By Ajay Ghosh
Tampa, FL – April 1, 2026: The American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI) has announced that its 44th Annual Convention and Scientific Assembly will be held in Tampa from July 2 to 5, 2026.
“It is with great pleasure that we announce that AAPI’s 44th Annual Convention and Scientific Assembly — a mega convention of the decade — will be held in Tampa, Florida,” said Dr. Amit Chakrabarty, President of AAPI.
The theme for this year’s convention is “Stronger Together: United in Care, Undivided in Voice.”
Inviting participants from across the country, Dr. Hetal Gor, Chair of the Board of Trustees, said, “We invite you to the AAPI 44th Annual Convention in the Sunshine State of the United States. We have assembled an outstanding team of leaders for AAPICON Tampa 2026 and are very excited about this year. Attendees are encouraged to reach out to members of the Tampa Convention team with any questions or comments.”
The convention will be hosted at the prestigious JW Marriott Tampa Water Street and Tampa Marriott Water Street. Organizers said the venues will provide an intimate and engaging setting conducive to presenting cutting-edge research and continuing medical education (CME), fostering business relationships, and showcasing cultural exhibits. Ensuring vendor satisfaction and attendee comfort remains a top priority.
Described as the premier gathering of physicians of Indian origin, the event is expected to bring together leaders, innovators, and visionaries from across the healthcare spectrum. Dr. Meher Medavaram, President-Elect of AAPI, who will assume the presidency during the convention, emphasized the significance of the gathering.
“The convention offers an exciting venue to interact with leading physicians, healthcare professionals, academicians, and scientists of Indian origin,” Dr. Medavaram said. “Participants will engage in scholarly exchange of medical advances, develop health policy agendas, and help shape legislative priorities for the coming year.”
Highlighting the focus on physician well-being, Dr. Krishen Kumar, Vice President of AAPI, noted that the convention will include several wellness-centered initiatives.
“Our physician members have worked very hard throughout the year, and the 2026 convention is a perfect opportunity to ‘heal the healers’ with a special focus on wellness,” he said. Planned activities include yoga and meditation sessions, wellness kits with self-care resources, reflexology sessions, ailment-based yoga therapy, workshops on spiritual well-being, and sessions on the science of yoga and lifestyle medicine.
Dr. Seema Arora, Secretary of AAPI, reiterated the convention’s academic and policy-oriented objectives, emphasizing collaboration among healthcare professionals to advance medical science and advocacy efforts.
In addition to academic programming, the convention will feature cultural entertainment, authentic Indian cuisine, and sessions led by renowned yoga experts. A dedicated day will focus on young physicians and medical students, providing opportunities for mentorship and professional growth.
“The annual convention offers extensive academic presentations, recognition of achievements, and valuable networking opportunities through alumni and social events,” said Dr. Soumya Neravetla, Treasurer of AAPI.
Providing context on the organization’s legacy, Dr. Chakrabarty highlighted AAPI’s growth and impact over the past 44 years. Today, AAPI represents more than 120,000 Indian American physicians through 130 local chapters. Members account for approximately 10 percent of all physicians in the United States and nearly 50 percent of international medical graduates, serving one in every seven patients nationwide.
“We are proud of our achievements and our contributions to the healthcare industry and the millions of people we serve,” he said.
For more information about the convention, visit www.aapiconvention.org and www.aapiusa.org.
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