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Scholarships and Fellowships from the Rho Chi Society

Anthony Perrone, MD, practices plastic surgery at MaineGeneral Medical Center, where he serves as chief of plastic surgery. Dr. Perrone focused on pharmacy while working toward his MD. Though he has turned his attention to surgery, Anthony Perrone, MD, remains a member of the Rho Chi Society, pharmacy's academic honor society.  The Rho Chi Society is open only to dedicated students and professionals in the field of pharmacy. The organization recognizes exceptional commitment to academic and professional pursuits within the specialty and uses its resources to stimulate advancements in the pharmaceutical profession.  To facilitate scholastic achievement and support research, the Rho Chi Society makes scholarships and fellowships available to qualifying members. Each year, one graduate student is selected for the Rho Chi AFPE (American Foundation for Pharmaceutical Education) First-Year Graduate Fellowship, which carries a $7,500 cash award.  The similar Clinical Research Project i

Camp Sunshine Welcomes Third-Party Events to Benefit Child Patients

  Plastic surgeon Anthony Perrone, MD, is chief plastic surgeon for the Department of Surgery at the Maine General Medical Center, with board certifications from the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy. Anthony Perrone, MD, also supports Camp Sunshine, a retreat for children with life-threatening illnesses and their families. Camp Sunshine allows members of the public like Dr. Anthony Perrone to host their own special events. Hosted by volunteers, families, and other external individuals, third-party special events benefit Camp Sunshine and its operations through fundraising and awareness efforts. Those interested in planning a special event may receive some assistance from the camp’s development team, including access to a thorough event hosting guide. The guide offers a step-by-step outline to event hosting and covers best practices and acceptable fundraising methods. Possible special events range from golf tournaments