Clayton Smith: Vernie A. Stembridge Scholarship Award in Pathology
An undergraduate course in histology impacted Dr. Clayton Smith so much that he began leaning toward pathology during his gap years and solidified his interest after starting medical school.
His fascination with determining disease causes by studying tissues and cells matched his skill set, and he felt most satisfied when able to provide a definitive diagnosis via pathology.
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About the award: The award was established by friends and colleagues of Dr. Stembridge, a former Chair of Pathology, who died in 2000. The $1,500 award is given to a fourth-year medical student entering the field of pathology who has exhibited exemplary academic performance.