Purpose

To promote a rewarding career for those pursuing a medical degree specializing in Family Medicine. Institutions may include four-year universities and medical schools.

Background

The deSaussure “deS” P. Moore, III, MD Scholarship Endowment was established in 2023 in memory of deS Moore, III. deS knew from a very young age that he would become a physician. After graduating from Hopewell High School in 1968, deS found himself at Duke University where he graduated Cum Laude in Pre-Med. He attended The Medical College of Virginia (VCU) to continue his studies in Family Practice. deS returned to Hopewell after a residency at Chippenham Family Practice to join the practice of Moore, Miller and Weathington. During a brief period, deS left the practice to work in emergency medicine at John Randolph Medical Center (TriCities Hospital). However, his heart was drawn back to helping families in the outpatient setting. deS had a true passion for caring for his patients from pediatrics to geriatrics. Although his work was cut short by a variety of illnesses, he never stopped learning about medicine.

Through the creation of this scholarship fund, Dr. deS Moore’s legacy of caring for families will continue by assisting local youth who are seeking a medical degree with an emphasis on Family Medicine.

Policy

The scholarship program is available to seniors or graduates, who are also residents of the following localities: Hopewell, Prince George, Colonial Heights, Petersburg, Fort Lee, Dinwiddie, Sussex, Surry, Chesterfield (South of Rt. 288 and East of Ironbridge Road), Charles City and Varina (Southeast Henrico, south of I-64). Student interns working for John Randolph Foundation are eligible to apply; however, foundation trustees, other foundation employees and their immediate families (parents, spouses, brothers, sisters, and anyone claimed as a dependent for tax purposes) are not eligible to apply.

• Be attending or express an interest in attending medical school with the intent to become a Family Practice Physician.
• Submit a completed John Randolph Foundation Scholarship Application ONLINE to include the required documents which must be uploaded with the application.
• Must have a G.P.A. of 3.5 or higher.
• Provide verification of financial need by completing the FAFSA Application
• Demonstrate active participation in the community.