DALLAS COUNTY
MEDICAL SOCIETY

The Dallas County Medical Society (DCMS) is the professional association representing physicians, residents and medical students in Dallas County. DCMS has grown from 30 physicians to over 9,000 since its inception in 1876. DCMS is a leader at the local, state, and national levels and is the second-largest medical society in the country.

Benefits of DCMS Membership

DCMS MISSION

The mission of the Dallas County Medical Society is to promote public health, advocate for physicians and their relationship with patients, while upholding professionalism in the practice of medicine.

$14m

PPE supplies donated to DCMS members
20k

COVID-19 Vaccines administered to physicians
9k+

Physician, resident and student members
667

Legislative Action Alerts sent to legislators during the 87th legislature

Upcoming Events

2025 DCMS Physician and Student Mixer
8/16/2025
Join us for the 50th Annual DCMS Physician and Student Mixer and to celebrate a milestone year of this cherished DCMS tradition. 
DCMS Book Club featuring: James by Percival Everett
9/9/2025
Come together with fellow DCMS members and book lovers for an engaging evening of conversation and connection to discuss James by Percival Everett—a powerful reimagining of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn from the perspective of Jim.

News & Announcements

Dallas-area children hospitalized for heat-related illnesses soars 170% since 2012
8/1/2025
These visits were more common during the hottest months of the year, underscoring the seasonal risk.
Can AI predict no-shows before they happen? This new model says yes
8/1/2025
Researchers developed and tested four ML models using integrated clinical, socioeconomic and environmental data to classify appointments as completed, no-show or late cancellation.
End non-medical vaccine exemptions, AAP Says
8/1/2025
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) on Monday reaffirmed its support for ending nonmedical vaccine exemptions for daycare and school attendance in the U.S.