenir: It has been decided to bring out a colorful souvenir on this occasion, providing information on current status and future prospects of globalization of Ayurvedic education and research. It will contain invited articles from experts in various disciplines of Ayurveda and from foreign experts in complimentary, alternative and traditional medicine prevalent in different countries. Pragati Group and AAPNA solicits co-operation and support from industrialists, business community in the field of Ayurveda, and well wishers and invites advertisements, sponsorships and participation in exhibition for the successful organization of this international seminar. Tariff for Souvenir Advertisement: Please Mark in Appropriate box 2 nd cover page (inner front) $ 1,135 3 rd cover page (inner back) $ 1,045 4 th outer cover page $ 1,545 First 6 pages $ 955 Last 6 pages $ 955 Full page $ 725 Half page $ 410 Quarter page $ 225

9 Only inner pages are for B & W Full page Half page Quarter page $ 410 $ 225 $ 135 Advertisement amount and the art works to be reached by December 15 th, 2012 Stalls Tariff: For 3 days $ 1360 (Number of Persons allowed at each stall: 03). 6 x 6 x 10 tent with 2 tables 4 chairs and 2 electrical connections (Number of Persons allowed at each stall: 03). Booking Last Date: January 30 th, 2013 For all categories of payments account details are as follows DD should be drawn in the name of Pragati Bio Pharma Pvt. Ltd. A/c Conference Ayurveda & EBM, Hyderabad For RTGS / NEFT Transfers : Pragati Bio Pharma Pvt. Ltd. A/c Conference Ayurveda & EBM, Hyderabad Account No: Bank : Andhra Bank, Branch : Somajiguda Branch, IFSC CODE:ANDB Date: Signature

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