Academy of Family Physicians of India (AFPI)

Doctor consulting patient in family medicine practice

Dedicated Primary Healthcare

Promoting the Discipline of Family Medicine in Bihar

Fostering academic excellence, specialized training, and unified representation for family physicians across Bihar.

State Conference 2026

2nd AFPICON Bihar 2026

"Transforming Health Care from Rural Roots to Urban Centers"

Mahavir Cancer Sansthan & Research Institute, Patna (28-29 Nov 2026)

Postgraduate Medical Training and Research

Medical Education

Nodal Training Centers in Bihar

Supporting ESIC Hospital Bihta (DNB Family Medicine - 11 Residents) and Duncan Hospital Raxaul (DFM with CMC Vellore).

Updates, Tenders & News

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Announcement Nov 28-29, 2026

2nd AFPICON Bihar 2026 Announced

Registration & abstract submissions opening for 2nd State Chapter Conference at Mahavir Cancer Sansthan, Patna.

Notification Feb 2026

Executive Committee Approved

Dr. Mukul Mishra elected President; Dr. Pratyush Kumar as Vice President and Dr. Vishwambhar Kumar as Secretary.

Education Academics

DNB & DFM Residency Updates

11 PG residents training at ESIC Hospital Bihta. CMC Vellore affiliated DFM active at Duncan Hospital Raxaul.

Tender/EOI Ref: AFP/26/02

Event Management & Audio-Visual

Expression of Interest invited for stage setup, live webcast, and delegate collateral for AFPICON 2026.

Announcement Nov 28-29, 2026

2nd AFPICON Bihar 2026 Announced

Registration & abstract submissions opening for 2nd State Chapter Conference at Mahavir Cancer Sansthan, Patna.

Notification Feb 2026

Executive Committee Approved

Dr. Mukul Mishra elected President; Dr. Pratyush Kumar as Vice President and Dr. Vishwambhar Kumar as Secretary.

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Pillar Initiatives

Strengthening Primary Healthcare in Bihar

Dedicated to empowering family practitioners, expanding rural access, and fostering clinical excellence.

Residency

Advancing Medical Education

Supporting accredited nodal training centers including ESIC Hospital Bihta (DNB Family Medicine) & Duncan Hospital Raxaul (DFM with CMC Vellore).

Reach

Expanding District Network

Active clinical engagement across key Bihar districts: Patna, Purnea, Gaya, Araria, Jamui, Sitamarhi, Raxaul, and Chapra.

Conference

2nd AFPICON Bihar 2026

28th - 29th November 2026 at Mahavir Cancer Sansthan & Research Institute, Patna. Theme: Transforming Rural Roots to Urban Centers.

Gallery

Interactive Photo Gallery

Explore moments from diabetes screening camps, rural healthcare drives, CMEs, academic sessions, and clinical workshops.

Leadership Message

Empowering General Practitioners & Family Doctors Across Bihar

"Family medicine provides continuous, comprehensive, and compassionate care rooted in communities. The AFPI Bihar Chapter stands as a collective voice for physicians, strengthening primary healthcare delivery from remote rural corners to urban hospitals."

Accredited Academic Body

Continuous Medical Education

Advocacy for Primary Care

Dr. Mukul Mishra

President, AFPI Bihar Chapter

Sr. Consultant, Mahavir Cancer Sansthan

Dr. Pratyush Kumar

Vice President, AFPI Bihar Chapter

Chair, Rural WONCA & Diabetologist

National Overview

About the Academy of Family Physicians of India (AFPI)

The Academy of Family Physicians of India (AFPI) is a national, non-profit academic professional organization established in 2010. Dedicated to promoting the discipline of family medicine and strengthening primary healthcare delivery, AFPI serves as the representative body for family physicians, general practitioners, and primary care doctors across India.

Our National Mission

Our national mission is to enhance the quality of primary healthcare by fostering academic excellence, innovative training programs, and rigorous research. By advocating for the integration of family medicine into medical education and public health policies, AFPI envisions a healthcare system transformed by comprehensive, community-based, and patient-centered primary care.

