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American International School of Medicine
AISM TIMES
Volume 1, Issue 1
MD CLASS OF 2011
Special points of
interest:
American International
School of Medicine is the
first Offshore Medical
School in Guyana, South
America
AISM Congratulates
Dr. David R. Persaud
AISM ALUMNI Inaugural
Meeting, December, 10,
2011
Dr. Otis S. Powell, Jr.
Clinical Science Award
Inside this issue:
AISM SPECIAL
AWARDS
2
ALUMNI
MEETING AND
GALA DINNER
2
DR. STEFAN SALIM’S 4
ADDRESS TO THE
2011 CLASS
AISM ALUMNI
ASSOCIATION
4
WHAT’S NEW AT 5
AISM
SPOTLIGHT
PHOTO
GALLERY
6
MEET DR.
6
PEARLINE GRANT
“A memorable and momentous event” for
the first ever all male graduating MD class of
the American International School of
Medicine. The event, marked their 8th
commencement ceremony, held on
Thursday May 26, 2011 at the Georgia
pacific auditorium, Atlanta, Georgia. This
event was celebrated with inspiring
speeches, honors bestowed and solos
performed and dedicated to the graduating
class.
A soul searching Commencement Address
was given by speaker Dr. Charles S. Finch
III, who charged the graduates to remain
true to their profession, their patients and
to themselves. He also highlighted that
Students of Medicine must know their
history and believes that medical schools
should include “The History of Medicine” in
their Curriculum. He believes that, to
appreciate your accomplishments, you must
understand your history and where you are
heading. Dr. Finch is a graduate of Thomas
Jefferson Medical College, a 1971 graduate
of Yale University and a former professor at
Morehouse School of Medicine.
Dr. Colin Wilkinson, President of AISM,
charged the Class to take responsibility for
their individual actions. He stated that,
“Each is responsible for their own history,
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so be mindful of your words and actions. Think about
what you do today and consider if that is what you
would be happy and proud of in the future”. He
reminded the Graduates that this commencement
ceremony is just the completion of one aspect of their
Journey in Medicine. “Medicine”, he said, “is lifelong
learning, so be prepared and stay on top of it.”
The Commencement Exercise was chaired by AISM’s
Vice President of Business Affairs, Dr. Curtis Briscoe.
Rev. Dr. Carrol Braddy gave the invocation and two
Solos renditions were done by The Reverend T. Renee
Crutcher.
The 2011 graduates included: Dr. Ahmed Ghanium,
Dr. Bosah Ezenwa, Dr. Foad Faridian, Dr. José
Humphreys, Dr. Leonardo Vergara, Dr. Michael Ellis, Dr.
Otoobong Udoka, Dr. Pavel Madray, Dr. Segun Ajayi, Dr.
Sukhdave Seehra and Dr. Viktor Rakhamimov.
Honorary class member was Dr. Roxanne A. George and
the Mace Bearer was Dr. Rose M. Johnson-Matsumoto.
EDITORIAL
W
elcome to the first edition of AISM Times; a newsletter produced by the American
International School of Medicine (AISM) Alumni Association. AISM Times brings to you trusted
and up-to-date information regarding activities and news about AISM and the AISM Community and also
updates and articles on medical education and training maters. This edition was compiled by Drs. José
Humphreys, Stefan Salim, Rose Matsumoto-Johnson, Michael Ellis and Miriam Gadraj. We welcome your
feedback, comments, suggestions and contributions to our newsletter. This Newsletter is among the
projects and activities that the AISM Alumni Association has undertaken within the Structure of AISM.
We would like to commend Dr. Colin Wilkinson, President and the Administration for their vision,
leadership and commitment to their mandate of providing quality and affordable medical education and
training to students from around the world, We especially want to congratulate the 2011 MD Class of
AISM for their achievements and wish them all the very best in all their future endeavors.
Once again, we welcome the AISM Family and Friends to our inaugural newsletter release.
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AISM TIMES
AISM SPECIAL AWARDS
AI SM SP ECI AL AWARD S
Graduates, Faculty and Affiliates of AISM received the AISM 2011 awards for outstanding
performance in their studies and dedicated service to AISM, respectively.
Graduates, Faculty and Affiliates of AISM received the AISM 2011 awards for outstanding performance
PRESIDENT’S
AWARD—Dr.
