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We are pleased to share the scientific poster presentations showcased at the 47th AKMG Convention in New Jersey. Our presenters shared valuable clinical insights, research findings, and quality improvement initiatives across various disciplines. Presented Topics & Authors : Dr. Anna Carin Sunil: Title: Hidden in Plain Sight: Endometriosis Presenting as Bowel Obstruction. Dr.Hala Majeed: Title: Sar-’coy’-dosis: A Non-Caseating Drama. Dr.Akhtar Zamil Sirajudeen: Title: Mapping the Broken Clock: Quantifying Operational Delays and Their Independent Impact on Patient Satisfaction in a High-Volume Tertiary Emergency Department — A Quality Improvement Study from Kerala, India. Dr. Navya Mathew: Title: Real-World Impact of Mismatch Repair (MMR) Immunohistochemistry (IHC) in Solid Tumors: A Retrospective Analysis from a Tertiary Center in India. This academic track was organized under the leadership of Dr. Elizabeth Mammen-Prasad (AKMG Presiden...

We are pleased to announce the top performers from the poster presentation held during the AKMG Canada Annual Convention in August 2026, featuring work from IMGs, medical students, and undergraduates. Undergraduate Category Undergraduate presentations were evaluated using a grading system rather than standard scoring. Heather Ajoy (Toronto Metropolitan University) impressed the judges with her innovative research presentation, earning an A+ grade. Medical Student Category Ayush Nair was the sole participant in this category and was evaluated separately against standard benchmarks. His presentation was excellent, placing in the A+ segment. International Medical Graduates (IMGs) Highest Score: Dr. Rani Yogidas Second Place: Dr. Rohith Scariah Congratulations to all the participants for sharing their research with us this year.

📰 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...

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...

In the realm of medical mentorship, few individuals possess the passion and dedication that Dr. Elizabeth Mammen brings to the table. Her tireless efforts have not only enriched the AKMG (Association of Kerala Medical Graduates) Mentorship Program but have also profoundly impacted the careers of numerous medical professionals. Dr. Mammen has been at the forefront of designing and facilitating one-on-one mock interview practice sessions, which are essential for medical professionals navigating the competitive job market. Her adeptness in creating real-world interview scenarios and providing constructive feedback has empowered countless individuals to confidently step into their desired roles. Additionally, she has played a pivotal role in organizing and moderating group sessions and journal club meetings. These interactive gatherings have become a platform for participants to refine their communication skills, engage in enlightening discussions, and stay abreast of the latest advanc...

അവാർഡിനോടൊപ്പം ക്യാഷ് പ്രൈസായി തനിക്ക് ലഭിച്ച 5 ലക്ഷം രൂപ വൈദ്യശാസ്ത്ര ഗവേഷണ മേഖലയിൽ യുവ പ്രതിഭകളെ പ്രോത്സാഹിപ്പിക്കുന്നതിനായി പ്രൊഫ. സലിം യൂസഫ് സംഭാവന നൽകി. തുക വളരെ ചെറുതാണെന്നും പക്ഷേ ഈ പണം ഉപയോഗിച്ച് വലിയൊരു ഫണ്ട് കെട്ടിപ്പടുക്കാൻ സംസ്ഥാന സർക്കാരിന് സാധിക്കട്ടെ എന്നും അദ്ദേഹം ആശംസിച്ചു. https://prdlive.kerala.gov.in/news/317446

Dr. Venkit Iyer has been successful in publising four books published so far. 1. Decision making in clinical surgery. 2. Aging well and reaching beyond. 3.The Clinic. 4. Geriatrics Handbook. A 5th book is nearing completion. All the books are related to health care. Two of the books were released with in the last three years.The book with title “The Clinic” received a book award from Florida Authors and Publishers Association with Presidential medal.Dr. Iyer has also been an nvited lecturer by several organisations and associations with interviews on TV Asia and Rama On Health care news, and local news papers.He is also active in providing community services to Malayalee Association of Tampa, India cultural centre, Florida association of Physicians of Indian origin, and AKMG with awards and recognitions.

Like every organization in the world, AKMG also had to rethink how best to continue to serve its members during the COVID pandemic. Under the dynamic leadership of Dr. Bhatt and other senior leaders of AKMG, the pandemic has counter-intuitively strengthened our organization. While the response to COVID-19 from many bigger organizations has been ambivalent, uneven, and chaotic – AKMG have taken the challenge and made the organization better and stronger, with one of the largest increases in membership during these uncertain times. As a free service to its members AKMG decided to have an online CME session every quarter to continue to keep the momentum and members engaged with organizational activities. AKMG has always been blessed to have doctors who have excelled in clinical, educational, research, and business sides of Medicine. But Pre COVID, it was not feasible to make full use of this large talent pool. COVID-19 has thrust the world into a sudden and futuristic existence where virt...

Winners Aditya Lal, Sandra Vijayan, Neil Roy, Teresa Varghese, Neetu Scariya, Soorya Suresh

Sharing details of the discussion: Ideas to Increase the awareness of AKMG’s mission and values: 1. AKMG Merchandize: ongoing acess online for purchase, via AKMG Blogpost (Dr Teresa and Dr Nisha). 2. Periodically updated diary that summarizes the history of AKMG legacy (Dr MV Pillai). (Regular digital updates and interim print versions?) 3. Membership benefits – Collaborate with sponsors and other organizations for providing AKMG members long term discounts and deals (Dr Nisha) 4. Developing a committee for mentoring and developing entrepreneurs and executives among AKMG members (Dr Teresa and Dr MV Pillai). 5. Creating a platform for encouraging innovation in the healthcare field (Dr Teresa). 6. Creating a Membership directory with photographs (Dr Elizabeth Mammen Prasad) 7. Creating a section on the AKMG website or through other means: highlight member’s talents and achievement outside the world of medicine (creative writing, photography etc) (Dr Elizabeth Mammen Prasad) Chari...