Dear Members, Sponsors and Friends,

   I am honored to serve as the president of AAPI-Arkansas. I am grateful for the hard work and dedication of each and every member, as it is through their contributions that we have achieved such great success as an organization. I am inspired by the community service, volunteering and charitable efforts our members, and I am proud to be a part of such a compassionate and dedicated group.

   As we enter our 15th year, we look forward to continuing to thrive and grow while embracing new opportunities for growth and adaptation. One area that I am particularly passionate about is mental health, and I am excited to focus on this critical issue this year. Our goal is to promote "healthy physicians for healthy communities", and we have several initiatives planned to achieve this goal. These include organizing and conducting mini-conferences and member talks on mental health, hosting a memorable celebration of our 15th year, and participating in various community events. We will also continue to support education and research efforts, as well as charities.

   I am confident that we can make 2023 a successful and impactful year for AAPI-Arkansas. Thank you for your continued commitment to our organization.