The Marion County Medical Society unites physicians across Ocala and Marion County — advocating for medicine, supporting our members, and serving the community.
Become a MemberLocated at The Cascades — 1515 E Silver Springs Blvd #149, Ocala, FL 34470 — the Society began with five physicians and has grown to 265 physicians serving the Marion County area, offering educational programs, professional networking, state advocacy through the FMA, and member-exclusive benefits.
To enhance the health and welfare of the physicians of Marion County, Florida.
To be the premiere professional organization that utilizes its core values to advocate for the mental, physical, emotional and financial well-being of physicians.
Motivated · Community · Mindful · Solidarity
MCMS Executive Board — led by Executive Director Sherry Budnick. Contact the office at (352) 732-8883.
Join a community of 265+ physicians. Members access insurance plans, CME, networking events, the member directory, and a unified voice for medicine in Marion County.
Become a MemberBlue Cross / Blue Shield major medical & hospitalization for you and your staff — a plan created by physicians, for physicians.
Association-endorsed plan with FHM Insurance providing up to a 41% dividend potential.
Competitive malpractice coverage through MedPro Group for members in good standing.
Retirement, ancillary benefits, and the MCMS Insurance Trust.
Plan Administrator Thomas Buss · 352-622-9124
Several programs are available to Marion County Medical Society members, including the MCMS Health Insurance Trust (trustmcmstrust.benefithub.com) offering Blue Cross/Blue Shield major medical & hospitalization, ancillary benefits, malpractice insurance, workers' compensation, and 401k exchange options.
Community resources and assistance hotlines:
Advocacy & licensing resources for our members:
MCMS offers advertising & sponsorship opportunities, a physician job board, partner/sponsor contracts, and CME information for members. Contact the office for details.
September 09, 2026 · 6:30–8:30 PM
October 22, 2026 · 6:30–9:00 PM
December 03, 2026 · 6:30–9:30 PM
December 05, 2026 · 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
Highlights from MCMS events, installations, and member gatherings throughout the year.
The Marion County Medical Society partners with the Florida Medical Association (FMA) and supports the PAC to advocate for physicians and patients at the state level.
