The recent MAPI Auxiliary Hum Tum Valentine Dinner Dance was a resounding success, with couple enjoying an evening of dancing and dining, while at the same time aiding a very worthy cause. The dinner dance was held on the 6th of February at the St. George Cultural Center in Bloomfield Hills.

We had good attendance and all the attendees had only positive comments to say about the event. The MAPI Auxiliary received kudos for a job very well done, as the attendees had a great time.

The charity is benefitting the Haiti Earthquake relief project. We are still in the process of counting and checking the exact donation amount that we can contribute from this event toward the earthquake relief, but we are extremely pleased to announce that the donation will be substantial.

The dj, decoration and food were all enjoyed by one and all.  Since the event was a fund-raiser we tried to cut cost by eliminating a proper coat check person and a valet, which saved us about $650. This might have caused a few people some minor inconveniences for which we do apologize, but this will allow us to make a greater contribution to the Haiti relief cause.

Please do enjoy the pictures and remember that we have this event every year to benefit the local charities and any other causes that may need our help.

Click on the image above to be taken to a photo gallery of the evening where you can view a slideshow, download or send images to others.

The Michigan Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (MAPI) was founded in 1976 by a small group of gallant physicians of Indian origin. These founders defined and structured this organization as the first to support the international medical graduates of Indian origin. MAPI soon evolved into a larger entity as additional Indian physicians dedicated their time to the worthy causes of MAPI. In 1982, MAPI gave birth to a larger umbrella organization, the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI), a national professional organization.

MAPI focuses primarily on issues surrounding practice of medicine by its members. It conducts educational activities through various professional channels and Continuing Medical Education (CME) meetings. Past speakers have included renowned physicians and high-ranking officers of various national medical associations, political leaders, and financial executives.

MAPI officers and members have voiced their opinions at both state and national levels. In addition, they have participated in medical associations throughout county and state levels in Michigan as well as at the national level in Washington D.C. Its members have consistently exhibited their abilities and reliance in various organizations including MAPI, AAPI, the Michigan State Medical Society (MSMS), and the American Medical Association (AMA).