Dr. Maurice Sholas is the Principal for Sholas Medical Consulting, LLC. In this capacity, he solves operational challenges for clinicians, hospitals and health care agencies. In addition, he is a subject matter expert on children with special health care needs. He has served as a Senior Medical Director for multiple Children’s Hospitals and founded multiple programs in Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine over the years. He currently cares for pediatric patients with physical disabilities at Ochsner Healthcare in New Orleans. Dr. Sholas’ work, whether clinical or administrative, is focused on optimizing function and advocating for the marginalized.
Dr. Sholas was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He has traveled the country gathering the educational tools needed for a career of service. For college, he attended Southern University (Baton Rouge), majoring in Biology with an emphasis in Spanish. This foundation allowed a smooth transition to the MD-PhD Program at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Sholas completed Residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) at the Long School of Medicine in San Antonio. Lastly, he completed subspecialty training at Northwestern University’s top rated Shirley Ryan Ability Lab in Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine. Concurrent with decades of clinical practice, Dr. Sholas founded Sholas Medical Consulting, LLC and became culturally embedded in New Orleans through volunteer work, philanthropy and membership in the Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club, Inc. and the Krewe of King Arthur.
Dr. Sholas’ pursuit of intellectual achievement is matched only by his pursuit of advocacy. He feels strongly that every segment of the population has a contribution to make. He is a 2020 Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Clinical Scholar and a two-term Chair of the Board for the National Medical Association. Only through advocacy and inclusion can the many voices be heard, consensus reached, and true democracy flourish. He embodies the belief that being a good citizen is a prerequisite to being a great physician executive.
🚨 FINAL DAY ALERT 🚨
Don't miss your chance to SAVE! Early bird registration for the 2025 NMA Annual Convention & Scientific Assembly ends TOMORROW, May 9!
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📍 Convention Dates: July 19–23, 2025 | Chicago, IL
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📣 Join Dr. Virginia Caine, NMA 125th President, tomorrow, May 8, at 2pm ET for a webinar to discuss new research from BRG that reveals Medicare Advantage is delivering meaningful improvements in health outcomes for seniors—including among Black, Hispanic, and Asian American and Pacific Islander beneficiaries.
Dr. Virginia Caine, BRG, BMA leadership, and Dr. Elena Rios, of the National Hispanic Health Foundation will speak to key findings and what they mean for minority health outcomes, access to care, and shared advocacy goals moving forward.
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🎉 Don’t Miss These Signature ANMA Events During #NMA2025 Convention in Chicago! 🎉
The Auxiliary to the National Medical Association (ANMA) invites you to three unforgettable experiences happening during the 2025 NMA Annual Convention & Scientific Assembly:
⛳ July 18 – Velva S. Clark & Judge Morris Overstreet Memorial Golf Event
Tee off for a great cause at Harborside International Golf Center! Sponsorships and player packages available.
🕊️ July 20 – Prayer Breakfast & Memorial Service
Begin your Sunday with a moving tribute and moment of reflection at the Chicago Hilton.
💃🏾 July 21 – Stepping in the Name of Scholarship & FUNdraising Luncheon
Learn to step, enjoy a lively afternoon, and support scholarships for future medical and nursing students.
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