I’m Dr. Raja Ramaswamy

A physician, advocate for sustainable health and for policies that actually support it. I’ve spent years helping patients navigate a broken healthcare system, and now I’m working to fix it both inside and outside the exam room.

My book, YOU Are the New Prescription, is a practical guide for reclaiming your health through simple, lasting shifts. It blends real science, personal stories, and over a decade of clinical experience.

I also enjoy writing about politics and public policy. As a contributing columnist for a regional news outlet, I explore how health and governance intersect and what it will take to build a better system.

My mission is simple: to make health make sense and to help the system work better for everyone.

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What readers are saying:
“A bold, transformative wake-up call for modern wellness.”
“Finally, a health book that’s practical, compassionate, and actually doable.”
“This book made me rethink everything. It’s empowering, honest, and deeply human.”

The most powerful prescription for your health is YOU.

In a world overflowing with confusing health advice, fad diets, and quick fixes, YOU Are the New Prescription offers a clear path forward. Written by two physicians, it blends medical science with practical tools to help you create lasting, meaningful change.

Dr. Raja Ramaswamy, a surgeon and interventional radiologist, and Dr. Rani Ramaswamy, an obstetrician-gynecologist and menopause specialist, share over 30 years of combined clinical experience to help readers take charge of their health with confidence and clarity.

Inside, you will discover:
• Why mental health is the foundation of physical health
• How to stop chasing trends and form habits that last
• What actually works, based on science and real experience

Perfect for readers of Outlive, Atomic Habits, and Good Energy, this evidence-based guide covers sleep, stress, nutrition, movement, and mindset. It will help you take control of your health, build resilience, and live with purpose.

If you are ready to feel better, think clearer, and live stronger, this is your prescription.

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