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44 Years
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Advocates for Indian-American Physicians in Healthcare
Founded in 1982, we serve as the premier professional organization representing physicians of Indian origin in the United States. Our mission focuses on advocacy, professional development, and fostering connections between U.S. and Indian medical communities. We actively address healthcare policy reforms, immigration issues affecting international medical graduates, and disparities in medical practice. Through annual global health summits and leadership programs, we empower physicians to excel in patient care, research, and community service. Our advocacy efforts include Medicare/Medicaid policy reform, visa streamlining for foreign-trained doctors, and promoting preventive care for South Asian populations. With over 100,000 members, we maintain a strong presence in both U.S. healthcare policy discussions and Indian medical collaborations.Our organization has consistently advocated for equitable treatment of Indian-American physicians while addressing public health challenges affecting minority communities. We facilitate credential recognition for international medical graduates and work to expand residency opportunities. Our initiatives combine cultural heritage with modern medical practice to enhance healthcare outcomes across diverse populations. Through strategic partnerships with U.S. and Indian institutions, we continue to shape healthcare policy and professional development opportunities for our members.
Services
Healthcare Advocacy
Professional Development
Global Health Summits
Policy Reform Initiatives
Medical Graduate Support
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We advocate for healthcare policy reforms impacting Indian-American physicians
- Our organization supports international medical graduates through credential recognition programs
- We address public health disparities affecting South Asian populations
- Annual Global Health Summit connects U.S. and Indian medical professionals
- Leadership programs empower physicians to take on administrative roles
Services
Healthcare Advocacy
We actively engage in healthcare policy reform at federal and state levels, focusing on Medicare/Medicaid policies, visa reforms for international medical graduates, and combating discrimination in medical practice. Our advocacy ensures equitable treatment for Indian-American physicians and improved patient care standards.
Professional Development
Through leadership programs and workshops, we empower physicians to pursue administrative roles and academic careers. Our initiatives include residency support for international medical graduates and continuing medical education opportunities to maintain professional excellence.
Global Health Summits
Annual Global Health Summits connect U.S. and Indian medical professionals to share best practices, discuss public health challenges, and engage in philanthropic activities. These events foster cross-border collaboration to improve healthcare outcomes globally.
Medical Graduate Support
We advocate for fair credential recognition processes and expanded residency opportunities for international medical graduates. Our programs address visa backlogs and promote equitable treatment during the licensing process for foreign-trained physicians.
Public Health Initiatives
Targeted programs address chronic disease prevention in South Asian communities, focusing on diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and cancer. We promote preventive care measures and health education initiatives to reduce health disparities among minority populations.
People
Dr. Amit Chakrabarty
President
Dr. Chakrabarty leads AAPI's advocacy efforts, focusing on healthcare reform and physician representation. With extensive experience in medical leadership, he champions equitable policies for Indian-American physicians and international medical graduates.
Dr. Hetal Gor
Chairwoman, Board of Trustees
Dr. Gor oversees AAPI's strategic initiatives, emphasizing professional development and global health collaborations. She works to strengthen relationships between U.S. and Indian medical institutions while promoting leadership opportunities for members.
Dr. Gautam Kamthan
President, Young Physicians Section
Dr. Kamthan focuses on engaging early-career physicians, developing mentorship programs, and addressing challenges faced by new medical professionals. He advocates for expanded residency opportunities and career development resources.
Dr. Priyanka Kolli
President, Medical Student Relief Foundation
Dr. Kolli leads initiatives supporting medical students and graduates, focusing on credential recognition and immigration policy reforms. She works to reduce barriers for international medical graduates entering the U.S. healthcare system.
Dr. Ashok Jain
Chair, AAPI Community Foundation
Dr. Jain oversees philanthropic initiatives, including the Adopt-A-Village program and disaster relief efforts. He coordinates community health projects and fundraising campaigns to support underserved populations in the U.S. and India.
Questions
What is AAPI's primary mission?
AAPI advocates for Indian-American physicians, promoting professional excellence, healthcare equity, and cross-cultural medical collaboration between the U.S. and India.
How does AAPI support international medical graduates?
We advocate for fair credential recognition, expanded residency opportunities, and visa reforms to help international medical graduates practice in the U.S.
What advocacy areas does AAPI focus on?
Key focus areas include healthcare policy reform, Medicare/Medicaid policies, immigration issues for physicians, and combating professional discrimination.
Does AAPI offer professional development programs?
Yes, we provide leadership training, career development resources, and continuing medical education opportunities for physicians at all career stages.
What global initiatives does AAPI participate in?
Our annual Global Health Summit connects U.S. and Indian medical professionals, while our Adopt-A-Village program supports rural healthcare development in India.
How can I support AAPI's initiatives?
You can join as a member, participate in advocacy efforts, attend events, or contribute financially to support our policy work and global health programs.
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K. Gorrepati
Apr 28, 2021
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Its one of the worst website. India claims the hub of IT, but you guys dont know how to make user friendly website. You are more of polititians than sevice oriented people.
