Benefits of Membership

Join us in becoming a valued member of the Dauphin County Medical Society (DCMS), one of the largest county medical societies in Pennsylvania, and gain access to a dynamic community of healthcare professionals committed to advancing medical knowledge, fostering camaraderie, and advocating for the well-being of both practitioners and patients alike. You’ll have the opportunity to develop leadership skills by serving on the DCMS board, committees, and in various delegate and representative positions; network with your peers at DCMS social events and business meetings; meet area legislators and ask questions at legislative events; and more!

Additional Opportunities, Benefits, & Exclusive Access:

  • Opportunity to have your voice heard and amplified into one united voice representing all physicians in the greater Dauphin County area and physician referral service for the community.

  • The Grievance Committee provides mediation assistance in settling patient complaints and preventing litigation.

  • Educational programs on scientific and medical practice topics are offered at discounted prices.

  • Opportunity to participate in the annual DCMS “Doc Talk” mall event free of charge to market practice and address physician interests and concerns with the public.

  • Biennial President’s Dinner (combined social, fundraiser, and educational event; fee involved)

  • Belong to a society that lobbies when necessary (i.e., billboards and newspaper ads on medical liability crises, legislative visits, and letters).

  • Quarterly magazine, Central PA Medicine, mailed to members, listing educational seminars, legislative updates and activities, social events, announcements, practice management articles, etc.

  • Quick access to PAMED and AMA staff via DCMS staff (e.g., PMS legal counsel, medical economics, regulatory staff, etc.)

  • Channel for the opportunity to serve on PAMED and AMA Councils and Commissions

  • Involvement with a society that values education through scholarships and awards (e.g., the Gunder/DCMS Scholarship Award to a 2nd year medical student, the HACC Excellence in Clinical Nursing Award, and HACC Health Career Scholarships)

  • Opportunity for spouses to join the DCMS Alliance, providing DCMS support, community service, and networking opportunities.

WE LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU AS A MEMBER!