Centennial, Colorado Mar 28, 2023 (Issuewire.com) - Applications are now being accepted for the Dr. Louis Hampers Scholarship, an award founded by Lou Hampers, a renowned medical professional and educator who devotes his life to enhancing the medical field. This scholarship will be presented to one deserving student who is studying medicine and is committed to making a positive impact on the field.

The scholarship will be awarded to the best essay submitted in our essay competition. The competition is open to all students who are currently enrolled in a United States university and are studying medicine, as well as high school students who plan to attend university for a medical degree. The essay must be creative, under 1,000 words, and answer the following question: "What is a problem in the medical field, and how would you use your medical degree to help resolve it?"  The scholarship recipient will receive a one-time award of $1,000. The deadline for submitting an application for the scholarship is June 15, 2023. The winner of the scholarship will be announced on July 15, 2023.

Lou Hampers is an esteemed medical professional and educator who made significant contributions to the field of medicine. He received his Bachelor's degree from Dartmouth College in 1987 and later obtained dual degrees, a Medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and a Business Administration degree from the Wharton School. Dr. Hampers completed his residency in Pediatrics at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and completed his sub-specialty training in Pediatric Emergency Medicine at Childrens Memorial Hospital in Chicago.  Dr. Hampers served as a Medical Officer at the Presbyterian Church of East Africa Chogoria Hospital in 1995 for one year, which was situated in Kenya. Following his sub-specialty training in Chicago, Dr. Hampers joined the faculty at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. He became an Associate Professor in 2007 and served in various roles, including Medical Director of the Emergency Department at the Childrens Hospital of Colorado and Section Head of the Section of Pediatric Emergency Medicine.

The Dr. Louis Hampers Scholarship was created by Lou Hampers to support future generations of medical professionals who aspire to make a positive impact in the field of medicine. By providing financial assistance to qualified applicants, the scholarship committee aims to inspire and motivate students to pursue their career goals, and to encourage them to reach their full potential.  The Dr. Louis Hampers Scholarship is a prestigious award that recognizes the hard work and dedication of aspiring doctors.

If you are interested in applying for the Lou Hampers scholarship fund, please visit the official website at drlouishampersscholarship.com for more information on eligibility criteria and application procedures. The scholarship committee looks forward to receiving your application and learning more about your passion for medicine and your commitment to improving healthcare.