The Buddha's Medicine

The Buddha's Medicine Integrative Ayurvedic medicine focused on accessible, holistic, and individualized care.

Our aim is to bring the Eastern and Western healing arts together in simple, accessible ways. We seek to help prevent imbalance and illness in those who are well, and to support those who feel imbalanced or ill in their recovery. We offer these services as part of a complete healthy living framework as we strive towards this goal:

1) Ayurvedic consultation and treatment

Including the use of o

rganic medicinal herbs in custom formulations, lifestyle and food as medicine, and manual pressure point therapy

2) Thai bodywork

Promoting optimal body clarity and function with gentle pressure, guided stretching, and deep relaxation

3) Yoga

Both the philosophy and practice, using healing meditations, exercises for body and breath, and approaches to self-reflection

A foundation and ongoing training in western medicine sets the stage, helping to fluidly bring the above three modalities into the context of living in today’s world.

A deeply restorative mini-retreat blending the subconscious healing of Yoga Nidra with the energetic precision of Ayurve...
07/23/2025

A deeply restorative mini-retreat blending the subconscious healing of Yoga Nidra with the energetic precision of Ayurvedic Marma Massage.

Date: Sunday July 27
Time 2:15 - 4:15pm
Location: Yoga on Yamhill
124 Southwest Yamhill Street
Portland, OR, 97204

Led by Dr. Matt Van Auken, MD, Ayurvedic Physician & Clinical Hypnotherapist, with hands-on support from Ayurvedic massage expert Mauri McKitrick, LMT—this is where ancient medicine meets modern nervous system care.

Whether you're navigating burnout, anxiety, chronic pain, or just need to fully exhale, this experience is for you.

All are welcome.

Ever left a consultation knowing exactly what to do—only to feel stuck when it’s time to actually do it?You’re not alone...
07/22/2025

Ever left a consultation knowing exactly what to do—only to feel stuck when it’s time to actually do it?

You’re not alone.
At The Buddha’s Medicine, we see this all the time: bright, committed clients with a detailed treatment plan and every intention to follow through—but something gets in the way.

• Time feels scarce
• Old habits creep in
• Perfectionism stalls progress
• Family resists your changes

This is human. And it’s exactly why our approach goes beyond the treatment plan.

Our Ayurvedic Lifestyle Coach will help you bridge the gap between insight and implementation—with practical strategies, gentle accountability, and lots of compassion.

Together, we’ll build a healing routine that actually fits your life—one small, sustainable step at a time.

Schedule your free consultation with Dr. Matt today.

At our practice we believe Ayurveda is a complete medical science, offering it’s own unique frame of reference for under...
07/21/2025

At our practice we believe Ayurveda is a complete medical science, offering it’s own unique frame of reference for understanding human beings and the world that we all live in.

Discover how Ayurveda can help you heal from the inside out.

Book your first session today.

A deeply restorative mini-retreat blending the subconscious healing of Yoga Nidra with the energetic precision of Ayurve...
07/18/2025

A deeply restorative mini-retreat blending the subconscious healing of Yoga Nidra with the energetic precision of Ayurvedic Marma Massage.

Date: Sunday July 27
Time 2:15 - 4:15pm
Location:
124 Southwest Yamhill Street
Portland, OR, 97204

Led by Dr. Matt Van Auken, MD, Ayurvedic Physician & Clinical Hypnotherapist, with hands-on support from Ayurvedic massage expert Mauri McKitrick, LMT—this is where ancient medicine meets modern nervous system care.

Whether you're navigating burnout, anxiety, chronic pain, or just need to fully exhale, this experience is for you.

All are welcome.

Curious about how Ayurveda can support your health or your family’s well-being?Book your free 15-minute consultation wit...
07/17/2025

Curious about how Ayurveda can support your health or your family’s well-being?

Book your free 15-minute consultation with Dr. Matt today.

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Our devices aren’t going anywhere—but neither is ancient wisdom.Ayurveda offers simple, timeless tools to help your fami...
07/16/2025

Our devices aren’t going anywhere—but neither is ancient wisdom.

Ayurveda offers simple, timeless tools to help your family create a healthier relationship with technology—without having to disconnect from the world.

Swipe through for 6 easy tips to support balance, better sleep, and less stress in our screen-filled lives.

Want guidance tailored to you or your child?

Book a free 15-minute consult with Dr. Matt to explore personalized, integrative support.

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07/12/2025

Today, we dive into Prabhāva — the mysterious and unique effect of a herb that defies its usual qualities.

Take Arjuna, for example: bitter, light, and dry — yet a powerful rejuvenator for the heart. How? Because of its Prabhāva.

Curious about how ancient wisdom meets modern science? Listen now to discover how specific bioactive molecules reveal Ayurveda’s secrets.

Click the link for the full episode: https://apple.co/4jLdIDO

Not sure where to begin? We offer a free 15-minute consultation with Dr. Matt to explore your goals and see if our appro...
07/10/2025

Not sure where to begin? We offer a free 15-minute consultation with Dr. Matt to explore your goals and see if our approach is right for you. A chance to connect, not commit.

Book your free call today — link in bio.

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In Ayurveda, the heart isn't just a physical organ — it's a sacred meeting place for all three doshas: Vata, Pitta, and ...
07/10/2025

In Ayurveda, the heart isn't just a physical organ — it's a sacred meeting place for all three doshas: Vata, Pitta, and Kapha.

That means heart-centered practices have the power to restore balance throughout your entire system.

Whether you’re feeling anxious, overheated, or sluggish, tuning into your heart is a powerful first step toward healing.

Start with your heart. The rest will follow.

Visit thebuddhasmedicine.com for integrative wellness rooted in Ayurveda.

Your skin, mood, hormones, digestion, immunity — it’s all connected. At The Buddha’s Medicine, we don’t chase symptoms.W...
07/07/2025

Your skin, mood, hormones, digestion, immunity — it’s all connected. At The Buddha’s Medicine, we don’t chase symptoms.

We listen for the deeper imbalance behind them.

Here’s what we support:

Aging, Longevity & Rejuvenative Medicine
Autoimmunity & Immune Health
Children’s & Teen’s Health
Diabetes & Metabolic Health
Ear, Nose, Throat & Lung Health
Heart Health
Hormonal & Reproductive Health
Injuries, Sports & Performance
Mental, Emotional & Behavioral Health
Neurological Health
Nutritional & Digestive Health
Skin Health
Whole-person healing.
Grounded in science and tradition.
Personalized for your body, your story.

Book a discovery call or explore care at the buddhasmedicine.com

Download Your Free Guide to Whole-Person Healing.If you’ve ever wondered what Āyurveda really is—or how to make sense of...
07/05/2025

Download Your Free Guide to Whole-Person Healing.

If you’ve ever wondered what Āyurveda really is—or how to make sense of your own health in a way that respects the whole of who you are—this free resource is for you.

From the doshas to daily rhythms to seasonal cycles, this Āyurveda Primer breaks it all down—with clarity, depth, and modern insight.

This beautifully designed eBook is completely free and designed to help you understand the foundational principles of Āyurveda through the lens of root-cause, personalized care.

Grab your copy at thebuddhasmedicine.com

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Your body is brilliant. But it won’t digest, detox, or repair if your nervous system doesn’t feel safe.That’s why we sta...
07/03/2025

Your body is brilliant.

But it won’t digest, detox, or repair if your nervous system doesn’t feel safe.

That’s why we start with regulation.

Not restriction | Not punishmen | Not pushing through

Gentle breath | Trauma-informed care | Somatic release | Rest as a prescription

Because real healing happens when your system knows it’s safe enough to let go.

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