Ortho Dermatologics
Scholarships
Helping patients treated
for dermatologic conditions
achieve their dreams!
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Introducing the 2024 Winners!
Undergraduate
Zoë Broderick
Midlothian, Virginia
Georgetown University
“I am deeply grateful to be selected as a recipient of the 2024 ASPIRE HIGHER Ortho Dermatologics Scholarship. This recognition not only provides vital financial support as I pursue a dual undergraduate degree in Government and Spanish, and ultimately a juris doctor, but also affirms my journey through the challenges of living with eczema. The committee’s belief in my potential reinforces my determination to empower those around me and promote inclusivity.”
Fern Clark
Ada, Michigan
Indiana Wesleyan University
"Winning the ASPIRE HIGHER Scholarship is a blessing. Being a bald young woman without a life-threatening illness is a rarity, and my disease is seldom recognized. This scholarship has greatly alleviated the financial burden of college and is allowing me to finish my first year of nursing school debt free, which will help me pursue my dream of helping others who are going through experiences like mine. I feel so humbled and indescribably honored to receive such a gift."
Thrisha Kalpatthi
Mars, Pennsylvania
Penn State University [BS/MD program affiliated with Thomas Jefferson Medical School]
“I sincerely thank Ortho Dermatologics for awarding me the 2024 ASPIRE HIGHER Scholarship as it is certain to aid me and my family through my undergraduate studies. This Scholarship not only helps me financially, but it also fuels inspiration within myself to become a physician.”
Graduate
Devin Barzallo
Cleveland, Ohio
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
“I am very grateful for the ASPIRE HIGHER Scholarship, which will be immensely helpful during my transition to residency. I am dedicated to a career in health equity and appreciate Ortho Dermatologics' recognition of my efforts in this important field!”
Faradia Kernizan
New Orleans, Louisiana
Tulane University School of Medicine
“This scholarship offsets some of the costs of medical school. It will also allow me to fully immerse myself in learning about medicine, without the constant worry about expenses, and enable me to explore different fields by participating in different away rotations. This scholarship supports the pursuit of my dream to make a significant and positive impact in the field of medicine.”
Sneha Rangu
East Windsor, New Jersey
Albert Einstein College of Medicine
“I am truly grateful and honored to receive the 2024 ASPIRE HIGHER Scholarship. Living with vitiligo has been challenging at times, but it has inspired me to become a pediatric dermatologist. My goal is to integrate patient care with advocacy and research to reduce the stigma of visible skin diseases among pediatric patients. This scholarship will allow me to continue my medical school journey and work towards creating a more inclusive and understanding world for children with skin conditions.”