VCOM 2019 Annual Report

Scholarship Highlights (continued)

F.W. “Sonny”Merryman Jr. Family Endowed Scholarship

“ I intend to be a pediatrician in a rural, underserved community, most likely in my home state of Virginia, in order to provide care to those often overlooked. ” Sabrina Gerlich

Friends to Optometrists Scholarship “ Upon deciding to pursue a career as a physician, I knew I wanted to be able to provide care to rural and underserved populations. I know that as an osteopathic physician, I will be well equipped to educate, manage and treat my patients. ” David Johnson

President’s Scholarship to Recognize Academic Achievement and a Student Who Exemplifies VCOM’s Core Values “ During my time as a volunteer at a clinic my senior year of college, I was constantly shocked by the number of patients who claimed this was their first visit to a doctor. I resolved to come to VCOM and learn how to use my medical skills to attend to underserved communities. ” Marco Cunicelli

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