About Us
Our Mission Statement
I.M.A. Australian Chapter established in 2017 is an initiative to have a central federation for state-based Indian Medical Associations throughout Australia.
Our Queensland branch represents over 1000 medical professionals of Indian origin who are dedicated to practising medicine with the highest standards of excellence.
We are recognised by the Indian Medical Association's headquarters in New Delhi and operate as a not-for-profit organisation focused on supporting our members and the broader community.
We invite Queensland based Medical Practitioners of Indian Origin to join us as we continue to grow and contribute positively to the Australian healthcare landscape.
Association Objectives
1. Establish a forum for health professionals of Indian origin practicing in Australia, for exchange of views and ideas that may further healthcare in both countries.
2. To provide a support network and advocacy group for Indian-origin medical practitioners and their families in Queensland.
3. Liaise with state and federal government, the Indian High Commission, and public and private organisations to represent the Indian-origin medical practitioner community.
4. Undertake activities to promote public health initiatives (e.g. health literacy, immunisation, diet and exercise) targeted at vulnerable members of the Australian-Indian community in Queensland.
5. Publication of a regular newsletter & Medical Directory.
6. Provision of educational opportunities forum, keynote talks from health experts, and continuous professional development.
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7. Develop and promote professional relations with the Australian Medical Association Queensland.