Your medical lead

Dr. Shruthi Desai.

MBBS, MRCP (Internal Medicine), MRCP (SCE) Rheumatology, Fellowship in Rheumatology & Immunology. The doctor who designed Reconnect.

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Dr. Shruthi Desai, Rheumatologist and founder of Reconnect Wellness
Dr. Shruthi Desai, founder & medical lead — Reconnect Wellness.

(01) The wider team

Five disciplines, one program.

Family medicine, physiotherapy, strength training, nutrition and psychology then work as one plan — coordinated, integrated.

Dr. Ajeya B N, Family Physician · MBBS, DNB Family Medicine at Reconnect
Medical

Dr. Ajeya B N

Family Physician · MBBS, DNB Family Medicine

A family physician with 10+ years at a leading Bengaluru corporate hospital, managing chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension and obesity alongside acute in-hospital care. At Reconnect he brings depth in preventive health, vaccinations and long-term screening — keeping every member’s strength program safe within their broader medical picture.

Dr. Anmol Nagaraj, Consultant Neurosurgeon at Reconnect
Medical

Dr. Anmol Nagaraj

Consultant Neurosurgeon

Dr. Anmol Nagaraj is a highly experienced neurosurgeon specializing in minimally invasive brain and spine surgery. With over a decade of expertise, he has trained and worked at prestigious institutions including Rutgers University (USA), Kasturba Medical College, and Manipal Hospitals. His areas of interest include neuro-oncology, neurovascular disorders, skull base surgery, neurotrauma, and advanced spine procedures. Combining clinical excellence with a strong research background, Dr. Anmol is committed to delivering innovative, patient-centered care for complex neurological conditions.

Dr. Deepak Rudrappa, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon · MBBS, MS Orthopaedics (RGUHS) at Reconnect
Medical

Dr. Deepak Rudrappa

Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon · MBBS, MS Orthopaedics (RGUHS)

A senior orthopaedic surgeon with 20 years of experience, currently Senior Consultant at Manipal Hospital, Yeshwanthpur, and running his own private Orthopaedic and ENT centre. Trained in minimal invasive orthopaedic surgery, joint reconstruction and replacement, arthroscopy of all major joints, and sports medicine — including a fellowship at the Stockholm Sports Trauma Research Centre, Sweden. Brings broad surgical depth across trauma, spine, and joint care to guide safe, evidence-based musculoskeletal programs.

Dr. Madhavi Sawaitul, Consultant Physiotherapist · BPTh, MIAP, AIFT, PGDHM at Reconnect
Physiotherapy

Dr. Madhavi Sawaitul

Consultant Physiotherapist · BPTh, MIAP, AIFT, PGDHM

A consultant physiotherapist with 14+ years in musculoskeletal rehab, spine care, sports injuries and women’s health, with experience at Medanta Mediclinic and CIIMS Hospital. Certified in dry needling, Mulligan manual therapy, kinesiology taping and cupping, she designs structured rehabilitation that reduces pain, restores mobility and builds lasting functional strength.

Aishwarya Chavan, Physiotherapist · BPT at Reconnect
Physiotherapy

Aishwarya Chavan

Physiotherapist · BPT

A physiotherapist across rheumatology, orthopaedics and musculoskeletal rehab — four years at ChanRe Rheumatology & Immunology Hospital and now at Jindal Charitable Hospital. Certified in dry needling and IASTM, she brings hands-on clinical skill to Reconnect’s exercise and recovery programs.

Hemanth Naik M, Fitness Trainer · ACE CPT, EREPS Certified at Reconnect
Strength training

Hemanth Naik M

Fitness Trainer · ACE CPT, EREPS Certified

A government-certified fitness trainer (ACE, EREPS) with experience at Gold’s Gym, Cult Fitness and Yodha Martial Arts. A national-level wrestler, kickboxer and bodybuilding winner, he specialises in strength training, functional fitness and senior-citizen training — translating doctor-designed programs into safe, effective sessions for beginners, athletes and older adults alike.

Renuka Prasad, Strength Trainer at Reconnect
Strength training

Renuka Prasad

Strength Trainer

Guides members through their progressions week to week, adjusting weight and range so strength builds without flaring the joint.

Gracy Sridaran, Nutritionist · Dip. Nutrition & Health at Reconnect
Nutrition

Gracy Sridaran

Nutritionist · Dip. Nutrition & Health

A nutritionist who pivoted from business to follow her passion for health. She builds personalised, evidence-based nutrition for weight management, diabetes, hypertension and pregnancy — powering Reconnect’s nutrition pillar so every member’s diet supports their joints, bones and recovery from within.

Prajna Bhandary, Dietitian & Nutrition Expert at Reconnect
Nutrition

Prajna Bhandary

Dietitian & Nutrition Expert

Prajna Bhandary is an experienced clinical dietitian and nutrition expert with over eight years of practice in personalized nutrition and therapeutic diet planning. As Chief Dietitian at VSH Hospital, she specializes in managing diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, kidney disorders, and lifestyle-related conditions through evidence-based nutritional care. With advanced qualifications in Dietetics, Applied Nutrition, and Diabetes Education, Prajna is passionate about helping individuals achieve sustainable health outcomes through practical, personalized dietary strategies and nutrition education.

Bhavana Kumarswamy, Lead Clinical Psychologist at Reconnect
Psychology

Bhavana Kumarswamy

Lead Clinical Psychologist

Founder of Saha Wellness Center, with 10+ years across hospital and private practice. She partners with rheumatologists on the link between stress, chronic pain and immune health — helping members build resilience through pain, setbacks and slow weeks.

(02) Origin

How Reconnect came to be.

Dr Shruthi Desai is a qualified physician and rheumatologist. Her journey has taken her across continents and through several medical subspecialities — learning from the best in medical sciences in both the UK and India — while coming to understand how central mental and emotional well-being are to the journey of healing.

She strongly believes that health isn’t something we chase, but something we live. Bringing together her passion for fitness and the science of medicine, she created Reconnect with a mission to prevent disease and effectively manage chronic conditions — built on a firm belief in the power of reconnection, to self and to nature.

  • Scientific & holistic care — combining evidence-based medical knowledge with practical lifestyle interventions.

  • A personalised approach — wellness programs tailored to your individual goals and health needs.

  • Empowerment through knowledge — helping you take charge of your health with the right tools and expert guidance.

(03) Philosophy

Exercise is not artificial. But inactivity is.

Dr. Shruthi Desai, on the principles behind Reconnect

(05) Why bones & joints

The one thing we do, for every age.

Bone and joint health is not just a problem for the elderly. It is a 30-year arc — and the early years are when you have the most leverage.

The same method runs under all three. The assessment decides which one is yours — and exactly how it’s built.

Meet the team that builds your plan.

Book a consultation directly with Dr. Shruthi’s team.