An Island of Innovation: Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa Appoints New Spa Director Dr. Anand Prayaga

The Island Spa at Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa expands into a new chapter of innovation with the appointment of Dr. Anand Prayaga as Spa Director. The naturopathic physician draws on an inspiring career underpinned by a passion for holistic healing, serving others, and making a difference.

Born in Kerala, India, Dr. Anand struggled with health issues during childhood that weren’t solved by a conventional approach. The discovery of naturopathy and yoga set him on a path to wellbeing that in turn motivated him to help others. After studying Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences at Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences Bangalore, Dr. Anand went on to share his skills practising acupuncture aboard Canyon Ranch Spa Club at Sea. Not only did the experience fuel his love of travel, it allowed him to treat a wide range of conditions in people from around the globe.

The following 17 years saw Dr. Anand hone his superlative skills across a range of healthcare settings including at Kerala-based Kavilbhavan Yoga & Nature Cure Hospital, and at Prakritishakti Clinic of Natural Medicine where he was Senior Medical Officer. He’s passionate about driving exceptional patient outcomes through naturopathic medicine, acupuncture, yoga therapy, and nutrition—and cannot wait to bring a new wave of health and healing to The Island Spa.

At the heart of Dr. Anand’s ethos lies a focus on treating the root cause of illness rather than just the symptoms. He believes in the body's innate ability to heal itself and finds joy in helping others reclaim health in a natural, balanced, and sustainable way. At The Island Spa, guests can look forward to discovering practical ways to incorporate naturopathy into daily life. Practices such as gentle detox practices, lifestyle modifications, stress management techniques, and the use of food as medicine, are all in Dr. Anand’s toolkit.

“My vision is to create a sanctuary where body and mind heal together in harmony,” he says, already excited to lead the familial team at The Island Spa into new realms of evolution. “Through therapeutic treatments and mindful movement, guests will have the opportunity to reconnect with themselves on a deeper level. The goal is for each person to leave not only feeling relaxed, but also more balanced, empowered, and inspired to continue their healing journey beyond the spa.”

It’s in the embrace of the ocean-inspired sanctuary that guests will benefit from Dr. Anand’s philosophy that healing takes time, patience and self-compassion. Much like the surrounding waves lapping the shore, he asserts that small, consistent changes often lead to the most profound and lasting transformation.