Since 1991, the Mary Susan Moore Medical Society (MSMMS) has championed medical excellence, mentorship, and educational opportunities for African-American female physicians throughout the Greater Houston–Galveston area. MSMMS is celebrating 35 years of service, leadership, and commitment to advancing healthcare and supporting the next generation of physicians. Originally founded as the Association of Black Women Physicians–Houston, the organization was established by visionary African-American female physicians seeking to create a community rooted in sisterhood, healthcare advocacy, and professional support. In 1997, the organization was renamed in honor of Dr. Mary Susan Moore, the first African-American female physician to practice medicine in Texas.

A Legacy of Courage and Excellence

Born in 1865, Dr. Moore earned her medical degree in 1898 from what is now Meharry Medical College. In 1903, she and her husband established Hubbard Sanitarium, a 40-bed hospital in Galveston dedicated to serving African-American patients.

Despite significant discrimination and opposition, Dr. Moore persevered, leaving a legacy of resilience, leadership, and commitment to equitable healthcare that continues to inspire our mission.

Investing in Future Physicians

Today, MSMMS honors her legacy by providing scholarships, mentorship, and professional support to aspiring physicians.

We proudly support medical students and physicians in training at six medical schools and programs:

Baylor College of Medicine
McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston
University of Houston Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine
UTMB John Sealy School of Medicine
Sam Houston State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Texas A&M Engineering Medicine (EnMed)

Through generous donations, MSMMS has awarded more than $100,000 in scholarships, including $30,000 annually over the past two years. In 2026 alone, we awarded ten $3,000 scholarships!

Why Your Support Matters

African-American women represent fewer than 3% of physicians nationwide. Rising medical education costs and federal student loan limitations create additional financial barriers for aspiring physicians.

Our goal is to triple our annual scholarship funding to $90,000 and ultimately be able to increase individual scholarships to a minimum of $5,000 per recipient.

We believe financial circumstances should never determine who has the opportunity to become a physician.

Boots & Brims: A Celebration with a Purpose

In March 2027, MSMMS will host Boots & Brims, our Houston Rodeo Fundraiser, bringing together friends, families, community members, business professionals, healthcare advocates, physicians, and supporters from all walks of life for a memorable celebration of philanthropy, fellowship, and purpose.

Everyone is welcome! Whether you work in healthcare or simply believe in the power of education and opportunity, this event offers a meaningful way to make a difference. More than a celebration, Boots & Brims is an opportunity for our entire community to honor the past while investing in the future of medicine.

Be Part of the Legacy

Your donation is more than a financial contribution. It is an investment in a future physician and the countless patients and communities they will serve. Every gift brings us closer to expanding scholarship opportunities and continuing Dr. Moore’s extraordinary legacy.

Give today. Support a future physician. Be part of the legacy.

Interested in Becoming an Event Sponsor?

We welcome partnerships with businesses, corporations, organizations, and individuals who share our commitment to supporting the next generation of physicians.

For sponsorship opportunities, please email info@marysusanmooremedicalsociety.org.

Mary Susan Moore Medical Society | Established 1991 | 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization

Mary Susan Moore Medical Society presents: Boots & Brims | 2027 Houston Rodeo Fundraiser

Help us raise $90,000 in scholarship funding to support the next generation of physicians and continue a legacy of medical excellence established in 1991