Core Objectives

Institutional recognition of Family Medicine in undergraduate & postgraduate curricula.
Expanding DNB, MD, and Fellowship programs across teaching hospitals in India.
Fostering high-quality primary care research for evidence-based community medicine.

Affiliated to Global Bodies (WONCA)

Representing Indian general practitioners at the World Organization of Family Doctors.

State Chapter Profile

About AFPI Bihar Chapter

The AFPI Bihar Chapter carries the national mission forward at the state level, serving as a unifying platform for family physicians and general practitioners practicing across Bihar. We are committed to expanding the reach of family medicine, fostering academic growth, and advocating for robust primary care infrastructure within the state. We are actively working to bridge healthcare gaps and elevate the standard of community medicine in Bihar.

Our Expanding Reach Across Key Districts

Family medicine is gaining growing recognition throughout the state. AFPI Bihar actively engages practitioners and promotes academic activities across several key districts:

Patna

State Headquarters

Purnea

Seemanchal Hub

Gaya

Magadh Zone

Araria

Screening Camps

Jamui

Community Outreach

Sitamarhi

Tirhut Region

Raxaul

Duncan Nodal Center

Chapra

Saran Division

Advancing Medical Education: Accredited Nodal Centers

To ensure a strong future for primary care, AFPI Bihar proudly supports and collaborates with nodal training centers for family medicine specialists:

DNB Family Medicine

ESIC Hospital Bihta, Patna

An accredited prestigious center with 4 seats for DNB in Family Medicine, currently training 11 postgraduate residents.

11 PG Residents Actively Training

CMC Vellore Affiliation

Duncan Hospital, Raxaul

A renowned nodal training center for the Diploma in Family Medicine (DFM) affiliated with the premier CMC Vellore.

Diploma in Family Medicine (DFM)

Approved February 2026

AFPI Bihar Executive Committee

Our chapter is led by a dedicated team of medical professionals committed to the advancement of family medicine across Bihar.

President

Dr. Mukul Mishra

MBBS, DNB (Family Medicine), PGDMCH, FCPM, PGCADM, CCEPC, DHM

With more than 25 years of clinical experience in General Practice, Dr. Mukul Mishra possesses extensive expertise in General Medicine, Palliative Medicine, Gynaecology & Gynae-oncology, Preventive Oncology, Women's Health, and Diabetology. She also holds the position of Member at Large for AFPI Rural.

Mahavir Cancer Sansthan & Research Institute, Patna

Senior Consultant

Vice President

Dr. Pratyush Kumar

MBBS, DNB, DFID, PGDHIVM

Dedicated general physician and diabetologist in Patna providing evidence-based healthcare. Holds DFID Diabetes Fellowship from CMC Vellore and DNB from Sir Ganga Ram Hospital. Serves as Chair of Rural WONCA and Chief Editor.

Patna Physician Clinic (Abdullahchak & Makhania Kuan)

9241952419

www.drpratyush.com

Secretary

Dr. Vishwambhar Kumar

MBBS, MD (GP & EM), PGDS

Earned MBBS and MD from BPKIHS Nepal, with PGDS from Dr. Randhawa's Institute, New Delhi. Director of Prasad Health Care. Also serves as Treasurer for the upcoming 2nd AFPICON Bihar 2026.

Prasad Health Care, Bairgania, Sitamarhi

+91 8825301921

matadi122@gmail.com

Treasurer

Dr. Yash Kr. Vardhan

AFPI Bihar Chapter

Overseeing financial management, fiscal budgeting, and organizational accountability for state chapter academic activities and regional conferences.

AFPI Bihar Chapter Office, Chitkohra, Patna

Executive Member

Dr. Rajni Sinha

MBBS, DNB (Family Med), MD (Biochem), FCGP, ECMO, MMSC

Distinguished physician, European Certified Medical Oncologist, and Gold Medalist with 25 years of extensive clinical experience spanning general practice, medical oncology, and clinical biochemistry.

