It is with great humility and a deep sense of responsibility that I extend my first message to you as the President of IMA Gujarat State Branch. I am truly honored by the trust and confidence you have placed in me.

IMA has always stood as the strongest voice of the medical fraternity, committed to ethical practice, professional excellence, and service to society. As we navigate an era of rapid medical advances, changing healthcare policies, and increasing challenges to our profession, unity and collective wisdom have never been more important.

The year holds special significance for all of us as we celebrate the historic 100th IMA NATCON Conference, a landmark event in the journey of the Indian Medical Association. This centenary conference stands as a testimony to a century of IMA’s unwavering commitment to ethical medical practice, academic excellence, and service to the nation. The meticulous planning, remarkable academic content, and grand execution reflect the collective hard work of the IMA leadership and organizing teams across the country.

I am deeply thankful to the visionary leader Dr. Ketan Desai Sir for his constant inspiration, dynamic leadership and unwavering guidance. His foresight, wisdom, and lifelong commitment to the medical fraternity continue to motivate and inspire generations of doctors, including myself. I also express my sincere gratitude to Dr. Jitendra Patel, Dr. Kirtibhai Patel, Dr. Parimal Desai, Dr. Mahendrabhai Desai, Dr. Anil Nayak, Dr. Mahesh Patel, Dr. Dhaneshbhai Patel, Dr. Bipin Patel, Dr. Tushar Patel, and many others who supported me throughout my journey in IMA and to the presidency.

I would like to place on record my sincere appreciation for the tireless efforts and visionary leadership of our National President, Dr. Anil Nayak. His relentless hard work, dedication, and ability to unite the fraternity have been instrumental in making the 100th NATCON a memorable and meaningful success. Under his leadership, IMA has continued to strengthen its national presence while safeguarding the interests and dignity of the medical profession.

I also heartily congratulate Dr. Mehul Shah and Dr. Gargi Patel for their dedicated and impactful work as President and Hon. Secretary of IMA Gujarat. Many remarkable achievements were accomplished under their able leadership. As they passes the baton, I will strive to carry their legacy forward. My sincere thanks and congratulations to Dr. Mehul Shah and his entire IMA Gujarat team.

During my tenure, my focus will be on strengthening IMA Gujarat at the grassroots level, enhancing academic activities, promoting ethical and safe medical practice, and ensuring the well-being and security of doctors. I strongly believe that continuous medical education, leadership development, and effective communication among members will empower us to serve our patients better.

I also look forward to working closely with all local branches, senior mentors, and young doctors to foster a culture of inclusivity, innovation, and mutual respect. Together, we must uphold the dignity of our profession while adapting to the evolving healthcare landscape.

I sincerely seek your guidance, cooperation, and active participation in all IMA initiatives. Let us move forward with renewed energy, unity, and a shared commitment to excellence in healthcare.

With warm regards,

Dr. Anil D. Patel
President, G.S.B., I.M.A.

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As the Centenary NATCON approaches, there’s a lively energy across Gujarat. You can feel it in the way our teams meet late into the evening, in the quick updates shared between hospitals, and in the excitement of every member who wants this event to shine. Step by step, what once felt like a distant plan is now shaping into a meaningful and memorable celebration.

This year’s NATCON has been designed with care. The scientific sessions offer practical learning for doctors across specialties, along with thoughtful topics dedicated to women. Our MSN and JDN members will experience creative, energetic sessions that match their enthusiasm and curiosity. We are also proud to welcome international experts, whose global perspectives will add depth and inspiration to our discussions.

This gathering is useful for everyone—whether a irst-year medical student or a senior stalwart. Students will find ideas and direction for the careers they are building, young doctors will gain skills and confidence, mid-career clinicians will discover updates that refine practice, and senior experts will find a space to share their wisdom and stay connected to a changing medical world. In one place, across three days, every level of our profession grows together.

The unity of Gujarat has been the heart of this journey. Doctors from every district have come together like one family, determined to present the strength and warmth of our state. This year also brings two proud moments, the installation of Dr. Anilkumar Nayakas National President and Dr. Anil Patel as President of IMA Gujarat.

Behind the scenes, our teams are working tirelessly— checking arrangements, coordinating logistics, and ensuring comfort for every guest. Their dedication is already showing results. For the first time, an exceptionally large number of doctors from across India are coming to Ahmedabad to learn, share, and collaborate.

