Aikyaa South Asian Heart Initiative (SAHI) Program

Aikyaa South Asian Heart Initiative (SAHI) Program

A physician-led cardiometabolic program designed for the South Asian community.

Structured,  6-month, culturally guided cardiometabolic telehealth consultation and coaching program.

For adults (18+) of South Asian origin, residing in Texas.

Designed and delivered directly by South Asian Physician,

Dr. Purnima Hirudayaraj,

Board certified in Cardiology, Lifestyle Medicine & Obesity Medicine

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Why cardiometabolic risk is higher among South Asians

• South Asians have up to 4× higher risk of type 2 diabetes.
• Nearly 2× higher risk of coronary artery disease.
• Cardiovascular events often occur nearly 10 years earlier.
• Higher rates of visceral adiposity and metabolic inflammation.
• Increased cardiovascular risk even at lower BMI and LDL levels.

This elevated risk calls for specialized assessment, culturally informed preventive strategies, and proactive cardiometabolic management.

What to expect in the Aikyaa SAHI program

Initial Deep-Dive Visit

 60-minute virtual  telehealth consultation

Comprehensive Assessment:

  • Detailed, culturally specific cardiometabolic,
    lifestyle history with risk assessment.

  • Review of prior labs, imaging, and medications.

  • Clarification of goals and priorities from cultural context.

  • Additional labs and specific tests to evaluate for elevated cardiometabolic risk in South Asians.

Personalized Care Plan:

• Culturally sensitive SMART goal setting for cardiometabolic health
• Culturally relevant nutrition & meal pattern guidance
• Movement and joint-friendly activity plan
• Personalized, culturally specific, lifestyle and behavioral strategies with physician -led coaching.

Traditional risk assessments underestimate the significantly elevated cardiometabolic risk in South Asians.

Follow-Up Visits

Structured  telehealth visits

• One extended follow-up visit,
• Five standard follow-up visits,
• One extended program completion visit,
• Track progress and review key health metrics,
• Detailed discussion of culturally relevant setbacks and strategies,

 

Ongoing physician guidance on culturally relevant lifestyle and behavioral modifications for cardiometabolic well-being.

Between-Visit Support

  • Access to physician guidance through the patient portal.

  • Curated educational resources via regular emails and the Aikyaa resource library.

  • Optional group sessions or educational webinars as they become available.

Access to Aikyaa Cardiometabolic Foundations Curriculum

Included with this program:

  • Daily email-based self-guidance modules delivered across 24 weeks
  • Educational PDFs and tools
  • Periodic video updates from Dr. Hirudayaraj addressing frequently asked questions
  • Monthly live Q&A sessions with Dr. Hirudayaraj.

 Honor your roots.

Clarify your risk.

Navigate your path.

Build lasting cardiometabolic health.

SAHI is a structured six-month, physician-guided telehealth program designed to address the unique cardiometabolic risks faced by South Asians through culturally informed, lifestyle-centered care.

Understanding SAHI

What SAHI Is

Culturally Guided Care

Designed for South Asian cardiometabolic risk profiles.

Virtual Consultation & Coaching

Structured telehealth visits with individualized guidance.

Cardiologist-Led Cardiometabolic Prevention

Cardiometabolic assessment and lifestyle-focused coaching led by a South Asian cardiologist.

Lifestyle & Risk-Factor Guidance

Culturally relevant lifestyle strategies for cardiometabolic health.

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What SAHI Is Not

Not Primary Care or a General Cardiology Clinic

Does not replace your primary care physician or cardiologist.

Not Symptom-Focused Cardiology Care

Focused on prevention and cardiometabolic risk reduction through lifestyle focused coaching rather than symptom-based treatment.

Not Medication-Focused Care

Medication prescriptions and monitoring remain under the care of your primary physician or cardiologist.

Vitamins and supplements are not prescribed through this program.

Not Acute or Urgent Care

Designed for structured preventive guidance and risk reduction, not immediate medical concerns.

Who Will Benefit

Adults of South Asian ancestry in Texas (age 18+) seeking:

 
  • A structured physician-guided approach to cardiometabolic health and prevention tailored to the South Asian community.
  • Guideline-driven cardiometabolic prevention strategies combined with culturally relevant, evidence-based lifestyle modifications.
  • Ongoing one-on-one physician guidance and follow-up over time.
  • Support with cardiovascular risk factors, metabolic health, weight-related concerns, and South Asian-specific cardiometabolic risk profiles.
  • A physician-centered approach grounded in cardiology, lifestyle medicine, and culturally informed prevention.
  • Practical, sustainable guidance on nutrition, physical activity, sleep, stress management, and metabolic health within the context of South Asian lifestyles and traditions.
  • A personalized prevention-focused framework designed to support long-term cardiometabolic health.

Program Investment

Eligibility, Scheduling & Program Fee

Eligibility

  • Currently available only for Texas residents, age 18 and above.
  •  Texas residency documentation required prior to scheduling appointment

Scheduling:

  • A complimentary 15-minute introductory video call is offered prior to scheduling for individuals seeking clarification regarding consultation scope, fit, or next steps.
  • This introductory call is informational in nature. This does not include medical evaluation, diagnosis, treatment recommendations, or individualized medical advice.
  • Please complete the inquiry form to check availability and next steps.

Program Fee:

  • Program investment and payment options are discussed during the complimentary introductory call with Dr. Hirudayaraj.

  • To request pricing information in advance, please submit an inquiry via the contact form. We will respond within 2 business days.

  • To maintain accessibility, flexibility, and high-touch care:

    • Aikyaa operates as a self-pay practice.
    • We do not accept insurance, Medicare, or Medicaid.
    • Payments are processed by credit card only.
    • There are no hidden fees

For details regarding cancellations, refunds, and program policies, please refer to the Cancellation Policy and Program FAQs.

 Cardiometabolic consultation & coaching program, rooted in culture, guided by science, and personalized for you.

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Are you ready to begin your culturally guided cardiometabolic journey with Aikyaa SAHI?

Join the Interest List

Enrollment opens June 15, 2026.
Program begins July 15, 2026.

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