Dr. Narayanan is a American board of Internal Medicine certified physician who has made significant contributions to the field of integrative medicine and oncology. In 2015, Dr. Narayanan joined MD Anderson Cancer Center, co-founded, and served as the associate director of the MD Anderson Onco-hospitalist fellowship program. Her involvement in this program helped shape a comprehensive approach to patient care that goes beyond conventional medical interventions. Driven by her desire for a whole-person approach to address unique needs of cancer patients, she transitioned to the integrative medicine center in 2018. Since then, she has dedicated her efforts to promoting an integrative approach to cancer care. Her focus revolves around incorporating various aspects such as diet, exercise, mind-body approaches into the treatment plans of her patients and counseling on supplements.

Dr. Narayanan is a co-author of over 35 publications, and multiple book chapters, and her expertise and insights have been sought after by numerous national and international conferences, where she has been invited to speak as an expert in the field. Her work continues to impact the lives of cancer patients, promoting a comprehensive and integrative approach that addresses their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.