Medical Officer, SDH Barh, Patna

+91 7085054922

drajnisinha@gmail.com

Executive Member

Dr. Md Imtiyaz Bharti

MBBS, MD, DGM (Geriatric), MRCP, FID, FICC, Dip. Echo

Consultant Physician and Assistant Professor with 6 research publications. Active leader serving as Joint Secretary for API Purnia and past Joint & Acting Secretary for IMA Purnia.

IMMEDS HEALTHCARE, Purnea

Executive Member

Dr. Abhay Kumar

MBBS, MD, FCGP, PGCC (Clinical Diabetes)

Associate Professor, Dept. of Community Medicine at DrPCMC&H Naubatpur (11 yrs experience). Author of book "डायबिटीज - समस्या और समाधान", conducted 100+ diabetes screening camps in Seemanchal. Chief Coordinator for AFPICON Bihar 2026.

Araria Health Care & Diabetes Centre, Araria

+91 8969195492

YouTube: Dr. Abhay's Health Tips

Executive Member

Dr. Sujeet Kumar

AFPI Bihar Chapter

Dedicated committee leader contributing to community outreach, CME organization, and membership development throughout North and Central Bihar.

AFPI Bihar Chapter Secretariat

Flagship Academic Event

2nd State Chapter Conference: AFPICON Bihar 2026

Join us for our landmark academic event, bringing together healthcare professionals to shape the future of primary care.

Official Theme

"Family Physicians: Transforming Health Care from Rural Roots to Urban Centers."

Pioneering equitable healthcare integration

Conference Dates

28th & 29th November 2026

Saturday & Sunday • Full 2-Day Academic Program

Mark Your Calendar

Venue

Conference Hall (6th Floor), A Block

Mahavir Cancer Sansthan & Research Institute, Phulwarisharif, Patna, Pin - 801505

Patna, Bihar

Conference Secretariat & Organization Desk

Secretariat Office:

Dept. of General Medicine, Room No-29, A Block, Mahavir Cancer Sansthan & Research Institute, Phulwarisharif, Patna, Pin - 801505.

Conference President: Dr. Mukul Mishra

Chief Coordinator: Dr. Abhay Kumar

Treasurer: Dr. Vishwambhar Kumar

Delegate Registration & Inquiries

Registration forms, scientific paper submissions, and poster presentation details will be facilitated via the secretariat.

Contact Conference Secretariat

Visual Showcase

AFPI Bihar Photo Gallery

A glimpse into state chapter meetings, rural health screenings, diabetes awareness campaigns, academic CMEs, and training activities across Bihar.

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Community Outreach

Rural Health Screening Camp - Seemanchal

Community primary care screening addressing diabetes & chronic ailments in rural Bihar.

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Academic CME

State CME & Clinical Symposium - Patna

Family doctors and general practitioners discussing standardized clinical protocols.

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Training & Education

ESIC Hospital Bihta - DNB Training

Nurturing the future generation of 11 postgraduate family physicians in Patna.

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Nodal Center

Duncan Hospital Raxaul - DFM Cohort

Expanding primary care training in North Bihar border areas.

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Preventive Medicine

Public Health & Diabetes Education

Interactive awareness session led by Dr. Abhay Kumar and team in Araria district.

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Governance

AFPI Bihar Committee Planning Meet

Executive members formulating state policies and academic agenda for 2026.

Connect With Us

Get in Touch with AFPI Bihar Chapter

Whether you are a practicing physician, a medical student interested in family medicine, or a citizen passionate about primary care, we welcome you to connect with the AFPI Bihar Chapter.

Office Address

House No-2, Duplex Colony, Shivpuri, Chitkohra, Patna, Bihar, Pin Code: 800002

Phone Number

+91 9608232740

Official Email

afpibihar24@gmail.com

Conference Secretariat

Dept. of General Medicine, Room No-29, A Block, Mahavir Cancer Sansthan & Research Institute, Phulwarisharif, Patna, Pin - 801505.

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