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    NORTH AMERICAN Newsline                                                   MAY 08, 2026     |  The Indian Eye 26

             Service to Underserved (SEVA) Indian American Physicians

                  Celebrate Legacy, Leadership, and Harmony in Healing

            OUR BUREAU

            Chicago, IL
                   n a vibrant Saturday evening,
                   April 18, 2026, at the elegant
            OAshton Place in Willowbrook,
            Illinois, The Indian American Char-
            itable Foundation (IAMA-CF) and
            Indian American Medical Associ-
            ation of Illinois (IAMA-IL) came
            together in a dazzling fusion of pro-
            fessional excellence, cultural pride,
            and heartfelt community service. The
            annual banquet transformed into a
            memorable night of recognition, in-
            spiration, and celebration, where 375
            physicians, families, and supporters
            gathered to honor decades of dedica-
            tion to medicine and humanity.
                The evening kicked off with a
            warm Social Hour and Exhibitor Dis-
            play from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, setting
            a convivial tone as attendees net-
            worked, explored health-related ex-
            hibits, and caught up with colleagues.
            The cultural spark ignited at 6:15 PM
            with a graceful Kuchipudi Dance
            Performance by talented young art-
            ist Aashna Golla, whose fluid move-
            ments and expressive storytelling
            beautifully bridged traditional Indian
            artistry with the modern American
            experience.
                The formal proceedings unfold-
            ed under the polished guidance of
            Master of Ceremonies Dr. Rajan
            Shah and Dr. Poonam Merai. The na-  hanced website and ability to do Tele   education, and community empow-  Dr. Ngozi Ezike
            tional anthems resonated powerfully,  Health  visits  significantly  improving  erment. His words resonated deeply,  •  IAMA-CF Lifetime Support Rec-
            performed with pride by Dr. Radhika   excess and services to patients.  inspiring attendees to think beyond   ognition – Late Dr. Usharani
            Chimata and Dr. Samir Shah, evok-     The highlight of the evening ar-  clinical practice toward broader soci-  Nimmagadda;  Family  (a  poignant
            ing a deep sense of unity between the   rived with the Chief Guest, Dr. Bobby  etal impact. Dr. Meher Medavaram,   posthumous honor celebrating en-
            Indian and American identities that  Mukkamala, President of the Ameri- President of IAMA-IL, delivered an   during family legacy in service)
            define this vibrant community.    can Medical Association (AMA). As   inspiring presidential address, high- •  IAMA-CF Service; Recognition
                This was followed by a spectacu-  the first physician of Indian heritage   lighting the organizations ongoing   Awards – Dr. Bharati Swamina-
            lar and informative Video including   to lead the AMA, Dr. Mukkamala   mission to support Indian American   than, Dr. Shami Goyat, Mr. Rajesh
            history and address by many found-  brought national stature and person-  physicians, advance medical excel-  Chotalia, and Dr. Prema Malani
            ing members and key leaders. The   al inspiration to the gathering. His   lence, and serve underserved popu-   For over three decades, IA-
            welcome address by President Dr.  presence underscored the growing  lations through the free community  MA-IL and IAMACF have stood as
            Samir Shah was  heartwarming and   influence  of  Indian  American  phy- health clinic operated by IAMA-CF.  pillars of support for physicians while
            dynamic,  highlighting  significant   sicians in shaping healthcare policy    Dr. Tapan Parikh, the Secretary  quietly transforming lives through
            transformation of IAMA Charitable   and advocacy at the highest levels.  of IAMA-IL conducted semiannual   free healthcare services. The 2026
            clinic  in  2025-2026.  Dr.  Shah  pas-  Dr. Subrahmanyam Dravida   meeting and elected two members   banquet reinforced their vital role in
            sionately outlined the foundation  (Subra) President of EKAL-USA,  from IAMA Membership for par- bridging communities, advocating for
            impactful work, including the Seva   served as the Keynote Speaker.  ticipation for Nominating Commit- better health policies, and nurturing
            Community Health Clinic that pro- Known for his visionary leadership   tee for 2026. The heart of the night  the next generation of healers. In an
            vides free medical services to those in   in technology and his dedication to   belonged to the Awards Ceremony,  era when healthcare faces unprec-
            need in the Chicago area. The most   rural education and development  which shone a well-deserved spot- edented challenges, events like this
            notable progress includes expanding   in India through Ekal Vidyalaya ini- light on extraordinary contributions:  remind us that unity, legacy, and joy-
            the Clinic hours to 6 days per week,  tiatives, Dr. Dravida delivered an  •  Lifetime Achievement Award – Dr.  ful service remain the strongest pre-
            addition of Women’s Health clinic,  eloquent address that connected   Thomas John                     scriptions for a healthier society.
            Community Heath seminars, en-     the dots between medical service,  •  Distinguished Physician  Award –   --- Asian Media USA

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