NCMS President Scott Dhupar, MD | | |
Dear Colleagues,

As part of our 2026 wellness initiative we're kicking off a social media campaign entitled "Take a Chill Pill." This is a great way to get to know NCMS board members along with hearing their stories about their outlook on their career, personal life, and relaxation techniques. We want to humanize the experience by sharing personal experiences about stress and how we prioritize self-care, rejuvenation, and relaxation.
If you'd like to share a one minute video about how you chill, please send them to Executive Director Crystal Goodman. The board will review them for distribution on our You Tube channel, Facebook, LinkedIn, and other media materials. If you have questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.
Warm regards,
Scott Dhupar, MD
President North Colorado Medical Society
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Get ready for a perfect summer day with great food, beautiful views, and fun for all ages! Join us Sunday, August 23rd from 11 AM – 2 PM at the charming Sweet Heart Winery in Loveland for our annual summer social, a relaxed, family-friendly celebration.
What to expect:
- A delicious catered brunch buffet (menu details coming soon!)
- Complimentary drinks including wine tastings and non-alcoholic options available
- Exclusive access to the cozy Barrel Room plus outdoor seating
- Entertainment and activities to keep kids and adults smiling
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Sponsors include COPIC, the Good Samaritan Society, Pathways Care, and Practice Health. Each sponsor will have a table full of goodies at the event.
Bring your friends, family, or coworkers—everyone’s invited! This includes healthcare staff and leadership. Just make sure to register each guest so we can plan plenty of food and fun for all.
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How are we really doing? During a physician-to-physician conversation on wellbeing, we experienced an evening of reflection and discussion led by CPHP clinical experts Associate Medical Director Mary Ellen Caiati, MD and Lead Clinician Quinn Montgomery, LPC, ACS. We learned breathing techniques, how to quickly unwind during a stressful day, and ways to approach those struggling with stress and mental health issues.
Keep in mind as a member, you have free access to the Doc 2 Doc Program in which you receive 3 free private confidential counseling sessions. Check out the CMS Physician Wellbeing Resource Center for more information.
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Healing the Healer: Creating a Wellness Toolkit
Check out or latest episode of the Stethoscope podcast with our exclusive sponsor COPIC. Our guest Dr. Eric Zacharias will explore the spread of burnout in medicine and the causes behind this. In addition, we’ll develop a toolkit to improve provider wellness and coping skills. We hope this discussion helps you interpret factors that lead to burnout and dissatisfaction in our careers so we can better address our need for self-care and reach out for support. Listen Here
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NCMS Judged at the Annual Colorado Science and Engineering Fair
Our board members Dr. Cory Carroll and Dr. Donna Sullivan along with CSU campus medical student Isabella Santavicca judged at this year's Colorado Science and Engineering Fair at CSU. They reviewed presentations for the Biomedical and Health Sciences category. The winning project in the junior division is "Plant compounds and their effects on consumption" and in the senior division "Clean Vaccine: Assessing Antigen Recognition in a Minimal Excipient Vaccine Formulation." The Colorado Medical Society provided a cash prize for both winners. Congratulations to the students!
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2026 NCMS Legislative Night
Friday, September 25th 6pm - 8pm
Join us for an opportunity to meet and mingle with your local legislators from both Weld and Larimer County. The Northern Colorado Medical Society and the Colorado Medical Society will present on the monumental year we had at the state capitol. There will also be a discussion on specific legislative issues so we have a comprehensive game plan for the upcoming session. It will be held at the Embassy Suites Conference Center in Loveland. More details will be available on our website. The NCMS Advocacy Committee will be working on the format for our discussion.
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"Healthcare execs grapple with what problem to tackle first" article
NCMS President Dr. Scott Dhupar and NCMS Executive Director Crystal Goodman participated in the Biz West healthcare CEO roundtable discussion regarding emerging trends in healthcare. We discussed AI, workforce, and more. Read Here.

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Northern Colorado Medical Society
Board of Directors Meeting
Wednesday, August 19th
6pm - 8pm
Virtual Only
This is an opportunity for all members to come together virtually and shape the future of healthcare in Northern Colorado. Your participation is not just welcomed; it is essential as we strive to drive our initiatives forward and make a lasting impact on our community's health. We encourage you to consider volunteering, as your unique skills and insights can propel our mission to new heights.
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NCMS Board of Directors
- Marc Breen, MD
- Katelyn Brown
- Cory Carroll, MD
- Scott Dhupar, MD – President
- Narina Grove, MD – Past President
- Ted Norman, MD – Treasurer
- Sean Pauzauskie, MD
- Kristine Rivera, DO - President-Elect
- Daniel Schaefer, MD
- Kaylee Story, MD
- Donna Sullivan, MD

If you’re ready to make a difference and collaborate with fellow passionate professionals, reach out to
crystal@nocomedsoc.org
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Thank you to our 2026 "Friends of NCMS" annual sponsors!
We wouldn't be able to serve our members without the support of our friends. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, check out our website sponsorship page or contact crystal@nocomedsoc.org.
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