This year, the journey of NATCON stretches far beyond India. Doctors from the USA and several other countries are packing their bags to join us in Ahmedabad. Many of them irst heard about the 100th celebration through colleagues, research groups, or academic networks—and their curiosity quickly turned into excitement. They are coming not just to attend sessions, but to share their knowledge, explore research ideas, and build collaborations that can grow into joint publications and longterm academic partnerships. Some are even visiting Gujarat’s leading hospitals and institutes to explore training programs, exchange opportunities, and possibilities in medical tourism. Their presence adds a global flavor to our celebration, turning this NATCON into a meeting place where local expertise and international experience come together to shape the future of healthcare.

This year, Gujarat will welcome several internationally respected medical stalwarts who are travelling specially to be I.M.A.G.S.B. NEWS BULLETIN NOVEMBER-2025 / MONTHLY NEWS President, G.S.B., I.M.A. Dr. Gargi M. Patel part of the centenary celebration. Their presence will bring global wisdom to our scientific discussions and inspire doctors at every stage of their careers. For many, it will be their irst time experiencing the spirit, hospitality, and medical strength of Gujarat—and they are eager to be part of this historic gathering.

Throughout this journey, one thing has stood out above everything else—the unwavering support of our seniors, colleagues, and the entire organizing team. Our seniors have been our compass, sharing their wisdom at the right moments and guiding us whenever the road felt uncertain. Colleagues from every branch stepped forward without hesitation, bringing ideas, solving problems, and lifting the team’s spirit whenever the workload grew heavy. And our volunteer teams—doctors, students, coordinators—have shown a level of commitment that speaks volumes about their love for the IMA family. Early mornings, late nights, endless calls, and countless meetings… they embraced it all with a smile and a sense of purpose. This 100th celebration is not just an event—it is the result of hundreds of people standing together, helping one another, and believing in what we can achieve as a united team. For this, We are deeply grateful to each and every one of them.

To all supporters, volunteers, partners, and well wishers—thank you. Your support makes this centenary celebration truly special. We look forward to welcoming you to Ahmedabad for this memorable gathering.

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A hundred years ago, a handful of passionate doctors came together with a simple conference — to unite, to learn, and to serve. They could never have imagined that their vision would grow into the Indian Medical Association, a vast, vibrant community touching every corner of healthcare in India and beyond. Today, as IMA Gujarat proudly hosts 100 NATCON 2025, we are not just organizing a conference — we are opening a new chapter in this incredible story.

Imagine walking into a space buzzing with energy, where prestigious institutes host seminars and workshops, sharing insights that have shaped the future of medicine. Picture state-of the-art hospitals opening their doors, offering hands-on workshops that allow you to see healthcare excellence in action. Every session tells a story — from the humble beginnings of units to thriving hospitals, from young dreams to accomplished ventures. For small hospital owners, NATCON 2025 is a chance to gain practical wisdom — from hospital management masterclasses to marketing, planning, and leadership strategies — all designed to help clinics grow, patients thrive, and teams succeed.

For young doctors and medical students, it is a gateway to inspiration — a place to learn from stalwarts, ask questions, share ideas, and connect with mentors who can shape careers.

And beyond knowledge, NATCON is about connection. Corridors will hum with conversations, where doctors from across India — and the globe — meet, exchange ideas, and forge collaborations. International experts, national leaders, and pioneers in healthcare will gather, making this not just a conference but a melting pot of global learning and networking. Every coffee break, every hallway discussion, might spark partnerships, MoUs, or innovative projects that transform your practice and community.

Our Women Plannery Session will celebrate courage, leadership, and resilience, while the Medical Students and Junior Doctors’ Forum will bring fresh perspectives and energy. Together, they remind us that the story of medicine is ever evolving, written by those who dare to learn, innovate, and lead.

NATCON 2025 is more than a gathering — it is a living story of growth, mentorship, collaboration, and inspiration. Every seminar, every workshop, every handshake, every discussion is a chapter in this grand narrative.

So, step into this story, Join us at NATCON 2025 for this once in-a-century celebration, where doctors from across the globe will participate, knowledge will low, connections will be formed, and memories will last a lifetime. Whether you are building a small clinic, starting your journey as a young doctor, or looking to scale your practice, or planning international MOUs, NATCON 2025 is your gateway to learning, networking, and global expertise.