Ines respectively.
Roldan, Professor of Anatomy (AISMs Guyana
in their studies and dedicated
service to AISM,
Campus),
was awarded the President’s Award for significant service and commitment to the
PRESIDENT’S AWARD—Dr. Ines Roldan, Professor of Anatomy (AISMs Guyana Campus), was
School
of
medicine
through
personal
activities,
influence,
and leadership.
awarded the President’s
Award
for significant
service
and commitment
to the School of medicine
through
personal
activities, influence,
and leadership.
DEANS’S
AWARD—Dr.
Viktor
Rakhamimov (Class of 2011) was awarded the Dean’s
Award for AWARD—Dr.
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throughout(Class
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Sciences
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DR. OTIS S. POWELL JR. CLINICAL AWARD—Dr. José Humphreys (Class of
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outstanding clinical knowledge and skills.
STUDENT SERVICE AWARD—Dr. Michael Ellis (Class of 2011) received the AISM
STUDENT SERVICE AWARD—Dr. Michael Ellis (Class of 2011) received the AISM Student
Student
Service Award for his dedication to AISM and the student association without expecService Award for his dedication to AISM and the student association without expectation of reward or
tation
of reward or recognition.
recognition.
Honorary Doctor
DoctorofofScience
Science
degrees
were
conferred
upon—Dr.
Balakrishnan
Rao,
Honorary
degrees
were
conferred
upon—Dr.
Balakrishnan
Rao, DVM;
DVM; Director
AISMs Director
of Admissions
for International
students;
Charles
S. Finch
III and
AISMs
of Admissions
for International
students; Dr.
Charles Dr.
S. Finch
III and
Dr. Ghulam
Mujtaba.
The American International School of
Medicine; making a difference in the
world of medicine!
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DR.
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CLINICAL
SCIENCE
AWARD
their accomplishments and dedicated service to the growth and development of AISM.
This award was named in 2011 to honor the Associate Dean of
Clinical Science at AISM, Dr. Otis Samuel Powell, Jr. who from
DR.
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stellar institution. My profound gratitude to Dr. Colin to my fellow graduates on their
Wilkinson, Dr. Otis Powell, professors and clinical supervisors achievement.”
and the Administration and Faculty of AISM for giving me a
new lease on life by providing me with this opportunity to
appreciate and realize my dreams.”
HUMOR IN MEDICINE
——-
“Mechanic and Doctor Story”
HUMOR IN MEDICINE
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when he spotted a world-famous heart surgeon in his garage. The heart surgeon was
Mechanic
and Doctor
waiting
for the service
managerStory
to come and take a look at his bike. Allan shouted across
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the garage, 'Hey Doc can I ask you a question?' The famous surgeon, a bit surprised,
surgeon in his garage. The heart surgeon was waiting for the service manager to come and take a look at his bike.
walked over to Allan. Allan straightened up, wiped his hands on a rag and asked, 'So
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VIKTOR RAKHAMIMOV—Deans Award, 2011
VI CTOR RAKHAMI MOV —Deans A war d, 20 11
I am extremely humble to be a recipient of American International School of Medicine
Dean's award. It has been a gratifying and rewarding experience working with my
classmates, Attendings and the AISM faculty. I have always tried to make the most
out of every experience. During my clinical rotations, I was able to expand my
medical knowledge, interact with patients and work with my peers and professors. In this process of becoming a physician, it is not only about diagnosing and
treating the patient, but it is also about helping others, being a good team player and
being persistent and dedicated in what you do. I am proud of this achievement and
look forward to the future.
Dr. Viktor Rakhamimov
MI CHAEL ELLI S—Student Ser vice Aw ar d, 2011
MICHAEL ELLIS—Student Service Award, 2011
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CONGRATULATIONS
CONGRATULATIONS
“AISM
celebrates the
“AISM celebrates the success of each
success of each
student, graduate and members.
Every success is our institution’s glory”
student,
graduate and
members.
Every success is
David Romesh Persaud, MD
Diplomate American Board of Family Medicine
Fellow
– Geriatric
Medicine
David
Romesh Persaud,
MD
American Board of Family Medicine
Dr. Colin Wilkinson,Diplomate
the Alumni
Association and the entire AISM Community would
Fellow – Geriatric Medicine
like to join the family and all well wishers in congratulating you.
