Rayne Rouce
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Rayne Rouce is an American pediatric hematologist-oncologist, physician scientist, and community leader who has authored over 200 original songs.[1]
Early life and Education
Rouce attended Xavier University of Louisiana, a historically black college and university (HBCU) that has matriculated a record number of Black aspiring physicians to medical school.[2] Rouce earned her medical degree and completed her residency in Pediatrics at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston. She completed her fellowship in pediatric hematology/oncology at Texas Children’s Cancer Center.[3]
Career
Rouce serves on the Board of Directors of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.[4]
Community engagement
Rouce leads a weekend science program at Baylor College of Medicine, rapping her own educational songs as "Rizzo".[1] She spent years volunteering for the Periwinkle Foundation helping children, siblings, and families affected with cancer. She served on a medical mission to Bolivia.[3]
After experiencing Hurricane Katrina while in college and losing her possessions during Hurricane Ike as a medical student in Galveston, Texas, Rouce organized significant relief efforts during both Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Maria.[5]
References
- ^ a b Phifer, Andy (February 3, 2021). "'Swag worthy' doctor splits time between patients, rap music". Baylor College of Medicine. Retrieved 4 September 2024.
- ^ "Inspiring Lyrics Help Fight Childhood Cancer". American Society of Hematology. Retrieved 5 September 2024.
- ^ a b "Interview With 2016 ASH-AMFDP Recipient Rayne H. Rouce, MD". American Society of Hematology. June 28, 2016. Retrieved 4 September 2024.
- ^ "The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Welcomes Five Members to its Board of Directors". Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. July 1, 2024. Retrieved 5 September 2024.
- ^ Bagley, Allison (May 10, 2018). "Physician Rayne Rouce activated social network to rescue families, gather donations". Houston Chronicle. Retrieved 4 September 2024.