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At CMC, you’re exposed to some of the most cutting-edge technologies at the main hospital, but then you’re also getting posted in some of the most underserved villages and you have to come up with creative solutions to help people. In June 2020, CMC alumnus, Dr. Ankit performed the first double lung transplant on a …
Innovation In Service of Humanity: An Interview with Dr. Ankit Bharat (Batch ’97) Read More »

In collaboration with the Vellore CMC Foundation, CMC has been actively engaged in the roll-out of a USAID American Schools and Hospital Abroad (ASHA) funded program targeted at “Improving Maternal and Neonatal Health Outcomes”. The project aims to improve the birthing conditions and delivery outcomes for all mothers, while also focusing on the health of …

The Vellore CMC Foundation is grateful to its community of friends and supporters for the incredible show of compassion and charity in 2020. Together, we were able to accomplish extraordinary acts of kindness that brought hope and healing to health care providers and patients alike. In recognition of this generosity, the Foundation held its inaugural …
Foundation Holds First Donor Appreciation Virtual Gathering Read More »

The Vellore CMC Foundation continues to align with God’s revealed priorities in supporting the “Healing Ministry of Christ” through Christian Medical College and Hospital (CMC&H) while strengthening our relationship with our Church Communities. These visions came into fruition as we sought God during a crisis and came together globally through our virtual prayer gatherings to …

At the Vellore CMC Foundation, as throughout the rest of the world, 2020 was a year like no other. While we were presented with extraordinary challenges, we were also reminded of the incredible power of community. Throughout the year, we found solace in the compassion and commitment of our CMC Community – that of CMC Vellore, …
Alumni in the News

CMC Toon and Tales – Part 1
Dr. Abraham Joseph and Ambi Harsha, the “Campus Kid”, have put together a video series of stories and ambient music of the times on the

Dr. Anindita Das’ “An almanac of pandemonium” published in The Lancet
Dr. Anindita Das, who recently completed her PG in Radiation Oncology from CMC, talks of her experiences here, in a year of pain and pandemonium

Dr. Alexander Thomas Takes Charge as National President of AHPI
Dr. Alexander Thomas has been re-elected as the National President of the Association of Healthcare Providers India (AHPI) for the years 2021-22. Read more at

Dr. Ajit Varki is the Recipient of the 2020 Rosalind Kornfeld Award for Lifetime Achievement in Glycobiology
The Rosalind Kornfeld Award for Lifetime Achievement in Glycobiology was established in 2008 to honor Dr. Rosalind Kornfeld’s distinguished scientific career and service to the
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Dr. J V Peter, Director, CMC, looks back at 2020 - lessons learned, preparations for mitigating future risks, measures beyond masking & social distancing and how emphasis on staff protection ensured there was no fatality among a workforce of over 10,000.
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Collaboration is the Key Focus Area during this Pandemic Year for CMC Vellore https://www.healthcareexecutive.in/blog/cmc-vellore
"We saw the value of teamwork during the pandemic. There was a sense of ownership and participation that translated to involvement in COVID related activities. " Dr. JV Peter, CMC Director
Thanks to the #CMCVellore team for their incredible efforts during a tumultuous year
Another perspective..#teamwork @OffCMCVellore @VCMCFoundation @FriendsVellore https://www.healthcareexecutive.in/blog/cmc-vellore
#CMCVellore campuses host more than 50 species of birds, including the Asian Paradise Flycatcher highlighted in this article👇
India climbed to second spot in the recently concluded Great Backyard Bird Count in terms of number of species observed. A total of 941 species were recorded. Take a look at some of some highlights put together by @menon_rash. #gbbc #birdphotography
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At the best of times, it is hard to operationalise consensus guidelines. #COVID19 tested how well we would fare in a crunch. We coped because of 2 key factors: respect for expertise & willingness to collaborate for better patient outcomes.
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Collaboration is the Key Focus Area during this Pandemic Year for CMC Vellore — Healthcare Executive
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A New Year had started; a year projected to have many good changes and new beginnings for me. I was into the final months of my radiation oncology residency at a busy tertiary care centre with a dedicated cancer-care facility, with great plans of a much-needed break after my exams, world travel, and...2 months ago
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Hours left to give in 2020! Dear Friend, As 2020 comes to an end, we are counting our blessings with gratitude for our Vellore CMC Community. Thank you for your show of support throughout the year: whPatient Care – COVID-19 Response – CMC Vellore readies 400-bed COVID-19 Care Facility at its new campus in Kannigapuram
Research – Christian Medical College, CMC, Vellore – Over 30,000 babies in India die each year from Rotor Virus – that was until CMC unique approach to research lead to the development of a vaccine.
Our History – Christian Medical College, CMC, Vellore – In this video you will see the moment that inspired a young woman to establish a Christian medical mission in Southern India over a 100 years ago.