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www.desitalk.com – that’s all you need to know 8 HEALTH January 16, 2026 Indian American Physicians Host Successful Global Health Summit 2026 In Odisha T he American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI) hosted its 19th annual Global Health Summit (GHS) 2026, a three-day gathering that brought together leading phy- sicians, researchers, educators, and public health experts from India and the United States. The Summit was held from Janu- ary 9–11, 2026, at several locations, including the Kalinga Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS), Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KITT), Mayfair Lagoon, and Swosti Premium. The Summit showcased cutting-edge medical advance- ments, collaborative research, and community-focused initiatives aimed at strengthening healthcare delivery in India, a press release from AAPI, which has its headquar- ters in Chicago, said. AAPI President Dr. Amit Chakrabarty described the summit as a defining moment for Indo-U.S. medical collaboration. “GHS 2026 reflects AAPI’s unwavering commitment to elevating global health standards,” he said. “When experts from two of the world’s most dy- namic healthcare systems come together, the impact extends far beyond conference halls—it reaches communities, hospitals, and future generations.” Jagat Prakash Nadda, India’s Minister for Health, in a video message, lauded AAPI for its contributions to India and the United States. “AAPI stands as a power- ful symbol of professional excellence, global leadership and dedicated service to humanity, representing over 100,000 Physicians of Indian origin practicing in the United States,” he said. Minister Nadda praised AAPI for its “remarkable contribution” to healthcare, delivery, medical education, research and public health, not only in United States, but also across the world. He also called it a “vital bridge” playing a “pivotal role” in both democracies. In his address, Dr. Achyuta Samanta of KITT, described his institution as one of India’s leading private universities known for its academic excellence, world-class infrastructure, and impressive placement records. Earlier, in his welcome address, Prof. R C Das, highlighted the sig- nificance of hosting AAPI GHS on its premises, stated, The Kalinga In- stitute of Medical Sciences (KIMS) has redefined the healthcare services in Odisha and in neighbor- ing states, anchored on a genuine desire to promote a healthy society and provide advanced medical care. Others who addressed the audi- ence during the inaugural cer- emony were: Prof. CBK Mohanty, Pro Vice Chancelor of KIMS; Dr. Atashu Nayak, President, Odisha Physicians of America; Dr. Ajit K Mohanty, Director General of KIMS. During the gala, AAPI recognized and honored Dr. Sita Kanta Dash and Dr. San- tosh Dora, for their contributions to the larger society. The full schedule of the Summit included Continuing Medical Education sessions and youth engagement; sessions on artificial intelligence, emergency medi- cine, and public health innovation; as well as seminars on women’s leadership and community initiatives. As GHS 2026 concluded, AAPI lead- ership reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening Indo-U.S. medical collabo- ration. Dr. Chakrabarty closed the sum- mit with the following message: “AAPI’s strength lies in our unity, our expertise, and our purpose. Together, we are shap- ing a healthier future for India and the world. By a StaffWriter PHOTOS:AAPI Scenes from the 19th Annual AAPI Global Health Summit 2026 held in Orissa January 9-11, 2026. More scenes from the 19th Annual AAPI Global Health Summit 2026. Several panels were held and audiences were attentive at the 19th Annual AAPI Global Health Summit 2026 in Odisha January 9-11, 2026. President of AAPI Dr. Amit Chakrabarty speaking at the Summit in Odisha. Minister J.P. Nadda addressing the Summit via video message.