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Romesh
Persaud.
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Persaud
graduated
Medicine at AISM (Class of 2004). He then proceeded to Louisiana State University
from
Queen’s
College
and
completed
his
studies
in
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at
AISM
(Class
of
2004)
in
Guyana.
Health Sciences Center – New Orleans (LSUHSC) where he completed his residence
in
He then proceeded to Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center – New Orleans
Family Medicine and a Fellowship in Geriatric Medicine.
(LSUHSC) where he completed his residence in Family Medicine and fellowship in Geriatric
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glory.”
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ALUMNI PRESIDENT’S ADDRESS TO CLASS OF 2011
P
resident Dr. Wilkinson, trustees, distinguished faculty, family, friends and fellow
graduates. My name is Dr. Stefan Salim; I’m honored to speak to you on this very
special day. First, I would like to thank the Administration and Faculty of the
American International School of Medicine for their hard work and dedication in making the
dreams of the Class of 2011 possible. To all our fellow graduates I say, “Congratulations!”
Dr. Stefan Salim
Alumni Association
president
“AISM is a very,
very special
place.
Individually,
Today is a celebration of your great accomplishments; a celebration of your commitment,
dedication and perseverance. Today, we celebrate the birth of new Doctors of Medicine. I
like to use a quote by Carl Gustav Jung; a great influential thinker and the founder of
Analytical Psychology. He said, “Your vision will become clear only when you can look into
your heart”. Up to this point, your life and medical journey was structured for you, but from
now on, it will be up to you to choose. It is up to you, to choose your path. I say, look
inside your heart and make a vision to design your future; a future where you can grow as a
professional in medicine.
Some of you will be great physicians and some of you will choose to pursue a career in
medical research, education or even become authors. Regardless of your choice, you will all
have one thing in common; you will all be making a difference in peoples’ lives. For me
personally, making a difference was the driving force to pursuing a path in Medicine. On that
note, I would like to talk about how we, the Alumni, can make a difference. What can the
Alumni do, to make a difference?
and collectively, We can help mentor current students, act as our school special ambassadors, make
we the Alumni,
are the measure
of its success
and the
foundation of
its future.”
presentations to prospective students, and provide feedback to our school, President, Dean
and Faculty. The Alumni should keep in touch with the Faculty and colleagues throughout
the world. We can also be tutors, part-time teachers, or act as a contact or resource
persons. We can lead workshops, seminars and other activities.
The American International School of Medicine is a very, very special place. Individually, and
collectively, we the Alumni, are the measure of its success and the foundation of its
future. Finally, I would like to leave you with this thought from Johan Wolfgang Von Goethe,
who wrote: “If each of one does their duty as an individual and if each one works in their
own proper vocation, it will be right with the whole”.
Thank you again, congratulations and welcome to the AISM Alumni!
ANNOUNCEMENT
AISM ALUMNI INAUGURAL MEETING & GALA DINNER
December, 10th December, 2011 in Atlanta, Georgia
An evening of live performances, dinner, speeches
and other surprises.
Further details will be announced on our school’s website (www.aism.edu) and in our
upcoming newsletters and information bulletin.
ALL Members of the AISM ALUMNI are encouraged to attend.
Please contact Dr. Rose Marie Johnson-Matsumoto at
[email protected] to indicate your interest and commitment to participate.
Thank you for your support and we would appreciate comments regarding this event.
PLEASE SAVE THE DATE: DECEMBER, 10TH 2011
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MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT
“STAYING OUR COURSE”
We have overridden the waves of growing pains. We have stayed steady on the course and have kept our
mast and flag above our ship; our journey is sure. Regardless of the challenges of change, threats and
opportunities facing our institution and the world at large, the American International School of Medicine
must credit itself for staying on course consistent with its mission and vision. I must quote Aristotle “We
are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit.” AISM is stronger because it’s a
community committed to excellence, innovation and purpose. We continue to provide students with
education and training which incorporates holistic development and experiential learning; attributes they will
need to be successful in their profession as health care providers and educators in the global society. I am
proud of the strides AISM has made by utilizing digital media in our classroom and global programs that
introduce students to a world of healthcare possibilities.
