ABOUT THE VISHUDDHA COLLECTIVE

Experts in Innovation

Rooted in Lifestyle and Integrative Medicine, the Vishuddha collective for women in medicine draws wisdom from Indigenous and ancient healing systems like Ayurveda to inspire whole-person care, inner clarity, and sustainable well-being through our entire career span. 

About Vishuddha

We're creating a stronger, healthier world

Founded in 2010

The Vishuddha Community is a space rooted in Lifestyle and Integrative Medicine, offering evidence-informed insights inspired by ancient healing systems like Ayurveda. Our mission is to support whole-person well-being through nourishment, reflection, and community care

Our goal

To promote mindful living and plant-forward practices that help prevent and manage chronic lifestyle-related conditions—while reconnecting individuals to their inner clarity and purpose.

Services and activities

  • Community education and support
  • Live workshops, seasonal circles & classes
  • Wellness-based programs in collaboration with other communities.

Vishuddha Chakra: The Center of Communication, Clarity, and Creativity

Vishuddha Chakra: The Center of Communication, Clarity, and Creativity

Chakras, the vital energy centers within the body, are a profound theory of Vedic knowledge from India passed down through generations, offering a blueprint for spiritual and physical well-being. Rooted in ancient wisdom, these centers represent the intricate connection between our physical form and the spiritual universe, each chakra governing different aspects of our being—from survival and grounding to communication and awakening. Understanding and balancing these energy centers allows us to harmonize our inner and outer worlds, paving the way for a life of clarity, vitality, and deep spiritual connection. By honoring the Vedic traditions and the teachers who brought forward this knowledge, we acknowledge the timeless wisdom that continues to guide us in our modern journey toward wholeness and self-realization.

Imagine reigniting a subtle fire within yourself, tapping into the field of your inner knowing—the essence of the Vishuddha chakra. Positioned at the throat and resonating with the blue-violet hue of infinity, the Vishuddha chakra is a powerful spiritual center that governs communication, self-expression, and the manifestation of truth. This chakra is a gateway to deeper spiritual understanding, connecting you to deep, introspective knowledge and the divine source within. It is a universal theory that allows for connections of any faith background. Whether you seek to develop your dream practice, flourish in your current one, or embark on a new journey of discovery, it all begins with slowing down, overcoming the relentless drive for constant productivity, and depending on self-awareness. The balance of speaking and listening is best facilitated through community, and we welcome your presence and unique gifts.
Chakras, the vital energy centers within the body, are a profound theory of Vedic knowledge from India passed down through generations, offering a blueprint for spiritual and physical well-being. Rooted in ancient wisdom, these centers represent the intricate connection between our physical form and the spiritual universe, each chakra governing different aspects of our being—from survival and grounding to communication and awakening. Understanding and balancing these energy centers allows us to harmonize our inner and outer worlds, paving the way for a life of clarity, vitality, and deep spiritual connection. By honoring the Vedic traditions and the teachers who brought forward this knowledge, we acknowledge the timeless wisdom that continues to guide us in our modern journey toward wholeness and self-realization.

Imagine reigniting a subtle fire within yourself, tapping into the field of your inner knowing—the essence of the Vishuddha chakra. Positioned at the throat and resonating with the blue-violet hue of infinity, the Vishuddha chakra is a powerful spiritual center that governs communication, self-expression, and the manifestation of truth. This chakra is a gateway to deeper spiritual understanding, connecting you to deep, introspective knowledge and the divine source within. It is a universal theory that allows for connections of any faith background. Whether you seek to develop your dream practice, flourish in your current one, or embark on a new journey of discovery, it all begins with slowing down, overcoming the relentless drive for constant productivity, and depending on self-awareness. The balance of speaking and listening is best facilitated through community, and we welcome your presence and unique gifts.

Join the Community Now

Don’t pass up the opportunity to feel more joyful, focused, and empowered in your workday.

Our teachers

Meet our Team

Siri Chand Khalsa MD MS

Founder + plant Forward Eating
Siri Chand is a board-certified physician and the founder of Vishuddha. With training in Ayurveda, culinary medicine, and integrative care, she supports women in medicine to reconnect with purpose.

Rashmi Bismark MD MPH

Yoga + Mindfulness
Dr. Rashmi Bismark is a Preventive Medicine physician, author, and mindfulness educator dedicated to integrating healing traditions into modern healthcare. With 15 years of experience, she specializes in facilitating mindfulness.

Nalini Velayudhan

Narrative Medicine
Nalini is a narrative medicine facilitator with a passion for sacred storytelling and reflective writing. With over 20 years of experience in education and primary care care,  her focus is a wonderful addition. 

Sonny Miles MD

New Moon women's circle
​Dr. Sonny Miles is an integrative medicine and palliative care physician with a profound commitment to intentional living and the interconnectedness of physical, emotional, and spiritual health. 

Let Go of the Notion of "Striving for Balance" &
Settle Into Work-Life Integration 

Empty space, drag to resize


Integrative and Lifestyle Medicine clinicians frequently consider work-life balance a myth because it implies a distinct boundary between professional and personal lives.  Instead, the reality is that this notion is outdated and causing harm.

This "line in the sand" rarely exists in a field demanding deep emotional, mental, and spiritual connection with patients. The intensive hours spent crafting and researching patient-centered (versus disease-specific) treatment plans and maintaining in-depth patient relationships contribute to the sense that traditional work-life balance is both unrealistic and misleading, with burnout never far from the forefront when working in classic practice models. 

The Reality of Integrative and Lifestyle Medicine Practices in the Traditional Fee for Service Model

The traditional concept of work-life balance needs to be revisited and reinvented.  This style of medical care demands lifelong learning coupled with a desire to embody these principles in our own lives to model them.

However, that is challenging due to time constraints, knowing where to start, and feeling supported to maintain inner resolve along the way.

Delivering this type of care asks of us to:  

  • Embrace deep emotional, mental, and spiritual connections with patients at an unreasonably rapid pace.
  • Self-directed personal and professional exploration and continuous learning that is often not categorized as CME.
  • Provide an often misunderstood approach that promotes vitality through lifestyle measures, which may be undervalued or overlooked by supervisors and peers.


Bridging the gap between learning and being...

These two hour sessions will help you put your goals on the calendar with support and ease to create. 
Write your awesome label here.

Never Miss a New Class Update

Subscribe to the newsletter!

Receive monthy tips, updates and information around living into your best life with more ease and relaxation. 
Thank you!