Dr. Kanak Soni
Dr. Kanak Soni is an Indian integrative medicine physician, researcher, academic leader, and global health advocate known for his pioneering work in evidence-based integrative healthcare. He is widely recognized for bridging ancient Indian healing sciences—including Yoga, Ayurveda, and Naturopathy—with modern clinical research, promoting drugless and lifestyle-based interventions for chronic and complex diseases. With over 13 years of experience in clinical practice, education, and research, Dr. Soni has emerged as a prominent voice in the global movement toward holistic and preventive healthcare.
Early Life and Philosophy
Dr. Kanak Soni’s medical philosophy is rooted in the belief that health is a state of complete physical, mental, and spiritual harmony. From early in his academic journey, he demonstrated a strong inclination toward integrating traditional knowledge systems with scientific validation. His work reflects a lifelong commitment to redefining healthcare by aligning Eastern healing wisdom with Western evidence-based medicine.
Education and Academic Background
Dr. Soni is recognized as North India’s first M.D. in Clinical Naturopathy. He holds a Ph.D. in Yogic Sciences, with a specialization in integrative disease management. He was a university rank-holder from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bengaluru, one of India’s leading medical universities.
To strengthen his leadership capabilities within healthcare systems, he also completed an MBA in Hospital and Healthcare Management, enabling him to contribute effectively to institutional development and policy planning.
Clinical Career and Medical Practice
Dr. Soni currently serves as the Chief Medical Officer and Head of Department (Yoga & Naturopathy) at the Patanjali Wellness Centre, Haridwar, one of the world’s largest integrative healthcare institutions. In this role, he leads multidisciplinary teams delivering personalized, non-invasive treatment protocols for patients from India and abroad.
His clinical work focuses on the management and rehabilitation of complex and chronic conditions through evidence-based integrative therapies, including:
- Cancer rehabilitation and chronic disease management
- Diabetes reversal and metabolic health restoration
- Autoimmune, liver, and respiratory disorders
- Therapeutic fasting, detoxification, and nutrition-based healing
- Lifestyle medicine and preventive healthcare programs
Under his leadership, thousands of patients have reported significant recovery outcomes through drugless, natural treatment models.
Research and Scientific Contributions
Dr. Kanak Soni is actively involved in clinical research aimed at scientifically validating traditional healing therapies. His research papers have been published in national and international peer-reviewed journals, contributing to the growing body of evidence supporting integrative and lifestyle-based medicine.
He collaborates with academic institutions and healthcare bodies to develop frameworks that align traditional medicine with modern public health strategies. His work emphasizes measurable outcomes, safety, and reproducibility in natural healthcare systems.
Academic Leadership and Institutional Roles
Dr. Soni currently serves as the Head, Faculty of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences at the University of Patanjali, where he plays a central role in curriculum development, academic governance, and faculty leadership. He is widely credited with helping shape standardized education models for naturopathy and yoga sciences in India.
Previously, he served as a Consultant at the AYUSH Wellness Clinic, Rashtrapati Bhavan, providing integrative healthcare services to the President of India, a role regarded as one of the most prestigious appointments in the field of traditional and integrative medicine.
He has also been a member of national governing and finance committees under the Government of India, contributing to policy planning and institutional development within the AYUSH and integrative healthcare sectors.
Public Engagement and Global Advocacy
An internationally sought-after speaker, Dr. Soni has delivered lectures and keynote addresses at TEDx events, global health summits, academic conferences, and medical symposiums. His widely discussed concept, “Lifestyle as Medicine,” advocates for preventive healthcare through daily habits, nutrition, physical activity, and mental well-being.
Through public education, institutional partnerships, and global outreach, he continues to promote integrative medicine as a credible, scalable, and sustainable healthcare model.
Awards and Honors
Dr. Kanak Soni has received numerous national and international honors for his contributions to healthcare, research, and education, including:
- Best Traditional Yoga & Naturopathy Physician Award – International Conference, SDM College, Ujire (2025)
- Best Yoga & Naturopathy Physician of India (2025)
- Global Healthcare & Wellness Award
- International Research Excellence Award
- Doctors Superhero Award
Personal Life and Interests
Beyond medicine and academia, Dr. Soni is known for his commitment to holistic living. He is a national-level athlete, having competed in Kabaddi, basketball, swimming, and Wushu. He is also an award-winning mime artist and singer, reflecting his belief in the integration of physical health, creativity, and emotional expression.
Legacy and Vision
Dr. Kanak Soni is regarded as a leading figure in the evolution of integrative and lifestyle-based healthcare. His work continues to influence clinical practice, medical education, and public health policy in India and internationally.
He advocates a healthcare paradigm centered on prevention, self-healing, and scientific accountability.
“Health is not merely the absence of disease; it is the harmonious alignment of the body, mind, and spirit.”