Between Rounds with MCMS
Supporting Physicians. Strengthening Community.
Summer 2026
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Featured Event
MCMS Fall Physician Forum
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Join your colleagues on Thursday, September 10, for an evening of CME, peer connection, and timely conversations exploring both the rapidly evolving role of artificial intelligence in medicine and the enduring importance of humanity in patient care.
The evening features David Cha, MD, Associate Chief Medical Information Officer at Premier Health, presenting the featured CME session, The Physician's AI Playbook: Evaluate It, Use It, Own It, a practical, clinically grounded program designed to help physicians evaluate AI tools, understand their limitations, and apply them responsibly in clinical practice.
We are honored to welcome Bobby Mukkamala, MD, Immediate Past President of the American Medical Association, as this evening's keynote presentation, Lessons From Both Sides of the Exam Room: Preserving Humanity in Modern Medicine. Drawing from his experiences as both a physician and a patient, Dr. Mukkamala will reflect on preserving trust, empathy, and the human connection at a time when medicine continues to evolve.
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Advocacy Update: Insurer Takebacks Reform Signed into Law
Led by the Ohio State Medical Association (OSMA) and supported by physician advocates across the state, Senate Bill 162 has been signed into law—marking a significant advocacy victory for Ohio physicians.
For years, physicians have faced the frustration of insurers approving and paying claims, only to later demand repayment through retrospective audits. SB 162 establishes new protections that create a more predictable and transparent payment audit process, helping reduce unnecessary administrative burdens for physician practices.
Advocacy doesn't end at the Statehouse.
MCMS is proud to partner with OSMA in advancing physician advocacy across Ohio. Our physicians also continue serving as trusted voices for healthcare policy in both the media and the legislative process.
This summer, MCMS Past President Tom Proctor, MD, shared his firsthand perspective in a recent Dayton Daily News story examining claims denials, prior authorization requirements, lengthy appeals, and insurance reimbursement challenges affecting physicians and patients.
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Around MCMS
From celebrating physician leadership at our Annual Meeting to bringing colleagues together across generations of medicine, MCMS has been creating opportunities for education, connection, and community throughout the spring and summer.
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Women Physicians' Summer Gathering
Building Community Across Every Career Stage
Physicians, residents, fellows, and medical students gathered this summer for an evening dedicated to connection, mentorship, and conversation.
Hosted in a relaxed garden setting, the gathering welcomed women from every stage of medicine to share experiences, strengthen relationships, and build the supportive professional community that continues to define MCMS.
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Senior & Retired Physicians Gathering
Honoring Experience, Continuing Connections
Our annual Senior & Retired Physicians Gathering brought together longtime MCMS members for an afternoon of conversation, fellowship, and reconnecting with colleagues. These physicians have helped shape healthcare in our community for decades, and we are grateful for the opportunity to celebrate their continued engagement and lasting contributions to the profession.
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2026 Annual Meeting
Celebrating Leadership and Service
More than 160 physicians, residents, medical students, and community partners gathered this spring for the MCMS Annual Meeting. The evening celebrated physician leadership, recognized service to the profession, and welcomed Nancy A. Pook, MD, as the 177th President of the Montgomery County Medical Society.
An emergency physician, MCMS member, and dedicated advocate for physician leadership, Dr. Pook used her inaugural address to reflect on the Society’s legacy and the responsibility physicians share to stay connected, engaged, and heard.
As she reminded attendees, “Our collective strength comes from participation.”
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Membership renewal is underway.
Thank you to everyone who has already renewed for 2027. Your membership supports physician advocacy, professional connection, educational programming, and signature events like the MCMS Fall Physician Forum.
If you haven't renewed yet, it's easy to do online.
Thank you for investing in a stronger physician community throughout Montgomery County and the surrounding region.
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Residents & Medical Students
Residents and medical students receive complimentary MCMS membership. Join today to connect with local physicians, attend networking and educational events, and become part of the MCMS community—at no cost.
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Get Involved with MCMS
MCMS is always looking for physicians, residents, and medical students who want to help strengthen our local physician community. Whether you have an hour to spare or want to become more involved throughout the year, we'd love to hear from you.
Current opportunities include:
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Create social media content – Share your perspective, participate in short videos, or help us highlight the physician experience.
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Volunteer at events – Assist with setup, registration, photography, or welcoming attendees at upcoming MCMS programs.
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Share your ideas – Help us plan networking events, educational programming, and new ways to connect physicians across our region.
Not sure where you'd fit in? We'd be happy to help you find an opportunity that matches your interests and availability.
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Exhibitor Spotlight
MCMS is grateful for the organizations that partner with us to support physician education and connection.
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Day City Hospice: Supporting Patients Through the Dialysis Transition
When dialysis no longer aligns with a patient's goals of care, compassionate guidance can make all the difference. Day City Hospice's Dialysis Transition Program provides compassionate, individualized support for patients with end-stage renal disease and their families as they navigate this important transition.
The program includes personalized transition planning, expert symptom management, 24/7 clinical support, caregiver education, psychosocial and spiritual care, and close coordination with nephrologists, dialysis centers, and primary care physicians. The goal is to maximize comfort, preserve dignity, and ensure patients and families receive the support they need every step of the way.
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President's Perspective
"MCMS is more than an organization—it is a professional home. A place where advocacy becomes action, mentorship becomes leadership, and collective voices carry weight."
— Nancy A. Pook, MD
177th President, Montgomery County Medical Society
Read Dr. Pook's full inaugural address.
Thank you for supporting your physician community.
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