News & Press Releases
CCMS Media Contact: April Donahue, Executive Director, 239-435-7727

CCMS Executive Director to Manage Two Additional County Medical Societies
While retaining her role at CCMS, April Donahue, Executive Director, now also serves as Managing Director at the Miami-Dade County Medical Association and Broward County Medical Association.

CCMS Installs 68th President and New Board of Directors
Dr. Jose Baez began his one-year term as the 68th CCMS board president at the Medical Society’s 2025 Annual Meeting, June 14th at Arthrex One Conference Center.

Foundation of CCMS Announces 2025 Lascheid Memorial Scholarship Recipient
Michael Grossi, a valedictorian at Marco Island Academy and in the class of 2027 at FSU College of Medicine, will receive the $15,000 award recognizing future physicians who have demonstrated excellence in community service.

CCMS to Recognize Local Physician Leaders at Annual Dinner
The CCMS 2025 Annual Meeting & Installation on June 14th features the inauguration of the new CCMS President, Dr. Jose Baez; the presentation of the Physician of the Year Award to Dr. Rolando Rivera; and the CCMS Lifetime Achievement Award to Dr. Robert Tober.

Inaugural South Florida Women Physicians Retreat Welcomes nearly 90 Attendees to Naples
CCMS recently co-hosted the first-ever South Florida Women Physicians Retreat at the Hyatt House Naples on May 2-3.

CCMS names Dr. Rolando Rivera 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.

CCMS Empowers Community at Successful Women’s Health Forum
Approximately 300 participants at the Forum – “Take Control of Your Health and Wellness” – enjoyed educational talks from CCMS member physicians and an exhibit hall with 20 vendors,, while raising money for the Foundation of CCMS.

CCMS to Honor Dr. Robert Tober with Lifetime Achievement Award
This award honors a CCMS member who deserves special recognition for making outstanding contributions to the practice of medicine, displaying dedication, commitment, leadership, and excellence spanning their professional career and aligning with the CCMS mission.

CCMS Hosts the 16th Annual Women’s Health Forum
The 16th Annual Women’s Health Forum, a free health education event, is set to take place on Saturday, April 5th at Naples United Church of Christ.

Dr. Kiran Gill Joins Foundation of CCMS Board of Directors
The Foundation of CCMS is pleased to announce the appointment of Kiran Gill, MD to a three-year term on the Foundation Board of Directors.