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.
The systems are shifting. The stakes are high.
During the Global Black Economic Forum at @EssenceFest, NMA President-Elect Roger Mitchell, Jr., MD will be joining powerful voices to chart the course for justice and health equity.
🗓️ Today at 1PM – Criminal Justice
🗓️ Tomorrow at 2:30PM – Health Equity
➡️ Join us and contribute to the conversation.
🎥 Live stream: gbef.com | https://www.youtube.com/@globalblackeconomicforum
#GBEF #EssenceFest #HealthEquity #CriminalJustice #BlackExcellence #NMAVoices
The National Medical Association is deeply concerned following today’s passage of President Donald Trump’s new tax bill in the U.S. House of Representatives. This legislation threatens to strip health care coverage from millions by slashing Medicaid and weakening safety net programs.
The NMA remains steadfast in fighting for equitable, quality health care for every American. This fight is not over. We call on all medical professionals and advocates to stand with us.
READ MORE HERE: https://bitl.to/4nNr
#HealthCareForAll #MedicaidMatters #NMAStrong #HealthEquity #StopTheCuts
🚨 BREAKING: The Senate has passed a bill slashing $1 trillion from Medicaid, jeopardizing care for millions of Americans.
Dr. Virginia Caine, 125th President of the NMA, calls this a direct threat to vulnerable communities, rural hospitals, and the foundation of our health care system.
“Medicaid isn’t just a program, it’s a lifeline for children, seniors, people with disabilities, and low-income families. These cuts will devastate access to care and drive up costs.”
The NMA strongly opposes these unprecedented cuts and urges policymakers to protect Medicaid and the people it serves. Listen in as Dr. Caine speaks out on these cuts.
#SaveMedicaid #HealthEquity #NMAVoice #MedicaidMatters #RuralHealthCrisis
Black Doctors Hour | State of the People POWER Tour
Join members of the National Medical Association for a powerful conversation during the State of the People Marathon on July 2nd at 10 AM EST / 7 AM PST.
Featuring:
• Dr. Roger Mitchell
• Dr. Carole Guy
• Dr. Maurice Sholas
• Dr. Yolanda Lawson
• Dr. Priscilla Mpasi
These distinguished physicians and thought leaders will be speaking during the “Black Doctors Hour”, addressing urgent issues in Black health and policy.
Register at:
• stateoftheppl.com
#StateOfThePeople #NMA #Leadership
We’re proud to announce that Roger A. Mitchell, Jr., MD, President-Elect of the National Medical Association and President of Howard University Hospital, will be a featured speaker at the inaugural Health Equity Summit hosted by the NAACP Center for Health Equity!
Date: Saturday, July 12, 2025
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Charlotte, NC
The Summit will spotlight the NAACP Center for Health Equity’s four strategic pillars and advance bold conversations around solutions to health disparities, informed by community voices and emerging best practices.
Join us as Dr. Mitchell helps lead this critical dialogue on the political determinants of health and shaping policy to protect and promote the well-being of Black communities and all who thrive through equity.
🔗 NAACP.ORG/CONVENTION
#NAACPConvention #HealthEquity #NMA #DrRogerMitchell #UrgencyOfNow #EquityInAction
Join a community of over 50,000 dedicated African American physicians and professionals committed to making a positive impact on healthcare. Discover the benefits of NMA membership, access professional development opportunities, and become a part of a network dedicated to advancing health equity.
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