India Missions
Strike Up The Band
A Royal Salute for the Gillmar Family in India Foundation board member Jack Scudder Gillmar and his family were greeted with fanfare when they visited the Arni School in Tamil Nadu, India, in January, 2024, including a musical salute from Arni students. The...
Big events at CMC Vellore
Foundation Board Member and First Vice President Dr. James Taylor was on hand in Vellore in mid-January for some big developments at Christian Medical College. They included launching of new laboratories, groundbreaking for the new pharmacy college, and expansion of housing facilities. The details, with pictures, are in the CMC Newsletter.
A Letter from India
Walter Scudder IV, a student at Eastern Connecticut University and a Scudder Association Foundation scholarship winner, returned home in mid-January from a memorable trip to Scudder-supported facilities in India. He is the great-great-grandson of Reverend Walter Scudder who founded Walter Scudder High School. Here’s his account of the visit.
Greetings from Dr. Sam Raj in India
“It is still like a dream that came and went—something beyond our wildest imaginations.” So wrote Dr. Sam Raj in an email to Scudder Association Foundation Board member Jack Gillmar.
Christmas Greetings from Scudder Memorial
From the city Ranipet, South India, Dr. Anbu Suresh and the staff of Scudder Memorial Hospital says “Merry Christmas” and best wishes to Scudders around the world.
Christmas Greetings from Bishop Sharma
Christmas, surrounded by warmth, love, hope, and laughter, let us not forget those whose lives are clouded with darkness and despair. In the Holy lands of Israel and Palestine, where our Savior once walked, countless innocent children are caught and lost their precious life and future in the crossfire of conflict, enduring terrifying circumstances that no child should ever have to face.
A Wonderful Note from India
The great work of the Scudder family and the Scudder Association Foundation in India continues to draw praise and gratitude.
Newly elected SAF President Sue Swanson recently received this note from Bishop Sharma of the CSI Diocese of Vellore. To read Bishop Sharma’s message, click on the picture or title.
Journey to India
This Chronicle is a record of the trip to India by members of The Scudder Association Foundation in January 2019 to celebrate the 200th Anniversary of John and Harriet Scudder’s sailing from Boston to begin the medical missionary work of the Scudders on the Indian Continent.
Scudder Memorial Hospital
Jack Gillmar’s India Trip October 2022 without Narration
This is a slide presentation of pictures and information during Jack Gillmar’s (SAF Board Member) recent trip to Southern India and visits of Scudder Memorial Hospital (SMH), Christian Medical College (CMC), and the various sites supported by both and our foundation.
Jack Gillmar’s India Trip October 2022
This is a slide presentation of pictures and information during Jack Gillmar’s (SAF Board Member) recent trip to Southern India and visits of Scudder Memorial Hospital (SMH), Christian Medical College (CMC), and the various sites supported by both and our foundation.
Emunah – Scudder Memorial Newsletter Vol 1 Issue 4
"Emunah" Scudder Memorial Newsletter Vol 1 Issue 4 - July - August 2022 I would like to thank the Editorial team and others who contributed to the making of this issue of the newsletter. Please enjoy this next issue focusing on the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial...
Emunah – Scudder Memorial Newsletter Vol 1 Issue 3
I would like to thank the Editorial team and others who contributed to the making of this issue of the newsletter. Please enjoy this next issue focusing on the Department of COMMUNITY MEDICINE. Dr C. Anbu Suresh Rao
Emunah – Scudder Memorial Newsletter Vol 1 Issue 2
The first Newsletter Emunah has been well-received, and we got positive feedback from many quarters. I would like to thank the Editorial team and others who contributed to the making of the newsletter. Please enjoy this next issue focusing on the OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY department.
“Emunah” – Scudder Memorial Hospital Vol 1 Issue 1
Dr. Anbu Suresh Rao, Medical Superintendent of The Scudder Memorial Hospital in Ranipet (“SMH”) has published the first of what we are told will be bi-monthly Newsletters about SMH, entitled “Emunah”. (The meaning of “Emunah” can be found on page 1 of the Newsletter.)
Scudder Memorial Hospital Providing Free Cleft Lip/Palate Surgery
In a boon to the poor, the 150 year old, Ranipet based Scudder Memorial hospital has volunteered to provide free cleft lip/palate surgery through its comprehensive cleft treatment center attached to the department of dental and maxillofacial surgery, according to hospital superintendent Dr U Suresh Rao.
The Long Way Home
A Gesture of Love and Esteem Finds Its Way Home After a journey of 85 years and tens of thousands of miles, this historic commemorative silver tray has found its way back to its place of origin, Scudder Memorial Hospital. Discover the woman behind the tray and...
Exciting News from SMH
This is our third report from our Indian Grant Chair, Dr. James Taylor's recent trip to India. Thomas Cook Travel Donates 5 Much Needed Dialysis Machines With a generous grant from the Thomas Cook Travel Group, SMH's dialysis unit will nearly double in size with 5...
Scudder Memorial Hospital Celebrates 150th Birthday
Scudder Memorial Hospital celebrated its Sesquicentennial on September 3rd and the founder's great-great grandson, Dr. James H. Taylor was in attendance. James has been a active supporter at SMH and was invited as one of the keynote speakers at the celebration. James...
Dr. James H. Taylor to Represent Scudder Association at the SMH 150 Year Anninversary
Dr. James Taylor is scheduled to attend the 150th anniversary of the founding of the Scudder Memorial Hospital in Ranipet, India. Founder's Day is September 3rd. Dr. Taylor's great-great grandfather, Dr. Silas Downer Scudder started the hospital in 1866. Dr. Silas...
