Supporting Physicians in Gulf County, Florida
Gulf County Health Department and Pristine St. Joe Beach
When most people think of Gulf County, they are likely to envision the pristine shores of St. Joe Beach, Florida, and the family-friendly atmosphere that envelops the region. This evolving community is much more than home to some of the most beautiful beaches in Florida.
A rich and vibrant area, Gulf County encompasses notable locations including the tranquil Port St Joe, the scenic Wewahitchka, and the active medical hub centered around the Wewa Medical Center. With its steadily growing population, Gulf County is becoming home to a thriving medical community. In this region, the Gulf County Health Department stands as a beacon, facilitating an extensive network of healthcare professionals offering first-rate patient care across a wide service area.
These panhandle counties in Florida provide an exceptional opportunity to practice medicine in a stunning locale amongst highly skilled experts. Doctors in Port Saint Joe, FL, are part of a community that champions the highest standards of patient care, backed by the dedicated support of the Emerald Coast Medical Association.
Taking Care of Gulf County Physicians Since 1948
Gulf County is where the Emerald Coast Medical Association found its renewed focus, upholding its mission of “Empowering Physicians to Promote the Highest Quality Patient Care.” Since its inception in 1948 as the Bays Medical Society, our team has been steadfast in offering unique resources, support, and networking opportunities to physicians in Port St Joe, Wewahitchka, and surrounding areas. In a constantly evolving medical landscape, navigating the complexities of patient care has grown more intricate. Our comprehensive membership benefits hold tremendous value for local practices, including those in collaboration with the Wewa Medical Center, enabling healthcare providers to consistently offer the most current and highest standard of care to their patients, backed by the support and resources of the ECMA.
Our Most Valuable Membership Benefits
Physician Education Resources and CME Events
It’s difficult to understate the importance of keeping up with the latest medical updates and trends within the healthcare environment. That’s why we offer a range of physician education resources, including critical updates and CME courses on emerging clinical practice and practice management trends. With our medical education resources, you can stay current with the latest developments in your field and ensure that you’re providing the best possible care for your patients. We also host our popular annual CME Beach event, which attracts medical professionals from all over the gulf coast for a unique networking and educational sessions with opportunities to earn CME credits. We work with leading organizations like the Florida Medical Association to ensure we offer the resources needed to stay at the forefront of your field.
Comprehensive Group Health Plans for Longterm Security
As a physician-owned practice, you know that employee benefits are important to attracting and retaining quality staff. For over four decades, Emerald Coast Medical Association has been helping practices provide employee benefits through our risk pool health insurance coop plan with Florida Blue. The program allows your practice to share in the risk with all other participating physician members, which has resulted in exceptional rate stability. Our large group health plans are some of the most competitive in the state, and our customizable benefits portfolio allows you to tailor a plan that meets the needs of your practice. You can count on our insurance specialist’s dedicated service and support team to answer any questions you may have, and all of this is available to you as a member of Emerald Coast Medical Association. When you partner with us, you can be confident that you’re getting the best possible value for your employee benefits dollar. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you grow your practice.
Cost-Saving Medical Malpractice Insurance for Members
As staunch advocates for our local medical practices and solo practitioners, we take pride in offering one of the most outstanding options for medical malpractice insurance in Florida. The Emerald Coast Medical Association Medical Malpractice Program with Medical Protective is a program offered to save our members money on medical malpractice insurance premiums. The program was started back in 2015 and now has over 100 doctor participants. The strength of the program is in the numbers, with members coming together to save approximately $350,000 in medical malpractice insurance premiums. At Emerald Coast Medical Association, we are always looking for new ways to help our members save money, and this program is just one example of how we are able to accomplish that. We encourage all of our members to take advantage of this unique program and see the savings for themselves.
Become a Member Today!
Whether you are starting medical practice in Gulf County or have been practicing in the panhandle for many years, we are here to support you. As a member of the Emerald Coast Medical Association, you’ll have a chance to take part in the organization’s advocacy efforts at the local level and shape the work that we do so that it empowers your practice. You’ll also be able to enjoy the many association benefits, including practice-related insurance, cutting-edge continued education opportunities, and cost savings. In addition, membership opens the door to networking events with our other physician members, where you can learn about a broad range of topics through our regular meetings. Partnering with Emerald Coast Medical Association is an investment in your career and your future. Join today and become part of something bigger!
