About Us

Southern Nevada faces a critical shortage of doctors. The Clark County Medical Society (CCMS) addresses this challenge head-on by creating a welcoming environment for physicians and fostering the next generation of medical professionals.

HISTORY

Our story starts in 1955...

The Clark County Medical Society (CCMS) is a professional organization of nearly 2,000 doctors, medical residents, physician’s assistants and medical students. The organization advocates for physicians and their patients in Southern Nevada, encouraging the delivery of quality health care within the community.

We face a critical shortage of doctors here in Southern Nevada, there is no dancing around that fact. While the nation as a whole seeks to solve the disparity between a historically low number of doctors and an increasingly high number of patients, CCMS works to make our beautiful city a welcoming place to practice medicine.

We work alongside incredibly talented and dedicated physicians to not only attract practicing doctors from all over the United States to our valley, but to create educational programs that will raise the next generation of medical professionals right here in Clark County.

Achievements

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Receiving the Presidential Award
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Milestones

July 15, 1955

CCMS was formed as a Nevada Domestic Nonprofit Corporation

1958

CCMS became a 501(c)(6)

2000

CCMS Scholarship Fund was formed

Since its inception, the Scholarship Fund has provided over $500,000 in scholarships to Clark County Medical Students

2001

Established a Mini-Internship activity for local students

2012

CCMS Scholarship Fund was recognized as a 501(c)(3) and classified as a public charity.

2013

Established the Winged Heart Awards to honor Clark County Nurses and health-focused Nonprofit Organizations

2013

Established the Rising Star Medical Student Award

2014

Established a Resident Job Fair

2015

Hosted a Candidates’ Campaign School

2015

Established the Winged Heart First Responder Award

2016

Implemented Town Hall Meetings

2018

Established a President’s Roundtable

2019

Established a “Wear The White Coat” youth and adult internship program

2022

Inaugural Research Symposium and Poster Session for Nevada Residents, Fellows, and Medical Students

2022

August, Became an accredited CME provider

2023

Healthcare Leaders’ Summit

2024

Launched CCMS Cares Newsletter

2025

Launched CCMS Cares Website

2025

September
Had the first multidisciplinary Rapid Rounds in the state of Nevada at UNLV for medical students

Join Us in Building a Stronger Southern Nevada Healthcare Community

The Clark County Medical Society (CCMS) is dedicated to serving the needs of Southern Nevada physicians, their patients, and the entire Clark County community. We believe in approaching this mission with unwavering responsibility and integrity. But we can’t do it alone. Physicians, medical professionals, and community members like you are all crucial players in ensuring quality healthcare for everyone in Southern Nevada. You can get involved by becoming a CCMS member and supporting our initiatives.