THE RODGERS-SAUD SCHOLARSHIP
FOR EMERGING LEADERS IN MEDICINE
Supporting the Next Generation of Leaders in Medicine
The Contra Costa Regional Health Foundation is proud to introduce the Rodgers-Saud Scholarship for Emerging Leaders in Medicine, established to support aspiring and emerging physicians who demonstrate a commitment to serving underserved communities and advancing health equity.
By investing in the next generation of physicians, this scholarship seeks to reduce financial barriers, encourage careers in service to underserved populations, and help build a more equitable and compassionate healthcare system.
Scholarship Opportunity
Award Amount: $2,000
Application Deadline: April 15, 2027
Who Should Apply?
This scholarship is open to:
Family Medicine residents currently training at Contra Costa Health and/or Medical students completing a sub-internship in Contra Costa County, including Contra Costa Health, LifeLong Medical, and John Muir Health.
Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to serving underserved communities and meet at least one additional eligibility criterion, including:
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Socioeconomic disadvantage
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First-generation college or medical student status
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Personal or professional ties to an underserved community
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A history of community service
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Personal obstacles overcome on the path to medicine
How to Apply
Eligible applicants are encouraged to complete the scholarship application and submit all required supporting documentation by April 15, 2027.
Application Instructions:
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Click on DOWNLOAD APPLICATION or use the QR code to download the scholarship application PDF and save it to your computer.
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Open the saved PDF, complete all required fields, and save your completed application.
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Email your completed application, along with all required supporting documentation, to Rodgers.Saud.Scholarship@cchealth.org.
Please note: The application must be downloaded and saved to your computer before completing the form to ensure your responses are properly saved.
Questions?
For additional information about the scholarship or application process, please contact Rodgers.Saud.Scholarship@cchealth.org.
To donate to this scholarship, please click here and choose Rodgers-Saud Scholarship to contribute a tax-deductible donation to medical trainees serving our patient community.