Scudder, CMC Vellore has brought many significant achievements to India, including starting the first College of Nursing in 1946, performing the first reconstructive surgery for leprosy in the world (1948), performing the first successful open heart surgery in India (1961), performing the first kidney transplant in
Where is Vellore hospital situated?
The town campus or Hospital Campus is located at the centre of Vellore town and is six kilometres south from the Katpadi Railway Station. This campus houses the main hospital, hostels for nurses (staff and students) and some accommodation for faculty.
Is CMC Vellore private or government?
Christian Medical College and Hospital, Vellore (CMC) is a private medical and research institute and hospital providing medical services to numerous clients from across the globe. It was founded in 1900 by an American missionary, Dr Ida S. Scudder and is known for its world- class medical education and services.
Is CMC Vellore better than aiims?
AIIMS Delhi retains top spot while the top three medical colleges for the year 2020, remains the same as last year with Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh and Christian Medical College, Vellore (CMC Vellore) in second and third place respectively.
What is special in Vellore?
Historic Vellore Fort, Government Museum, Science Park, Vainu Bappu Observatory, Amirthi Zoological Park, Religious Places like Jalakandeswarar Temple, Srilakshmi Golden Temple, Big Mosque & St. John’s Church and Yelagiri Hill station are the among top tourist attractions in and around Vellore.
Does Vellore have an airport?
Vellore does not have passenger flights at Vellore Airport but the government has plans to convert it into a fully functional one in the future. The nearest airport is Tirupati Airport; other two options include Chennai International Airport at 130 km away and Bengaluru International Airport at 230 km away.
Is it easy to get into CMC Vellore?
How difficult is it for a Hindu student to get MBBS admission in CMC Vellore? Yes, it is going to be extremely difficult to get admission if you are not a sponsored candidate. However, it is not impossible. The competition is very high, with only 12 seats available for open category, unreserved students.
How can I get medical seat in CMC Vellore?
CMC Vellore MBBS eligibility criteria 2021
- Aspirants must have completed the age of 17 years as of December 31 of the particular academic year.
- Candidates should have passed and obtained a minimum of 50% taken together in Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English, while reserved category students must score at least 40%
Is CMC Vellore a good college for MBBS?
CMC Vellore is ranked second among private medical colleges in India in 2019 by India Today and Outlook India and second in India by The Week. It was ranked third in India by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) medical colleges ranking for 2019.