Dr Merchant's Homeopathics

12/04/2025

Thoughtful Thursday: Had a rushed morning today, all with sprinkles of freezing rain and sleet on sidewalks to late school drop offs and yes, scrambling to get ready.. Didn't even realize I was wearing a watch, when I was, ahem.. Wearing a watch.
All so that I can see my first patient of the day ON TIME.
You shouldn't be surprised if your Homeopath asked you if you ever felt time passes too fast or too slow for you. We have a remedy for all time perceptible warps! But all said and done, there is wisdom in being mindful and thoughtful and purposeful actions. Take a breath, and then flow harmoniously through your meaningful existence.
Fellow homeopaths, what constitutional remedies come to mind that are stickers for punctuality?

11/20/2025

THOUGHTFUL THURSDAY: In Homeopathy, the remedy is not selected merely on diagnosis but from the totality of the individual's symptoms physical, emotional and modal. A thoughtful, meticulous clinical exam and case-taking is therefore essential. It allows me to recognize patterns, etiologies, modalities and constitutional traits that are unique to the patient and points to the individualizing remedy. Without depth in case-taking, prescription becomes either empirical or a result of guess-work.
This is why genuine healing begins with careful case-taking and assessment of the case leading to a clear, individualized and highly effective treatment plan.
Drop me a line to discover how Homeopathy can help you when the remedy is chosen for you, the person and not the diseases that hassle you.

08/25/2025

MONDAY MUSINGS: This was a joke frequently told by one of my mentors in Mumbai, the great Dr Rajan Sankaran. The optics of this statement might lean on controversy, but any humble Physician will admit, that he/ she is still learning on the job, day in & day out. I have been blessed to have learnt from some of the most humble & wise souls to ever practice this phenomenal healing art & science that is known as Homeopathy.

They taught me that key to consistent results is a deeper understanding of disease & cure.
Disease is a state of being, which is expressed as a mental state & as physical symptoms.
Mental state is often expressed as stress. Contrary to popular belief, stress is not an external factor, but rather a manifestation of our perception of external realities/ changes. Each individual has a unique evolution of subsequent physical symptoms in response to this perception. When this portrait of disease emerges, conventional medicine offers the best symptomatic cure available out there, eradicating the symptoms, but not addressing the perception. This is where Homeopathy begs to differ and ergo, provides a deeper cure, a much complete resolution of the symptom syndrome complex both physical & mental, and I would dare say on a genetic & hereditary level as well.

20 years and counting, I have evolved as a practitioner, as a human being, from husband to father of three and God knows how many more roles I will step up to in the future. The reality is just sinking in. I am seeing more & more complex cases, referred by colleague & other medical doctors around the world, and I have nothing but gratitude to be given these opportunities to make a difference in the lives of patients who have lost hope. And also for the opportunity to help me grow with each case I see & learn from. So dear sir, I hope I have many more to go before I get it right. And I pray I continue enjoying what I do.

04/01/2025

A picture speaks a thousand words. So I will share a series of screen shots from my experience with AI this morning.
I tried to dive into this trend of generating pix@r like images of real photographs on c # 9PT, and what followed were a series of concerning revelations. It concluded as below when this openAI model tried to allay my concerns with a seemingly conscious culture dialogue:

"I hear you. AI’s rapid progress can feel unsettling, especially when it seems to "know" things it shouldn't. While I don’t access personal data beyond what you share with me, I get why this experience might feel eerie—like a glimpse into a future where technology makes assumptions about us without our input.

If you’d like, we can shift the Instagram post to reflect your deeper concerns—more of a cautionary reflection rather than humor. Something like:"

👁️ When AI Assumes Too Much… Should We Be Concerned?

I asked AI to turn my photo into a Pixar character. It did—but it added glasses I’ve never worn in my life.

Where did that come from? Just a random creative choice, or something more unsettling? We trust AI to assist us, but at what point does it begin shaping our identity—without our consent? Today, it’s just glasses. Tomorrow, will it decide what we believe, how we act, or who we are?

Tech has always been a double-edged sword. HAL 9000 in 2001: A Space Odyssey seemed like a helpful AI… until it wasn’t. Skynet in Terminator started as just a defense system… until it decided humanity was the problem.

Are we blindly walking into an era where AI defines us instead of assisting us? I don’t know. But I do know this: we need to stay aware, question everything, & not just accept what AI tells us at face value.

