42+Years serving Houston
500+Physician members
$250kIn scholarships
Since 1983 Indian Doctors Association of Houston

Together we heal.Together we give back.

Physicians and dentists of Indian origin, working together to connect our profession, inspire the next generation and serve the Greater Houston community.

Our strategic vision

Three pillars, one community

We build partnerships with the medical community and other organizations to create greater impact for Houston.

Connect

Building lasting relationships among physicians, dentists and the community through networking and cultural events.

Inspire

Fostering professional excellence through continuing education, mentorship and leadership development programs.

Community

Giving back to Greater Houston through health camps, scholarships and charitable initiatives.

About us

Empowering physicians. Elevating healthcare. Enriching communities.

IDA Houston is a non-profit organization of physicians and dentists of Indian origin that provides a forum to connect, inspire and serve the community.

Centered around these three pillars our activities provide an opportunities to network with each other, connect with opportunities and the community while we explore and create events that support various causes that contribute to the betterment of the society.

  • IDA-Houston is recognized by the Harris County Medical Society as a member of the Council of International and Affiliated Medical Societies.
  • IDA is one of the largest local chapters of the American Association of Physicians of Indian origin.
  • The organization was incorporated in 1983.
Scholarships & education

Supporting the next generation of healthcare professionals

Applications open

IDA High School Scholarship

Supporting outstanding high school students pursuing higher education in medicine and health sciences.

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Stay informed

IDA Newsletters

Read our latest newsletters to stay updated on IDA activities, events and community initiatives.

Endowed scholarship

McGovern Medical School

McGovern Medical School Endowed Medical Scholarship.

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Endowed scholarship

University of Houston

UH First Endowed Medical School Scholarship.

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Vision, Mission, Values

IDA works to Connect, Inspire, and develop the Community through...

We strive to build partnerships within the medical community and with other organizations to create greater impact. We dedicate time, skills, and resources to support health-related initiatives and community welfare.

About Us

Empowering Physicians. Elevating Healthcare. Enriching Communities.

IDA HOUSTON is a non-profit organization of physicians and dentists of Indian origin in the greater Houston that provides a forum to connect, inspire and serve the community.
Centered around these three pillars our activities provide an opportunities to network with each other, connect with opportunities and the community while we explore and create events that support various causes that contribute to the betterment of the society.
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IDA-Houston is recognized by the Harris County Medical Society as a member of the Council of International and Affiliated Medical Societies.
What we do

Care that reaches beyond the clinic

Education, outreach and service programs run by our members across Greater Houston.

Free annual ethics CME

Members earn required ethics credit every year at no cost.

Community health camps

Free screenings and consultations for underserved Houston neighborhoods.

Charity clinics & mission trips

Volunteer at the Indian Doctors Charity Clinic, India House and our Mission Trip to Guatemala.

Health seminars

Members speak at community outreach seminars on prevention and wellness.

Mentorship

Guidance for students pursuing medicine, from high school to residency.

Mixers & cultural events

Networking evenings and celebrations that bring our community together.

IDA Membership

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Our Sponsors

Underwriter sponsor

  • ZT Corporate

Gold sponsors

  • Danny Nguyen Photography
  • Electric Karma
  • Upscale Productions

Silver sponsors

  • Houston Regional Gastroenterology Institute
  • SCAN Health
  • Infotech Houston Solutions

Benefactor sponsors

  • HCA Houston Healthcare
  • Jashn Social
  • Liquidia

Patron sponsors

  • AROA
  • BD
  • BridgeBio
  • Edvak
  • Hilton
  • Johnson & Johnson
  • Malabar Hill Capital
  • Memorial Hermann
  • Navina Wealth
  • Newmark
  • PAM Health
  • Friendswood Hospital ER
  • Techstar
  • Prateek Verma, The Bridge Group
  • The Propdream Team

Friend sponsors

  • Agility Bank
  • AngioDynamics
  • Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center
  • Medtronic
  • Houston Methodist
  • Sumitomo
  • Smartvest
  • Truist
  • ZOLL

Scholarships & Educational Support

Supporting the next generation of healthcare professionals

High School Scholarship

IDA High School Scholarship Application

Supporting outstanding high school students pursuing higher education.

Stay Informed

IDA Newsletters

Read our latest newsletters to stay updated on IDA activities, events, and community initiatives.

Endowed Medical School Scholarships

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