Education Donation Opportunities

Mission Statement for Education: The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology will be a leader among the departments of the College of Medicine and nationally for education in all areas of women’s health, inspiring scholars, trainees, and students through evidence-based learning and with innovative programs while incorporating cultural awareness and humility in all we do.

The Sameer Abu-Rustum Education Fund was created in loving memory of Dr. Sameer E. Abu-Rustum. It was established by University of Florida graduates Bruce Schafer, who earned a master of science in civil engineering in 1991, and his wife, Rana Ayoub Schafer, a triple-Gator with a bachelor’s and master’s in computer and information science, as well as a master of education in computer and information science, in 1986, 1988 and 1991. 

This fund helps support a visiting professor to promote understanding of issues in women’s health and advocacy for women.

This fund is an annual award given to a rising 4th year medical student who exemplifies Dr. Bennett’s devotion to teaching in the area of women’s health.