News & Press Releases
CCMS Media Contact: April Donahue, Executive Director, 239-435-7727
Foundation of CCMS Announces 2020 Dr. Lascheid Memorial Scholarship Winner
The Foundation is pleased to announce that Lisvet Luceno, a Naples resident in the class of 2023 at the University of Central Florida College of Medicine, is the winner of their 2020 Dr. William Lascheid Memorial Scholarship for Medical Students.
CCMS Physicians Care: Supporting the health of the community
One of Mr. Eich’s personal goals in life is to “stay the heck out of the hospital system” as long as he can. It is that goal that drives him to make healthier choices. He also credits having a long-term relationship with his primary care physician as one of the reasons he has stayed so active.
CCMS Physicians’ Compassion Continues During the COVID-19 Outbreak
CCMS applauds our 600+ physician members, and all our community’s healthcare workers and first responders, for providing exemplary care to patients in Collier County throughout the COVID-19 crisis.
CCMS names Dr. Raymond Phillips Physician of the Year
This award honors a CCMS member who deserves special recognition for exemplary contributions to the practice of medicine and/or outstanding service to our community.
CCMS Physicians Care: Building Life-long Trust
On Valentine’s Day 2019, Ken Koehler’s life was turned upside down. With a large lump on his tongue, his doctor suspected cancer and referred Ken to Dr. Leela Lavasani, who specializes in ear, nose, and throat tumors.
Foundation of CCMS Announces New Board Member Karen Mosteller
Mosteller, an accountant and longtime supporter of Collier County Medical Society (CCMS) and the Foundation, will work with the Board to raise and manage funds for healthcare scholarships and local healthcare programs.
CCMS Physicians Care: Bringing heart and training to the practice of medicine
After visiting Naples, Terry Olliges and his wife fell in love with the area and became seasonal residents. While they were soaking in the beauty of our community, they maintained relationships with their primary physicians up North. Since they were healthy, they...
Scholarship Applications for Medical & Healthcare Students are Due March 31st
Foundation of CCMS is officially accepting applications through March 31, 2020 for two scholarship award programs: the Dr. William Lascheid Memorial Scholarship for medical students and Healthcare Student Scholarships for students enrolled in or accepted to healthcare degree programs.
CCMS Complimentary 2019/2020 Physician Member Directory Now Available
This convenient guide lists the office contact information and practice specialty for nearly 600 licensed physicians in our community, encompassing 60 different medical specialties. Complimentary copies are available at Collier County libraries, the Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce, and the CCMS office,
Foundation of CCMS to host 4-Course Wine Dinner Fundraiser
Guests are invited for an evening of fine dining and fundraising on Wednesday, December 4, 6:30pm with a 4-course dinner and wine pairings at Chez Guy Parisian Bistro. The event is open to the public.