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NEWSMAKERS OF THE WEEK

Selected stories about Indian diaspora from our website www.theindianeye.com

AMI BERA BHUMI PEDNEKAR
Congressman launches Doctors Actor falls in love with Beverly Hills

Caucus to promote healthcare

A ctor Bhumi Pednekar has treated her fans with a glimpse of her fun-

filled weekend in Beverly Hills, California.
On Monday, she posted an album on Instagram and wrote a long
ongressman Ami Bera, a leading Indian American and five other Dem- note describing all respective moments she spent at the weekend.
ocratic physicians serving in the U.S. House of Representatives formally
She wrote, “Sunday in La La Land......Went to my first-ever soccer game,
Cannounced the launch of the Congressional Doctors Caucus, recently. and thank god it was the women’s team! @weareangelcity co-owned by the
This Doctors caucus is dedicated to promoting the health and well-being
of Americans, advancing pragmatic health care policy and providing fellow amazing @lilly, you’re an inspiration! #GirlsUpliftingGirls......Had a total fan-
girl moment meeting Jennifer Garner - her work, her energy, her kindness...
Members with insights on critical health issues. just WOW! Beyond honored to be featured in @businessworldbw 100 Pow-
Members of the caucus include: Ami Bera, M.D. (CA-06) – Internal Med-
icine; Herb Conaway Jr., M.D. (NJ-03) – Internal Medicine; Maxine Dexter, erful Women list! Feeling so grateful for the love & recognition. Witnessed
the LA Marathon....thousands of people running, the entire city cheering. So
M.D. (OR-03) – Pulmonary & Critical Care; Kelly Morrison, M.D. (MN-03) much community spirit & motivation! Heard the most magical group of young
– Obstetrics & Gynecology; Raul Ruiz, M.D. (CA-25) – Emergency Medicine; girls play Mozart’s symphonies @pinkmozartent - pure talent!”
and Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) – Pediatrics. “Had the sweetest lunch with my beautiful friend @lovelettersfortheworld...
“As physicians, we bring firsthand experience with the challenges facing
patients and providers every day,” said Representative Ami Bera, M.D. (CA- Hugged the cutest puppies ever.....cause I miss my Beau & Bruno so much!
Ended the night with the most surreal dinner at a cozy Thai spot... with Jay-Z
06). “This caucus will harness our collective expertise to advance practical, & Beyonce at the next table!!... No pics, but forever saved in my mind. And my
evidence-based solutions that lower costs, expand access and strengthen care @krrishhyy, thank you for making LA feel like home. Ly,” Bhumi concluded.
delivery. I look forward to working with my colleagues to ensure every Amer- Bhumi’s photo dump features Jennifer Garner, who shared a selfie on
ican has access to quality, affordable care.” Instagram. She also has dined with Beyonce and Jay-Z and enjoyed a soccer
A lifelong Californian and son of Indian immigrants, Congressman Bera
grew up believing America was a land of opportunity, where if you worked game with Lilly Singh.
Bhumi’s day was a perfect blend of relaxation and inspiration. Sporting
hard and played by the rules, you could reach your full potential. He attend- athletic leisure wear, she shared a glimpse into her exciting day, which also
ed California’s public schools from grammar school through medical school, included being honored as one of the 100 Powerful Women, playing and cud-
earning both his B.S. and M.D. from the University of California, Irvine. dling with adorable puppies and cheering on participants at the LA Marathon.
“Medicine is not just a profession; it is a calling—a lifelong commitment
Arjun Kapoor reacted to the post and wrote, “Babe, it’s a vibe interna-
to alleviating suffering, saving lives, and advocating for those who cannot ad- tionally also...”
vocate for themselves,” said Representative Herb Conaway Jr., M.D. (NJ-03). Meanwhile, on the work front, Bhumi was last seen in ‘Mere Husband Ki
“By launching the Doctors Caucus, we are continuing that commitment.” Biwi’ alongside Arjun Kapoor and Rakul Preet Singh.
“At a time when Republicans are attacking science, slashing health care,
Presented by Vashu Bhagnani & Puja Films and produced by Vashu
and putting politics over patients, Democratic physicians must be organized Bhagnani, Jackky Bhagnani, and Deepshikha Deshmukh, ‘Mere Husband Ki
to fight back,” said Congresswoman Maxine Dexter, M.D. (OR-03) “The Biwi’ was released on February 21 in theatres.
Congressional Doctors Caucus will be vigilant and active to do all we can to
ensure healthcare policy is patient-centered and science-based.” Continued on next page... >>

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