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

News & Announcements

TMA Urges District Court AGAIN to Protect Patient Access in “No Surprises Act” Final Rules
12/2/2022
The Texas Medical Association announced it has filed a new lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, challenging certain portions of the Aug. 26, 2022, final rules implementing the federal No Surprises Act (NSA).
COVID-19 in China and global concern
12/2/2022
COVID-19 seems to be on the verge of exploding in China. They are reporting record-high numbers—nearly 40,000 new infections per day. The biggest concern is China’s incomplete immunity wall when faced with infections.
Amoxicillin shortage: Antibiotic options for common pediatric conditions
12/2/2022
Preferentially prescribe amoxicillin tablets, capsules, or chew tabs for children able to take these formulations.