[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 161 (Friday, September 17, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E984]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   AMERICAN TAMIL MEDICAL ASSOCIATION

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                        HON. RAJA KRISHNAMOORTHI

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 17, 2021

  Mr. KRISHNAMOORTHI. Madam Speaker, today I wish to honor the work of 
the American Tamil Medical Association, an organization devoted to 
promoting charitable work both in the United States and around the 
world.
  Formed by ten Tamil physicians in 2005, ATMA has grown to include 13 
chapters in 3 countries. Its annual convention brings together the 
brightest minds in the Tamil medical community to share ideas and 
initiate projects to create healthier conditions for the poor and 
underserved in this country and abroad.
  As a Tamil American, I share a deep sense of pride in the 
accomplishments of fellow Tamil Americans. ATMA has raised thousands of 
dollars to underwrite relief efforts for natural disasters all over the 
world. Its charitable endeavors support homeless shelters in the United 
States, construction of children's hospitals in India, and 
organizations that prevent the spread of infectious diseases. 
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, ATMA provided funding and resources 
for hospitals, and operated a 24-hour helpline to aid those in need of 
medical assistance.
  ATMA also serves as an important educational resource through its 
efforts to mentor medical students of Tamil origin, and the Continuing 
Medical Education seminars it offers in the United States and India.
  Madam Speaker, I want to recognize and commend the American Tamil 
Medical Association for the contributions its members make to improve 
public health around the world.

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