Best Wellness retreats doctors: TOP 27 doctors

With over 20 years of experience, Guru Made is a seasoned yoga teacher who began his journey with classic Sivananda Hatha Yoga. Today, he specializes in the ancient healing practice of Balinese Yoga Markandeya, along with yoga therapy, sound healing, and aqua healing shiatsu. As the head of the Yoga Community in North Bali, Guru Made helps local people find happiness through yoga and holistic wellness.

At Santhika Retreat Center, Guru Made facilitates a variety of transformative practices, including Balinese Healing Yoga, Sacred Purification ceremonies, and private healing sessions such as Private Holistic Body Work and sacred solitude meditation. He also leads a special 7-chakra healing cleansing ceremony at our Holy Santhipala waterfall, guiding participants through deep, spiritual healing. His teachings offer a rare and powerful blend of ancient wisdom and modern healing techniques, making every session a profound experience.

Netta Alessandra combines 20+ years of athletic experience with specialized coaching certifications to create sustainable wellness plans.

• Certified personal trainer and women's coaching specialist
• Expert in strength training, calisthenics, and mobility
• Focuses on balanced nutrition and mindset
• Offers personalized 1:1 coaching during and after retreats

Mira is a Yoga Alliance certified yoga teacher, life coach, sound healer, and Leela game facilitator with a Bachelor's degree in Health Education. For more than 20 years, she has guided people on their journey to develop health at mental, emotional, and physical levels. Using a wide variety of methods, Mira facilitates both group and personal sessions designed to promote self-awareness and healing. Her group offerings include the self-awareness Leela game, ancient sound healing, and sacred cacao ceremonies, while personal sessions range from sound therapy to Osho cards reading.

Mira’s passion is to help people expand their consciousness and shift their perspectives. She is dedicated to sharing her extensive experience with those ready to transform their lives. At Santhika Retreat Center, Mira leads certified sound healing training, empowering others with the tools to facilitate healing. Additionally, she offers online education for aspiring Leela game facilitators, extending her reach to individuals across the globe.

Dr. Sukcharoen specializes in anti-aging and men's health, with certifications from the American Board of Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine.

• Graduated from Thammasat University with an M.D. in 2012
• Holds a Master's in Dermatology from Chulabhorn International College
• Certified by the American Board of Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine
• Specializes in preventive medicine and clinical sexology

Dr. Hong Su-jin specializes in integrative wellness, blending family medicine with functional approaches. Certified in pain treatment and hypnosis, she tailors holistic health strategies.

• Graduated from Soonchunhyang University College of Medicine
• Member of Korean Family Medicine Association
• Certified in NLP and Ericsson Hypnosis
• Holds pain treatment certification from Tongsa Research Center

Specializations

Weight Loss / Gain Programs

Nutrition in Bariatric Surgery

Nutrition in Diabetes

Childhood Nutrition

Pregnancy Nutrition

Nutrition in Cardiovascular Diseases

Nutrition in Digestive System Diseases

Nutrition During Breastfeeding

Specializations

Weight Loss/Gain Problems

Nutrition in Bariatric Surgery

Nutrition in Diabetes

Nutrition in Kidney Diseases

Nutrition in Oncology

Nutrition in Cardiovascular Diseases

Nutrition in Digestive System Diseases

Certified in Manual Therapy and Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy, Duha Ozkilic aims to minimize pain and enhance patients' quality of life at Cosmos Clinic & Rehabilitation Center.

• Graduated from Ankara Gazi University in Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation
• Trained in Manual Therapy and Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy
• Holds Norton School International Lymphedema Certification
• Committed to continuous professional development

Dr. Willian Kirchner is an expert in transformative coaching. He brings over 20 years of corporate management experience to help people achieve personal growth and balance. His approach blends energetic motivation with the use of feminine energy. This helps participants build resilience and become more authentic.

Dr. Kirchner’s retreats are known for high participant satisfaction and personal breakthroughs. Over 90% of attendees report better self-awareness and stronger life conviction. His focus on holistic development makes him a respected leader in his field. Many seek his guidance for meaningful self-discovery.

Dr. Sibel Sahin BULAM is a dedicated and experienced Radiologist with over 12 years of experience. She has a strong background in diagnostic imaging and is committed to providing accurate and timely diagnoses to patients.

Work Experience

Radiologist at own clinic (2023-present)

Radiologist at Regenerative Clinic Istanbul (2021 to 2022)

Resident Radiologist at Gazi University Ankara Turkey (2008 to 2014)

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD) Speciality in Radiology - Gazi University Ankara Turkey (2014)

Doctor of Medicine (MD) - Ankara University Ankara Turkey (2005)

Skills

Proficient in diagnostic imaging techniques

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Wellness

Check-Up

Ultrasound 

Guru Gede Arimbawa, the visionary founder of Santhika Retreat Center, is a Balinese healer in the 7th generation. Deeply rooted in the island’s spiritual traditions, he has spent his life sharing ancient wisdom with those seeking healing and transformation. Guru Gede is the creative mind behind Dream Hill, a sanctuary he brought to life from his imagination, and he personally trains all of our SPA therapists in traditional Balinese healing techniques.

Learning the sacred practices of yoga, healing, and spirituality from his father, Guru Made Sudire, at the young age of 10, Guru Gede has honed his craft over decades. Today, he joyfully imparts his knowledge, guiding others on their journey to wellness. He also practices Numerology using the ancient Balinese calendar and offers deep tissue healing massages.

Every Full Moon, Guru Gede leads a special ceremony and meditation at the ancient Buddhist Temple, Candi Buddha, where participants connect deeply with the island’s spiritual energy.

Ari’s journey began as an emergency nurse, but after being diagnosed with an autoimmune disease that severely affected her mobility, she found healing through yoga. This transformative experience inspired her to become a certified Hatha and Yin Yoga teacher. Her teachings are grounded in the principles of embodiment, helping students connect with their physical sensations, emotions, and thoughts in the present moment. At Santhika Retreat, Ari guides restorative yoga and meditation sessions, sharing her journey of resilience and healing with those seeking inner peace and mindfulness.

In addition to her yoga practice, Ari has a special ability to read energy, offering private energy and chakra healing sessions as well as past life regressions, creating a deeply holistic and transformative healing experience for her clients.

Harvard-trained in Lifestyle Medicine – Dr. Wattanawikkit combines medical expertise with wellness innovation at Intrarat Hospital.

• Trained at Harvard Medical School for Lifestyle Medicine and Telemedicine
• Specializes in Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine with a US board certification
• Chief Marketing Officer and Medical Director at Wellness International Hospital
• Expert in digital health solutions and telemedicine applications

Zeynep Okur specializes in holistic wellness with a focus on postural awareness – a key factor in preventing modern pain complaints.

• Trained in physiotherapy at a university in Cyprus
• Participated in multiple physiotherapy certificate programs
• Works with international patients from diverse cultures
• Uses innovative approaches at Medworld Clinics

Hamide Uzun specializes in wellness, detox, and anti-aging programs, combining nutrition science with lifestyle habits for lasting health benefits.

• Graduated from Erciyes University Health Sciences Faculty in 2011
• Currently pursuing a PhD at İzmir Katip Celebi University
• Focuses on personalized nutrition plans for sustainable health
• Passionate about integrating the latest nutrition science into practice