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APA News Update – Winter/Spring 2012
Statutory Regulation
Time Schedule The proposed legislation for statutory regulation will be published in spring this year followed by a public consultation lasting three months. It is anticipated that the legislation will go through parliament by the end of 2012. It will then take another six to nine months to set up the register, which is scheduled to be operational by summer 2013.
Expected Standards In January 2012 executive directors from APA and BAAAP had a meeting with Michael Guthrie from the Health Professions Council (HPC), who is in charge of coordinating the transfer of practitioners supplying unlicensed herbal remedies from voluntary to statutory regulation. Michael Guthrie pointed out in the meeting that any association that wants to transfer its membership en bloc to the HPC needs to be robust and comply with expected standards. Most of these standards are detailed in the Pittilo Report (2008) and have been implemented by the APA already. They include standards of proficiency, ethics and conduct, disciplinary procedures, CPD etc. Together with our partners in the EHTPA, we are currently working on final details for getting ready for HPC audit and, subject to approval, transfer of membership to the HPC when statutory regulation commences in 2013.
Professional Associations The HPC confirmed that any currently existing associations representing one profession do not have to merge prior to HPC registration in 2013. Michael Guthrie assured APA and BAAAP that there is no need to create a unified voluntary register or an umbrella organisation in order for Ayurvedic practitioners to be transferred to the HPC. Any existing associations will be audited individually and, subject to approval, have their membership transferred to the HPC.
Registration Expenses Practitioner members of an HPC-approved association will transfer directly to the HPC register and only pay the annual registration fee of currently £76. Practitioners who are not members of an approved association have to individually apply with a detailed portfolio and pay £420 for the application. Practitioners who wish to avoid this expense should register as soon as possible with one of the two bodies that have been preparing in the last years for HPC audit: APA and BAAAP. There are no other Ayurvedic associations in the UK fit to qualify for HPC approval in 2013, because the minimum expected time of uninterrupted operation prior to HPC audit is stipulated as five years.
Grandparenting The start of the statutory register will be followed by a ‘grandparenting’ period of two years during which non-member practitioners can individually apply for HPC registration. Thereafter, only graduates from UK-recognised degree courses that follow the EHTPA core curriculum will be able to register. This means that after 2015, BAMS or similarly qualified practitioners from overseas will have to apply for HPC registration via the so-called ‘international route’, which is likely to involve tests of competence and language proficiency.
Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) Checks The APA has been assured by Michael Guthrie that CRB checks are not a standard expected of associations for HPC approval. Therefore, the APA executive committee has decided not to introduce mandatory CRB checks as part of the APA membership criteria.
Protected Title No decision has been made yet as to the protected title that HPC-registered practitioners will be entitled to use. This and other remaining details will be finalised in the coming months. Representing Ayurvedic Practitioners throughout the United Kingdom
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Ayurvedic Resources
Light on Ayurveda Journal (LOAJ) is a great resource of information, articles, case studies and discussions for Ayurvedic practitioners, therapists and students. It is available quarterly in print or as pdf (subscription only).
Call for APA members to contribute to LOAJ
Sue Clark, APA PR committee director, joined LOAJ as a volunteer editor over a year ago and is looking for new authors from the UK / Europe to submit papers for review. Several APA members have been contributing to the Spring 2012 issue, incl. Thomas Mueller, Anne McIntyre with a piece on herbs for mother and baby, and Dr. Vijay Murthy with an article discussing the future educational needs of Ayurveda. The issue also features an interview with Dr. Lad, as well as an article on using panchakarma after the tsunami in Japan last year.
APA members are encouraged to submit articles or case reviews either directly to Sue Clark: [email protected] or through the LOAJ website www.loaj.com.
