Journal of Yoga & Physical Therapy
Open Access

Gurjeet S Birdee

Biography

Dr. Birdee is an Assistant Professor in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, Director of Research at the Center for Integrative Health, mind-body researcher, and yoga therapist. His interests include clinical application of mind-body practices including yoga, tai chi, meditation, and martial arts. He completed an Internal Medicine and Pediatrics Residency at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital. After residency, he was a fellow in the Integrative Medicine Research and Faculty Development Fellowship at Osher Research Center at Harvard Medical School. He received a Masters of Public Health from Harvard School of Public Health. He has completed more than 500 hour yoga training in the Krishnamacharya tradition. His research focuses on the translation, evaluation, and potential mechanisms of mind-body techniques for patients with chronic disease and health prevention. He practices Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

Relevant Topics