The American College of Physicians (ACP) is a diverse community of internal medicine specialists and subspecialists united by a commitment to excellence. Internists apply scientific knowledge and clinical expertise to the diagnosis, treatment, and compassionate care of adults across the spectrum from health to complex illness. With 152,000 members in countries across the globe, ACP is the largest medical-specialty society in the world. Over 14,000 members reside outside of the U.S.

ACP came to India in 2012 and the Indian Chapter was established in January 2015. Today it is one of the fastest growing international Chapters. As on date Jan 2018 we have 749 members – 2 Masters; 190 Fellows; 305 full members; 15 Resident/Fellows-in-training; 16 Physician Affiliate members and 220 Medical Student members. Since membership is free for medical students studying in medical colleges approved by the World Directory of Medical Schools (refer http://www.faimer.org/resources/world-directory.html) I request ACP members in India who engage with medical students to encourage them to register as members today.

ACP is known for excellence in our educational offerings. Members access free and discounted tools that help you stay up to date whether you’re teaching or expanding your knowledge base for your practice.

ACP and Annals of Internal Medicine are using social media more than ever to communicate and share information relevant to internal medicine. ACP’s online Special Interest Groups offer physicians an opportunity to share experiences, questions and solve with their peers. Do download the apps from the App Store.

It is our endeavour to more than double our membership in India in this financial dues year. This will not be possible without the support of each member. Refer a Colleague and earn significant discounts on your membership dues and a chance to win a grand prize to IM2019. For more details visit https://www.acponline.org/membership/recruit/.

Suggestions regards increasing the visibility and outreach of the Chapter are welcome. You can write to me at dranujm@gmail.com acpgovernor.india@gmail.com.

We hope that you will visit this site frequently and enjoy its contents.

Sincerely,
Anuj Maheshwari, MD, FACP
Governor, ACP India Chapter