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At Pai Wellness Center, we treat chronic conditions — from hypertension and diabetes to obesity and osteoarthritis — through the time-tested principles of traditional allopathic medicine, thoughtfully integrated with Ayurveda and functional care. Personalised treatment that addresses the root, not just the symptom.
Our deepest belief is this: the body, mind, and spirit are not separate parts to be treated in isolation. They are one continuous whole — and true healing happens only when all three are tended to together.
A weight-loss plan that ignores the mind will not last. A treatment for anxiety that overlooks the body misses half the story. Hormonal balance without inner peace is incomplete. At Pai Wellness, we treat the whole person, always.
And the journey toward wellness, we believe, should never feel like a burden. It should feel warm. Joyful. Even beautiful. Healing is not a sentence to be served — it is a return to the self. We walk this path alongside you, with care, patience, and the deep conviction that getting better can also feel wonderful.
Our practice is grounded in traditional allopathic medicine — the rigorous, evidence-based system you know and trust. Within that framework, we thoughtfully incorporate Ayurveda and functional medicine where they add depth, perspective, and a more complete view of healing.
This integration means every patient receives the diagnostic precision and clinical care of Western internal medicine — combined, when appropriate, with the time-tested wisdom of Ayurveda. The result is care that honours both body, mind, and spirit, while remaining firmly rooted in modern medical practice.
Dr. Pai completed her medical degree at Kasturba Medical College — one of India's top-three medical schools, now part of Manipal Academy of Higher Education. She trained in Internal Medicine and Primary Care at the historic Cook County Hospital in Chicago.
Board-certified in Obesity Medicine, she brings specialised expertise in hormone replacement therapy, functional medicine, and Ayurvedic medicine. Her practice is grounded in traditional allopathic medicine, thoughtfully integrated with Ayurveda — a rare combination that allows her to meet each patient with both clinical rigour and a deeper, whole-person perspective.
She is especially passionate about women's healthcare — from menstrual and hormonal balance to fertility, menopause, and the metabolic conditions women often face throughout life.
Our patients speak to the quality of care, the thoughtfulness of our approach, and the real results they experience.
"Dr. Pai listened to me in a way no other doctor had. She didn't dismiss my concerns, she investigated deeply, integrated conventional and Ayurvedic approaches, and actually helped me feel better. I'm so grateful."
"After years of struggling with my weight and being dismissed, Dr. Pai took a comprehensive approach. She combined modern medicine with Ayurveda in a way that made sense and actually worked. Life-changing."
"Dr. Pai's integrative approach gave me answers I'd been searching for. She explained everything clearly, answered all my questions, and genuinely cares about her patients' wellbeing. Highly recommend."
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Our practice specialises in lifestyle and metabolic conditions, treated through traditional allopathic medicine and, where beneficial, integrated with Ayurvedic and functional approaches.
Calming therapies, herbal support, and stress-management protocols to bring blood pressure into a sustainable range without lifelong escalation of medication.
Hypertension · Pitta-VataPersonalised dietary protocols, classical herbal formulations, and lifestyle interventions to support healthy glucose metabolism and prevent complications.
Type 2 · PramehaA sustainable, non-restrictive approach to weight management — addressing digestive fire, metabolism, and the patterns that cause weight to accumulate.
Sthaulya · Medo-RogaGentle, non-habit-forming protocols using oils, herbs, and rituals to restore natural sleep cycles and address the underlying vata imbalance.
Anidra · VataCompassionate, integrated care for the mind and nervous system. We combine modern psychiatric medicine — SSRIs, anxiolytics, counselling and referrals where needed — with dosha-based Ayurvedic therapies. Anxiety often reflects a vata imbalance; depression a heavy, congested kapha or stagnant pitta state. Treatments include Shirodhara, Abhyanga, adaptogenic herbs (ashwagandha, brahmi), breath work, and lifestyle rhythm to bring the doshas back into balance.
Manas Roga · Vata-KaphaSpecialised care for menstrual irregularities, PCOS, fertility support, menopausal transitions and overall reproductive health.
Stree Roga · All agesExternal therapies — medicated oil applications, herbal poultices and panchakarma — combined with internal medicines to ease joint pain and improve mobility.
