Senior Medical Officer
Dr. M. Karthikeyan, B.S.M.S.
DR. M. KARTHIKEYAN
B.S.M.S
Senior Medical Officer – Kumbakonam Branch
AT A GLANCE
- Dr. M. Karthikeyan is a Siddha Physician with over 9 years of experience in general healthcare, lifestyle management, and Siddha-based therapeutic care. His clinical interests include pain management, musculoskeletal disorders, neurological rehabilitation, and external Siddha therapies, particularly Varmam and Thokkanam.
- He has clinical experience in managing conditions such as osteoarthritis, spondylosis, sciatica, hemiplegia, and other pain-related and mobility disorders, with a focus on therapeutic interventions and rehabilitation aimed at improving functional well-being.Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Karthikeyan is also a passionate health writer and advocate of Siddha medicine, natural foods, and traditional healthcare practices.
- He has authored two Tamil books: “ஆரோக்கியமே அடித்தளம்” published by Vikatan Publications in 2020 and “ஆரோக்கியமே சிறந்த செல்வம்” published by Kakkai Koodu Publications in 2023.
- In recognition of his contribution to Tamil health literature and public awareness of traditional healthcare, he was honoured with the title “எழுத்துலகின் இளம்பருதி” in 2024 by the Department of School Education and Central Library Department, Government of Tamil Nadu. Through both his clinical practice and writing, Dr. Karthikeyan works to promote greater awareness of Siddha medicine, traditional therapies, natural foods, and healthier living.
CLINICAL EXPERTISE
- Siddha medicine, integrative and traditional healthcare
- Diabetes, metabolic disorders and lifestyle diseases
- Cancer supportive care
- Functional nutrition and preventive healthcare
- Non-communicable disease (NCD) management
- Geriatric care
- HIV/AIDS supportive care
- Functional foods and nutraceutical development
EDUCATION
- D., Tamil University, Thanjavur (2004) — Thesis on anti-asthmatic potential of traditional Siddha formulations
- S.M.S., Madurai Kamaraj University / Government Siddha Medical College, Tirunelveli (1992) — University first rank, 2nd, 3rd and 4th professional years
- Certificate Course in Palm Leaf Manuscript Reading, Tanjore Saraswathi Mahal Library (1990) — First rank in batch
PEER-REVIEWED PUBLICATION
- Dedeepiya, V. D., Sivaraman, G., Venkatesh, A. P., Preethy, S., & Abraham, S. J. (2012). Potential effects of nichi glucan as a food supplement for diabetes mellitus and hyperlipidemia. Case Reports in Medicine, 2012, 895370.
BOOKS AUTHORED (21 Tamil books, selected list)
- Anti-Microbial Activity of Siddha Medicinal Plants (1995) — Research
- Vangha Vazhalam (2003) — Health/Food
- Venir Kalaththil Vendum Vazhakkangal (2009) — Lifestyle
- Azhagum Arokkiyamum (2009) — Wellness
- Ezham Suvai (2010) — Functional Foods
- Ethu Sirantha Unavu (2011) — Nutrition
- Marunthena Vendaavaam (2012) — Preventive Health
- Narumanamoottigal (2013) — Spices
- Aaraam Thinai — Vol. I (2013) — Traditional Grains
- Aaraam Thinai — Vol. II (2013) — Traditional Grains
- NALAM 360° (2014) — Holistic Health
- Sutramum Soolalum Natpum (2014) — Environment & Health
- Anjarai Pettiyum Arusuvayum (2015) — Folk Medicine
- Nallunavum Nalavazhvum (2015) — Food & Living
- Nattu Maruthu Kadai (2016) — Siddha Herbs
- Uyirpizhai (2016) — Cancer (Siddha)
- Inippu Thesam (2016) — Diabetes
- Pasiyatrum Parambariyam (2017) — Diet
- Uyirmei (2017) — Infertility
- Inna Narpadhu Inniyavai Narpadhu (2018) — Health Wisdom
- Angoru Nilam Athiloru Vanam (2022) — Travel
- Kadaisi Koor varai Elutha mudiyatha Pencil (2022) — Poetry
- Innoru malai innoru nadhi (2024) — Travel
INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCES & INVITED LECTURES
- USA — FeTNA Convention, Integrative Oncology Conference, Fancy Food Show, University of Connecticut (New Jersey, Cleveland, New York, Connecticut; 2005, 2006, 2011, 2016, 2025)
- Canada — Toronto Tamil Sangam, GI Labs clinical trial discussions (Toronto & Montreal; 2005, 2015)
