William Alexander Jackson Ross, Sr., M.D. Scholarship

William Alexander Jackson Ross, Sr., M.D. was a prominent Orthopedic Surgeon in the Oakland/San Francisco Bay Area. He strongly believed in eliminating healthcare disparities among minorities and was a dedicated member of the Sinker Miller Association. Dr. Ross passed away in 2007. In his honor and to continue his legacy, his family is funding this scholarship to assist residents who are in a surgery training program.

  • Applicants must be Black/African American and from the Oakland/San Francisco Bay Area
  • Applicant must be in good standing in an accredited residency surgery program in the country
  • Applicants must plan to pursue their medical career as a physician and live in the Oakland/San Francisco Bay Area
  • Applicants must demonstrate a financial need

Please download the Scholarship Application below for more information and to apply for the Physicians Medical Forum Scholarships.

Application Deadline

  • Application Deadline: Monday, September 23, 2019

Sponsor Levels

President Circle: $20,000

Platinum Sponsors: $15,000

Gold Sponsors: $10,000

Benefactor Sponsors: $5,000

Patron Sponsors: $3,500

Table Sponsors: $2,000

Individual Benefactor Sponsors: $1,000

Individual Patron Sponsors: $750

Ticket(s): $200, $350 or $500 each (depending on level)