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CAPI Connect

Welcome to CAPI Connect - where collaboration, culture, and community come together. Here, the Central Florida Association of Physicians from the Indian Subcontinent (CAPI) shares stories that celebrate our members, highlight partnerships, and explore the impact of Indian-American physicians advancing healthcare across Central Florida.

Bringing Care Closer: Inside CAPI’s Community Health Fair

Sometimes what people need most isn’t a diagnosis—it’s a chance to ask, to understand, and to feel heard. At its core, healthcare is about access, trust, and connection. Yet for many individuals and families, getting answers to basic health questions—or even accessing preventive care—can feel out of reach. That’s where community-driven efforts step in to make a meaningful difference. Each year, the Central Florida Association of Physicians from the Indian Subcontinent (CAPI)

A Decade of Partnership: CAPI & AdventHealth Advancing Graduate Medical Education Together

For more than ten years, the Central Florida Association of Physicians from the Indian Subcontinent (CAPI) has proudly partnered with AdventHealth to strengthen our region’s medical community through education, cultural connection, and a shared commitment to excellence. When we invest in physician education and mentorship, patients across Central Florida benefit from care that’s more skilled, more compassionate, and more connected to the communities it serves. This collaborat

Honoring Vision and Impact: The CAPI Legacy Leadership Award

For nearly 20 years, the Central Florida Association of Physicians from the Indian Subcontinent (CAPI) has united more than 600 medical and dental professionals who share a commitment to advancing healthcare excellence, strengthening communities, and celebrating cultural heritage. In recognition of members whose impact reaches far beyond their clinical expertise, CAPI established one of its highest honors—the CAPI Legacy Leadership Award. Awarded annually during the annual

Celebrating the Power, Purpose, and Presence of Women in Medicine: The CAPI Women’s Leadership Forum:

For nearly two decades, the Central Florida Association of Physicians from the Indian Subcontinent (CAPI) has united more than 600 medical and dental professionals committed to advancing healthcare excellence , leadership, and community impact. Through education, philanthropy, and cultural connection, CAPI has contributed more than half a million dollars—and growing—toward strengthening Central Florida’s healthcare ecosystem while proudly elevating Indian culture and cross-cu

Leading with Heart: CAPI’s 2025 Evening of Hope Gala Honors Service, Legacy, and the Future of Healthcare

On December 6th, nearly 300 CAPI members along with community healthcare leaders (from AdventHealth, HCA Healthcare, Orlando Health and UCF College of Medicine) gathered at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress to celebrate one of CAPI’s most anticipated annual traditions—the 2025 Evening of Hope Gala. This signature event, presented in partnership with the American Heart Association, beautifully showcased the heart of CAPI: service, community, culture, and collaboration. For ne

Empowering the Next Generation of Indian American Medical Leaders

The CAPI Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance to medical students who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and a strong commitment to community service. Beyond financial support, the scholarship represents a belief in the power of education to transform lives and a recognition of the bright potential within the next generation of physicians.

Orlando Health Hosts Annual Diwali Celebration for CAPI Members at The Alfond Inn

This year marks a joyful milestone — ten years of the annual Diwali celebration proudly sponsored by Orlando Health , a tradition that continues to shine brightly in the heart of Central Florida’s healthcare community. For the past four years, this cherished event has been hosted at the elegant Alfond Inn , where hundreds of physicians, healthcare professionals, and community leaders gather to honor the Festival of Lights and the values it represents — renewal, gratitude, and

Honoring Our Roots: CAPI’s Enduring Partnership with AAPI

CAPI’s roots run deep with the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI), the national organization that inspired our founding and continues to guide our mission today. As Central Florida’s official AAPI chapter, CAPI proudly unites more than 600 physicians and dental professionals dedicated to advancing healthcare excellence, fostering professional growth, and celebrating Indian culture.

About CAPI

For nearly 20 years, the Central Florida Association of Physicians from the Indian Subcontinent (CAPI) has united more than 600 medical and dental professionals committed to advancing healthcare excellence and community well-being. Through scholarships, grants, philanthropy, and cultural initiatives, CAPI strengthens Central Florida while celebrating Indian heritage and fostering cross-cultural connection. We also create strategic partnership opportunities that connect mission-aligned organizations with our dynamic and membership.

Legacy Leadership Award