Description

The Clinical Handbook of Kaumarbhritya: OPD to IPD Management is a comprehensive, practical, and clinically oriented guide designed for undergraduate and postgraduate students of Ayurveda, as well as practicing physicians. Rooted in the principles of Kaumarbhritya, one of the eight branches of Ayurveda, this handbook bridges the gap between classical knowledge and modern pediatric practice.

The book focuses on the complete spectrum of pediatric care, ranging from outpatient (OPD) assessment to inpatient (IPD) management. It provides step-by-step clinical approaches for common pediatric conditions, including digestive, respiratory, nutritional, infectious, and neurodevelopmental disorders. Emphasis has been placed on practical diagnosis, clinical examination, case-taking formats, and evidence-based treatment protocols.

Special features of the book include integration of Ayurvedic concepts such as Dosha, Agni, Dhatu, and Vyadhikshamatva with modern diagnostic understanding, making it highly useful in real-world clinical settings. Detailed sections on drug selection, dosage, Panchakarma procedures in children, and emergency management further enhance its clinical utility.

The handbook is enriched with tables, flowcharts, and quick-reference guidelines that facilitate easy understanding and rapid decision-making in busy clinical environments. It also highlights preventive pediatrics, nutritional management, and holistic child care, ensuring a well-rounded approach.
Written in a clear, concise, and exam-oriented style, this book serves as an essential companion for students, interns, and practitioners, enabling them to confidently manage pediatric cases from OPD to IPD with an integrative Ayurvedic approach.

About The Author

Dr. Mohankumar S. Raut and Dr. Priya M. Raut are distinguished academicians and clinicians in the field of Ayurveda, with a special interest in Kaumarbhritya (Ayurvedic pediatrics) and preventive child healthcare and Department of Agadtantra. They are currently associated with Datta Meghe Ayurvedic Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, Nagpur, where they are actively involved in teaching, clinical practice, and research.

With a strong academic foundation and years of experience in pediatric care, the authors have been dedicated to integrating classical Ayurvedic principles with modern medical science. Their work focuses on promoting holistic child health through preventive strategies, nutritional guidance, immunomodulation, and the management of common pediatric and neurodevelopmental disorders using evidence-based Ayurvedic approaches.

Both authors have contributed to academic development through lectures, clinical training, and participation in research activities. They have a keen interest in community health programs, including school health initiatives, Swarnaprashana camps, and awareness programs aimed at improving child health at the grassroots level.