India Tribune Newsdesk
Houston, TX: BAPS Charities marked a milestone with its inaugural Healthcare Professionals Conference (HPC25), uniting over 1,150 delegates from more than 30 diverse medical and allied disciplines. Held in Houston, Texas, this pioneering gathering offered an unprecedented blend of clinical knowledge and spiritual insight under the theme “Enrich, Explore, Empower.” With nine specialized breakout tracks, more than 60 expert speakers and facilitators, and up to 14 CE/CME-accredited sessions, the conference created a dynamic and inclusive forum for healthcare professionals committed to advancing their practice while reconnecting with the human essence of healing.
The event quickly distinguished itself from traditional conferences. Rather than focusing solely on technical advancements and clinical procedures, HPC25 provided a space for reflection, connection, and renewal. Attendees described the experience as transformative. “This wasn’t just a conference,” shared Mahima Dave, PharmD, from Chicago. “It was a reawakening of what it means to heal with compassion, purpose, and humility.” The sentiment was echoed by many who found the program both intellectually rigorous and emotionally enriching.
In an era when clinicians are increasingly facing burnout, moral fatigue, and detachment, HPC25 served as a timely reminder of the foundational values that draw individuals into the healthcare profession. For Dr. Yagnesh Dave, an internist from Atlanta, the experience stood apart. “Most other conferences focus on what to do technically,” he noted. “This one helped me reflect on how to become a better physician to treat my patients.” Similarly, Niki Patel, PharmD, MBA, CDCES, from Robbinsville, NJ, saw it as an opportunity for deep personal growth. “It was about finding your heartbeat and empowering your life with the skills to serve society,” she said.
Accredited sessions delved into timely and complex topics, including artificial intelligence in medicine, the epidemic of clinical burnout, healthcare equity, and the evolution of patient-centered care. Yet beyond the science and policy discussions, the emotional tone of the conference made a lasting impact. Sara Rogers, a pharmacist and researcher from Houston, called it “a truly inspiring gathering where clinical excellence met spiritual depth.” Dr. Sachin Shah, PharmD, FACC, FAHA, from San Jose, highlighted how the event offered both technical knowledge and a reminder of purpose. “It reignited the spirit of service in every attendee I spoke with,” he said.
A powerful keynote address by Jason Glover, CEO of Memorial Hermann Texas Medical Center, further underscored the theme of compassionate leadership. His “Four L’s” philosophy—Love, Learn, Little Things Matter, and Larger Than Each of Us—spoke to the hearts of delegates navigating increasingly complex and technology-driven healthcare environments. Larry Wedekind, CEO of IntegraNet Health, noted the importance of maintaining spirituality through professional challenges, calling Glover’s message “excellent.” International perspectives enriched the conversation, too. Prof. Juergen Scheele, CMO of Innoplexus from Germany, appreciated the unique integration of spirituality with science in Indian culture, which he saw reflected throughout the event.
One of the most distinctive aspects of HPC25 was its commitment to collaboration across roles and disciplines. The conference welcomed practicing clinicians, students, nurses, dentists, pharmacists, public health experts, and more—fostering dialogue across geographic and professional divides. Mayank Amin, PharmD, RPh, MBA, from Philadelphia, praised the opportunity to engage in “true networking in healthcare,” breaking down the invisible barriers that often separate professions. For students like Sneh Patel, the conference deepened their understanding of patient-centered care and reaffirmed the humanity at the core of the profession. Dr. Monica Patel, a dentist from Robbinsville, NJ, summed up the experience: “Surrounded by passionate professionals, we left feeling empowered, enriched, and deeply connected to a shared purpose of selfless service.”
BAPS Charities also used the platform to highlight its international outreach, particularly in rural areas of India. These service initiatives exemplified the organization's core belief in seva—selfless service—through professional excellence. Many attendees left inspired to apply their skills in underserved communities, both at home and abroad. “In a profession where burnout and detachment are common,” said Rasesh Patel, a pharmacy consultant from Tampa, “this event offered something rare: healing, purpose, and reconnection.”
As the conference concluded, many participants described the final moments—marked by spiritual reflection and darshan—as profoundly moving. Ami Patel, PharmD, captured the mood succinctly: “Every moment was meaningful. And ending with darshan made it unforgettable.” HPC25 did more than educate; it reignited a shared commitment to care with empathy, to lead with values, and to serve with purpose. It proved that when healthcare is guided by compassion and grounded in conscience, it becomes more than a profession—it becomes a calling.
