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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 is Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Baylor College of Medicine, where she leads the task force for promoting equity in cancer trials. She leads DEI programs for several scientific organizations.[4] Rouce serves on the Board of Directors of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.[4]

Community engagement

Rouce leads a weekend science program at Baylor, 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]

Selected Publications


References

  1. ^ a b Phifer, Andy (February 3, 2021). "'Swag worthy' doctor splits time between patients, rap music". Baylor College of Medicine. Retrieved 4 September 2024.
  2. ^ "Inspiring Lyrics Help Fight Childhood Cancer". American Society of Hematology. Retrieved 5 September 2024.
  3. ^ a b "Interview With 2016 ASH-AMFDP Recipient Rayne H. Rouce, MD". American Society of Hematology. June 28, 2016. Retrieved 4 September 2024.
  4. ^ a b "The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Welcomes Five Members to its Board of Directors". Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. July 1, 2024. Retrieved 5 September 2024.
  5. ^ Bagley, Allison (May 10, 2018). "Physician Rayne Rouce activated social network to rescue families, gather donations". Houston Chronicle. Retrieved 4 September 2024.