Celebrating Dr. Ida Scudder’s life and legacy
Today, 9 December 2024, we fondly remember our Founder, Dr. Ida Scudder’s birthday. She dedicated her life to serving the underprivileged, especially women and children in South India. Her one-bed clinic has grown to a 3,675-bed medical institution spread across seven campuses. We are excited to share that 2025 will mark 125 years of dedicated […]
To Never Turn a Patient Away
23-year-old homemaker Saral* lives in Vellore with her husband, a labourer in a brick kiln. The young couple were looking forward to the birth of their first child. However, at a routine prenatal check-up at CMC’s CHAD Hospital, her blood pressure was found to be dangerously high. Knowing the risks to both mother and child, […]
Samuel’s Story
60-year-old Samuel (name changed) made a living by mending shoes and cleaning cars in a residential area in Vellore. He was a familiar face, known to many in the local community. After a hard day’s work, Samuel would retire to the streets or nearby government bus stops as he had no place to call home. One […]
Manna Midday Meal
Jaya (name changed) from a village in Vellore district, is a hardworking woman full of hopes and dreams for the future. Her life took an unexpected turn when she was diagnosed with cancer, necessitating urgent hospitalization at CMC. Amidst the uncertainty and overwhelming challenges of cancer treatment, Jaya discovered a source of comfort in the […]
Paediatric Super Speciality Centre at CMC Vellore Ranipet Campus
I am delighted to update you on our Paediatric Super Speciality Centre at CMC Vellore Ranipet Campus! The ceremony to initiate Phase 2 of Ranipet Campus was held on 12th August 2024 for a 350-bed Paediatric Centre slated for opening in 2026. This fulfills a long-time dream of consolidating many of our Paediatric Super Specialities under one roof. The ground […]
PTP thro’ my eyes – A Story and Video competition
PTP 100 for 100 As part of the 100 years of CMC Town Campus celebration, the PTP 100 for 100 campaign was launched in August 2024. This CMC family monthly giving drive aims to support 100 more patients through the Person-to-Person (PTP) this year. We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to the 100 staff […]
Invest in Young People!
Adarsh (name changed) was born to a missionary couple, a school teacher and homemaker. When Adarsh was in High School, his father was diagnosed with cancer. The family was overwhelmed by the burden of this medical crisis. Adarsh was awarded a government scholarship which helped him complete his schooling despite difficult circumstances. “After my high […]
Launch of Life-Saving Emergency Services
Dear Friend, The Emergency Medical Service (EMS) at CMC was initiated in collaboration with the Emergency Department (ED) and Transport Department. This service gives residents quick access to critical and life-saving medical treatments. In Vellore and Ranipet districts, the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) will provide pre-hospital retrieval and inter-hospital transfers. 24×7 helpline numbers will be […]
From Shelter to Sanctuary
The 15-bed Ida B. Scudder Hospice in Snehadeepam cares for terminally ill and marginalised patients. Kamu* shuffled into the Palliative Medicine outpatient clinic one afternoon. The weight of 88 years hunched his shoulders, and the tell-tale deformities in his hands and feet spoke of a past battle with leprosy. A recent diagnosis – a probable […]
USAID-ASHA grants: Ophthalmic surgical simulator & surgical equipment
USAID-ASHA grants: Ophthalmic surgical simulator & surgical equipment to prevent curable blindness – for dept of ophthalmology to enhance surgical & clinical skills of specialists in training; for #prevention of blindness among the unreached, especially women. In partnership with Vellore CMC Foundation