Hundreds of Indian American physicians, medical experts, and international delegates are set to gather in Bhubaneswar, Odisha from January 9–11, 2026 for the 19th Global Health Summit organized by the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI). The annual event aims to spotlight India’s most urgent and persistent health concerns while fostering deeper collaboration between global healthcare communities.
AAPI President and Summit Chairman Dr. Amit Chakrabarty said the organization remains committed to expanding access to affordable, high-quality healthcare across India. He noted that this year’s focus areas—Tuberculosis, Diabetes, Ayurveda integration, and advanced medical technology—reflect the country’s immediate needs.
The Summit is backed by Chief Patron Dr. Achyuta Samanta, Founder of KIIT, KISS, and KIMS. He is joined by prominent Odisha healthcare leaders including Dr. Sita Kantha Dash, Dr. S. Santosh Kumar Dora, and Dr. Ajit K. Mohanty, ensuring a strong local framework aligned with global medical perspectives.
One of the central priorities of the event will be accelerating India’s progress toward eliminating Tuberculosis. Dr. Manoj Jain, who leads the national TB-Free Tribal India initiative, emphasized the importance of targeted interventions in underserved communities. Diabetes care will form another major pillar, with Dr. Smitha Joshi leading discussions on evolving treatment strategies and prevention models.
Ayurveda’s role in modern medicine will be explored through the Ayurveda Consortium headed by Dr. Amit Shah and Dr. Arti Prasad, who believe traditional healing systems can work alongside contemporary treatment to manage chronic illnesses more effectively.
Innovation will take center stage throughout the Summit, with sessions focused on artificial intelligence, digital diagnostics, and advanced health technologies. Dr. Santosh Kumar Dora stressed that digital tools are transforming patient care by enabling faster, more accessible clinical solutions.
Delegates will also attend keynote speeches and expert-led sessions on Continuing Medical Education, Evidence-Based Learning, scientific writing, and research methodology. Medical students will benefit from interactive activities such as Medical Jeopardy competitions and research poster presentations.
AAPI expects attendance from some of India’s highest-ranking officials, including the President, Prime Minister, and Health Minister, along with top academicians and members of national medical boards.
Beyond clinical topics, the Summit will address systemic health issues such as rural disparities, climate effects, physician burnout, and gender equity in medicine. AAPI will also showcase the Collaboration to Eliminate TB in India initiative, supported by CDC and USAID.
Organizers said choosing Odisha reflects both its evolving healthcare infrastructure and its potential for long-term community impact. They believe the Summit will strengthen India–US medical collaboration while shaping the country’s future health agenda.