At present a special 10th anniversary edition of LOAJ is in progress which should be available as an e-journal for all interested APA members sometime in June. Anyone who would like to receive this anniversary edition can email [email protected]
A Pukka Life: Finding Your Path to Perfect Health by Sebastian Pole
A Pukka Life is about the art of living wisely, guided by the wisdom of Ayurveda. Ayurveda is a holistic system which guides us, so we can live a healthier and more balanced lifestyle. It focuses on food, lifestyle, massage, yoga and herbal remedies to suit our individual make-up. The book’s seven chapters each relate to a specific area of wellbeing: constitution; nourishment; cleansing; rejuvenation; relaxation; strength & stillness; ecology; relationship. Written by an experienced practitioner, the book is packed with philosophical insights, dietary and nutritional info, massage and rejuvenation plans, meditation and yoga exercises, as well as the Pukka larder, an appendix of herbs and their benefits. About The Author Sebastian Pole is a trained practitioner in Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine and Western Herbalism who runs an Ayurvedic and Chinese herbal clinic in Bath. A qualified Yoga teacher and therapist, he is also co-founder of Pukka Herbs, a company who grow organic Ayurvedic herbs on over 1,000 acres of land in India. Pukka Herbs is now the UK’s leading Ayurvedic company selling a range of award-winning organic teas, herbal remedies and massage oils throughout Europe. Sebastian’s first book, Ayurvedic Medicine: The Principles of Traditional Practice, was published in 2006. APA News Update – Winter/Spring 2012
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The Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine (J-AIM) is a peer reviewed, open access international circulating professional journal led by the Institute of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine (www.iaim-frlht.org). As a trans-disciplinary platform for integrative health sciences, J-AIM aims to explore the relationships between Ayurveda, biomedicine and other contemporary health sciences encouraging meaningful collaboration to promote effective, safe and affordable global health. J-AIM is published quarterly and can be accessed online via www.jaim.in
The publications Ayurvedline & Global Ayurveda Magazine are available on subscription from [email protected]
Further resources for APA members, including peer-reviewed research articles, can be found in the Members Section of the APA website www.apa.uk.com
Pukka Newsletter Prana – Spring 2012
The winter/spring 2012 issue of Prana, the inspiring newsletter for Ayurvedic practitioners from Pukka Herbs, focuses specifically on majja dhatu, the treatment of insomnia and abhyanga. Also included is a short book review, dietary tips re food combining,
traditional Ayurvedic formulations and a yummy recipe!
To receive a free copy of Prana, please send an email to
The summer issue of Prana will be available in June 2012.
Practitioner Support Group in London The Ayurvedic practitioner support group continues to meet in London on a regular basis. Practitioners wishing to meet with colleagues, network, socialise and discuss issues related to clinical practice are welcome to attend the meetings. If you are interested in attending these meetings, please email Alex Day . [email protected] If London is too far away for you to travel, why not set up a support group in your own locality? If you do not know who else is practising in your area, visit the practitioner and therapist directory on the APA website. Practitioner Support Group in South West London and Surrey Ratna Dey-Cordukes is keen to start a group with therapists and practitioners for the South West London and Surrey area. If you are interested, please email her at [email protected] or call 020 8786 9375. New Practitioner & Therapist Support Group in Preston, North England Helen Leece is starting a support group in the North of England! If you like to be involved, please contact Helen by email at [email protected] Archway Herbal Clinic The Ayurvedic Clinic at the Archway Herbal Clinic is now open every Friday 9.30-5.30pm. This training clinic offers concession-rate Ayurvedic consultations and massage treatments carried out by trained Middlesex University Ayurveda students under supervision and guidance of a fully qualified Ayurvedic practitioner. If you know anyone who would like to benefit from this service, please refer them to: www.archwayherbal.co.uk/other-treatments.php
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APA Schedule of Events in 2012 Key Skills Seminar & Ayurvedic Dispensary Day – Greenwich These two seminars will this year be held at Ayurveda Pura in North Greenwich, London, on 15-16 March 2012. The Key Skills seminar has been created with the objective of supporting new practitioners and recent graduates in setting up and/or developing their Ayurvedic practice. The seminar focuses on the importance of developing a vision for one’s practice and addressing the factors that keep people from starting their clinic. The Ayurvedic Dispensary Day is this year all about the use of Western herbs from an Ayurvedic perspective. Spaces are limited, so book your place now at www.apa.uk.com/events/23 APA 6th Annual Multi-Track Event – London Our exciting CPD event will take place on 12 May 2012 at the Old Kilburn Library in North London from 9am to 5pm. There will be six different presentations to choose from including practical seminars. Full details are available on the APA website www.apa.uk.com/events/31 and bookings are now being taken. Dr. Vasant Lad – Watford
