In honor of Nirmal Goyal’s remarkable life journey and in gratitude for her physician, Dr. Mikhail Kogan, GWCIM and the Goyal family are pleased to announce the establishment of The GWCIM Nirmal Goyal Cancer Fund.
Eligibility and How to Apply
Eligibility extends to cancer and terminally ill patients under the care of Dr. Mikhail Kogan at GWCIM. The fund provides a small discount on each visit. To apply, patients should notify GWCIM administrators or Dr. Kogan directly of their interest in the Nirmal Goyal scholarship. The administrators will guide applicants through the next steps and any required documentation.
Nirval’s Life Remembered
Nirmal emigrated from India in midlife to support her two children’s higher education in the United States. A visionary committed to learning and responsible citizenship, she worked as a banker and financial advisor and delighted in music, cooking, and photography. Family and friends remember her as loyal, compassionate, wise, and generous. She was always wholeheartedly devoted to her family and friends in India and the U.S. We remember our beloved Nirval having a mesmerizing smile, cheerful laugh, and beautiful soul.
Legacy and Values
Nirmal faced terminal cancer with courage, grace, and dignity, embracing the power and science of plant-based and traditional healing methods. She especially recognized Ayurveda, herbal, and homeopathic medicine for their role in healing and improving the quality of life, thus beautifully complementing conventional care.
Nirmal passed away at home on October 19, 2020, at age 72, and is lovingly remembered by her husband, daughter, son, daughter‑in‑law, and two precious grandchildren. The fund honors her legacy by expanding affordable and compassionate integrative care for those in need.
