About Patiala Health Foundation
Our History
Patiala Health Foundation was initially discussed in an alumni meeting in 2002 taken place in New York City. Dr. Swarn Gupta, Dr. Harish Sood, Dr. Ravinder Sing and Dr. Birjinder Singh Kochner wanted to create a health care organization. This inspired the concept and creation of the Patiala Health Foundation. In 2005, Dr. Amrik Chattha and Dr. Jaswinder Chattha registered the organization in West Virginia. Weirton, West Virginia was the main head quarter run by Dr. Birjinder Singh Kochher and Monarama Kochher as the treasurer. This was the start of the great movment.
Our Misson
Fundraising campaigns started door to door from city to city. Many doctors throughout the United States participated in the campaign. This includes Dr. Amrik S. Chattha, Dr. Jaswinder Chattha, Dr. Harish Sood, Dr. Jagwinder S. Sraow, Dr. Gurinder S. Grewal, Dr. Ranbir Singh, Dr. Damanjit Yakhmi, Urmila Bassi and Singh Grewal. After several years and rejections, the government of India approved the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) for the organization. Once they received approval, they were able to start achieving their goal of upgrading medical facilities (including Rajindra Hospital) and providing free medications to those in need.
Our Achievements
- Upgrading medical equipment to state of the art.
- Provide free medication to emergency rooms and intensive care units.
- Provide necessary processes including standalone oxygen plant, rest areas for attendants, cold drinking water fountains, bathrooms, biowaste disposal, air conditioning in emergency rooms, garbage bins, wheelchairs and much more.
- Worked with Malhotra Trust, Red Cross, Rotary International and other organizations to provide the best care for patients.
- Provided student scholarships and financial aid to pay for tuition and other expenses.