As we continue our journey , I charge that each person needs to be aware of what is happening around
them and despite the circumstances, we must stay focused. AISM is still considered a young institution,
but we have a rich history of producing brilliant physicians and we are very proud. We must continue this
trend.
I believe that AISM is at a turning point in its 11th year history. I see an institution with a growing strong
national and international reputation.” I envisioned an environmentally responsible institution that
recognizes its obligation.
I have full confidence, that with the support and vision of the team that
surrounds AISM, we will continue to make a mark for excellence and innovation for years to come.
I am very happy for the renewed interest of the Alumni Association which has proven to be a tower of
strength to me and to AISM as a whole. Their support, co-operation and commitment to the institution
must be commended. Special thanks to Drs. Stefan Salim, Pearline Grant and Dr. Rose M. JohnsonMatsumoto who are the stalwarts that kept the torch of the Alumni alight. Their continued stewardship
and support have been an inspiration to others like Drs. José Humphreys, Michael Ellis, Foad Faridian,
Bradley Matsumoto and Viktor Rakhamimov. I trust the Alumni Association will continue to grow from
strength to strength and I look forward to working with them for the continued growth and development of
AISM. I would also take this opportunity to commend Dr. Salim on his address to the Graduates at the
2011 Commencement Exercise. It was very inspiring and timely.
To all the Members of the AISM Community, I do look forward to strengthening this relationship. I am
reminded of Dr. Salim’s address and I quote “The American International School of Medicine is a very, very
special place. Individually, and collectively, we the Alumni, are the measure of its success and the foundation
of its future”. This statement is powerful and I am very happy that it is from the voice of the leadership of
our Alumni. May God continue to bless each of us and the American International School of Medicine.
SPOTLIGHT (Some photos from Graduation)
Dr. Colin A. Wilkinson
President
“We have
overridden the
waves of
growing pains.
We have stayed
steady on the
course and have
kept our mast
and flag above
our ship; our
journey is sure.”
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PEARLINE B. GRANT, M.D’ 04
Pearline B. Grant, M.D
“AISM has a vested
interest in students
succeeding in
understanding the
concepts and
principles of
Medicine and as
well as acquiring
the knowledge and
the skills required
to be excellent
physicians.”
Niraj Patel, M4
Born and raised in Grenada, W.I., I migrated to the U.S. as a teenager. My
motivation for medicine arose as a where I helplessly watched my mother suffer
with complications of hypertension until her eventual death. This was attributed
largely to a system of inadequate healthcare and education. I vowed to make a
difference: to become involved in teaching and helping others to protect their
health. This dream, though, was temporarily pushed aside while I went on to
pursue other career opportunities.
I obtained two degrees (Business Administration and Biology) and after four years
of volunteer experience in the ER at Beth Israel Hospital in NYC, I decided to
pursue my dream of becoming a Medical Doctor. Today, I am a Family Physician
and while the journey was tough with many sacrifices, I feel very proud that I have
realized my dream. I truly understand and I quote “hard work and sacrifice
eventually pay off”.
Dr. Grant was among the first batch of students who attended AISM in
Georgetown, Guyana in January, 2000. She was a member of the MD Class of
2004. She completed her Residency in Family Medicine at Meharry Medical College
(Nashville General Hospital) in 2009. From 2009-2010, she was a member of the
Duke University Affiliated Physicians Inc, Henderson, NC, where she practiced as a
Family Physician. Currently she is a Staff Physician at Cape Fear Valley, Bladen
County Hospital, Elizabethtown, NC. Dr. Grant is an Executive Member of the
American International School of Medicine’s (AISMs) Alumni Association.
Niraj Patel, M4
Growing up as a second generation immigrant of South Asian descent, I was made
aware of the importance of education from a very young age. My parents had
emphasized that Education was not a punishment, but merely a route to better
options. I did not quite appreciate this notion until my second year of high school,
when I had to choose electives based on my future career options. Analyzing what my
parents had emphasized many years earlier, I understood that education at any level
would be a great tool to take advantage of, for success later in life. I accepted this
advice, and choose to explore the educational scope that intrigued me the most;
Medicine. My Goal is to be a Physician who provides medical treatment to all those
who need it, regardless of status; so as to ensure a better quality of life for all.