- Switzerland — Zurich lead lecture and Nalavazhvu workshop (2015)
- UAE — Functional foods lecture, Abu Dhabi (2015)
- Saudi Arabia — Traditional food practices lecture, Jeddah (2014)
- Malaysia — International Siddha Medicine Conference, WHO–Ministry of Health Conference, Siddha Symposium (Kuala Lumpur; 2007, 2012, 2013)
- Sri Lanka — Varma therapy paper, Ayurveda Conference, Colombo (2007)
- Cameroon — UNAIDS and French Senators’ Group gatherings, Yaoundé (2009)
- Thailand — WOCMAP III, Chiang Mai (2003)
- France — FIE 2005, Paris (2005)
- China — FI Asia China, Shanghai (2005)
- Australia — University of Sydney engagements (2006, 2018, 2024)
- New Zealand — Freedom Foods discussions, Auckland (2006)
- Netherlands — FIE, Centre for Promotion of Imports from Developing Countries
- Indonesia — Keynote on Tamil foods and health (2025)
- Japan — Lecture on traditional Tamil foods and millets in NCD prevention (2025)
NATIONAL CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS
- Integrating AYUSH in Cancer Care — Mumbai (2016)
- Reverse Pharmacological Approach for NCD Management — Pondicherry University (2015)
- Functional Foods for Women — CCRS & RRI, Pondicherry (2014)
- Herbs and Health — University of Madras (2013)
- Pain Management with Siddha — Chennai (2012)
- Role of Functional Food in Combating NCD — MOP Vaishnava College (2009)
- Nurturing CVS with Nature’s Gift — The Hindu & SRMU, Porur (2008)
- Role of Siddha Medicine in Geriatric Care and NCD — National Conference on Siddha Medicine (2008)
- Role of Siddha System in Combating HIV Disease — Tamil University, Thanjavur (2003)
- Scope of Siddha Functional Foods — EXIM Bank Workshop, Coimbatore (2002)
- First Siddha Millennium Conference — Chennai (2000)
LEADERSHIP & ORGANIZATIONAL TIMELINE
- 2026 (May) — Founder & Managing Trustee, World Siddha Forum
- 2021–2026 — Member, Tamil Nadu State Planning Commission (~150 policy meetings on health, agriculture, culture, welfare)
- 2022 — Member, Academic Council Committee, National Institute of Siddha (NIS)
- 2020–2021 — Member, High Power Task Force Committee for COVID-19 Management, Govt of Tamil Nadu
- 2017–2020 — Member, National Siddha Pharmacopoeia Committee, AYUSH
- 2011–2015 — Member, ASUDTAB, Government of India
- 2011–2015 — Member, AYUSH Working Group, 12th Planning Commission of India
- 2010–2014 — Member, TKDL Expert Committee, Department of AYUSH
- 2008–2016 — Member, Institutional Ethics Committee, National Institute of Siddha (Tambaram)
- 2008–2011 — Member, High Power Technical Committee, IMPCOPS, Chennai
- 2008–2011 — Managing Trustee, Poovulagin Nanbargal
- 2006–2012 & 2017–2020 — Member, National Siddha Pharmacopoeia Committee, AYUSH
- 2001–2010 — Joint Secretary, Health India Foundation, Egmore
- 1997–Present — Founder Secretary, Tamil Nadu Siddha Graduates Association
- 1995–Present — Founder & Managing Director, Arogya Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
- 1993 — Began clinical practice
- 1995 — Founded Arogya Siddha Hospital
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
- 2024 — Bogar Award, International Muthamizh Murugan Maanadu, Govt of Tamil Nadu
- 2014 — Top 10 Persons of Tamil Nadu, Ananda Vikatan Magazine
- 2014 — No. 1 Bestselling Book, “Aaraam Thinai,” Chennai Book Fair
- 2013 — Best Writer Award, Journalism for Development & Social Change
- 2012 — Best Doctor Award, Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University
- 2010 — SKM Best Clinical Practitioner Award
- 2010 — Writer Sujatha Award, Best Small Tamil Magazine (Poovulagu)
- 2004 — Tamil Nadu Government Best Book Award, “Vangha Vazhalam”
CONTACT
- Dr. G. Sivaraman, B.S.M.S., Ph.D.
Managing Director & Chief Siddha Physician, Arogya Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
425, Kilpauk Garden Main Road, Chennai – 600 050, Tamil Nadu, India
Mobile: +91-94440-27455 | Email: herbsiddha@gmail.com
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