Duval County Medical Society

04/09/2026

Physician feedback is needed!

University of Florida Health Jacksonville is joining researchers at more than 100 other hospitals across the United States and other countries to conduct a research study of bleeding in the brain called FASTEST. Learn more & take the survey: https://redcap.link/FASTEST

04/03/2026

Dr. Christopher Reeder, the dean at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine – Jacksonville University, says he joined the Duval County Medical Society because it offers so many events, both fun and educational.

As he recently shared in this testimonial video, he is encouraging all of his medical faculty to join!

04/01/2026

Today is the last day to purchase early bird tickets to next month’s DCMS Residents’ Graduation Gala. We hope attending physicians will come out to have fun and show their support for the next generation! Get your tickets now: https://www.dcmsonline.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2031379

DCMS staff member Joe Daraskevich dressed up this morning and provided coffee to residents at UF College of Medicine – Jacksonville. Dr. Rachel Cortese and Dr. Mohit Bhalla were lucky enough to win golden tickets to the Gala!

03/30/2026

Happy National Doctors’ Day from the DCMS!

Thank you for the daily sacrifices you make to provide quality and compassionate care in our community.

03/26/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Natasha Narvel and Dr. Morgan Martinez for winning golden tickets to the Inaugural DCMS Residents' Graduation Gala at this week's membership dinner.

All DCMS members are invited and have until April 1 to buy early bird tickets: https://www.dcmsonline.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2031379&group

03/20/2026

🎉🎉Happy Match Day from the DCMS!

We’re excited to welcome new residents to the area:

03/19/2026

✨ An unforgettable evening awaits at the DCMS Residents’ Graduation Gala! Join us on May 30 at Venue 841 to celebrate the Class of 2026 with music, dinner, and dancing.

🎟️ Early bird pricing ends April 1! Register today: dcmsonline.org/event/gala

03/17/2026

In this episode of Health Care Headlines You Need to Know from Tallahassee, DCMS Executive Director Fraser Cobbe and staff member Joe Daraskevich wrap a bow on the 2026 Florida Legislative Session.

Fraser breaks down a handful of bills that will not pass in 2026 because the budget is the only thing left to be ironed out. But, some familiar topics are bound to come back in 2027:

Fraser Cobbe and Joe Daraskevich wrap a bow on the 2026 legislative session on the Tuesday following the final day, which happens to be Saint Patrick's Day. ...

03/13/2026

The DCMS had a great time welcoming Northeast Florida physicians and their families to the Pulido farm for the 3rd Annual DCMS Family Day on March 7th. Thank you to everyone who joined us for a day of fun and to DCMS members Drs. Danny, Mario, and Rene Pulido!

03/11/2026

Help us welcome new member Dr. Brandon Gilliland!

Dr. Gilliland is an anesthesiologist with US Anesthesia Partners (USAP) in the North Florida chapter, practicing in Duval County within the Baptist Health system and various ASC centers. Read his full bio here: https://www.dcmsonline.org/news/722051/DCMS-Welcomes-New-Member-Dr.-Brandon-Gilliland.htm

03/10/2026

Calling all residents & fellows!

Battle for the Residents Cup at Beers with Peers Trivia Night on March 26th at The Factory. Enjoy testing your knowledge in general trivia, pizza, and a relaxed environment for getting to know your counterparts at other local hospitals.

Gather your team & register now: https://www.dcmsonline.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2024995&group

03/09/2026

In this episode of Health Care Headlines You Need to Know from Tallahassee, DCMS Executive Director Fraser Cobbe and staff member Joe Daraskevich provide a quick update on the state budget. It doesn't look like legislators will agree on the budget by the time the session comes to a close, and Fraser explains why and what that means for an already busy election year.

Fraser spends some time giving an update on vaccine legislation and some other hot medical topics that don't stand much of a chance since they need to pass in both chambers, although there's always a chance in the final week:

Fraser Cobbe and Joe Daraskevich flip the script a little bit this week by introducing the musical selection first before jumping into the weekly headlines. ...