Health India Foundation offers integrative health services which includes Siddha and modern health care concepts.
Dr. C.N. Deivanaygam
MBBS., FRCP
About Us
Health India Foundation is a premier institution and health center dedicated to providing holistic health solutions through the ancient wisdom of Siddha Medicine.
Led by the esteemed Dr. Selva Shunmugam P, BSMS, MD(Siddha), Ph.D., we aim to integrate traditional practices with modern healthcare for optimal health and wellness.
Under the distinguished leadership of Ms. Subha Deivanayagam as Chairperson, this non-governmental organization is committed to enhancing rural health development.
- Promoting health awareness
- Providing accessible and affordable healthcare services to the underprivileged
- Organizing health camps and programs
- Offering free medical aid and essential medications to those in need
Our Collaboration with GCSMR
The Global Center for Siddha Medicine and Research (GCSMR) collaborates closely with Health India Foundation to achieve shared goals.
Together, we conduct numerous events to spread awareness and knowledge of Siddha medicine.
Our Principles
Evidence-Based Research
Rigorous research validating Siddha medicine principles.
Accessibility
Making Siddha medicine accessible worldwide.
Integration
Integrating Siddha medicine with other healthcare systems.
Education and Advocacy
Educating the public and professionals about Siddha medicine.
Preservation and Innovation
Preserving Siddha wisdom while encouraging innovation.
Our Mission
- Conduct research on Siddha medicine principles.
- Explore disease prevention methods.
- Document diagnostic and curative procedures.
- Develop rehabilitative care approaches.
- Make Siddha knowledge accessible.
Our Goals
- Analyze Siddha medicine using ancient texts.
- Promote the Siddha concept “Food is Medicine”.
- Educate and teach Siddha healthcare systems.
- Establish Siddha institutes within major medical centers.
- Organize global conferences and collaborations.
Our Affiliations
- Healthcare and medical education innovation.
- Community health improvement programs.
- Blending Siddha and modern medicine.
- Global research collaborations.
- Sustainable healthcare development.
Our History
Dr. Selva Shunmugam has dedicated over 15 years to the development of the Siddha system and has eight years of research experience in Siddha-modern integrative medicine.
He previously served at the National Institute of Siddha and coordinated the WHO sponsored project titled
“Development and Publication of Siddha Treatment Guidelines for Selected Diseases.”
He has presented over 33 research papers at national and international conferences and received numerous awards for contributions to Siddha medicine.
Founder
Dr. C.N. Deivanayagam
MBBS, FRCP
Born on 15 November 1942 in Kulasekarapatnam, Tamil Nadu.
A distinguished pulmonologist, educator and researcher who played a pioneering role in integrating Siddha and modern medicine.
Dr. P. Selva Shunmugam
MD (Siddha), PhD
President – Global Center for Siddha Medicine and Research, Chennai.
Secretary – Health India Foundation.
General Body Member – CCRS, Ministry of AYUSH.
Adjunct Professor – Morehouse School of Medicine, USA.