South Carolina Medical Association

07/25/2025

85% of patients agree the bond physicians form with their patients is central to health care. Physicians choose medicine because they want to treat patients, understand their health care needs and how to best help them, and provide the care they need to get better: https://bit.ly/4f72C8H

07/24/2025

We love seeing medical student leaders recognized … especially when they also serve on the SCMA Board of Trustees!

Congratulations to M4 Jared Buteau, who was named Section Delegate of the American Medical Association (AMA) Medical Student Section Governing (MSS) Council for the upcoming school year! The governing council is responsible for directing MSS efforts at the national level to improve medical education and advocate for the future of medicine. This is an amazing opportunity and we’re so excited that Jared was chosen, and he'll do a great job representing .

07/23/2025

Burnout obscures the joy of medicine. PracticeBeat revitalizes practices by aligning your workload with your expertise. Schedule a market analysis today and ensure patients can find your practice: https://bit.ly/3P8WcMd

07/18/2025

When we say our docs go to great lengths to see eye to eye with their patients, we mean it! Just another example of how important the physician-patient relationship is in providing quality care: https://bit.ly/4f72C8H

07/16/2025

How did a quiet advocate transform into a statewide leader? Learn more about SCMA's Chair, Dr. Amanda Davis, and what inspired her journey to this new role: https://bit.ly/4lYosiG

07/11/2025

The SCMA, in collaboration with SC College of Emergency Physicians and our partner 1101 Public Affairs, joined Governor Henry McMaster for the ceremonial signing of H 4067, a bill that requires all hospital ERs to have at least one physician on site who is responsible for the emergency department at all times it is open. This important step ensures stronger, more consistent emergency care across our state. We’re proud to have been part of the collaborative effort that made this possible!

07/07/2025

In South Carolina, our newest resident physicians are entering a crucial phase of their medical training – their residency – as part of their continued commitment to providing patients with the highest quality of care.

It is this commitment to compassionate care that motivates physicians. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4f72C8H

07/04/2025

Happy 4th of July! Here's to the red, white, and blue and all the freedom it stands for. Wishing you a safe and joyful holiday!

06/30/2025

Balancing a 70-hour workweek with entrepreneurship, mentorship, and fatherhood, Dr. Justin Fox, a third-year family medicine resident at Lexington Medical Center, is anything but typical. Learn more about one of SCMA's rockstar members: https://bit.ly/44lPsBy

06/27/2025

Did you know 91% of patients say a physician’s education and training are vital for optimal care? South Carolina physicians want to spend time with patients, providing comprehensive, compassionate care. It’s at the core of their work. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4f72C8H

06/25/2025

Don't delay, the June 30 deadline is around the corner! All SC physicians must fulfill a minimum of two hours of controlled substance training each biennium to renew their medical license: https://bit.ly/43sxXQT

06/24/2025

Check out the SCMA's blooming butterfly garden! Eagle Scout Daniel Leuthner-Barrineau completed this project with the dual aim of providing a peaceful escape, but also supporting the declining butterfly population.