News & Press Releases
CCMS Media Contact: April Donahue, Executive Director, 239-435-7727
CCMS Member Post-Hurricane Resources Directory
We are thinking of all who might be affected by this year’s hurricanes. Review these resources for local, state, and federal programs to assist in recovery efforts.
CCMS Announces First Men’s Health Forum
The inaugural CCMS Men’s Health Forum is Saturday, October 19, 8:30 am – 12:30 pm at the Telford Building Auditorium, NCH Downtown. The event is free and open to the public.
CCMS Takes Action to Prevent Physician Suicide
National Physician Suicide Awareness Day on September 17 is a reminder and a call to action, so that physicians’ struggles don’t become mental health emergencies.
Foundation of CCMS Invites “Docs & Duffers” to Golf
Space is still available at the Foundation of CCMS “Docs & Duffers” charity golf tournament at Bonita Bay Club in Bonita Springs, Oct. 5th at 12pm.
Foundation of CCMS 2024 Healthcare Scholarship Winners
Healthcare students Julianna Gregory, Sophie Tillotson, Mildred Hinojosa, Reese Davids, and Emma Mastro each will receive a scholarship ranging from $2,500 to $6,500.
CCMS Installs 67th President and New Board of Directors
Dr. Zubin Pachori began his one-year term as the 67th CCMS board president at the Medical Society’s 2024 Annual Meeting, June 15th at Arthrex One Conference Center.
Foundation Announces Dr. William and Nancy Lascheid Memorial Scholarship Recipient
The Foundation of CCMS is thrilled to announce that Mariela Vega, an Immokalee H.S. graduate in the class of 2027 at Florida State Univ. College of Medicine, is the recipient of the 2024 Dr. William and Nancy Lascheid Memorial Scholarship for Medical Students.
CCMS to Present President’s Awards at Annual Meeting
Drs. Erik Hiester, Nena Korunda, and Rebecca Smith will be recognized on June 15th for their efforts in reviving the Physicians’ Community Talent Show.
CCMS names Dr. Corey Howard Physician of the Year
Collier County Medical Society (CCMS) is pleased to announce that Corey Howard, M.D. is the recipient of the 10th Annual CCMS Physician of the Year Award. This award honors a CCMS member who deserves special recognition for exemplary contributions to the practice of...
15th Annual Women’s Health Forum a Resounding Success
More than 300 participants at this popular event enjoyed breakout sessions with educational talks from 23 CCMS member physicians and an exhibit hall with 24 vendors, while raising $6,550 for the Foundation of CCMS.