Cost of Private Panchakarma at GIAM
As always, we are committed to trying to keep the costs of Panchakarma therapies affordable so they are accessible to everyone who could benefit from them. The following are indications for different durations of therapies, but all prospective patients should consult with GIAM’s knowledgeable staff or Dr. Gerson to determine the best duration of treatment.
Four Days of Therapies: appropriate for very elderly or very debilitated individuals
Five Days of Therapies: with the advice of the Chief Physician
Six Days of Therapies: this is the most common and highly recommended and effective duration for most chronic metabolic conditions
Nine Days of Therapies: appropriate for certain neoplastic, chronic immunologic, neurological and addictive conditions
Fourteen to Twenty-one Days of Therapies: with the advice of the Chief Physician
We make every effort to make Panchakarma as affordable as possible and fees are determined according to one's clinical status, complexity, number and kind of treatments required, duration (days) of therapy required, number of therapists needed, herbal medicines required during the treatment period, and several other factors. The approximate cost for treatments is $775/day. (Exact fees may change by 3-4% due to current material and shipping costs)
What is Included
- all customized Panchakarma treatments, - all additional treatments deemed necessary by Dr. Scott Gerson, - all Ayurvedic medical consultations during the week, - all diagnostic procedures performed by Dr Gerson, - any herbal medicines prescribed as part of treatment during your week, - daily yoga asana class, - designated Ayurvedic lunches.
At the conclusion of treatment, you may be provided with herbal medicine(s) which are also included in the cost. However, there may be a small additional fee if any specialized herbomineral preparations are required (i.e. gold, silver, conch, pearl, or gemstone-containing medicines, etc.) or for other optional supplies or gift items. But there are no other additional or hidden costs. Please call GIAM to discuss your personal medical condition and specific costs.
What is Not Included
- Accommodations are not included and need to be arranged separately. Fortunately there are many wonderful and affordable Air B and B’s, Bed and Breakfasts, and hotels in the area. One is directly next door (twenty steps away and shares our parking lot!), is newly renovated and very reasonably priced. https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/963742214459176647?check_in=2023-09-01&check_out=2023-09-06&guests=1&adults=1&s=67&unique_share_id=9e66faee-b0e7-439a-9314-386c3cbecc97
Several others are walking distance from our facility. If you search airbnb.com under “Dunedin, FL” you will find very nice accommodations ranging from $100-150 per night. You can also call our office and speak to Alma or Lindsay who will be happy to assist you, if needed.
- Meals are not included. However we offer an exceptional freshly prepared Panchakarma meal plan. These meals are prepared by our experienced Ayurvedic chef, Sejal Patel, and delivered to your door (or in some cases to our clinic). Please contact us if you are interested in this service which is very reasonably priced (currently $45/day including both lunch and dinner, prepared daily and delivered!)
Meals during your treatment should consist largely of grains, legumes, vegetables and fruits. Many people opt to stay in a place that has its own kitchen and cook their own food. We have a well-stocked organic market in town (Nature’s Food Patch) and Whole Foods and Sprouts are a 15 minute drive. There are also a number of excellent healthy restaurants within walking distance and most of them deliver as well.
- Gratuities for the staff at the conclusion of your treatments are not included and are entirely optional. As per Ayurvedic tradition, Dr. Gerson himself does not accept gratuities.
Dr. Gerson and patients enjoying lunch during Panchakarma.
Payments, Reservations, and Cancellations
To reserve your Private Panchakarma Retreat dates, a minimum deposit of 50% is required. The remaining balance will need to be paid prior to arrival or is due upon arrival on Day 1. Please note, payment may be made by check or credit card which carries a 3% bank surcharge fee.
Refunds
Up to 4 weeks prior to event: 100% refund
No refunds within 4 weeks of event
Due to the nature of Panchakarma retreat preparations, scheduling, supplies, and personnel salary commitments, there are unfortunately NO exceptions to our refund policy including the no refund policy within 4 weeks of the event. This includes illness, emergencies, or other "acts of God." In the event that you cancel, GIAM will attempt to fill your spot. If we are able to so, we will gladly issue a full refund. Refund requests are accepted by phone or in writing only and not by email. Reservations cannot be transferred to a future retreat. Payment of your deposit signifies your acceptance of the terms of this refund policy.
