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Global Association of Physicians of India Origin, or GAPIO, is created to empower physicians of Indian origin to achieve highest professional standards.

GAPIO vision is: Improving Health Worldwide. The core GAPIO objectives are:

To provide an international forum for physicians of Indian origin

To participate in global health agendas by liaising with organizations in the public, private and voluntary sectors to identify barriers and opportunities to improve policies and practices and availability and distribution of resources to impact on improving health. To promote initiatives that empowers individual physician to achieve professional excellence. To liaise with appropriate statutory and registering bodies internationally for recognition of qualifications and experience of Indian physicians and access to equal rights in their career. To promote greater understanding of challenges faced in addressing a range of healthcare issues, and strive for ensuring safe and affordable services. To actively contribute towards medical education, training and research. To encourage its members to support social and cultural organisations in promoting better health awareness amongst the local communities. To facilitate professional networks to develop academic and clinical initiatives for mutual knowledge sharing. To offer support and encouragement to statutory and non-statutory institutions so as to further the aims of GAPIO.

17/07/2026

🧠 GAPIO Radiology International Lecture Series

Imaging in Stroke: When a Normal CT is Not Normal

Early stroke can be difficult to detect, especially when the initial CT scan appears normal. Join leading experts as they discuss subtle imaging findings, the importance of clinical correlation, and practical approaches for the early diagnosis of acute ischemic stroke to improve patient outcomes.

📅 Date: Saturday, 25th July 2026
🕖 Time: 7:00 PM IST
💻 Platform: Virtual Webinar

🔗 Register & Join Here:
https://www.docplexus.com/open-webinar/01e6c9d2-4716-43cd-8e7b-1290937d924d/Imaging-in-Stroke:-When-a-Normal-CT-is-Not-Normal

We invite physicians, radiologists, neurologists, residents, and healthcare professionals to participate in this informative session and engage in an interactive discussion with experts.

Please share this invitation with your colleagues and networks to help maximize participation.

01/07/2026

Behind every mask is a doctor who carries more than a stethoscope - responsibility, resilience, compassion, and the quiet weight of healing lives.

This Doctors’ Day, GAPIO honours Indian doctors and doctors of Indian origin across the world, and reminds us that those who heal others deserve care, support, and healing too.

Honouring the healers behind the mask.

30/06/2026

🔗 Register here: https://www.docplexus.com/open-webinar/4766ba7e-16bb-49e2-8a28-9461fcbdd906/Medicolegal-Primer

GAPIO is organizing an international lecture session on "Medicolegal Primer" on 4th July 2026 at 6:00 PM IST.
The session will cover medical ethics, informed consent, documentation practices, legal responsibilities, and risk mitigation strategies for safe and compliant medical practice.
Dr. Sunil Khetarpal, Deputy Director General at the Association of Healthcare Providers India (AHPI) and former COO of Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute, New Delhi, will chair the session. The keynote will be delivered by Dr. Ashwini Kumar Setya, Senior Consultant at Medanta Institute of Digestive & Hepatobiliary Sciences, New Delhi, who also serves as an advisor and consultant in medical law and ethics.
📅 Date: 4th July 2026 (Saturday)
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM IST / 8:30 AM EST / 1:30 PM BST / 10:30 PM AEST

This is a great opportunity for physicians and healthcare professionals to better understand the legal and ethical dimensions of clinical practice, with a live Q&A to follow.

21/06/2026

As healthcare professionals, we often encourage others to adopt healthier habits, yet our own well-being matters just as much. This International Day of Yoga, let us remember that yoga is not only a path to healthy ageing for our patients, but for us as well. By supporting balance, flexibility, strength, calmness, and emotional well-being, yoga reminds us that caring for ourselves is also an essential part of caring for others.

18/06/2026

On Autistic Pride Day 2026, GAPIO celebrates autistic identity, strengths, and voices. True inclusion goes beyond awareness—it means listening, adapting, and creating schools, workplaces, healthcare systems, and communities where every autistic individual is respected and supported.

05/06/2026

Nature has always shown us how to heal, restore, and sustain life. As physicians, protecting health also means protecting the environment that shapes it. Cleaner air, safer water, balanced ecosystems, and climate-conscious choices are essential for healthier communities and a stronger future.

28/05/2026

On Menstrual Hygiene Day 2026, we stand together for a — a world where menstruation is understood, respected, and never surrounded by stigma.

This day reminds us that menstrual health is not just about hygiene products, but also about education, dignity, access to healthcare, and open conversations.

From early awareness and safe hygiene practices to timely screening for iron deficiency, PCOS, thyroid imbalance, and hormonal health — empowering women with knowledge can transform lives.

GAPIO encourages everyone to break the silence around periods and support a healthier, safer, and more informed future for women and girls everywhere. 💗

25/05/2026

On World Thyroid Day 2026, we raise awareness about the vital connection between thyroid health and nutrition.

This year’s theme — “Thyroid and Nutrition” — highlights the importance of essential nutrients like iodine, selenium, and zinc in maintaining healthy thyroid function and metabolism.

The campaign also emphasizes the need for early recognition of symptoms such as fatigue, unexplained weight changes, hair fall, anxiety, and mood fluctuations — signs that are often overlooked or mistaken for stress.

A holistic approach combining timely medical care, balanced nutrition, stress management, and physical activity can significantly improve thyroid health and quality of life.

GAPIO encourages individuals to stay informed, seek timely diagnosis, and prioritize thyroid wellness for a healthier future.

20/05/2026

🌍 Join GAPIO & GSTT for an insightful international lecture on **Comprehensive Geriatric Care** featuring leading global experts in elderly healthcare.

📅 Date: 23 May 2026
🕖 Time: 7:00 PM IST

As the global elderly population grows, comprehensive geriatric care is becoming more critical than ever. Gain valuable insights into evolving clinical challenges, multidisciplinary care approaches, and best practices from renowned specialists across the world.

🔗 Register & Join the Session Now: https://www.docplexus.com/open-webinar/b7983cbb-3be5-4f5a-9e98-6f00e12c004e/Comprehensive-Geriatric-Care

17/05/2026

World Hypertension Day 2026 reminds us that controlling blood pressure is a shared responsibility. With the theme “Controlling Hypertension Together!”, this year’s campaign highlights the importance of regular blood pressure checks, early intervention, healthy lifestyles, and accessible care to defeat the “silent killer.” As healthcare professionals, every conversation, screening, and timely action can help protect millions from preventable heart, brain, and kidney complications.

Address

Hospital Complex, Basement, Indraprastha Medical Corporation Ltd
Delhi
110076

Telephone

+919958767568

Website

https://www.gapio.in/

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