Association of Physicians of Pakistani-Descent of North America (DMV Chapter)
The APPNA DMV Chapter is a non-profit organization whose members are Physicians that are residents of Virginia, Maryland, and District of Columbia . They and their families endeavor to contribute to the well-being of the community through their scientific, medical, cultural and philanthropic actions. APPNA is a national organization with chapters in many states.
Majid Ghauri, MD FASA
President, APPNA DMV
Dear APPNA DMV Members,
As salaam o Alaikum!
In the name of Allah, The Most Beneficent, the Most Merciful
I thank you, with the utmost sincerity, for the trust you have bestowed upon me in electing me as your next President of APPNA DMV for the year 2025. With gratitude and respect, I would also thank those leaders of the past who have tirelessly dedicated their time, effort, and expertise in bringing APPNA DMV to the forefront of the National APPNA organization. I am delighted to extend a warm welcome to the APPNA DMV 2025 Executive Committee: Dr. Sara Shafqat, General Secretary; Dr. Fatima Shekhani, Treasurer; Dr. Reema Chaudri, Immediate Past President; and Dr. Tariq Mahmood, Executive Director.
By way of introduction, I am a graduate of Rawalpindi Medical College and have completed anesthesia residency at the University of Louisville, and fellowships in Pain Management and Critical Care at the University of Cincinnati, and the University of Maryland Shock Trauma Center, respectively. I have over 25 years of experience, and am board certified in Anesthesiology, Pain Management, and Critical Care Medicine through the American Board of Anesthesiology; furthermore, I have served as Chief of the Anesthesia Service of a regional medical center. Currently, I practice Interventional Pain Management in Northern Virginia. My wife, Farah, is a Medical Oncologist at the National Cancer Institute, NIH, and specializes in women’s malignancies.
As I look forward to the future, I am enthusiastic about a collaborative relationship with the talented individuals that comprise our Executive Committee, but, also with YOU, the esteemed members of our organization. Our genuine intent is to lead with the motto of “Unity, Faith, and Discipline” which was the guiding principle adopted by Pakistan’s esteemed founder, Muhammad Ali Jinnah. He is quoted in multiple speeches as saying: “With faith, discipline, unity, and selfless devotion to duty, there is nothing worthwhile that you cannot achieve.” The same principles can be applied to our distinguished organization, founded almost 50 years ago by physician leaders, with good faith and the best of intentions. It is our honor to forge ahead and enrich the foundation laid by our trailblazing leaders, firmly cementing our organization into a cohesive platform to engage in continuing medical education, humanitarian efforts, community outreach, together with occasional social gatherings that would serve to solidify bonds of friendship – ultimately serving to enhance unified participation.
With that said, I look forward to broad engagement across our membership, development of new and progressive ideas, and establishment of majority agreement on the best utilization of organizational resources and efforts. The Association of Physicians of Pakistani Descent of North America is an institution that has been thoughtfully established for the physicians, by the physicians. We are all in this together, let’s stand shoulder-to shoulder strong!
With warm wishes for a blessed 2025,
Majid Ghauri, MD, FASA
President, APPNA DMV
OUR VISION
As a professional, nonpolitical, equal opportunity organization which promotes excellence in healthcare, research, education, and humanitarian activities, our Vision is to further the mission of APPNA by increasing the networking opportunities among members, foster education of latest scientific development and education in the field of medicine and delivery of better healthcare. We also aim to encourage medical education and delivery of better health care in Pakistan and strive to educate and inform local political leaders in problems confronted by the medical community in general and Pakistani-American physicians in particular.
Goals and Objectives
APPNA DMV members serve in various community organizations, free clinics and collaborate with national and international organizations on projects impacting the wellbeing of the community locally, nationally and internationally. Below are a few objectives of our chapter.
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To support medical education and research
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To form a peer group for support and career development of physicians of Pakistani origin in the DMV
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To facilitate better understanding and relations amongst Pakistani physicians/community and people of the DMV
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To institute mechanisms for cooperation with other medical organizations in the DMV
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To help in the orientation and adjustment of medical students and medical school graduates from Pakistan entering the US medical system in the DMV by a variety of manners, including the development of a mentoring program
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To cooperate with medical schools and hospitals in Pakistan in ongoing continuing medical education by arranging lecture tours, conferences and workshops
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To participate in medical relief and other charitable activities both in Pakistan and in North America
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To advocate for political issues affecting our profession and human rights
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To expose our youth to the political system as well as involve them in charitable work and other activities
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To promote creative endeavours in our community
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To arrange social events in the local community to improve awareness in our younger generation
Please help support APPNA DMV in any capacity you can! Your financial contributions are tax-deductible and help us support and raise funds for various charitable causes throughout the year and beyond. Thank you for your support!
Upcoming Events
Email us at
Email: info@appnadmv.org
Tel: +1-410-409-5057
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