Founded in 1991, MSMMS is dedicated to health education, advocacy, and the professional development of Black female physicians. Our namesake, Dr. Mary Susan Moore, was the first African American woman to practice medicine in Texas. Her pioneering spirit of excellence, courage, and perseverance continues to guide our mission today. One of our core initiatives is scholarship fundraising, helping to address the financial burden faced by Black women pursuing careers in medicine. With Black women making up less than 3% of physicians and the average medical graduate facing over $250,000 in student loan debt, our mission is more critical than ever. Since our founding, we have awarded hundreds of thousands of dollars in scholarships. In 2024 alone, we distributed nearly $40,000 to seven medical students and two residents from prestigious institutions such as Baylor College of Medicine, The University of Texas Health Houston McGovern Medical School, Sam Houston State College of Osteopathic Medicine, and others. Many of our past scholarship recipients are now practicing in the Houston-Galveston medical community, addressing health disparities and transforming lives.

For 2025, we aim to raise over $30,000 to expand our scholarship reach and provide even greater financial relief to deserving students. As you know, today’s medical students of color face tremendous headwinds to financial support! Your sponsorship can help us achieve this goal and positively impact the future of Black women in medicine. Your financial contribution or resource support will empower MSMMS to continue its mission of advancing health equity through the development of future African American female physicians. Every dollar counts in making a lasting difference.

2025 Scholarship Awards Brunch

Celebrating and Supporting Houston's Black Women in Medicine