News & Press Releases
CCMS Media Contact: April Donahue, Executive Director, 239-435-7727
“Docs & Duffers” Charity Golf Tournament Returns Sep. 26
Space is still available at the Foundation of CCMS “Docs & Duffers” charity golf tournament at Bonita Bay Club in Naples, Sep. 26th at 8am.
Foundation of CCMS Announces Lascheid Scholarship Recipient
Kaitlyn Barnes is the recipient of the Foundation’s 2026 Dr. William and Nancy Lascheid Memorial Scholarship for Medical Students. Ms. Barnes is a graduate of Barron Collier High School in Naples and is in the class of 2028 at Florida State University College of Medicine.
CCMS Installs 69th President and New Board of Directors
Dr. Glenn Groat began his one-year term as the 69th CCMS board president at the Medical Society’s 2026 Annual Meeting, June 20th at Arthrex One Conference Center.
Foundation of CCMS Nursing Scholarship Applications Now Open
Kathy Lampl Bernard Memorial Nursing Scholarship applications are open through June 30th. The new scholarship endowment from the Foundation of CCMS supports aspiring bedside nurses
Dr. Glenn Groat to be Installed as President of CCMS
Dr. Groat will be installed for his one-year term as the 69th President during the CCMS Annual Meeting on June 20 at Arthrex One Conference Center.
Dr. Hermes Koop to be Honored with CCMS Lifetime Achievement Award
This award honors a CCMS member who deserves special recognition for making outstanding contributions to the practice of medicine, and displaying dedication, commitment, leadership, and excellence that spans their professional career and aligns with the CCMS mission. It will be presented at the CCMS Annual Meeting on June 20.
Stronger Tomorrow: Highlights from the 17th Annual Women’s Health Forum
CCMS and its Foundation recently hosted the 17th Annual Women’s Health Forum, themed “Stronger Tomorrow: Women’s Health & Vitality.” This free public health education event also raised nearly $6,500 for scholarships to future healthcare professionals and funding for local healthcare programs in need.
Dr. Rebekah Bernard named CCMS Physician of the Year
This award honors a CCMS member who deserves special recognition for exemplary contributions to the practice of medicine and/or outstanding service to our community. It will be presented at the CCMS 69th Annual Meeting & Installation of Officers on June 20 at Arthrex One Conference Center.
CCMS Hosts the 17th Annual Women’s Health Forum
The 17th Annual Women’s Health Forum, a free health education event, is set to take place on Saturday, April 11, hosted by CCMS and the Foundation of CCMS.
Scholarship Applications for Medical & Healthcare Students Due March 31st
Applications are now open for our 2026 scholarship award programs: the Dr. William and Nancy Lascheid Memorial Scholarship for Medical Students, and the Foundation of CCMS Healthcare Student Scholarships. Due March 31st.