Mosaraf Ali
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Mosaraf Ali is a physician
trained in both Western and Indian medicine and a leading proponent of integrated medicine (the mixing of conventional medicine and alternative medicine
). He is the author of a number of books including: Dr Ali's Women's Health Bible, Dr Ali's Weight Loss Programme, The Integrated Health Bible, Therapeutic Yoga, Dr Ali's Ultimate Back Book and Dr Ali's Nutrition Bible. He is also the author of a chapter in a book entitled The Future of the NHS
(2006) (ISBN 1-85811-369-5). Ali also wrote a column on "integrated medicine" for UK's Mail on Sunday
for five years. Ali specializes in Integrated Medicine and Health Screening, Integrated Physical Therapy, Ayurveda
, Unani Medicine
and Marma Therapy.
Mosaraf Ali grew up in Asansol
, the second largest city in West Bengal
as well as in Howrah. He trained as a doctor at the University of Delhi
and then the Central Institute for Advanced Medical Studies in Moscow
from 1973 to 1982 where he studied iridology
, tongue diagnosis, pulse diagnosis
, fasting therapy and naturopathy. After a stint in rural India studying homeopathy
, herbalism
and medical fasting
, and working in Hong Kong
at the Vital Life Centre from 1988 until May 1991, he came to London
to work at the Hale Clinic where his therapies reportedly proved successful for patients such as Sarah Miles
and Ava Gardner
. Following this he worked towards establishing a clinic where both complementary and conventional treatment would be offered with the help in particular of Prince Charles who also wrote the foreword to his 2001 book The Integrated Health Bible. In 1998 he opened the Integrated Medical Centre in London
with a team of fifteen doctors and therapists. Ali also operates a charity clinic in the village of Sagoor in Kangra valley
.
Physician
A physician is a health care provider who practices the profession of medicine, which is concerned with promoting, maintaining or restoring human health through the study, diagnosis, and treatment of disease, injury and other physical and mental impairments...
trained in both Western and Indian medicine and a leading proponent of integrated medicine (the mixing of conventional medicine and alternative medicine
Alternative medicine
Alternative medicine is any healing practice, "that does not fall within the realm of conventional medicine." It is based on historical or cultural traditions, rather than on scientific evidence....
). He is the author of a number of books including: Dr Ali's Women's Health Bible, Dr Ali's Weight Loss Programme, The Integrated Health Bible, Therapeutic Yoga, Dr Ali's Ultimate Back Book and Dr Ali's Nutrition Bible. He is also the author of a chapter in a book entitled The Future of the NHS
The Future of the NHS
The Future of the NHS is a book published by xpl Publishing in 2006 . It is edited by Dr Michelle Tempest and brings together forty-four leading experts in the fields of health care, politics and policy making...
(2006) (ISBN 1-85811-369-5). Ali also wrote a column on "integrated medicine" for UK's Mail on Sunday
Daily Mail
The Daily Mail is a British daily middle-market tabloid newspaper owned by the Daily Mail and General Trust. First published in 1896 by Lord Northcliffe, it is the United Kingdom's second biggest-selling daily newspaper after The Sun. Its sister paper The Mail on Sunday was launched in 1982...
for five years. Ali specializes in Integrated Medicine and Health Screening, Integrated Physical Therapy, Ayurveda
Ayurveda
Ayurveda or ayurvedic medicine is a system of traditional medicine native to India and a form of alternative medicine. In Sanskrit, words , meaning "longevity", and , meaning "knowledge" or "science". The earliest literature on Indian medical practice appeared during the Vedic period in India,...
, Unani Medicine
Unani
Unani-tibb or Unani Medicine also spelled Yunani Medicine means "Greek Medicine", and is a form of traditional medicine widely practiced in South Asia...
and Marma Therapy.
Mosaraf Ali grew up in Asansol
Asansol
Asansol is a coal mining and industrial metropolis and one of the busiest commercial centres in India. It is the second largest city and urban agglomeration in West Bengal after Kolkata and the 19th largest urban agglomeration in India. Asansol is located in the western part of the Burdwan...
