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From Tampa to Timeless Japan: A Journey Through Culture, Speed, and Soul Easter 2026

Reena Kavilaveettil MD Traveling with Family and Friends from Tampa Brown Bears I. Arrival — Tokyo in Full Bloom Our journey began in Tampa, with excitement packed tighter than our suitcases. As the plane lifted into the early morning sky on Easter Day, we left behind the familiar warmth of home, heading toward a land where tradition and technology coexist in perfect harmony — Tokyo. Tokyo welcomed us not just with its dazzling lights, but with a rare gift: cherry blossoms in full bloom. Walking through Ueno Park, we found ourselves beneath a canopy of soft pink sakura petals. The air felt lighter, almost magical, as families gathered, laughter echoed, and petals fell gently like nature's own confetti. We felt incredibly fortunate to witness the fleeting beauty of sakura — Japan's most poetic season. II. Temples, Palaces, and the Soul of the City Our Tokyo tour began at the serene Meiji Shrine, nestled within a beautifully forested area that honors Emperor Meiji — th...
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Sharing is Caring: AKMG Florida’s Heartwarming Holiday Giving Gathering

This holiday season, the spirit of community and compassion took center stage as AKMG Florida hosted its Holiday Giving Gathering on January 4th in Lutz. It was an afternoon filled with warmth, delicious homemade treats, and a collective mission to support survivors of domestic violence. The event was dedicated to supporting The Spring of Tampa Bay, an organization providing vital safe spaces and empowering services to survivors and their children. Our members showed incredible generosity, fulfilling needs from the organization’s Amazon list and donating essential items—from usable phones and blankets to furniture and clothing. Whether members attended in person or contributed from afar—stretching from Tallahassee to Fort Lauderdale—the response was overwhelmingly positive. All collected items were delivered to the organization on January 12th, ensuring a bright start to the new year for many families. The gathering wasn't just about giving; it was about connection. Attendee...

Spreading Holiday Joy: AKMG Canada Launches Toy Drive with CP24 CHUM Christmas Wish!

We are thrilled to share the successful inauguration of the new AKMG Canada leadership team with an initiative close to our hearts: a holiday toy drive to bring joy and support to children and families in need this holiday season. In a wonderful demonstration of our commitment to community service, AKMG Canada partnered with the renowned CP24 CHUM Christmas Wish Toy Drive. This collaboration marks a fantastic start for our newly appointed leadership, showcasing their dedication to making a tangible difference right from the outset. This inaugural event was spearheaded by our dynamic new executive team: President: Dr. Iqbal Vadakkayil Secretary: Dr. Sumesh Murali Treasurer: Dr. Ajoi Vincent Under their guidance, the AKMG Canada family rallied together with incredible enthusiasm and generosity. Thanks to the overwhelming support and kind contributions from our members and the community, we were able to collect a fantastic total of 80 toys! Each toy represents a spark of ho...

AKMG Georgia's 5th Annual Holiday Food Drive: Making an Impact in 2025

Good morning AKMG Family! We hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving with family and friends. As we close out the year, the AKMG Georgia Chapter is excited to share major progress on our 5th Annual Holiday Food Drive campaign! Including cash and check donations, our 2025 Holiday Food Drive has raised an impressive $5,077.00 and is still growing!This generous amount will translate into 15,231 nutritious meals provided by the Atlanta Community Food Bank for our neighbors in need. We are incredibly grateful to everyone who has donated thus far—your support makes a tangible difference in our community.We were also proud to have our current president, Dr. Elizabeth Mammen Prasad, kick off the 2025 giving season as our first donor! The need for food security remains high, and AKMG Georgia is committed to continuous support. Over the last four years, the AKMG Georgia Chapter has helped provide over 80,000 meals to the hungry and homeless in and around Atlanta. We are especially proud o...

Exciting News: A New Chapter for Trivandrum Medical College!

📰 Exciting News: A New Chapter for Trivandrum Medical College! It is with immense enthusiasm and great hope that I share some truly spectacular news regarding the future growth of our beloved alma mater, Trivandrum Medical College (TMC). 🌟 Launching a Grand Initiative We are on the cusp of launching a grand initiative intended to propel TMC into its next phase of spectacular growth. The goal is ambitious: to explore a formal tie-up with the Mayo Clinic to revamp TMC as a world-class Centre of Excellence. We are committed to doing whatever it takes to reach that goal. 🤝 Global Preventive Oncology Summit & Distinguished Guests A pivotal event in this journey will be the Global Preventive Oncology (GPO) Summit being held in Thiruvananthapuram from January 16th to 18th. We are incredibly honored to welcome two distinguished guests from the global healthcare community for this summit: Dr. Prathibha Varkey, President of Mayo Health Systems, will be joining us. Dr. Varkey is a daug...

Sangamagrama: Visiting the Cradle of Indian Mathematics (Blog post by Dr. Ravi Raghavan)

We recently made a trip to Sangamagrama, the legendary 13th-century school of mathematics founded by Madhava of Sangamagrama. And let me tell you, it was a real goosebumps moment for us. The irony is striking: this place of immense historical importance was just 7 miles from my childhood home, yet I didn't even know it existed during my school days! To stand there, in the very place where such mathematical and astronomical excellence flourished, was awe-inspiring. This was knowledge that predated European knowhow, telescopes, and the generation of Newton—a testament to a brilliant, often under-appreciated, South Indian tradition in mathematics that later peaked with the likes of Ramanujan. The site is incredibly humble and is preserved as part of the Irinjidapilly Krishna temple, where Madhava lived and worked. The original writings of this astronomical and mathematical genius are famously preserved on two large, 700-year-old stone tablets. Many looked at the moon, but it ...

AKMG CME NOVEMBER 2025

Note of Appreciation I extend my sincere appreciation to Dr. KJ Oommen for an outstanding CME lecture on recent advances in neurostimulation therapies, especially in Parkinson’s disease and other neurological conditions. His presentation reflected the rigor and curiosity of a true scientist—delivered with clarity, insight, and enthusiasm. The audience was probably enthralled by his ability to translate complex science into meaningful clinical practice. Thank you Dr. KJ Oommen for sharing your expertise and inspiring all of us to advance patient care through innovation and knowledge. Regards, Dr. Anasseril Daniel . This was a great insight into the technological advancement and precision therapy in the mysterious and fascinating world of neuroscience- Thank you for arranging this Dr.Mammen & Dr Oommen. Regards, Dr. Ormila Kovilam . Excellent talk. Enjoyed and learned a lot. Thanks Drs Ommen, Liz and Paul. Regards, Dr. Ravindranathan . "Thank you Dr. Oommen f...