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Partha Nandi, MD, FACP is an American gastroenterologist, author, and television host, best known for creating and hosting the medical lifestyle television show Ask Dr. Nandi. He serves as the Chief Health Editor at WXYZ-TV in Detroit and is a public advocate for preventive health, integrative medicine, and community-based wellness initiatives.
Early life and education
[edit]Nandi was born in Kolkata, India, and immigrated to the United States during childhood. He completed his undergraduate studies at Ohio State University, where he was a Rhodes Scholar finalist. He earned his medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine and completed a gastroenterology fellowship at the University of Michigan Health System.
Medical career
[edit]Dr. Nandi is board-certified in both internal medicine and gastroenterology and is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians. He maintains an active clinical practice while also focusing on education around nutrition, mindfulness, exercise, and social health as pillars of disease prevention.
Media and television career
[edit]In 2012, Nandi launched Ask Dr. Nandi, a syndicated medical talk show featuring interviews with experts and patient stories related to health and wellness. According to Hour Detroit, the program was developed in Metro Detroit and expanded to reach a national audience.[1]
The show has been profiled in local and regional media as a growing platform for public health messaging.[2][3]
In addition to his show, Nandi has served as the Chief Health Editor at Detroit's ABC affiliate, WXYZ-TV.[4]
Books
[edit]Nandi is the author of several health books, including:
- The Dr. Nandi Plan (2017, Simon & Schuster) – outlines his Five Pillars of Health: Purpose, Nutrition, Movement, Mindfulness, and Community.
- Heal Your Gut, Save Your Brain (2024, Mayo Clinic Press) – explores the gut-brain connection and inflammation-related cognitive decline.
Recognition and public engagement
[edit]Dr. Nandi's work has been profiled in regional publications such as Crain's Detroit Business, Deadline Detroit, and Hour Detroit, which highlighted his efforts to bring a Detroit-based show to national syndication.[2][3][1]
His public health advocacy includes national health campaigns and appearances at medical and wellness conferences. He focuses on the role of lifestyle in the prevention and management of chronic disease.
Personal life
[edit]Nandi resides in Michigan with his wife, Kali Nandi, RN, who serves as Chief Operating Officer of their health-related ventures. They have four children and co-manage several initiatives including The Dr. Nandi Show and Dr. Nandi Charities.
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Locally Produced Medical TV Show Aims for National Syndication". Hour Detroit. 13 November 2012.
- ^ a b "Ask Dr. Nandi May Relocate Medical TV Show". Crain's Detroit Business. 6 March 2016.
- ^ a b "Troy Doc Keeps It Reel with "Ask Dr. Nandi" Show". Deadline Detroit.
- ^ "New Channel 7 Action News Doctor Has Fenton Connection". Tri-County Times. 22 May 2015.