Niraj is a fourth year Medical Student and a candidate for the MD Class of
2012. Before attending AISM in Georgetown Guyana. He studied at the
University of Houston where he earned a Bachelor of Science, Biology. He
is currently completing his clinical clerkship in Atlanta, Georgia.
KEEP IN TOUCH
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connect with you and update you about alumni events. Let us know what's going
on with you. Keep us updated with any news...further training, job promotions,
marriages, births, memorials, etc. We are anxious to hear from you! Please join
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www.aism.edu
MEET DR. BALAKRISHNA RAO
Dr. Bala is the Director of International Admissions at
AISM and is actively involved with the admission and
selection
process
in keeping with the Admission
Requirements of AISM. He is currently engaged in the
AISM development and expansion program as it relates to
joint ventures and satellite operations in INDIA,
CONTACT INFORMATION
Box 2254– South Brook Post, Alberta, T6W0C3, Canada
Tel:
(780) 954 1800
(315) 370-8950
(678) 905-9484
(780) 463-6975
Email: [email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
Dr. Balakrishnan Rao, DVM
DIRECTOR: INTERNATIONAL ADMISSIONS
ABOUT US
AMERCIAN INTERNATIONAL
SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Guyana Campus:
89 Middleton & Sandy Babb Sts.
Kitty,
Georgetown
GUYANA
SOUTH AMERICA
Fax: (413) 674-7301
E-mail: [email protected]
The American International School of Medicine (AISM) is a privately owned institution of higher
learning located in Guyana, the only English speaking country in South America and a country with a very
rich history and a culturally and ethnically diverse community.
In 1999, The International Medical Educators Associates, Inc. (IMEA), a Georgia company in the United
States of America, headed by Dr. Colin A. Wilkinson brought to birth in Guyana an International Medical
School; The American International School of Medicine (AISM). The establishment of AISM in Guyana was
approved by the Government of Guyana in October of 1999.
The first batch of Students was admitted in the Winter Semester in January 2000. AISM has graduated over
200 medical doctors who are in clinical training, research, and/or practicing medicine in the USA, Guyana,
UK, Trinidad & Tobago, and other Caribbean and commonwealth countries worldwide.
We focus on training physicians who can excel in patient-care, research and education as a part of their
professional development process. AISM has its main campus, 89 Sandy Babb and Middleton Streets, Kitty,
Georgetown, Guyana, South America; and clinical training sites in the Guyana and the Caribbean, Canada,
United States and England.
US Information Office
P.O. Box 545
Stone Mountain, GA, 30086
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(866) 465-9966
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E-mail: [email protected]
www.aism.edu
Our students participate in clinical rotations at hospitals in Guyana, UK, and the United States among
other countries. Together, these facilities are geared towards providing our students with the opportunity
to learn and become involved with the most comprehensive healthcare facilities available in the world.
AISM sets and maintains the highest standards that are comparable to those of accredited institutions in
the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Europe and the Caribbean. Instructions are in English;
delivered by reputable, experienced international medical educators.
The school is listed with the W.H.O. (World Health Organization), and our graduates are eligible for
certification in Guyana, Caribbean, United Kingdom, United States of America, Canada, Tanzania, India and
Pakistan. Registration and Licensing in some countries or region may require passing the Licensing board
examinations specific to that particular country or region (e.g., PLAB – UK, CAMC–Caribbean,
USMLE – US).
AISM FOUNDATION
AISM TIMES
Email: [email protected]
(TRUST FUND for FUTURE DEVELOPMENT .)
AISM FOUNDATION
The American International School Foundation is making an appeal to
willing hearts to make tax deductible donations to the Foundation. The
funds will be utilized to establish a new campus in Guyana. or for their
Scholarship Program. To make a contribution to the AISM Foundation in
aid of the AISM Building or Scholarship Fund please email
[email protected].
AISM Locomotors:
Dr. Pearline B. Grant
Dr. Stefan Salim
Dr. Rose M. Johnson-Matsumoto.
Contributed $1,000.00 or more towards the AISM Building Fund sponsored by the AISM FOUNDATION.
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Other Contributors to the Fund:
Dr. Renuka Bhagtani
Dr. Vivia Green
Dr. Andrea Melson & Family
Drs. Rose Marie & Bradley Matsumoto
Dr. Trudy L. Chamber
Dr. Roxanne A. George & Family
Dr. Menu Joshi