Reception for Dr. Bobby Mukkamala Riverfront Conference Center | 6.14.2025

On June 10, Dr. Bobby Mukkamala was inaugurated as the 180th president of the American Medical Association, becoming the first physician of Indian heritage to lead the organization. The milestone ceremony took place in Chicago during the AMA’s annual meeting, where Dr. Mukkamala addressed hundreds of delegates gathered to celebrate this remarkable, career-defining achievement.

Just days later, the celebration continued in Downtown Flint, where hundreds of community members came together for a reception held in his honor. The evening featured a video presentation of Dr. Mukkamala’s inspiring AMA address, followed by a series of heartfelt tributes from family, friends and colleagues. A special moment included the reading of a proclamation from Flint Mayor Sheldon Neeley, presented in his absence by Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet.

Guests enjoyed an evening filled with fellowship, authentic Indian cuisine and deep appreciation for Dr. Mukkamala’s many impactful contributions to the Flint community – as well as gratitude for his recovery from successful brain cancer surgery in December.

A respected otolaryngologist, Dr. Mukkamala has served patients in Flint for 25 years and will continue his practice while representing physicians across the country in his new national leadership role.

My City congratulates Dr. Mukkamala and his family on this historic honor and wishes him continued success on his personal and professional journeys.