named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
ATMA Medical Camps
Free mobile medical camps providing multi-specialty care, preventative screenings, and pharmacy distribution in underserved communities
Clinical Mentorship Pipelines
Structured mentorship connecting Tamil medical trainees with experienced professionals for career guidance and residency support
Community Health Screenings
Local wellness events offering biometric assessments, blood pressure checks, and expert-led health workshops
Merit Financial Scholarships
Financial grants for Tamil medical students committed to serving underprivileged populations
Telemedicine Pipeline
Secure, end-to-end encrypted telehealth network for follow-up care and long-term health monitoring of patients identified in field clinics
activities · 11 groups
What they do
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Medical Professional Education & Training 2 activities
- Hosts annual medical conventions for professional development and community serviceConvenes medical professionals through an annual convention that supports learning, networking, and community service, including academic platforms for research presentations and clinical discussions.
- Provides continuing medical education and professional forumsOffers continuing medical education and a professional forum for American Tamil physicians and allied healthcare workers to advance cultural, social, and educational values in medicine.
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Community Health Equity Initiatives 1 activity
- Advocates for improved public health policies and access to careEngages in advocacy efforts aimed at enhancing public health policies and expanding healthcare access, particularly for underserved populations.
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Mental Health Education and Awareness 1 activity
- Conducts mental health awareness and support initiativesRuns programs to raise awareness about mental health and provide targeted support within Tamil communities.
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Documentary Film Production 1 activity
- Documents impact stories through visual mediaCaptures and shares stories of collaboration, patient care, and community impact using visual documentation to highlight program outcomes.
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Adaptive Equipment Provision 1 activity
- Funds and sponsors assistive devices and surgeries for vulnerable populationsSponsors provision of artificial limbs, wheelchairs, walking sticks, and cataract surgeries for individuals in need, particularly in Tamil Nadu, including targeted support for people affected by leprosy and vision impairments.
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Telehealth and Urgent Care Access 1 activity
- Offers telemedicine services for continuous careProvides ongoing diagnostic consultations and medical guidance beyond in-person visits using secure, encrypted telehealth networks to support remote clinics and patients in underserved areas.
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Direct Clinical Care Delivery 1 activity
- Operates mobile and volunteer-led medical camps in underserved communitiesDeploys free mobile medical camps and field clinics to deliver essential healthcare services, including biometric triage, multi-specialty consultations, diagnostic screenings, and pharmaceutical support, to underserved and rural populations; has conducted over 100 camps in 20 years.
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Community CPR and First Aid Training 1 activity
- Provides Basic Life Support (BLS) training to studentsConducted BLS training for 100 high school students across two schools as part of community health education outreach.
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International Emergency Medical Relief 1 activity
- Provides emergency medical aid and disaster reliefDelivers rapid-response medical assistance during humanitarian emergencies, including mobilizing relief funds, field clinics, essential pharmaceutical supplies, and life-saving interventions such as emergency corrective surgeries.
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Charitable Grantmaking to Specific Causes 1 activity
- Supports Tamil Nadu-based healthcare charitiesAssists charitable organizations in Tamil Nadu that are engaged in healthcare-related work through funding and collaborative support.
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Healthcare Education Scholarships and Fellowships 1 activity
- Supports Tamil healthcare students through scholarships and mentorshipOffers merit-based scholarships, clinical mentorship, residency matching guidance, and research opportunities to Tamil medical students and trainees; includes travel grants for national conference participation and complimentary membership for trainees.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$57K
Contributions & grants$10K18%
Program service revenue$46K81%
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expenses
Total expenses$63K
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balance sheet
Total assets$170K
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Net assets$170K
2 years on record · 2020–2023 · YoY revenue +310.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
board members · 5
- DR ANU ARUN — TRUSTEE
- DR ARUNACHALAM EINSTEIN — TRUSTEE
- DR KALAI PARTHIBAN — TRUSTEE
- DR RAJAMMAL — TRUSTEE
- DR VEERAPPAN SUNDAR — TRUSTEE
relationships · 21
Who they work with
- ATMA Network — Self-reference as part of organizational identity in service delivery context
- ATMA-CF Partner — Charitable foundation of ATMA that funds scholarships, medical supplies, and disaster relief efforts.
- Harvard Medical School Partner — Collaborates through Tamil physicians holding key academic and clinical positions.
- Hospitals Partner — Collaborates with hospitals to support local communities and deliver medical services.
- Johns Hopkins Partner — Collaborates through Tamil physicians holding key academic and clinical positions.
- Local organizations Partner — Collaborates with local organizations to conduct health drives and community engagement activities.
- Lowell General Hospital Partner — Employer and professional affiliation of ATMA President Dr. Kabilan Dharmarajan.
- Mayo Clinic Partner — Collaborates through Tamil physicians holding key academic and clinical positions.
- NGOs Partner — Partners with NGOs to expand reach and effectiveness of community health programs.
- NHS trusts Partner — Collaborates through Tamil physicians serving in various NHS trusts across the United Kingdom.
- TUFTS University Partner — Academic affiliation of ATMA President Dr. Kabilan Dharmarajan as Associate Professor of Medicine.
- Tamil Nadu-based charitable organizations Partner — Receives assistance from the organization in healthcare-related charitable work.
- Tamil healthcare professionals Network — Professional community supported through networking, mentorship, and career development initiatives.
- atmausapresident@gmail.com Partner — Primary contact email for inquiries regarding terms and conditions
- domestic medical colleges Partner — Partners with medical colleges to support clinical training and service delivery during medical camps.
- experienced medical professionals Partner — Partners with experienced physicians to provide mentorship and clinical supervision to trainees
- fellows Partner — Includes fellows in mentorship and professional development programs
- medical students Partner — Collaborates with medical students through mentorship, scholarships, and clinical training programs
- municipal public health bodies Partner — Collaborates with local public health authorities to align medical camp services with community needs.
- regional community organizations Partner — Works with local community groups to ensure medical camps meet the specific health needs of the population.
- residents Partner — Engages residents in medical camps, mentorship, and research opportunities
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Bidirectional Knowledge Exchange to Strengthen Global Practicemethodology: bidirectional_knowledge_exchangeBy transferring advanced clinical protocols to South Asia and integrating lessons from high-volume public health systems into U.S. practice, the organization improves care quality on both sides, because mutual learning across health systems enhances innovation and adaptability.
- Culturally Grounded Healthcare Deliverymethodology: culturally_grounded_clinical_serviceBy integrating Tamil cultural heritage with clinical service, the organization strengthens community engagement and trust, leading to higher participation and sustained health outcomes, because cultural affirmation enhances receptivity to medical care.
- Hybrid Care Model for Continuity in Underserved Areasmethodology: hybrid_care_modelBy combining telemedicine with in-person clinics, the organization ensures continuous monitoring and chronic disease management for remote populations, because bridging distance with technology while maintaining personal contact improves adherence and long-term outcomes.
- Integrated Pipeline for Medical Camp Effectivenessmethodology: structured_clinical_pipelineBy using structured, multi-track clinical pipelines during medical camps, the organization efficiently identifies and treats complex health conditions, because standardized workflows in high-volume settings increase diagnostic accuracy and treatment linkage.
- Professional Network for Community Health Impactmethodology: professional_network_for_community_healthBy uniting Tamil medical professionals across geographies, the organization amplifies collective impact on community health through coordinated volunteerism, knowledge exchange, and targeted humanitarian initiatives, because shared cultural identity and professional solidarity increase engagement and trust in service delivery.