American College of Physicians (ACP), an organisation of internists — physicians who specialise in the prevention, detection and treatment of illnesses in adults — announced that it would initiate programmes in India from early 2013. ACP’s mission is to enhance the quality and effectiveness of healthcare by fostering excellence and professionalism in the practice of medicine.
According to Dr Phyllis A Guze, Chair of the Board of Regents of the American College of Physicians (ACP), who is currently on a visit to India, ACP India will organise guest lectures, training workshops and conferences with international speakers to promote exchange of knowledge and best practices. “ACP is known for providing tools and educational resources for physicians to deliver high value cost effective care to their patients”, she said. “In India, we will be no different” she added.
Speaking on the occasion, James M. Ott, Senior Vice President, International Programs, ACP, said, “ACP’s goal is to establish a chapter in India directed by local internal medicine leaders which will lead to regular scientific meetings, educational programmes, leadership development, networking and participating in the governance of ACP.
EH News Bureau