19th April 2002: During a gathering to honour Dr Badrinath, an eminent Indian opthalmologist visiting Perth, Dr Paddy Ramanathan and Dr Sunil Kaushik discussed the need for creating a "data base" of Indian doctors in WA. Extensive research resulted in the creation of a data base of approx. 200 doctors of Indian origin in Perth. The group was called " INDOCS", a name coined by Sunil. 29th October 2002: Inaugural Meeting of INDOCS was conducted at AGNI Indian restaurant. There were about 120 doctors who attended a very exciting evening of talks and fine Indian food! The meeting was supported by Pharmacia Pharmaceuticals. Click here for pictures Since then we have seen annual dinner meetings at various locations. Over the following years the concept of forming an official organisation was brewing up in the minds of many. September 2007: A gala dinner meeting was organised at Tawarri Function Centre, on the banks of Swan river in Dalkeith. It was at this meeting both Paddy and Sunil took the initiative in taking a positive step towards the creation of the organisation. After intensive discussion, a "focus group" of volunteers was created to chalk out the nitty- gritty of setting up of the association. October 2007: The focus group of about 20 doctors met to discuss further about the constitution and other issues. After extensive deliberations, the name "Australian Indian Medical Association" was chosen. November 2007: DOCEP was contacted and as per requirement, a news paper advertisement was placed about the intention of creating an association. December 2007: A formal application was submitted with DOCEP (Consumer Affairs). 15th January 2008: Official Incorporation was awarded for AIMA. 24 February 2008: The first AGM of AIMA took place at AGNI Indian restaurant. The meeting elected the inaugural committee of AIMA. Further details of the committee can be read here . 14th December 2008: Trademark Australia granted the final ok on the current AIMA logo with the name.