CCMS Mission:
Serve the needs of our physician members so they can better serve the needs of the community
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News Briefs, Member Notices, Events, Member Spotlights
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Collier Named Healthiest Place in Florida: "Collier County ranked No. 1 in Florida for
SmartAsset’s “America’s Healthiest Places” list. To help find the healthiest places in Florida, SmartAsset analyzed three metrics, including length of life, health behaviors and healthcare access. -
Gulfshore Business
Braden Hospital could break ground in Ave Maria sometime (this) year: “The state Agency for Health Care Administration (has) approved the license application. ‘We hope to begin construction sometime next year and we expect 24 to 30 months for construction,’ Dan Dix, general manager of the affiliated Braden Clinic, said (...)". -
Naples Daily News
How Congress' surprise billing compromise fell short: "A bipartisan, bicameral proposal with White House support on how to protect patients from out-of-network charges at in-network facilities ultimately failed after months of debate." -
Modern Healthcare
Report: Florida Drops From 29th Healthiest State To 33rd: “A new
report shows Florida's health ranking has dropped from 29th to 33rd, making it the second-largest drop nationally, especially in terms of terms of health behaviors, the environment, public health policies and clinical care." -
Health News Florida
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FMA's Medical License Renewal Guide: Is your Florida medical license set to expire on Jan. 31? Read the
FMA’s license renewal guide, which has been updated for 2020 and is full of information that will help you avoid delays, determine your eligibility for CME benefits, and find all your options for reporting CME credits to CE Broker.
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Only 5 Exhibit Spots Left! Join CCMS & our Foundation at the 12th Annual Women's Health Forum - “Hot Topics in Wellness: Mind & Body,” February 22nd at Naples United Church of Christ from 8:30am-1pm. The event is free and open to the public and features presentations from CCMS member physicians, vendor exhibits, and refreshment breaks. See our
Exhibitor/Sponsor form for details.
Attendee registration is also now open.
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Confidential, cost-free counseling sessions with the CCMS Physician Wellness Program are open to all CCMS physician members. Learn more at
ccmsonline.org/physician-wellness.
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Wednesday, January 22, 6:00PM, The Club at Mediterra
Free for CCMS physician members, prospective members, and one guest each.
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Friday, February 7, 11:00AM, Royal Poinciana Golf Club
Exclusive Fashion Show Fundraiser featuring couture by Anne Fontaine and John Craig to benefit the CCMSA Scholarship Fund. Individual ticket: $125.00. Table of 8: $900.00.
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Thursday, February 27, 6:00PM, Bone Hook Brewery
Free for CCMS physician members, prospective members, and one guest each. Brief tour of the brewery production facilities will be available for those who are interested.
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Partner Events:
Free CEU seminars for medical practices presented in office. For more information contact
Alison Boyle, CVA or call (239) 470-7799.
State-mandated CME live FMA event:, Jan. 18,
Take mandatory CME live at the Hilton Orlando or via livestream. Prevention of Medical Errors, 2 credits, Human Trafficking, 1 credit.
Free for FMA Members. Non-members: $325-$350. Questions? Contact the
Education Department
or call (800) 762-0233.
Register
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Online courses
also available for mandatory CME.
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CCMS Member Spotlights
Email
your news to CCMS to be included in the next issue
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Dr. Kurtis Biggs was featured in the
Naples Illustrated article "Bend the Knee" (online pg. #136).
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April Donahue, CCMS Executive Director, has been selected by
Naples Illustrated "The Naples 100" which recognizes Collier County's most influential business leaders (online pg. #28).
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Dr. Glenn Flanagan authored the
Life in Naples article "Stem Cells, PRP, And Regenerative Medicine" (online pg. #44).
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Dr. Svetlana Kogan contributed an article “Saying ‘No’ to sleeping pills” to
Life in Naples (online pg. #34).
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Dr. Brian Wallace authored the
Life in Naples article "ECLIPSE: the future is here" (online pg. #96).
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Seeking Primary Care Provider: Currently seeking primary care provider in Naples. Employed position. Minimum five years’ experience and focus in women’s health. Menopause certified or fellowship trained women’s health clinician preferred. Ms.Medicine is a national organization improving the level of care for women through our innovative concierge primary care model. Visit
msmedicine.com/careers.
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Volunteers needed: Seeking healthcare professionals willing to judge competitive events at Health Occupations Students of America's (HOSA) Sunset Regional Competition. The event will be held at Estero High School on Jan. 25th 7AM-2PM. If interested, please email
Christina Chirco or call 239-377-1432.
More Info.
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Seeking Healthcare Provider Guest Speakers: The FSU College of Medicine medical outreach program (SSTRIDE) at Immokalee High School for select, high-achieving students interested in a future in the healthcare field is seeking physician presenters to speak on careers in medicine to 9th, 10th, and 11th grade classes Nov.-Jan. If interested, please email:
Melanie Yurewitch, B.A or call (239) 658-3121.
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Physician Office Share with staff: Available in North Naples. Flexible terms, Great building, Great location! Call Jeremy for details! (239) 898-3836.
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Professional/Medical Office Space for Lease: Available Immediately. Centrally located at Pine Ridge and 41, 5185 Castello Drive Naples 34103. Spacious and bright with balcony in an office suite with a reception and waiting room. Tastefully furnished with all office amenities and services. For more information, call (239) 263-0966.
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CCMS Circle of Friends Preferred Vendors
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COLLIER COUNTY MEDICAL SOCIETY
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