Dr. Lad returns for his annual series of practically oriented seminars: 27-31 October 2012 again at the Bhaktivedanta Manor, Watford. Apart from two days of Clinical Assessment with patients, this year the topics are:
• Palmistry – Paving the Path to Perfection • Iridology – Eyes are the Windows of the Soul • Bringing Spiritual Awakening into our Daily Life
Further programme details are now on our website www.apa.uk.com/events/30
The Yoga Show – London For the fourth year running the APA will have a stand at The Yoga Show on 26, 27 & 28 October 2012. This year we will be offering more presentations and will continue the successful promotion of both Ayurveda and the APA. Anyone interested in supporting our stand, please volunteer by contacting the APA office. For more information about the show, please visit www.theyogashow.co.uk/london/home.php
Seminars, Workshops & Courses by APA Members
The following information on seminars and courses may be of particular interest to your patients, so please do spread the word! And don’t forget: you can post and view course information on the
Members Section of the APA website The Yogic Path – London Saturday Workshops with Mira Mehta in West Hampstead, London from 4:15 to 6:45pm
• Ayurvedic Physiology and Yoga Practice - 17 March 2012 • Constitutional Types and Yoga Practice - 12 May 2012
These general workshops explore wider aspects of Yoga practice, linking it to theory from the Yoga texts. The aim is to build confidence in practice. Cost: £30 each workshop. To book, please contact [email protected]
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Tea & Sympathy with Ayurveda – Reigate A casual, informal gathering with Ratna Dey-Cordukes every Tuesday from 4.30pm to 5.30pm at the Yoga Ananda Centre in Reigate to discuss health issues. This is a FREE event. Ayurvedic herbal teas and nibbles will be provided. For details, please contact the Centre on 01737 222 400 or email [email protected] Ratna Dey-Cordukes & For Balance – Reigate 6 Tastes runs regular Ayurvedic Cooking classes (Spice Cabinet, Lentils, Beans & Legumes, The Good Mood Food and Soups & Salads) at the Yoga Ananda Centre in Reigate. If you are interested, please contact Ratna Dey-Cordukes: [email protected] or 020 8786 9375. For details on any of the classes, please visit www.forbalance.com/workshops/ayurvedic-cooking-classes. Each workshop runs from 10.30am to 5.30pm. Cost: £75 including lunch, snacks, herbals teas and handouts. For information and booking visit www.yogaananda.co.uk Specialised Ayurveda Weight Loss & Detox Programmes – Ireland ‘Live longer & healthier’: Practical life-long balancing strategies learned with fun at informative Ayurvedic seminars by Dr. Donn Brennan. Topics covered include digestion & weight balance with a combination of medicinal massage therapy, Yoga and Ayurvedic cuisine. This ‘Review and Renew’ Ayurveda health break is offered 16-18 April 2012 at The Carlton Atlantic Hotel & Ayurveda by C Spa, Westport, Co Mayo in Ireland. Package price: €235 (p.p. sharing).
‘Ayurveda Weight Loss & Detox Rejuvenation Programme’: lose weight & improve your life balance in 4 days at The Carlton Atlantic Hotel & Ayurveda by C Spa, Westport, Co Mayo in Ireland. You will return home feeling lighter, refreshed, fully informed and motivated for a healthier future. Dates: 22-25 April 2012 or 13-16 May 2012. Package price: €490 (p.p. sharing). For more info, please see www.atlanticcoasthotel.com/spapackages
Other Upcoming Seminars, Courses and Conferences Suksma Marma with Dr. Ernst Schrott – Lutterworth, Leicester 23-25 March 2012. Dr. Schrott has collaborated with Dr. Raju from Hyderabad in India for the past 25 years to make this course available for the first time in the UK. The course gives a basic introduction to Ayurvedic principles and pulse diagnosis, but also teaches professional marma treatment of spine and joint problems. £500 (discount of 10% to APA members and further discounts if you bring a friend). Info & bookings: www.ayurveda4all.co.uk or contact Diana Kras at [email protected] or Susan Lincoln at [email protected] Yogayurveda Conference (YAC) 2012 – Manipal, Karnataka, India 31 March 2012. The Department of Yoga and Ayurveda (Manipal University) have organised a 1-day conference on “Lifestyle Modifications for Wellness” that will feature evidence-based scientific sessions on lifestyle changes to prevent ‘silent killer’ diseases. For further info and registration, please email [email protected] 9th Annual NAMA Conference – Washington, USA 19-22 April 2012. This year's theme is: Ayurveda – Healing People, Healing Communities. Full conference programme and booking information: www.ayurvedanama.org/conferences 14th International Ayurveda Symposium – Birstein, Germany One of the most interesting Ayurveda conferences in Europe, this annual symposium will take place again 8-9 September 2012 at the European Academy of Ayurveda in Birstein (near Frankfurt), Germany. Unique lectures and workshops of internationally renowned scientists and Ayurvedic doctors will be accompanied by inspiring talks, panel discussions and exchange among colleagues. The main topics this year include Rasayana & Oncology. For more info, please visit www.ayurveda-akademie.org/en/symposien-und-events/ayurveda-symposium