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Dr. Franklins Panchakarma Institute and Ayurveda Centre

Chowara | South Kovalam, Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) 695501, India
04712480870
4.0 of 5 stars 15 Reviews
Type: Spas
Owner description: “Dr.Franklin’s Panchakarma Institute”, the Unique Centre for Ayurveda, Yoga & Meditation was established in 1997 by Dr.V.Franklin, formerly the...... more » Owner description: “Dr.Franklin’s Panchakarma Institute”, the Unique Centre for Ayurveda, Yoga & Meditation was established in 1997 by Dr.V.Franklin, formerly the district chief medical officer of Government of Kerala, registered as "Ribis Health Care Pvt Ltd” and awarded with “Green Leaf” certificate ( Govt. of Kerala). The therapeutic crew consists of 52 qualified and expert Ayurvedic therapists and 7 Ayurvedic Doctors who work under the guidance of Dr.V.Franklin (Chief Physician) and Dr.Sony Joseph (Managing Director). The Yoga & Meditation sessions are handled by the Yoga expert Master Soorya Ravi who is the general secretary of the Yoga Teacher’s Association, South India. « less
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Paris
2 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW
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I am old patient of Dr.Franklin and Dr.Sony (since 2003). I visit the clinic with an average interval of 1 or 2 years. I was there in the centre in August 2011 and presently one of my dear friends is undergoing treatment in the clinic. Dr.Franklin is not too old (bout 70yrs) and he is still active in consultations. We... More

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paris
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012
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Since Dr Franklin the old man is no longer handling the center, it has all changed. Now it is run by his sun in law and it has become a business. the care is not the same, the vision and experience Dr Franklin himself had, has not been passed on. they fit you in a package of cures, and do... More

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trivandrum
1 review
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012
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I was here in 2012 for a couple of weeks.I had ayurvedic treatments from various places of kerala, but in my experience here is the best.They have a professional team of doctors and other staffs, Vegetarian restaurant provides very healthy food. I had chronic backache , but after couple weeks I felt much better (kateevasthi was very helpful) . Those... More

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TRV
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012
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The best centre for Ayurveda, Run by Ayurveda doctors family. Interesting fact : They won't sell Treatment as package. They prepare treatments after the consultation. Good rooms for Accommodation . Energy level of the premises is HIGH. More

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Lucerne, Switzerland
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3 reviews 3 reviews
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2012
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I was in the Institute in Feb-Mar.. Dr.Franklins Panchakarma Institute can be recommendable for the travelers who need real Ayurveda treatments. It is like an Ayurveda centre in a resort style and in homely atmosphere. I found it is best for treatments and accommodation. Only expect best of Ayurveda treatment, don’t expect beer, non-veg food, pleasure massage, etc. If you... More

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Paris, France
1 review
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2012
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I have experienced Panchakarma therapy at Dr.Franklins Panchakarma Institute last month. It is my fourth time in Kerala for Ayurveda and the first time in Panchakarma Institute. I found that the treatments and massages especially Kerala rejuvenation massage (massage with feet) are excellent. The centre has very professional, experienced and dedicated team of Doctors, Nurses and Therapists. Restaurant provides the... More

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Milan, Italy
1 review
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 February 2012
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i went there in January 2011 for 1 month and then sent there 3 friends of mine in August and they were all fully satisfied. It is a plece which is easily available for everyone who wish to receive ayurvedic treatments in a "western style comfor". Most of the other places such as Spmatheeran for instance prefer to meet all... More

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Kanyakumari, India
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2012
2
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Undistinguished Location, Aryuvedic Rip off swindle. We were overcharged, the treatments were of dubious merit. It does not compare favourably with the "Golden Door" in California. We have enjoyed much better massages in America, Europe, where the masseur/masseuse had a better grasp of anatomy. More

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Dr Sony Joseph, Owner at Dr. Franklins Panchakarma Institute and Ayurveda Centre, responded to this review
15 February 2012

First of all the name and details of the person is unknown in the profile Y2BT1. A person from Kanyakumary has not stayed in our centre Or we have not treated. Ours is not a business Spa, it is not merely a massage centre. It is an Ayurveda centre we prepare the best suitable Ayurveda treatment after the initial consultation.... More

Delhi, Canada
1 review
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2011
30
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I was at Dr.Franklins Panchakarma in June. I am very satisfied with treatment, room and facilities of the clinic. It was my intelligent decision to take Ayurveda there and I am happy recommend to you all my fellow tourists. More

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Berlin, Germany
1 review
52 helpful votes 52 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 December 2010
52
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I got reference of Dr.Franklins Ayurveda centre from my best friend Cludia who had been at this place last August. I have discussed my problems with Dr.Sony Joseph through email and I undergone 21 days treatment for my health problems. I appreciate their professional treatment, delicious vegetarian food and comfortable accommodation. I recommend this centre for Ayurvedic cure in Kerala.... More

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