The American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) and the APMA Educational Foundation have announced the recipient of the 2023–2024 APMA–PICA full-tuition scholarship: Valentina Clinton, a remarkable student from Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine, Class of 2025. This coveted scholarship, valued at $45,000, recognizes exceptional promise in the field of podiatry and celebrates the outstanding accomplishments of young individuals.

Valentina Clinton’s selection as the scholarship winner is a testament to her dedication, excellence, and commitment to podiatric medicine. The APMA Education Foundation Scholarship Committee undertook an exhaustive review of nominees, focusing on criteria such as financial need, academic brilliance, community service, research involvement, and peer support. Among the exceptional candidates, Valentina emerged as a standout due to her achievements and potential to shape the future of podiatry.

Valentina’s dedication to professionalism and her forward-looking vision for the field of podiatry further solidified her as a deserving recipient of this prestigious scholarship. Her ideas and passion resonate with the mission of the APMA and the APMA Educational Foundation.

The APMA expressed its gratitude to PICA (Podiatry Insurance Company of America) for its steadfast support and unwavering commitment to advancing podiatric medicine. Through their generosity, PICA has made this scholarship possible for the third consecutive year, enabling young minds like Valentina to pursue their dreams and contribute to the betterment of podiatry.

With her scholarship victory, Valentina has earned not just financial support toward her Barry education but also the recognition of her peers, mentors, and the entire podiatric community. Valentina’s story serves as a reminder that a combination of passion, perseverance, and devotion to service can pave the way for a bright and transformative future.