Patient Area · Perioperative Care

Your surgery with greater
safety and peace of mind

Perioperative care guidelines integrating Anesthesiology and Ayurveda — so you arrive on surgery day with body and mind fully prepared.

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Important notice: The information on this page is intended for informational and support purposes only. It does not replace individualised clinical assessment or the recommendations of your own doctor. If you have any questions, always consult your doctor.

Perioperative Care

What you will find here

Accessible and welcoming guidance for every phase — before, during, and after your surgery.

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Pre-operative
Diet & Preparation

Guidance on light nutrition, digestive spices, and how to prepare your body in the weeks before surgery.

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Daily practice
Pranayama

Breathing techniques on video to reduce anxiety, improve oxygenation, and strengthen your immune system before surgery.

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Mind & emotions
Guided Meditations

Meditations created especially for the pre-operative period. Reduce fear and find calm before your procedure.

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Therapeutic nutrition
Recovery Recipes

Home preparations that support healing and post-operative recovery using simple, accessible ingredients.

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Home remedies
Ayurvedic Preparations

Plants and spices that help reduce inflammation and strengthen the body — simple, affordable, and effective.

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Complete guide
Perioperative Guide

All guidance in one place — fasting, hygiene, documents, sleep, companion and more. Available as PDF.

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Video Content

Educational Videos

Practical video guidance for every phase of your perioperative care.

Pre-operative
Nutrition in the 48h before surgery
Pranayama
Nadi Shodhana — breathing for surgical anxiety
Post-operative
Kitchari: the food of recovery
Pranayama
Bhramari — the humming breath that calms the nervous system
Self-care
Abhyanga: self-massage for recovery
Remedies
Golden milk: turmeric and pepper in recovery

To listen before
your surgery

Meditations created especially for the perioperative period. Available for free on YouTube.

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Meditating through the three phases of general anesthesia from an Ayurvedic perspective
YouTube · Dr Karine Meller
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How Pre-Operative Fasting Can Affect You
YouTube · Dr Karine Meller
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Surrender to Anesthesia
YouTube · Dr Karine Meller
Therapeutic Recipes

Foods and Preparations
for Every Phase

Pre-operative · Food
Preparation Kitchari

Basmati rice and yellow lentils with digestive spices. Light, nourishing, and ideal for the last meals before surgery.

Pre-operative · Drink
Calming Tridoshic Tea

Ginger, cardamom, and fennel. Reduces bloating, improves digestion, and prepares the system for pre-surgical fasting.

Pre-operative · Remedy
Golden Milk

Turmeric, black pepper, and ghee in warm milk. A powerful anti-inflammatory for the weeks leading up to the procedure.

Perioperative Care Guide

All guidance in one place — nutrition, fasting, sleep, hygiene, documents, companion support, and more.

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The information on this website is for informational purposes only and does not replace medical consultation, diagnosis, or the guidance of your doctor. If you have any questions about your health or your procedure, always consult the professional responsible for your care.