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
Shifa Clinic Uses Food as Medicine to Fight Charleston Food Insecurity
Restoring the Heart of Medicine
Highlights From the CCMS Annual Meeting: Leadership, AI, and Policy
Read Our Latest Feature In HealthLinks Magazine
One of CCMS's Own- Charleston Magazine's 50 Most Influential People
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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!
#Residencymatchday
An important conversation is happening, and you’re invited. 🩺
Join fellow physicians for Politics from a Doctor’s Perspective and hear directly from leaders shaping the future of healthcare. Meaningful dialogue, valuable connections, and insights you won’t want to miss.
Join us for an evening centered on physician wellness, connection, and balance.
The Charleston County Medical Society invites you to our Physician Health & Wellness Kickoff, featuring a hands-on cooking class experience sponsored by Modern Minds.
April 15 | 5:30 PM
Modern Minds, Mt. Pleasant
RSVP Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfLrg-CJY_X-6jcpQRQIgxIHULXaoA90xEmRuNbi3b_X6BWqQ/viewform
Legislation & Advocacy: Why Your Voice Matters
As Elizabeth H. Mack, MD, MS reminds us, “Health care is political and we’re either on the menu or at the table.”
With bills this session impacting scope of practice, standards of care, and patient access, physician engagement is critical. The General Assembly meets January through May, and key healthcare legislation remains active.
Build relationships with legislators, follow hearings, and work with your specialty society’s advocacy team. Your expertise is essential and your patients deserve a seat at the table.
March Member Spotlight ✨
Please join us in welcoming Dr. Reshma Khan to the board! An Ob/Gyn and former VA physician, Dr. Khan currently serves as National Director of Health Services at ICNA Relief USA and is the founder of Charleston’s Shifa Free Clinic.
She brings a deep commitment to expanding access to high-quality care for underserved communities, along with nationally recognized leadership and service. We’re honored to have her expertise and dedication on our board.
The Charleston County Medical Society supports H.4767, legislation that would prohibit noncompete clauses in South Carolina physician contracts.
Noncompete restrictions can disrupt continuity of care, limit patient access to trusted physicians, and interfere with professional autonomy. This bill protects patient choice while allowing reasonable business protections.
This legislation is now moving forward for a House floor vote, and your voice matters.
We urge all physicians to:
-Contact your House members
-Advocate for a YES vote on H.4767
-Encourage colleagues to do the same
When physicians engage in advocacy, we strengthen patient care across South Carolina.
Get ready for the 2026 SCMA Annual Meeting on April 24–25!
You’ll connect with colleagues across South Carolina, earn 10.5 CME credits, join the Town Hall shaping medical policy, and celebrate the inauguration of new President Jeffrey P. Cashman, DO at the Gala Awards Dinner.
Don’t miss this chance to learn, network, and celebrate!
Click the link in our Bio to register!
