The American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI) representatives, including its President, Dr. Amit Chakrabarty, attended the Indian Medical Association Convention in Ahmedabad recently, and also met with Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Rajnikant Patel.
The AAPI delegation presented a memorandum addressing critical healthcare challenges, including “the urgent need to expand postgraduate training slots in emergency medicine and the importance of structured training programs for first responders and EMTs,” a priority strongly advocated by Dr. Lokesh Edara, former Chair of the AAPI Board of Trustees.
Dr. Hetal Gor, AAPI Chairwoman, shared AAPI’s mission and objectives in Gujarati, emphasizing the organization’s dedication to enhancing healthcare across India. “Our vision is to collaborate, innovate, and uplift the standards of care in every community we touch,” she said. The Chief Minister expressed his appreciation and requested that the IMA, in collaboration with AAPI, prepare and submit a formal memorandum to his office for further action.
The AAPI delegation also visited the Statue of Unity that was built to honor the legacy of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Iron Man of India. Dr. Chakrabarty and others in the delegation emphasized unity as a cornerstone of future endeavors.
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Unity, the delegation stressed, remains AAPI’s “greatest power.” It is the force that “gives us credibility in the halls of power, amplifies our service to patients and communities, and ensures that AAPI continues to rise as a beacon of excellence, dignity, and heritage.”
The AAPI delegation, in its meeting with the IMA leadership, jointly drafted a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between AAPI and IMA. “This meeting was not just about agreements—it was about building bridges, fostering trust, and envisioning a future of collaboration,” said Dr. Chakrabarty.
AAPI members actively participated in the conference, delivering lectures and engaging in exchange of ideas.