Summary:
According to the doctors, research is paramount for any field of study, the results of which will further enhance its practice. The trial also garnered positive feedback,” says Dr Asha, professor and HOD, ayurvedic gynaecology, Government Ayurveda College, Thiruvananthapuram. Thus Dr M A Shajahan, former vice-principal of Government Ayurveda College, Thiruvananthapuram, became the sole guide for 11 ayurveda doctors enrolled in the PhD programme. Seven ayurveda doctors have so far successfully obtained their PhDs while others are undertaking research. So more research papers need to be published,” says Dr Shahina Mole S, professor, obstetrics and gynaecology, Government Ayurveda College, Thiruvananthapuram..