A Brief Interview with Dr. Marc Halpern       

What do you think about the future of Ayurveda in America:

The profession of Ayurveda is growing very fast. More and more people are looking toward holistic alternatives. Ayurveda is the most complete form of holistic medicine practiced in the world today. I think the future is very bright.

What do you think makes Ayurveda so attractive to the public?

Ayurveda holds the promise of optimal health and peace of mind for those who live according to its principles. When people come to realize that there is a discipline that addresses the whole person physically, emotionally, and spiritually, and uses natural medicines - they are immediately attracted.

What makes Ayurvedic education at the California College of Ayurveda unique?

If I had to say one thing, I think it is how well we train our students to be successful practitioners. The strong clinical focus, culminating in our unique six-month internship followed by a post-graduate residency program to become a Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist, sets us apart from other schools. Our high standards, cohesive curriculum, supportive and nurturing faculty, and clinical focus ensure that each student receives the highest level of professional training.


What makes Ayurvedic education at the California College of Ayurveda unique?

If I had to say one thing, I think it is how well we train our students to be successful practitioners. The strong clinical focus, culminating in our unique six-month internship followed by a post-graduate residency program to become a Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist, sets us apart from other schools. Our high standards, cohesive curriculum, supportive and nurturing faculty, and clinical focus ensure that each student receives the highest level of professional training.

What makes the residency program special?

During our residency program, students work with real patients, not just with other students or friends. They practice as qualified practitioners working with the general public under the supervision of a well-trained practitioner. Residents are researching cases, making medicines for their patients, and doing all of the things they will do in their own practices.

What do you think are the most important qualities in a future practitioner of Ayurveda?

The most important qualities are humility and compassion. Knowledge can be easily learned by anyone. Humility is the restraint of the ego. Humility leads to non-judgment. Non judgment leads to compassion. These traits allow knowledge to grow into wisdom and are the foundation of a true healer and teacher.