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AAPI’s Women’s Leadership Forum Focuses

on “Celebrating Women of Excellence”

OUR BUREAU inner knowledge and offered effec-
tive strategies that work for everyone.
New York, NY
Dr. Asha Pillai, Chair of Hema-
omen are leading the world tology, Hematologic Malignancies,
by being the proponents of and Transplantation in the Scientific
Weconomic empowerment, Council at Regeneron received her
strengthening educational organiza- medical degree and fellowship train-
tions, and being a powerful voice in ing in Pediatric and Adult Hematol-
politics. They have overcome obsta- ogy from Stanford University. Over
cles and have shown the world what a the past 15 years, Dr. Pillai and her
woman can achieve and contribute to research group have established im-
the betterment of the world as never portant new immune theories in mis-
before in human history. matched donor bone marrow and or-
The presence of a dozen extraor- gan transplantation as well as cellular
dinarily successful Women Leaders immunotherapy for cancer treatment.
representing a diversity of profes- This has formed the basis for her on-
sions, involving public, private, and light women leaders who are chang- In her keynote address, Her Ho- going global impact work.
government organizations at the ing the world and working towards liness Jagadguru Sai Maa, a world-re- A versatile actress, producer,
much-anticipated Women’s Lead- the betterment of the community.” nowned spiritual master, healer, and trained classical dancer, author a lov-
ership Forum during the recently The theme chosen for the Forum humanitarian, with a unique fusion ing mother, and a big hearted social-
concluded 41st Annual Convention today, “Celebrating Women of Excel- of Eastern spiritual wisdom, Western ite, With an illustrious career span-
organized by the American Associ- lence “ holds immense importance as therapeutic knowledge, and energetic ning many decades, and a winner of
ation of Physicians of Indian Origin it recognizes and pays tribute to the mastery, fondly called Sai Maa shared many awards including the national
(AAPI) in Philadelphia, PA from July remarkable achievements and contri- with the audience on ways to uplift award, multiple film fare, Ritupar-
6th to 9th, 2023 was a way of cele- butions of women in various spheres and empower others to master their na Sen Gupta was another speaker
brating the success stories of women of life, Dr. Shivangi, who was honored lives. Sai Maa, who is the first-ever who shared her insights about a key
who are trailblazers and have inspired with AAPI’s Distinguished Service female to be awarded the prestigious principle or attitude she follows that
and led others with their exception- Award during the Convention here, title Jagadguru in India’s 2,700 years has helped her balance and keep her
al achievements, personifying grace, said. of the Vishnuswami lineage, one of grounded and about the roles that she
and setting the standard for success. “Throughout history, women the highest designations in the Hin- had played in Movies has inspired her
Setting the tone for this celebra- have overcome numerous obstacles du tradition, is being recognized personal life. .
tion, Dr. Udaya Shivangi, Chair of and have shattered glass ceilings, as embodying the power and influ- Dr. Gita Mehta, a practicing OB/
AAPI’s Women’s Committee, in her leaving an indelible mark on society. ence to transform the entire planet. GYN physician at the Cleveland Clin-
opening remarks, provided an over- They have become pioneers, breaking Sai Maa, who has developed a ic, who has been an essential part of
view of the Forum and the many initia- stereotypes and proving that gender signature program, HealthSpan by AAPI for the past 30 years and has
tives by the Forum both in India and should never limit one’s aspirations Design, that introduces a new health been a vital part of the Women’s Fo-
the United States. “Women’s Forum or potential. By recognizing and hon- paradigm where you align with your in- rum and was Chair of the committee
has been an integral part of AAPI, al- oring their excellence, we uplift the nate life force to retain vibrant health in 2004 eloquently moderated the
ways at the forefront, coming up with achievements of women everywhere as you age, spoke about how to pro- interactive session with the highly ac-
innovative ideas to make each event a and pave the way for future gener- gram your cells for maximum health, complished women leaders along with
unique and transformative experience. ations to strive for greatness,” Dr. youthfulness, and longevity. With Dr. Manju Sachdev, co-chair of the
Each year the Forum aims to spot- Shivangi added. great passion, Sai Maa shared her Women’s Forum.

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