Instituted in 2018 by the Center for Health and Medical Sciences (CHMS) of the Venus International Foundation (VIF), the Venus International Healthcare Awards (VIHA) is an annual distinguished recognition programme conferred during the Annual Healthcare Summit (AHS). The VIHA Awards honour exceptional excellence and meaningful contributions across medicine and healthcare, recognizing physicians, medical professionals and researchers whose expertise, dedication, innovation and professional distinction advance patient care, medical education, research, and the broader pursuit of better health and human well-being.

The Venus International Healthcare Awards (VIHA) 2026 are open to Physicians, Healthcare Researchers, and Faculty Members of any nationality who, at the time of nomination, are in good professional standing and have demonstrated an established record of academic, professional, and service excellence. Nominees must be 27 to 75 years of age and must hold a recognized Postgraduate Degree / Doctoral Degree, or an equivalent qualification appropriate to their professional discipline.

Vision
To celebrate and inspire the distinguished minds shaping the future of global healthcare.

Mission
To recognize and honour extraordinary physicians whose excellence in clinical practice, research, innovation, and dedicated service advances the frontiers of healthcare.

Objectives
To honour physicians who demonstrate exceptional excellence, integrity, and distinction in healthcare through outstanding professional service, research contributions, and enduring commitment to human well-being