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Parent Advisory Board

Sugantha Sundar, M.D.

Dr. Sugantha Sundar is currently a physician specializing in Anesthesiology at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School. Sugantha and her husband Eswar have an eleven year old son-Srinath. Sugantha is an outstanding teacher at Harvard Medical School and has won many awards. She is currently Program Director for the Cardiac Anesthesia fellowship program. Sugantha has tirelessly advocated for her son and is an excellent negotiator. Sugantha is also actively involved with the activities of Pack and Troop 222 The vast majority of boys in these scout units are in the autism spectrum. Pack 222 provides highly structured programs and field visits, the assistance of teacher's aides during den meetings and perhaps most importantly an environment of tolerance and acceptance.

July 8, 2009
AHEF is Featured in Exceptional Parent Magazine

In the May issue of Exceptional Parent, Lorraine Cancro talks with founder Vanda Khadem about the educational challenges faced by individuals with autism the Foundation's mission.

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February 11, 2009
Music Program: First Semester Report (Video)
Music Program: First Semester Report (Video)

Take a glimpse into how the inaugural semester of our music program is going.

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September 23, 2008
Commonwealth Journal Interview

Commonwealth Journal (WUMB FM radio in Boston) interviewed Foundation President and Founder Vanda Marie Khadem, Esq. The interview aired on September 21, 2008 to 33 syndicated stations.

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June 18, 2008
Music Program Video
Music Program Video

Watch a 5-minute video about our ground-breaking music education program for students on the Autism Spectrum.

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