Methodist University Unveils Dr. Frank P. Stout Physician Assistant Complex

FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. – In a special ceremony held on June 8, 2023, Methodist University officially renamed two of its prominent buildings in recognition of the late Dr. Frank P. Stout. The campus area that includes the University’s Physician Assistant Academic Building and Medical Lecture Hall will now be known as the Dr. Frank P. Stout Physician Assistant Complex. The renaming follows a generous $1.5-million gift from the Stout family in honor of Dr. Stout, who passed away in 2021.

Methodist University President Stanley T. Wearden expressed his appreciation for the Stout family’s contribution during the ceremony, which was attended by Dr. Stout’s wife, Carol, his son Cam, daughter-in-law Kelly, and grandchildren Craver and Cameron. President Wearden acknowledged Dr. Stout’s longstanding friendship and support for the university and praised the family’s generosity in establishing the new complex in his memory.

Dr. Frank P. Stout, a lifelong resident of Fayetteville, made significant contributions to the community through his orthodontic practice and involvement in real estate development. He was recognized as Methodist University’s Businessman of the Year in 2007 and served on the university’s Board of Trustees. Dr. Stout’s commitment to the health and well-being of the community and his passion for Methodist University inspired the decision to name the Physician Assistant Complex after him.

The Dr. Frank P. Stout Physician Assistant Complex consists of the Physician Assistant Academic Building, which includes classrooms, simulation exam rooms, a student lounge, and faculty/administrative offices, and the Medical Lecture Hall, featuring a lecture hall and breakout rooms. Both buildings are located on the southernmost edge of Methodist University’s campus along Ramsey Street, near the Joe W. Stout Hall, named after Dr. Stout’s father, which was constructed in 1996 with a previous gift from the Stout family.

The Stout family’s recent contribution will have a significant impact on the Methodist University campus, highlighting the success of the Physician Assistant Studies program. Established in 1996, the program has produced over 500 graduates, with more than half entering primary care medicine. It offers small class sizes, strong support from the medical community, and a competitive Physician Assistant National Certifying Exam (PANCE) pass rate.

Methodist University’s commitment to honoring the legacy of Dr. Frank P. Stout reflects the institution’s dedication to academic excellence and its deep appreciation for the contributions of individuals who have shaped its history. The renaming of the buildings stands as a lasting tribute to Dr. Stout’s significant impact on both the university and the Fayetteville community.

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