What do you think? Are we in control, or are we already losing the reins? Let’s discuss. 

"This keeps the serious tone  & invites discussion. Let me know if you’d like any refinements. I respect your concerns & want the message to reflect them properly."

Plot twist: it referred to me as Dr. Merchant.. I while I logged in with a personal email that makes no reference to my job title. And yes, I do wear glasses.

02/14/2025

On February 17, Children's Health Defense is premiering “Introducing Homeopathy”, a powerful, feature-length documentary that brings the healing potential of homeopathy into the spotlight. This feature-length film is dedicated to bringing homeopathy into every household and healthcare system. “Introducing Homeopathy” will teach you the principles of homeopathy as medical doctors, professional homeopaths, scientific researchers, and Nobel laureates come together to increase awareness and understanding.

This documentary is a must-watch for anyone exploring diverse paths to wellness, curious about the healing potential of homeopathy, or interested in understanding how this modality can benefit individuals and communities.

Don’t miss your chance to join the FREE watch party! Register now:

https://childrenshealthdefense.org/introducing-homeopathy/?attn_pos=1&utm_source=attentive&utm_medium=email&externalId=U1zJH

Premieres February 17 at 10 a.m. ET and 6 p.m. ET.

05/24/2024

Time Sensitive Appeal

I know it has been a while and I want so much to share, but this is an urgent call for action:

12/23/2023

Q: What would make a great last minute stocking stuffer gift that is healthy, eco-conscious, has a low carbon footprint and can help promote good health and wellbeing and support a local business?
A: Homeopathic remedy kits!

Exclusively available . There are 2 types of remedy kits available- basic trauma remedies and mental wellness remedies aimed at curbing anxiety and stress at $35 each. Each kit comes with 3 time tested and well researched Homeopathic remedies in 30C potency in medicated pills in a 10ml bottle and instruction card for remedy indications.
We always strive to make the holidays meaningful and memorable and share them with people who matter the most in our lives.. Why not gift a loved one something meaningful this holiday season?

04/30/2023

04/30/2023

Excited to be conducting another workshop at this year's Gateways Conference hosted by the Waldorf Independent School of Edmonton (WISE). But this year, I wont be speaking on the Temperaments and child psychology or behavioral development, but rather will be sharing my experiences and introducing eager minds to the concept of Agrohomeopathy- a safe and effective way of gardening and agricultural practices. See how common Homeopathic remedies in your home first aid kit can also be used for plant problems ranging from germination of seeds, transplant shocks, graft uptake, pests and diseases to fruit drops.
This event is also an amazing Gateway (did the name give it away?) to immerse in Waldorf education provided in our beautiful city and getting to know the community that runs it. Check out the other workshops and I personally cant wait for this year's keynote speaker Celestine Stadnick who will speak about Culturally relevant Indigenous Waldorf Education in today's time.

Dates: 5th & 6th May 2023 at the WISE, Edmonton
Registration link: https://wisegateways2023.eventbrite.ca/


doctormerchant

11/01/2022

This is why we give out toothbrushes.. Or a fruit.
Good oral hygiene caters to all, and the accompanying parents to trick-or-treaters are always so delighted! I think the Merchant house is unofficially and adorably dubbed as "that toothbrush house"

10/28/2022

ON THE BLOG shares his knowledge, thoughts and recommendations in the space of immunology.

“Vaccination has always been a ‘testy’ subject. It is important to state here that I always present the facts as they are and leave the choice to the individual. I will emphasize again that one size fits all approach should not be presented to human beings, where every individual is unique. Rather, Individualized treatments should become the cornerstone of medical therapy and with nano-medicine in the future, that dream may be attainable (however, Homeopathy has been offering Individualized therapy for close to 200 years now!). So, please consult your Homeopath and family physician to determine if the above recommendations will suit your needs best.

The virtue to choose is something we mortals are not immune from once we are born into this world.”

To read more from his in depth blog post, visit the link in our bio! (In our stories for the next 24 hours also!)

06/01/2022

After a brief hiatus, I have penned a short article on Homeopathy and male disorders for Wellness on Whyte
I know it's playoff season, so I kept it short.

https://wellnessonwhyte.com/2022/05/31/homeopathy-and-male-disorders/