Sandhi-Vata · AamavataObesity has become one of the most pressing health challenges of our time — a true pandemic and national crisis. Alongside it, the hormonal transitions of midlife are too often dismissed or undertreated. At Pai Wellness Center, both are central to our practice.
The CDC, WHO, and AMA recognise obesity as a disease — yet too many patients have been told to "just eat less and move more." That advice has failed millions of Americans. Obesity is a complex, chronic, metabolic condition that deserves rigorous medical treatment.
As a board-certified obesity medicine specialist, Dr. Pai offers a thoughtful, evidence-based approach: comprehensive assessment, modern pharmacotherapy when appropriate, lifestyle and nutritional guidance, and Ayurvedic principles to support sustainable change.
Perimenopause and menopause are not the end of vitality — but the symptoms (hot flashes, sleep loss, weight gain, brain fog, low libido, mood shifts) deserve real care. Men, too, experience hormonal decline that affects energy, mood, muscle mass and overall wellbeing.
We offer expert hormone replacement therapy, hormonal evaluation, and personalised support — integrating modern medicine with Ayurvedic and functional approaches to help you feel like yourself again.
Every patient on a weight-loss journey receives a fully individualised nutrition plan and a personalised exercise programme — designed around their body, their constitution, their lifestyle, and their goals.
We do not believe in generic protocols or one-size-fits-all advice. Your metabolism, your daily rhythm, your medical history, and your dosha all shape the path forward. Each plan is crafted with care, refined over time, and evolves with you as you heal.
Dr. Pai is committed to making comprehensive, integrated care accessible to all. We accept all major insurance plans, Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurance. Cash pay options are also available for those who prefer them.
Obesity and hormonal health are not personal failings — they are medical conditions that deserve serious, compassionate, evidence-based care. Every patient deserves to be heard, evaluated thoroughly, and treated with the full range of tools modern medicine offers.
Every treatment plan is built around you — your constitution, your history, your goals. Here's how the journey unfolds.
A detailed assessment of your constitution, current imbalances, lifestyle and medical history.
Classical Ayurvedic diagnostics — pulse, tongue and observation — alongside modern reports.
A personalised protocol of herbal medicines, therapies, diet and lifestyle guidance.
Regular check-ins to refine the protocol as your body responds and rebalances.
We treat the whole person — body, mind, and spirit — through evidence-based allopathic medicine, integrated with Ayurvedic insight. Through partnerships with state-of-the-art laboratories and imaging centres, we offer our patients diagnostic clarity that informs every aspect of their care.
Extensive lab panels through partnered diagnostic laboratories — metabolic, hormonal, inflammatory, and nutritional markers to uncover the root of imbalance.
Advanced cardiovascular assessment including ECG, stress testing, echocardiography, and coronary risk profiling — performed through accredited specialty centres.
State-of-the-art whole-body MRI screening for early detection and complete anatomical insight, in collaboration with leading imaging centres.
Every test is purposeful. We order what your story and constitution call for — not a blanket protocol — so the data we gather genuinely informs your care.
Life moves fast. That shouldn't mean compromising on healthcare. Dr. Pai offers same-day and next-day telemedicine appointments so you can access expert care without disrupting your schedule — whether you're at work, traveling, or simply need quick, convenient access to thoughtful medicine.
No waiting weeks for an appointment. No sitting in a waiting room. Just secure, HIPAA-compliant video consultations from your home, office, or anywhere with an internet connection.
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Two locations serving the Chicago metropolitan area.
A second Pai Wellness Center is on the way to serve patients in the city. Stay tuned for our opening.
Personalised, in-person care at our New Lenox office — with a second location in Chicago opening soon.
120 Batson Court, Suite 201
New Lenox, IL 60451
Our second location — opening in Chicago. Stay tuned for the address and opening date.
We're committed to making integrative wellness accessible. Pai Wellness Center is in-network with most major insurance plans, including Medicare, Medicaid, and all leading commercial carriers. Our team will gladly verify your benefits before your first visit — at no cost to you.
Don't see your provider listed? We accept virtually all commercial insurance plans. Give us a call and we'll verify your coverage.
Prefer not to use insurance? We offer transparent, competitive self-pay rates for all consultations and services. Quality integrative care should be accessible to everyone — no insurance required.
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