James O. Royder, DO Endowed Scholarship

The James O. Royder, DO Endowed Scholarship was established in 1994 by former faculty member, James O Royder, D.O, FAAO, in honor and support of advancing the osteopathic philosophy and practice of health care in the state of Texas. Dr. Royder began his distinguished career after graduating from the Kansas City College of Osteopathic Medicine. In 1966, he opened an obstetrics/gynecology practice. Dr. Royder’s compassion and understanding of pain grew following a serious plane crash while on a medical mission’s trip to Mexico. He decided to change from OB/GYN to general practice and taught manipulative medicine for 5 years at TCOM. In 1981, after he had served with the Naval Reserves for several years, Dr. Royder enlisted for active duty and served 11 years in the Navy. He established the Navy’s first comprehensive pain treatment center in the Philippines during his service, was a regimented surgeon with the Marines, then worked in a navy fleet hospital in the Persian Gulf War.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Pursuing a degree in Osteopathic Medicine
  • Must be a second-year TCOM student
  • Must be in good academic standing
  • Must answer the supplemental questions below -
    What is your awareness and understanding of the professional and social roles of Osteopathic medicine in American Health Care?

Recipient must maintain the above requirements to receive the spring scholarship. Failure to do so could result in a loss of scholarship benefits.

Donor
James O. Royder, D.O. FAAO Scholarship
Award
$1,000
Anticipated Total

Anticipated total amount over the full term of this award.

$2,000.00

College/Department
Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine
Deadline
05/15/2024
Supplemental Questions
  1. What is your awareness and understanding of the professional and social roles of Osteopathic medicine in American Health Care?