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Are you looking for a way to stay ahead in your field, connect with like-minded professionals, and enjoy meaningful camaraderie outside the clinic or hospital? The Central Oregon Medical Society (COMS) is your answer!
For over a century, COMS has been the hub for continuing education, professional collaboration, and personal connection among providers in Crook, Deschutes, and Jefferson Counties. We offer engaging educational events with dinner and childcare provided, exciting family gatherings at Awbrey Glen Golf Course, and dynamic Pub Talks on cutting-edge medical topics—all designed to help you grow professionally while fostering strong relationships with your peers.
Plus, we partner with key organizations like St. Charles Health System, Central Oregon Independent Providers Association, and City Club of Central Oregon to bring you bigger, high-impact programs that benefit both providers and the communities we serve.
From networking with top experts to hearing keynote speakers like former Governor and ER Physician John Kitzhaber, COMS is more than just a membership—it’s a movement.
Join us and be part of something bigger. Because great medicine starts with a great community!
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