Welcome the 2026 IMM Team Members!
Student Volunteers
I would like to attend India Medical Mission’s 2026 trip to Hyderabad because I believe it is an incredible opportunity to make a meaningful impact in underserved communities while providing basic medical assistance and promoting public health education. Service and community engagement have always been an important part of my life. Growing up, I participated in various volunteer activities, including organizing clean-up initiatives at my local temple, contributing to service projects as a Boy Scout, and assisting with after-school programs and activities for elementary and middle school students. [Click here to read more and donate]
I would like to participate in the India Medical Mission because I feel a deep responsibility and sincere desire to give back to the communities that have shaped who I am today. Throughout my childhood, I was fortunate to receive guidance, support, and encouragement from those around me, and I hope to honor that generosity by contributing in a meaningful and impactful way. Participating in this mission would allow me to translate my commitment to service into action by helping individuals who are often deprived of access to essential healthcare. [Click here to read more and donate]
As I prepare to apply to PA programs, one of my primary goals this year is to strengthen my patient care experience and build meaningful connections with individuals from diverse backgrounds. After participating in my first mission trip last year, I was deeply moved by the relationships I formed, the power of faith and service, and the significant healthcare needs within underserved communities. That experience inspired me to make mission work a lifelong part of my career. [Click here to read more and donate]
I hope to attend the India Medical Mission to give back to the community while learning and growing alongside experienced clinicians. Observing and supporting healthcare providers who deliver care in resource-limited settings will allow me to develop practical clinical skills while strengthening my ability to work collaboratively within a team. My goal during this mission is to actively support patient care wherever needed while continuously learning throughout the experience. [Click here to read more and donate]
I hope to attend India Medical Mission (IMM) because it reflects how I understand service, healthcare, and responsibility. IMM’s focus on providing basic medical care, promoting community health education, and collaborating with local professionals aligns closely with both the work I currently do and the physician I aspire to become. I am drawn not to short-term intervention, but to learning how meaningful care is built through trust, cultural understanding, and sustained partnership. [Click here to read more and donate]
Hyderabad has always been an important part of my identity. Although I grew up in the United States, my family’s stories, experiences, visits, and enduring connections to the city have deeply shaped how I understand myself and the world around me. Joining a medical mission in Hyderabad offers a meaningful opportunity to reconnect with my roots while serving a community that feels like home. [Click here to read more and donate]
I hope to join the India Medical Mission and serve communities in India that otherwise go unreached and untreated. As an undergraduate student pursuing medicine, I believe that working alongside a team and under healthcare professionals in Hyderabad will build a foundation for learning patient care and treatment, driven by empathy and compassion. I am eager to build impactful connections with the people we serve, and I know that while we will teach public health and safety, I have much to learn as well.
Administrative Professionals
Hello there! My name is Jessica and I will be serving as an administrator on this year’s India Medical Mission! I served on the 2019, 2024 and 2025 IMM camps and am excited to serve again. In addition to coordinating fundraisers, I help plan out the logistics of each medical camp day. I would greatly appreciate your generosity in donating to this mission! [Click here to read more and donate]
Asha Madhukar is the Director of Operations at India Medical Mission. She helps with all things administration from assisting team members in applying for their visas to booking flights, planning meals and scheduling medical camp days. [Click here to read more and donate]
As a compassionate and service-oriented individual with a strong commitment to healthcare and community outreach, I aspire to join India Medical Mission to serve underserved populations, enhance my clinical exposure, and contribute meaningfully while developing a deeper understanding of global health and culturally sensitive patient care. [Click here to read more and donate]
Medical Professionals
Hi, my name is Jessy and I am a Nurse Practitioner. I have 20+ years of experience as an ER nurse. I had the privilege of serving on the 2023, 2024 and 2025 India Medical Mission teams and I am excited to go back to serve again. Please consider donating to fund this effort! [Click here to read more and donate]
Hello! My name is Joel! Aside from serving as the Executive Director of IMM, I am also a Physician Associate and Professor. I founded IMM in 2018 because I believe in the power of service and education. I hope that you will join us in raising money for this incredible cause. Thank you for your support! [Click here to read more and donate]