Dr. Anbu Suresh Rao – Scudder Memorial Hospital – Video Conference to Scudder Association
Dr. Anbu Suresh Rao, Superintendent of Scudder Memorial Hospital, met recently via video conference, with a number of Scudder Association Board members. The Board was universally impressed with the accomplishments outlined in Anbu's presentation. We would encourage...
CMC Foundation – Vellore
Big events at CMC Vellore
Foundation Board Member and First Vice President Dr. James Taylor was on hand in Vellore in mid-January for some big developments at Christian Medical College. They included launching of new laboratories, groundbreaking for the new pharmacy college, and expansion of housing facilities. The details, with pictures, are in the CMC Newsletter.
CMC Vellore Foundation 2022 Annual Report
“We are pleased to announce our publication of the Foundation’s 2022 Annual Report, which reflects upon our continued efforts to support the Christian Medical College and Hospital of Vellore’s drive towards excellence in health care services, education, and research. A hard copy of the report has been mailed to your home and should arrive within the next few days. In the meantime, we hope you will take a moment to enjoy this digital edition, as we report on the impact of your extraordinary support.
New Novel from author Dr. Abraham Verghese, distinguished member of the Vellore CMC Foundation
It is my privilege to share with you some very exciting news about Professor of Medicine and Vice Chair of Education at Stanford University Medical School, Dr. Abraham Verghese, who also happens to be a distinguished member of the Vellore CMC Foundation corporation!
Jack Gillmar’s India Trip October 2022 without Narration
This is a slide presentation of pictures and information during Jack Gillmar’s (SAF Board Member) recent trip to Southern India and visits of Scudder Memorial Hospital (SMH), Christian Medical College (CMC), and the various sites supported by both and our foundation.
Jack Gillmar’s India Trip October 2022
This is a slide presentation of pictures and information during Jack Gillmar’s (SAF Board Member) recent trip to Southern India and visits of Scudder Memorial Hospital (SMH), Christian Medical College (CMC), and the various sites supported by both and our foundation.
CMC Vellore Videos
CMC Vellore Videos by Jack Gillmar - Scudder Association Foundation Board Member "I have researched CMC on youtube.com where there are lots of good videos on CMC. These four that I have screened and attached below make a very nice set." Jack- Gillmar Our...
News From Our Friends In Vellore
“On behalf of the institution, I wish to place on record our appreciation…we are overwhelmed at the efforts taken by you all to raise funds for the COVID work at CMC. This has definitely taken a huge pressure off us.”- Dr. J.V. Peter. Thanks to the incredible generosity of CMC’s network of alumni, family, and friends, the Foundation raised over $1.41 million in support of CMC’s fight against the second deadly wave of COVID-19.
CMC Vellore Update May 26th, 2021
To support CMC COVID response, we have made two wire transfer equaling just under $550,000 (thus far) and we have also raised $852,602 (in cash contributions) towards our goal of $1.25 million. am also pleased to report that in collaboration with Montefiore Medical Center and New York City Health & Hospital, we have assembled of list of new ventilation equipment and PPE supplies valued at $3.4 million that are scheduled for air shipment to India – with CMC as the designated recipient of these pre-approved Gifts-in-Kind.
CMC Vellore Update – May 8, 2021
Having just completed a zoom conference with JV Peter, Chandra Singh and others, I am compelled to share with you that the Supreme Court of India just hours ago appointed a 12-person team to provide the guidance needed to help resolve the current healthcare crisis in their country. Two of twelve people assigned to this task force were from CMC – Drs. Cherry Kang and JV Peter. Impressive!
An Oration a 150 Years in the Making
The Scudder Association Foundation is proud to announce this year's Ida Scudder Humanitarian Oration, will be presented by Board Member and India Grant, Chair, Dr. James Taylor. Jim Taylor's road to the Oration invitation is a circuitous, and much like his legendary...
CMC – In the News
CMC was recently spotlighted on India Today due to its extraordinary response to the coronavirus in India and in Harvard Business Review as a leading and innovative non-profits in Health Care. Check out these news stories.
$ 140,150 Raised for the CMC LCECU Matching Gift Program
We are happy to announce the successful completion of the matching gift campaign for the Low Cost Effective Care Unit (LCECU) at CMC. "I want to thank all who gave in support of this project, and in gratitude, I raised my own contribution." Sincerely,...
One Step At A Time by Dr. Reena George
The Scudder Association Foundation members who traveled to Vellore for the 200th year centennial of Dr John and Harriet Scudder's mission work in India and Sri Lanka met with author Reene George. 'She took us on a tour of the central parts of the campus which were...
CMC – Centennial Gala
Gala Honors Anna Pulimood & Chelsea Clinton at 100th Anniversary Celebration Thursday December 13, 2018, the CMC Foundation celebrated the founding of CMC by Dr. Ida Scudder 100 years ago, by presenting awards to Dr. Anna Pulimood, President of CMC College and...
“Standing on the Shoulders of Giants”
Our intrepid India Grants Chair, Dr. James Taylor, was busy on his recent visit to India. He just forwarded us this report, supplemented with photos from our friends at CMC Vellore Foundation. Thank you to all who helped. Brick laying ceremony for Kannigapuram...
James Taylor Joins CMC Vellore Board
Dr. James Taylor, continues a long tradition of Scudder service to medicine in India. He was voted to the Board of Directors, for the Vellor CMC Foundation, on May 5th, 2016.
CMC and Tufts are Collaborating
Tufts University School of Medicine is one of CMC’s most expansive and historic collaborators. Foundation Board Chair Dr. Honorine Ward (’69) and Board Member Dr. Christine Wanke are …
CMC Director To Attend Annual Meeting
We are thrilled that Dr. Sunil Chandy the Director of Christian Medical Center (CMC) in Vellore India, will be attending our annual meeting on October 23rd – 25th in Huntington NY (Long Island).