, the second largest city in West Bengal
West Bengal
West Bengal is a state in the eastern region of India and is the nation's fourth-most populous. It is also the seventh-most populous sub-national entity in the world, with over 91 million inhabitants. A major agricultural producer, West Bengal is the sixth-largest contributor to India's GDP...
as well as in Howrah. He trained as a doctor at the University of Delhi
University of Delhi
The University of Delhi is a central university situated in Delhi, India and is funded by Government of India. Established in 1922, it offers courses at the undergraduate and post-graduate level. Vice-President of India Mohammad Hamid Ansari is the Chancellor of the university...
and then the Central Institute for Advanced Medical Studies in Moscow
Moscow
Moscow is the capital, the most populous city, and the most populous federal subject of Russia. The city is a major political, economic, cultural, scientific, religious, financial, educational, and transportation centre of Russia and the continent...
from 1973 to 1982 where he studied iridology
Iridology
Iridology Iridology Iridology (also known as iridodiagnosis or iridiagnosis is an alternative medicine technique whose proponents claim that patterns, colors, and other characteristics of the iris can be examined to determine information about a patient's systemic health...
, tongue diagnosis, pulse diagnosis
Pulse diagnosis
Pulse diagnosis is a technique used in traditional medicines such as in Ayurveda, Chinese medicine, or early Greek medicine.In Ayurveda, advocates claim that by taking a pulse examination, humoral imbalances such as the three Doshas - Vata, Pitta, and Kaphha - can be diagnosed.In Traditional...
, fasting therapy and naturopathy. After a stint in rural India studying homeopathy
Homeopathy
Homeopathy is a form of alternative medicine in which practitioners claim to treat patients using highly diluted preparations that are believed to cause healthy people to exhibit symptoms that are similar to those exhibited by the patient...
, herbalism
Herbalism
Herbalism is a traditional medicinal or folk medicine practice based on the use of plants and plant extracts. Herbalism is also known as botanical medicine, medical herbalism, herbal medicine, herbology, herblore, and phytotherapy...
and medical fasting
Fasting
Fasting is primarily the act of willingly abstaining from some or all food, drink, or both, for a period of time. An absolute fast is normally defined as abstinence from all food and liquid for a defined period, usually a single day , or several days. Other fasts may be only partially restrictive,...
, and working in Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Hong Kong is one of two Special Administrative Regions of the People's Republic of China , the other being Macau. A city-state situated on China's south coast and enclosed by the Pearl River Delta and South China Sea, it is renowned for its expansive skyline and deep natural harbour...
at the Vital Life Centre from 1988 until May 1991, he came to London
London
London is the capital city of :England and the :United Kingdom, the largest metropolitan area in the United Kingdom, and the largest urban zone in the European Union by most measures. Located on the River Thames, London has been a major settlement for two millennia, its history going back to its...
to work at the Hale Clinic where his therapies reportedly proved successful for patients such as Sarah Miles
Sarah Miles
-Early life and career:Sarah Miles was born in the small town of Ingatestone, Essex, in South East England.She first attended Roedean but at the age of 15 she enrolled at RADA, the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art...
and Ava Gardner
Ava Gardner
Ava Lavinia Gardner was an American actress.She was signed to a contract by MGM Studios in 1941 and appeared mainly in small roles until she drew attention with her performance in The Killers . She became one of Hollywood's leading actresses, considered one of the most beautiful women of her day...
. Following this he worked towards establishing a clinic where both complementary and conventional treatment would be offered with the help in particular of Prince Charles who also wrote the foreword to his 2001 book The Integrated Health Bible. In 1998 he opened the Integrated Medical Centre in London
London
London is the capital city of :England and the :United Kingdom, the largest metropolitan area in the United Kingdom, and the largest urban zone in the European Union by most measures. Located on the River Thames, London has been a major settlement for two millennia, its history going back to its...
with a team of fifteen doctors and therapists. Ali also operates a charity clinic in the village of Sagoor in Kangra valley
Kangra district
Kangra is the most populous district of the state of Himachal Pradesh, India. Dharamsala is the administrative headquarters of the district.-Geography:Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh is situated in Western Himalayas between 31°2 to...
.