Dr. Anand Prayaga
Director of The Island Spa and Naturopathy Physician
Four Seasons Tenure
- Since June 2025
- First Four Seasons Assignment: Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa
Employment History
- Prakritishakti Clinic of Natural Medicine, Kerala, India; Kavilbhavan Yoga & Nature Cure Hospital, Kerala, India; Visiting Lecturer in Yoga at PN Paniker College of Ayurveda, Kanhangad, India
Birthplace
- Kerala, India
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences Bangalore, India; MBA from EMBA Healthcare and Hospital and Hotel Management; Online Executive MBA from NIBM GLOBAL
Languages Spoken
- English, Malayalam, Tamil, Kannada
Presence, honesty, and care are the three guiding principles in Dr. Anand’s life, and 17-year career, with roots dating back to his village upbringing in Kerala, India. Like many healers before him, Dr. Anand struggled with health issues as a child that weren’t solved by conventional approaches. His own journey of ill-health led to his discovery of naturopathy, a path that would ultimately transform his life.
First, a bachelor's degree in Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences Bangalore. Next, fuelled by his passion for travel, Dr. Anand took his new knowledge, and ancient skills learnt in his homeland, out into the world by begining his career as an acupuncturist on cruise ships, travelling and connecting with people from around the globe.
As his confidence developed, Dr. Anand began applying naturopathic tools to diverse health issues and knew he had found his calling. “Seeing clients experience real transformation - whether relief from chronic symptoms, improved energy, or a deeper sense of peace - is incredibly fulfilling,” he says, musing on the joys of serving others. “Every step I’ve taken in my career has been driven by a passion for holistic healing; it’s profoundly rewarding to see that passion making a difference.”
And make a difference it has, across a range of healthcare settings. Dr. Anand honed his superlative skills, first as Medical Officer at Kavilbhavan Yoga & Nature Cure Hospital in Kerala, then serving for seven years as Senior Medical Officer at Prakritishakti Clinic of Natural Medicine in the same state. Here, he not only developed and implemented patient-led clinical and wellness protocols, but he evolved into the person-centred yet ambitious team leader he is toda, a perfect fit for the expert and familial team at Kuda Huraa.
Dr. Anand's outlook is underpinned by a unique integrity. “I live by truth, guided by empathy and a commitment to serve others with kindness," he explains. Equally important is his focus on treating the root cause of illness, rather than just the symptoms, motivated by a belief in the body’s innate capacity to heal itself.
For Dr. Anand, living a happy, healthy life shouldn’t feel out of reach for anyone. “I particularly enjoy sharing practical aspects of naturopathy that guests can easily incorporate into their daily lives such as natural detox practices, lifestyle modifications, stress management techniques, and the use of food as medicine,” he comments. He also noted that adding small, consistent changes and a preventive, personalized approach, are the secret to lasting improvements.
The ocean-inspired sanctuary of The Island Spa at Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa is the ideal home for Dr. Anand’s intuitively caring and knowledgeable approach. And he's fizzing with ideas for his next chapter: “My vision is to integrate naturopathy, yoga therapy, acupuncture, and personalized nutrition into a cohesive wellness experience for body and mind,” he says. “The goal is for each person to leave feeling empowered to continue their healing journey back home.”
Driven by his dedication to listening, both to the individual and to what the body is trying to communicate, Dr Anand integrates the same principles into his own life by sitting in silence and having regular digital detoxes, both of which are key to his own relaxation. Guests might also spot him reading and listening to music, and soaking up the blissful garden vibes of his new island home.
