OCMS
We Represent Physicians Dedicated To Serving Their Patients.
The Orange County Medical Society is a non-profit, voluntary
membership, professional organization that represents the interests of physicians who practice
medicine in either Orange or Osceola County in Central Florida.
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The members of the Orange County Medical Society Alliance are a hard working and dedicated group of people. Even though 80% of Physician's spouses work outside their homes, many own businesses and are professionals in their own right, they enjoy taking time out of their busy schedules to join in the many worthwhile community service projects offered by the Alliance.
The Orange County Medical Society Alliance is a branch of the American Medical Association Alliance and the Florida Medical Society Alliance which are often referred to as the volunteer arms of the American Medical Association and the Florida Medical Association. Besides the many community service projects the Alliance is also very involved in legislative issues that effect our spouses patients or their practices. Members feel being involved in the Alliance is on way to show support to our Physician spouses.
Our Alliance families are a spectrum of ages, from young families starting out to spouses of retired Physicians. Living with a Physician can be demanding. It can be especially hard on the spouse that has a demanding career of their own. The Alliance can offer great support for the men and women married to Physicians, because no one knows what it is like to be married to a Physician except another Physician's spouse.
Our Alliance is always eager to welcome new members. If you have any questions or would like more information please call Elaine Hale at 407-859-5675 or E-mail her at brase@bellsouth.net.
The OCMSA event on Friday, April 29 at the Orlando Science Center was a huge success! A large group of physicians and their wives were in attendance to view the Grand Opening of the BodyZone 3-D exhibit and enjoy a subsequent dinner at Antonio's in Maitland.
The OCMSA and the Dr. Franklin B. McKechnie family provided the initial funding for the exhibit, which is meant to inspire and educate the general public about medicine, biology and the human body.
The "Life of a Blood Cell" video was thoroughly enjoyed by all. Special guests at the event included Bruce and Scott McKechnie, the sons of Dr. Franklin and Margaret Mckechnie. Also in attendance with their spouses were: Dr. Brian Tonner, President and CEO of OSC; Dr. Harold Greenberg, OCMS President; Dr. George Ellis, OCMS President Elect; Dr. Darrell Shea, OCMS Past President; Mrs. Elaine Hale, OCMSA President; and four OCMSA Past Presidents: Carol Latham, Nancy Wagers, Diane Goll, and Ann Shea.
Diane Goll wishes to thank the OCMSA and the McKechnie family for this amazing project, which will help to promote health education throughout Central Florida in many years to come.
Dr. Brian Tonner, President & CEO of Orlando Science Center; Scott
McKechnie; Harold Greenberg, MD, OCMS President; Bruce McKechnie, Diane Goll,
OCMSA Past President & Orlando Science Center Trustee; Elaine Hale, OCMSA President.
Ann & Dr. Darrell Shea.
The American Medical Association Foundation is a national project in which all Alliances throughout the United States participate. We raise money to provide the funds used to support medical schools and provide loan guarantee funds for medical and para-medical students, nursing students, interns, and residents.
Each March 30 the the nation celebrates National Doctor's Day, having been designated by a Joint Resolution of the U.S. Congress as a day to show appreciation for our nation's doctors. Each year we honor the OCMS Doctors with an activity in March, and proceeds are donated to a local charitable organization.Back to the top
The purpose of this state project is to promote AIDS awareness through the distribution of a Bookcover in science and/or health classes. It is distributed to the middle schools with local school board approval. Funding is provided by individuals and local businesses who underwrite this worthwhile project.
Our Alliance keeps abreast of legislation which has a bearing on the quality of health care in our state by maintaining communications with the Medical Society and Florida Medical Association Alliance on pending legislation. Our efforts have helped to defeat unfavorable legislation.Back to the top
OCMSA and the Visiting Nurses Association work together to collect unused medications for the Health Care Center for the Homeless. These supplies are donated by local physicians.
Since 1975 Alliance members have presented a program to local fifth graders showing them the hazards of smoking. The program was developed by the American Lung Association, the American Cancer Society, and the American Heart Association.
This fund is a scholarship to help students who are enrolled in the accredited healthcare studies program by giving monetary assistance during time of need, thereby enabling these students to continue their education.Back to the top
The Health Care Center for the Homeless has created a shelter for homeless patients who have contracted tuberculosis. Our Alliance provides food to the eight-resident facility four weeks during each year.
In honor of the AMA Alliance's STOP AMERICA'S VIOLENCE EVERYWHERE Day, OCMSA members present the HANDS ARE NOT FOR HITTING activity book to local elementary school classes and help the children make special handprint T-Shirts to take home.
The Orange County Medical Society is a non-profit organization that represents physicians from all sections of health care and medicine for Central Florida and Orlando.