🎓 60 Years of Medical Excellence

Medical Legacy

Class of 1965

62 Distinguished Physicians
20 Countries Served
72 Different Cities
26 Specialties
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Our Foundation

Where It All Began

Our story begins with Christian Medical College (CMC) Vellore, founded in 1900 by Dr. Ida Sophia Scudder, an American missionary driven by compassion after witnessing the tragic deaths of three women who refused treatment from male practitioners. What started as a single-bed dispensary became one of India's most prestigious medical institutions.

From the 40-bed Mary Taber Schell Memorial Hospital for women to the establishment of the Medical School for Women in 1918, CMC Vellore has been a pioneer in medical education and healthcare. The institution achieved remarkable firsts: India's first successful open-heart surgery (1961) and first kidney transplant (1971), setting the foundation for groundbreaking medical advances.

In 1965, our batch—25 girls and 35 boys—joined this dream institution. Though we were students then, our class would go on to contribute significantly to medical services worldwide.

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First Year Class

First Year Class

Christian Medical College, Vellore • 1965

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Legacy Stories

Voices of Our Journey

Relive the memories, milestones, and moments that shaped our remarkable six-decade journey. From our early days at CMC Vellore to our global impact in medicine.

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Dr. Preima Doraisamy (Rehabilitation Physician) talks about her book - Beyond Coma, at GOTC 2026

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Our Medical Legacy

A heartfelt journey through six decades of medical excellence, friendship, and global impact.

Featured Stories
CMC Graduation 1971 on YouTube

Torch of Life

Torch of Life is a 16mm colour film which speaks about the student selection process and the how the hospital was founded.

Historical Archive
Health talks Dr Clement C Deenadayalan Made with Clipchamp

Health talks

Health talks Dr Clement C Deenadayalan Made with Clipchamp

Historical Archive
Our Distinguished Members

Life's Defining Moments

Celebrating distinguished physicians, each with remarkable contributions to medicine and humanity.
Search by name to discover their extraordinary stories.

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Discover Our Distinguished Class

Search above to explore the remarkable stories of our 47 graduating physicians, listed alphabetically for your convenience.

In Memoriam

Forever in Our Hearts

Honoring our 12 beloved classmates who have passed on, whose legacy of healing, compassion, and service continues to inspire us. Their contributions to medicine and humanity will never be forgotten.

Their light continues to shine

Their Legacy Lives On

Though they are no longer with us, the impact of our departed classmates continues through the lives they touched, the students they taught, and the medical advances they pioneered. Their dedication to the healing arts remains an eternal inspiration to us all.

Global Reach

Our Worldwide Impact

From rural villages to major metropolitan centers, the Class of '65 has served across 23 countries, bringing healing and hope to millions worldwide.

Explore Our Global Footprint

Click on any country marker to discover the remarkable contributions of our class members around the world. From pioneering rural healthcare programs to leading prestigious medical institutions.

20 Countries Served
7 Continents
150+ Healthcare Institutions
∞ Lives Touched