CMC Vellore and Azim Premji Foundation Join Forces for New Medical College in Chittoor
CMC Vellore’s New Medical College Initiative
CMC Vellore recently unveiled its ambitious plan to establish a new medical college and a state-of-the-art teaching hospital at its Chittoor campus in Andhra Pradesh. The substantial support of Rs 500 crore from the Azim Premji Foundation marks a pivotal step in this direction.
Improving Healthcare Education
This grant is set to enhance CMC Vellore’s unique MBBS programme, emphasizing Primary-cum-Secondary Health Care (PSHC) to tackle the growing healthcare challenges in India. Dr. Vikram Mathews, the director of CMC Vellore, has envisioned this institution as a replicable model of medical education and healthcare delivery.
A Unique Partnership
- The partnership between CMC Vellore and the Azim Premji Foundation commenced during the pandemic.
- CMC has a rich history and will celebrate its 125th anniversary in 2025.
- Currently, CMC Vellore has over 3,675 beds and serves millions of patients annually.
This collaborative effort aims to bridge financial, social, and resource constraints while advancing medical education and outreach across India. The Chittoor campus, which started five years ago, has been a base for allied health science courses and a College of Nursing.
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