Dr. Jai Kumar named the 2025 AINA Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient

The Association of Indian Neurologists in America Lifetime Achievement (AINA) Award recognizes a leader in neurology by their peers. The recipient will be a North American neurologist chosen based on their dedication to advancing the training of North American neurologists of Indian origin and promoting innovation and research in the field of neurology. Sponsored by the Association of Indian Neurologists in America Fund of the American Brain Foundation.

Statement of Thanks: I am humbled and deeply honored to receive AINA’s Lifetime Achievement Award. This award demonstrates not only the importance of prevention and treatment of neurological disorders, but also the need for excellence in education and the training of future neurologists. I am truly blessed and appreciate the recognition of the work that physicians of Indian origin do to advance the field of neurology. Thank you to my family and this community for supporting me in my journey.

About Dr. Kumar: Dr. Jai Kumar is a distinguished neurologist whose career spans three continents, combining clinical excellence with impactful public health advocacy. He completed his M.B.B.S. from Dayanand Medical College in Ludhiana, Punjab and his M.D. from PGI Chandigarh, before continuing his training in England, where he earned his MRCP. Upon moving to the United States, he completed his Neurology Residency at the University of Missouri and his Neuromuscular Fellowship at the Medical College of Georgia. As former faculty at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria and Director of Stroke Services at Baylor Hospital in Garland, Texas, Dr. Kumar has earned several teaching awards and made significant contributions to patient care and medical education.

In 2014, Dr. Kumar’s passion for public health and advocacy came to the forefront when he successfully pursued Public interest litigation with the Supreme Court of India regarding pesticide spraying in aircraft cabins while passengers are onboard, leading to a landmark decree protecting passenger health and safety. Furthermore, his expertise in brain health and dementia prevention has made him a sought-after speaker. A member of the Rotary Club and former national member of the American Red Cross, he continues to contribute his time and expertise to the society at large and the medical community. Dr. Kumar resides in Dallas, Texas, with his wife Vandana, and enjoys spending his time golfing and visiting his three children and granddaughter