Dr. Jasvant Modi
Dr. Jasvant Modi | |
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| Education | B.J. Medical College |
| Occupation | Retired Gastroenterologist |
Dr. Jasvant Modi is a retired gastroenterologist who owns four hospitals and supports philanthropy in education and healthcare.[1] His passion for philanthropy and sharing Jainism values through education and healthcare projects extends throughout parts of India and the United States. He endeavors to support communities and inject resources as needed to create healthy, thriving neighborhoods.[2]
Early life, education, and career
Dr. Jasvant Modi was born in Godhra, India in 1951. He immigrated to the United States in 1975.[3]
Dr. Modi received his medical degree from B.J. Medical College. He completed his residency in Chicago, Illinois. As a medical practitioner, Dr. Modi valued an approach that considered the unique needs of each patient with compassion and empathy.[4] He conducted gastrointestinal consultations, endoscopy procedures, colonoscopies, cancer screenings, treated digestive disorders, and provided follow-up care as part of his practice.[5]
Dr. Jasvant Modi retired from gastroenterology in 2014. Since retirement, Dr. Modi acquired four hospitals, with the mission of supporting local communities.[6] Each hospital serves as a community pillar, providing resources that address the needs of their residents.
Additional activities
Dr. Jasvant Modi’s wife, Dr. Meera Modi, also practices medicine as an internist. Both are followers of Jainism.
Dr. Modi supports educational and healthcare philanthropic activities in India and the United States. In 2023, he donated to the Bhagawan Vasu Pujya Swami Post-Doctoral Fellowship Endowment at the University of Pittsburgh to foster advanced academic research.[7] He also donated to the University of Birmingham to establish a Jainism Studies and Research program.[8] His philanthropic model is based on friends, family, society, and faith.[4]
In December 2023, Dr. Modi donated $800,000 to California State University, Northridge to support a professorship program on Jain Studies.[9]
References
- ↑ "Dr. Jasvant Modi - Hard Work With Great Dreams". Thrive Global. 4 May 2021. Retrieved 21 December 2023.
- ↑ Shah, Bipin A. (17 June 2021). "Candler Receives Gift to Endow Postdoctoral Fellowship in Jain Studies". EIN Presswire. Retrieved 21 December 2023.
- ↑ "The Power of Giving Back: Dr. Jasvant Modi's Advice on Engaging in Philanthropy and Finding Purpose". The American Reporter. 24 August 2023. Retrieved 29 November 2023.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Bakian, Written in Partnership with Amir (19 July 2023). "The Holistic Approach: Dr. Jasvant Modi's Advice on Blending Jain Dharma with Medical Practices for Enhanced Patient Care - LA Weekly". www.laweekly.com. Retrieved 29 November 2023.
- ↑ "Expertise – Dr. Jasvant Modi". drjasvantmodi.net. Retrieved 29 November 2023.
- ↑ "Jain Dharma and Education: Dr. Jasvant Modi's Perspective on Infusing Jain Principles in the Academic Realm - New York Weekly". nyweekly.com. 24 August 2023. Retrieved 29 November 2023.
- ↑ Relations, Media (2 June 2023). "Dr. Jasvant Modi Contributes to the Bhagawan Vasu Pujya Swami Post-Doctoral Fellowship Endowment". EIN Presswire. Retrieved 29 November 2023.
- ↑ Relations, Media (12 July 2023). "Dr. Jasvant Modi Supports University of Birmingham's Key Appointments to Jain Studies Program". EIN Presswire. Retrieved 29 November 2023.
- ↑ Singh, Hupender (7 December 2023). "Drs. Jasvant & Meera Modi Donate $800K For Jain Studies At CSUN". IndiaWest. Retrieved 13 December 2023.