SOUKYA, India's first National Accreditation Board for Hospitals and Healthcare (NABH) accredited Ayurveda, Yoga, and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy (AYUSH) hospital created by renowned holistic health specialist Dr Isaac Mathai, has embarked on its first global expansion move since inception in 2002.
As a centre popular worldwide, including with King Charles and Queen Camilla, SOUKYA will establish its first international unit in Portugal with a significant investment. The state-of-the-art residential medical institute, expected to be operational in the European country by late 2027, will offer its unique treatment approach combining traditional, time-tested natural systems of medicine such as Ayurveda, Homeopathy, Yoga, Naturopathy, and other complementary therapies for treating various chronic and lifestyle conditions.
Spread across 150 acres, the SOUKYA International Holistic Health Centre in Portugal will redefine holistic wellness with 40 exquisitely designed rooms, villas and suites along with a dedicated yoga hall creating a sanctuary where mind, body, and spirit harmoniously align. The centre will feature its own herb and vegetable garden, ensuring the freshest and most potent ingredients for treatments and meals.
Designed by Dr Suja Issac, Co-Founder and Executive Director of SOUKYA, the architecture and landscape will blend Portuguese and Indian influences. Located just 45 minutes from the Lisbon airport, the centre will be easily accessible for patients across Europe.
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Equipped to address a wide spectrum of rare and chronic illnesses, including cancer rehabilitation, addiction, lifestyle and metabolic disorders, paediatric developmental challenges, mental health conditions, reproductive and gastrointestinal disorders, and autoimmune diseases, the centre builds on SOUKYA's proven success in treating advanced conditions such as liver cirrhosis, dermatitis, lupus nephritis, lung fibrosis, multiple sclerosis, Crohn's disease amongst others. This holistic approach promises transformative healing in a serene, nature-immersed environment.
Dr Isaac Mathai said: "Over the years, SOUKYA has become synonymous with being the world's premier integrative health destination, trusted by global dignitaries, industrialists, celebrities, and leaders. As awareness of preventive and integrative healthcare continues to grow, we felt this was the ideal time to establish our first health destination outside India, catering to our American and European clientele.
“Portugal emerged as the perfect choice, given the government's commitment to prioritising health and wellness. This new centre will be an ultra-premium destination, offering world-class treatments for both chronic and lifestyle conditions. With this stepping stone, our vision is to see SOUKYA expand across the globe, sharing India's rich healthcare heritage with the world over the next 25-30 years."
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India's AYUSH sector has experienced substantial growth in recent years, with the AYUSH services sector estimated to be worth $26 billion in 2024. Additionally, the manufacturing segment of the AYUSH industry also grew significantly, hitting an estimated $24 billion by 2024.
"With the growing awareness of integrative medicine, we aim to strategically position SOUKYA in India to cater to high-net-worth individuals within the domestic market and across select Asian countries. Our Portugal centre will serve a significant portion of our existing patient base while also attracting new clientele," added Dr Mathai.
(ANI/NewsVoir)
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