Duval County Medical Society

10/01/2025

The CMS Medicare Learning Network® has shared the following information regarding operations during the :

Update on Medicare Operations: Telehealth, Claims Processing, and Medicare Administrative Contractors Status During the Shutdown

10/01/2025

Today is the final day to register for our DCMS Women in Medicine Cooking Class on October 8! Enjoy a fun and interactive night as we learn to make delicious homemade pasta with Chef Diana Testa of Italian Cooking Classes. This hands-on dinner experience is vegetarian-friendly and is perfect for all skill levels. Register here: https://www.dcmsonline.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1979673&group=

09/26/2025

Thank you for attending our September 17th DCMS membership dinner at Maggiano's! Cardiovascular surgeons Drs. Chadwick Stouffer and Rick Proia of Edwards gave interesting presentations on aortic stenosis and robotic-assisted lobectomy, respectively. If you missed this event, we hope to see you at the DCMS Annual Meeting on October 23!

09/26/2025

Don't miss the DCMS Annual Meeting & Dinner taking place October 23 as we celebrate outgoing President Dr. Ali Kasraeian and inaugurating incoming President Dr. Timothy Groover! Register now to join us for the DCMS Annual Meeting, International Healthcare Symposium, or both events: https://healthcaresymposium.domains.unf.edu/

09/24/2025

We're excited to welcome new DCMS member Dr. Jennifer Whitelock! Dr. Whitelock is a private practitioner at FABEN Obstetricians and Gynecology with privileges at Baptist Health Jacksonville downtown Jax. She is a Fellow of American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Read her full bio here: https://www.dcmsonline.org/news/710853/DCMS-Welcomes-New-Member-Dr.-Jennifer-Whitelock.htm

09/23/2025

We have a great speaker lineup for the 2025 International Healthcare Symposium and DCMS Annual Meeting planned in conjunction with UNF Brooks College of Health! Join us October 23-24 to hear from:
• Stephanie Haridopolos, MD, DABFM, Acting Chief of Staff/Senior Advisor, Office of the U.S. Surgeon General
• Bobby Mukkamala, MD, President, American Medical Association
• Richard Thacker, DO, President-elect, American Osteopathic Association
• Ashley Norse, M.D., FACEP, President, Florida Medical Association
• Christine Hoffman, MBA, Mayor, Jacksonville Beach, Florida
• Moez Limayem, Ph.D., President, University of North Florida
• Pamela Chally, Ph.D., Dean and Professor Emeritus, University of North Florida

The Symposium is open to all healthcare professionals and those interested in advancing health in the digital age. Register now: https://healthcaresymposium.domains.unf.edu/

09/18/2025

The DCMS is excited to introduce new member Dr. Kristina Buller, Assistant Professor of Surgery, Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Florida College of Medicine - Jacksonville. Dr. Buller's clinical interests include aesthetic surgery, both implant-based and autologous breast reconstruction, and complex reconstruction following cancer or injury. Read her full bio: https://www.dcmsonline.org/news/710174/-DCMS-Welcomes-New-Member-Dr.-Kristina-Buller.htm

09/17/2025

National Physician Su***de Awareness Day ( ) is here to help break down the culture of silence around physician mental health and su***de. Visit NPSADay.org to learn more about how to take action and help prevent physician su***de.

If you would like to get connected with a no-cost counselor, visit duvallifebridge.com/. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, call or text 988.

09/12/2025

International Healthcare Symposium 2025 on October 23-24 will cover a variety of topics including leading in the digital age, private equity in healthcare, reimbursement and costs, and mental health/burnout. AMA, AOA, and FMA leaders will be participating. The DCMS Annual Meeting & Dinner will take place the evening of Oct. 23. Register and join us to make an impact on healthcare on the : https://healthcaresymposium.domains.unf.edu/

09/12/2025

Statement from DCMS President Dr. Ali Kasraeian: https://www.dcmsonline.org/news/709920/Protecting-What-We-Hold-Most-Dear-Our-Families-and-Communities.htm

09/10/2025

We've officially launched our sixth year of the campaign! A collaboration of the City of Jacksonville, Florida - Government and other community partners, the campaign began in 2020 to help bridge the gap, so no families go without their yearly flu vaccine because they can’t afford it. Learn more:

Cost should not be the reason you don’t get vaccinated against the flu this year. Those without health insurance can get a voucher for a free shot.

09/09/2025

National Physician Su***de Awareness Day coming up on September 17 is a reminder to make time to talk – and to act – so physicians’ struggles don’t become mental health emergencies. Help us recognize by visiting NPSADay.org and learn how you can take action.