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

DCMS Women in Medicine Pickleball Social
9/18/2025
Join fellow women in medicine for an energizing evening of pickleball, connection, and casual fun! Whether you’re a seasoned player or picking up a paddle for the first time, all are welcome.
Leadership in Medicine: An Evening with Dr. Sherif Zaafran
10/2/2025
The Dallas County Medical Society and the Dallas County Anesthesia Society invite you to a special town hall event with Dr. Sherif Zaafran, President of the Texas Medical Board.

News & Announcements

New law provides clarity around medical emergency exception for pregnant patients, Life of the Mothe
9/5/2025
Senate Bill 31, the Life of the Mother Act, took effect June 20 and includes forthcoming requirements for one-time mandatory CME for physicians providing obstetric care.
Public health officials warn people not to use 7-OH products
9/5/2025
As of Aug. 27, the Texas Poison Center Network had received 192 reports of exposures involving kratom or another product containing 7-OH in 2025, compared with 107 for all of 2024 and 122 for all of 2023.
Polling shows most Americans support childhood vaccine mandates
9/5/2025
About 8 in 10 U.S. adults in a Harvard/SSRS poll from March said parents should be required to have children vaccinated against preventable diseases like measles, mumps, and rubella to attend school, including majorities of Democrats and Republicans.