Our Mission
We champion physician advocacy, professional camaraderie, and elevated patient care through community outreach, legislative engagement, mentorship, and closing healthcare disparities.
Who Are We?
Founded in 1951, CCMS is a lineal descendant of the original county medical society—dedicated to uniting Charleston physicians across specialties and affiliations
Benefits of Membership!
Community Engagement
Join efforts on impactful initiatives, from improving health disparities to supporting school health programming.
Networking Opportunities
Connect with Charleston’s top physicians across diverse specialties in ways that drive referrals and meaningful partnerships.
Valuable Resources
Enjoy access to vetted resources for business solutions, wellness, marketing, and innovative advancements in medicine.
Professional Advocacy
Be informed about legislation at the local, state, and national levels that may impact your practice of medicine, and let your voice be heard as a part of a collective group.
Insights & Updates
What’s Missing From the Healthcare Conversation
Meet the Voice Helping Our Community Understand Their Health
Is Your Student Athlete Ready to Play?
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One of CCMS's Own- Charleston Magazine's 50 Most Influential People
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Charleston County Medical Society is growing. We`re excited to welcome physicians from Berkeley and Dorchester counties into our membership community. Whether you`re joining us for the first time or have been part of organized medicine in the Lowcountry for years, we`re glad to have you.
As a member, you now have full access to CCMS resources, including the new member directory, continuing education opportunities, advocacy efforts, and the Ryze Health Physician Community. We look forward to serving you and growing together as one regional medical society.
To learn more click the link in our bio!
Your kidneys work hard every day, often without you noticing until something goes wrong. Dr. Bell breaks down why regular kidney checks matter and how catching issues early can help prevent renal failure.
Closing the Gap in Healthcare starts with conversations like this one. Ask us how you can get involved.
Make Health Make Sense. 🩺
📍 Have questions about your kidney health? Talk to your doctor today.
#KidneyHealth #RenalHealth #CloseTheGap #HealthEquity #PreventiveCare #MakeHealthMakeSense
This month, we`re spotlighting Dr. Kate White, board-certified OB/GYN, Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP), and diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine.
After 20+ years caring for women in Charleston, Dr. White launched Recalibrate Health MD, a concierge practice focused on menopause, metabolic health, and healthy aging. She`s also passionate about evidence-based care and co-hosts the Heads and Tails Podcast with her husband, Jay.
👉 Follow @DrKateWhiteOBGYN and check out Heads and Tails on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.
#StaffSpotlight #WomensHealth #Menopause #CharlestonMedicine #HeadsAndTailsPodcast
Doing important work in the community? We want to help amplify it. 📣
Charleston County Medical Society is proud to support the physicians making an impact beyond the exam room through advocacy, nonprofit work, fundraisers, outreach initiatives, and community service.
If you have:
✔️ An upcoming event
✔️ A fundraiser or nonprofit initiative
✔️ A cause you care about
✔️ A community effort to spotlight
Send it our way. Together, we strengthen the voice of medicine in our community.
📩 president@charlestonmedicalsociety.org
Dr. Bell talks about the importance of keeping your scheduled appointments
Make Health Make Sense 🩺
#health
Benefits of membership go beyond networking.
From professional advocacy and valuable resources to meaningful community engagement, the Charleston County Medical Society is committed to supporting physicians and strengthening healthcare across the Lowcountry. Join a community that invests in your success!
🏓 Physician Family Day at Crush Yard
Bring the whole family for an afternoon of pickleball, snacks, drinks, and connection with fellow physician families.
We’re teaming up with the SCMA Alliance for a special Father’s Day weekend social event at Crush Yard Mount Pleasant. Whether you’re playing on the courts or relaxing with friends, it’s a fun way to spend the afternoon together.
Saturday, June 20th
1:00–3:00 PM
Crush Yard Mount Pleasant
Registration is required.
🔗 Link in bio or DM us for the registration link.
CCMS members Dr. Andre Uflacker and Dr. Natalie Freidin recently volunteered in Gaza, bringing their skills, compassion, and dedication to communities in need.
Their service is a powerful reminder of the impact physicians can make beyond the walls of a hospital. We are honored to recognize their extraordinary commitment to helping others and proud to call them members of the Charleston County Medical Society.
Join us in thanking Dr. Uflacker and Dr. Freidin for their remarkable service and unwavering compassion.
Read more about their story in the Post and Courier:
https://www.postandcourier.com/news/musc-gaza-palestine-war-medical-volunteers/article_8b6f7cba-1027-4ead-a8af-9acf2edae237.html
