Therapeutic Horseback Riding Available at NTRC

The mission of Naples Therapeutic Riding Center is to improve the lives of children and adults with physical, social, and mental health needs through therapeutic riding and other equine-related programs. Learn more about benefits online.

They have limited availability for new rider’s currently for the first time in years due to a new rider rotation schedule. New rider applications are available on their website and/or you can contact the office directly at (239) 596-2988.

Additionally, thanks to community support, they have scholarships available for those that present a need.

Group Health Insurance for CCMS Members

Established in Marion County in 1981 by physician employers in the private practice of medicine, the MCMS, Inc. Insurance Trust provides CCMS member private practices with comprehensive insurance coverage for physicians, employees, and families. The Trust has recently published a new presentation on the health plan, including new features and important statewide statistics. By participating in the Insurance Trust, CCMS members benefit from large employer economies, flexibility, and stability. Contact CCMS for more details.

Legislative Call to Action

In December, Collier County Commissioners will vote whether to move forward on a critical aspect of the County’s Mental Health Strategic Plan - the expansion of David Lawrence Centers (DLC) with a new Central Receiving Facility (CRF). The CRF will add 102 patient beds to help alleviate the severe shortage of behavioral healthcare beds in our community and provide integration with DLC’s campus. There is some opposition to the CRF, despite the years of work and support from a variety of subject matter experts. We ask for your help to encourage the commissioners to vote yes on this project. Please see resources below or email CCMS for details.

Contact the Commissioners >

Chamber of Commerce Talking Points >

Chamber of Commerce Letter >

Collier County Mental Health and Addiction Services Strategic Plan >

CRF Presentation to Planning Commission >

After Ian: Physician Disaster Relief Funds

The FMA’s Foundation for Healthy Floridians is accepting medical disaster relief grant applications from physicians whose practices were severely damaged or forced to close temporarily because of Hurricane Ian. Applications are due by Jan. 20, 2023. All grant funds will go toward helping physicians reopen their practices so that they can continue serving patients in hurricane-stricken communities.

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Renew Your CCMS/CCMSA Membership Today!

CCMS: The 2023 CCMS dues deadline is Dec. 31, 2022. Members (or their groups) can pay online at ccmsonline.org/membership. Invoices have also been mailed directly to members who pay individually, or to practice administrators for group payment. Members who would like an extension, payment program, or waiver due to Hurricane Ian, please email us or call (239) 435-7727. Thank you for renewing!

CCMS Alliance: CCMSA invites physician spouses and CCMS members to join/renew their membership in the Alliance.

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Renew CCMSA Alliance Membership >

CCMS Member Directory Update/Correction

New Fax Number:

Naples Heart Rhythm Specialists, PA

6376 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 180

Naples, FL 34119

Phone: (239) 263-0849

New fax Number: (833) 917-3581

Who are Your Heroes?

The CCMS member magazine, The Forum, is seeking stories from our members about you and your heroes, whether a hero in your professional career or your personal life, for a future issue's cover story. If interested in participating, please email CCMS with a brief who and why about you and your hero.

Physician Wellness Program



Article of the week: "Stop Physician Burnout - What to do when a patient says thank you"

Confidential, cost-free counseling/coaching sessions with the CCMS Physician Wellness Program (operating via telehealth or in-person during the COVID-19 outbreak) are open to all CCMS physician members. The PWP member-only appointment line is (239) 208-3984.

*Please note that CCMS is extending this program to non-member physicians in the community during Hurricane Ian recovery.



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CCMS The board of directors of the Foundation of Collier County Medical Society (CCMS) announces its latest call for applications for two scholarship award programs: the Dr. William and Nancy Lascheid Memorial Scholarship for Medical Students, and the Foundation of CCMS Healthcare Student Scholarships for students enrolled in or accepted to healthcare degree programs. The deadline for submissions is March 31, 2023.

The Dr. William and Nancy Lascheid Memorial Scholarship for Medical Students honors and remembers Neighborhood Health Clinic co-founders Dr. William and Nancy Lascheid and their legacy of providing care and a medical home for thousands of underserved in Collier County. Along with their many exemplary contributions to the local medical community, Dr. Lascheid was a CCMS Past President, and Mrs. Lascheid

was a CCMS Alliance Past President. Eligible Florida residents enrolled in or accepted to medical school, who have demonstrated excellence in service to their community, may apply.

The Foundation’s Healthcare Student Scholarships offer awards to eligible Florida residents enrolled in or accepted as students in healthcare degree programs, such as nursing, physician assistant, physical therapy, and more. The scholarships are based on academic merit and contributions to the community. Financial need may also be considered.

Applications and requirements are available at ccmsfoundation.org, or may be obtained by calling the Foundation of CCMS, (239) 435-7727 or emailing info@ccmsonline.org. Information about the 2022 Scholarship Winners is also online.

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