Welcome to 100 IMA NATCON-2025…..

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Every October, we pause to remember two towering figures of our nation — Mahatma Gandhiji and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. Both were sons of Gujarat, yet their message belonged to the whole world. Gandhiji taught us that service is the highest form of strength, and Sardar showed us that unity can turn dreams into reality. Their birthdays remind us that our own work, too, must always be rooted in service and togetherness.

This October, we feel the same spirit alive in our fraternity. The preparations for the 100th NATCON are moving ahead with remarkable energy. Just as Gandhiji mobilized people with a quiet resolve, and Sardar brought them together with unshakable determination, we too are working with both vision and unity to create something historic.

We have had the privilege of witnessing the buzz during our pre-conference seminars — halls filled with eager learners, young doctors asking questions, seniors sharing pearls of wisdom, and the sense that we are building more than an event, we are building a legacy. Each seminar has been like a rehearsal for the grand symphony that NATCON promises to be.

What excites us most is the dual heartbeat of this event: on one hand, honoring the 100 senior doctors of Gujarat who have given a lifetime of healing and care; on the other, creating an academic playground for our medical students and junior doctors. One represents the roots, the other the new shoots. Together, they make our fraternity evergreen.

In many ways, NATCON is not just a conference but a bridge — between past and future, wisdom and curiosity, local service and global exchange. Each of us has a role to play in crossing that bridge together, carrying forward the values of those who came before us while lighting the way for those who will follow.

We are also preparing to welcome stalwarts from across India and abroad. Imagine the exchange of ideas, the stories of journeys from different corners of the world, and the friendships that will be forged here in Gujarat.

As we look ahead, we see NATCON not just as a conference, but as a living story — one where the wisdom of our seniors, the energy of our youth, and the vision of our leaders all meet on one stage.

This October, let us walk together with the spirit of Gandhiji and the strength of Sardar, and let us write a new chapter in the history of IMA Gujarat.

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Every year on 5th September, we pause to celebrate “Teacher’s Day”. For us, it is not just about honoring the teachers of our classrooms but also about acknowledging the mentors we meet throughout our medical journey — professors, seniors, colleagues, and even patients who silently shape our understanding. Medicine is a profession where every day is a lesson, and every person we meet has something to teach us. This spirit of learning and gratitude forms the foundation of our work at IMA.

Carrying this motive forward, we now stand at a historic moment — the 100th NATCON. The preparations are in full momentum, and the excitement is visible across Gujarat. Like students preparing for their final examinations, our teams are working day and night to ensure that this centenary celebration shines as one of the finest in IMA’s history. But just like in the classroom, success here too depends on teamwork. Every local branch has an important role, and we urge each one to come forward and make their contribution. When every branch adds its energy, the entire state will shine.

We have already plan the first steps on this journey. The pre-conference seminar, to be held with the collaboration of prestigious institutes, an excellent preview of what lies ahead. The discussions will be rich, the ideas innovative, and the participation heartening.

Looking ahead, we want NATCON 2025 to be more than just a conference. Our scientific sessions will highlight the latest advances in medicine, but they will also create space for medical students and young doctors. Their curiosity, their questions, and their fresh perspectives are what will carry our profession into the future. By giving them a platform, we are not only sharing knowledge but also nurturing tomorrow’s leaders.

It is a journey of discovery and inspiration. Imagine halls abuzz with the wisdom of eminent national and international faculties, where doctors will explore everything from hospital start-ups and advanced management, strategies to business-to-business collaborations and international medical tourism. It will be a place where knowledge meets innovation, experience meets curiosity, and ideas transform into action. Every session, every discussion, and every interaction will echo the spirit of progress, leaving participants energized to take their practices, institutions, and patient care to new heights. NATCON 100 is not just an event; it is a living story of medicine, vision, and the relentless pursuit of excellence — a legacy we are proud to continue and share with the world.

So as we write to you this month, We see NATCON 2025 as a story we are all co-authoring. A story where gratitude for our teachers leads us to prepare diligently, where unity across branches ensures success, where students and young doctors ind their voice.

Together, let us not just organize a conference but create a legacy that future g

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