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
Introducing the CCMS Physician Health and Wellness Program
Shifa Clinic Uses Food as Medicine to Fight Charleston Food Insecurity
Restoring the Heart of Medicine
Read Our Latest Feature In HealthLinks Magazine
One of CCMS's Own- Charleston Magazine's 50 Most Influential People
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✨Volunteers Needed for a free Health Fair & Fresh Produce Giveaway on April 25th!
We’re looking for:
• Health Fair Volunteers (clinical experience preferred)
• Translators (Spanish & Portuguese)
• Food Distribution Volunteers
Sign up here : https://www.icnarelief.org/shifaclinics/volunteer/
CCMS Member Spotlight 🌟
Meet Dr. Sami Tarabishy, a board-certified plastic surgeon dedicated to delivering natural, confidence-boosting results through expert care and precision. With advanced training from the Medical University of South Carolina and a prestigious fellowship at Cleveland Clinic, Dr. Tarabishy brings world-class experience right here to the Lowcountry.
Specializing in facial aesthetics and reconstructive surgery, his approach blends artistry with technique in procedures like facelifts, rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, and abdominoplasty at The Facial Surgery Center.
Now back in Charleston, Dr. Tarabishy is proud to serve the community where he trained, making a meaningful impact both inside and outside the operating room.
When he’s not caring for patients, you’ll find him traveling, cooking, staying active, or spending time with his wife, Gina.
đź‘Ź Thank you, Dr. Tarabishy, for your commitment to excellence and to our community!
Discover how board member Dr. Reshma Khan is helping bridge the gap between nutrition and healthcare through innovative community care!
From addressing food insecurity to improving health outcomes, this inspiring work highlights the power of food as medicine right here in Charleston.
https://healthlinkssc.com/nutrition/food-is-medicine-shifa-clinic-addresses-charlestons-food-insecurity-and-health-care-disparity-crises/
đź©ş Big news for South Carolina physicians and patients! H.4767, a bill that bans non-compete clauses in physician contracts and protects patient choice, passed the House after close votes.
The fight now moves to the Senate, and your voice matters! Reach out to your State Senator to support the doctor-patient relationship.
On National Doctors’ Day, we celebrate the physicians who dedicate their lives to caring for others.
Thank you to the doctors in our community for your compassion, expertise, and commitment to improving the health and lives of your patients every day!
March Madness Sale!
New regular physician members can join CCMS at 25% off when you sign up by 3/31 using code MADNESS25 at checkout.
Join a community that offers:
-Advocacy for physicians and patients
-Networking with local peers
-Continuing education and professional development
Don’t miss this limited-time opportunity, join now and take advantage of the discount!
Sign up here: https://charlestonmedicalsociety.org/join
Congratulations to the Medical University of South Carolina Class of 1976 that celebrated their Golden Graduate Reunion on March 19.
We’re especially proud to recognize CCMS board member Dr. Thaddeus Bell, who was one of only five African American graduates of the medical school that year. Today, Dr. Bell continues to serve our community through his active medical practice and leadership of the Closing the Gap in Healthcare initiative.
Thank you for your dedication to advancing healthcare in our community!
March 20 marks Residency Match Day, when fourth-year medical students across the country discover where they will continue their education.
Congratulations to all of our local medical students who matched this year we are excited to see the impact you will make in healthcare. Your journey is just beginning!
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