DR. ABDURAHMAN POILAN BSC BAMS MD PGDG&C
In his formative years, he spent time with his father Hameed Haji and grandfather Muhammed Musliar in their pharmacy and clinic. They imparted the knowledge and blessings of traditional vaidhya upon him, which eventually led him to pursue a career in zoology, specializing in nature and ecosystem homeostasis. This path allowed him to understand the essence of his family’s traditional medicine and its approach to health. He then decided to focus his professional journey on Ayurveda and obtained a Bachelor’s degree from Kottakal Ayurveda Medical College in 1985. After obtaining his degree, he began practicing at his family’s renowned Ayurvedic clinic and pharmacy, PVA Oushadhashala in Iritty, and further honed his skills by working at various clinics across northern Kerala. During this time, he recognized the importance of the mind-body relationship in Ayurveda and pursued additional training in psychology, hypnotism, and counseling. He also worked as a quality control officer and director in a pharmacy to gain knowledge of advanced technologies in the field.
In 1993, he established PVA Ayurvedic Multi-Speciality Nursing Home to provide compassionate and personalised inpatient care. Additionally, he pursued a Master’s degree in pharmacognosy during his journey, strengthening his understanding of medicinal plants and their therapeutic value.
His dedication to Ayurveda led him to travel to over 30 countries across the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Africa to conduct seminars and workshops, earning him a reputation as an outstanding physician and teacher in the field of Ayurveda. He has been featured in various magazines, including Brazilian and Japanese publications. Through his work, he has inspired many people to embrace Ayurveda as a practical way of living with greater balance, health, and awareness.
Throughout his academic career, he served on various committees and associations as a human rights defender and social worker. He also held positions as a director and secretary of colleges and schools in his hometown, reflecting his commitment to education and community development.
Beyond his professional life, he is known for his humility, warmth, and deep respect for nature. A lover of nature and farming, he is a nemophilist who enjoys spending his leisure time on his farm, cultivating rice, fruits, and spices. For him, the farm is not only a place of rest, but also a source of inspiration that keeps him connected to the roots of Ayurveda and the healing power of nature.
