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Emerald Coast Medical Association

The Emerald Coast Medical Association was established as an organization in 1948 and has been serving the physicians and patients of the Panama City area

03/05/2026

"Advocacy does not always look dramatic. Most of the time, it looks like showing up and staying in the room.

That is why matters.

Emerald Coast Medical Association is pushing back against efforts to expand wrongful death liability in Florida, an issue that would increase liability exposure and drive malpractice costs higher for physicians.

This work is ongoing, and it is how local advocacy protects patient access to care."

03/03/2026

Advocacy shows up in the details of how medicine is practiced every day. That is why focuses on local and state advocacy for physicians on the Emerald Coast.

Emerald Coast Medical Association represents physicians in conversations around healthcare policy, regulation, and reimbursement so real clinical perspective is not left out of the process.

“Serving as an ECMA Board Member and as an FMA delegate has deepened my appreciation for the importance of organized medicine and the collective voice of physicians.” Toni Pennington, MD

A stronger physician voice works best when we speak together."

See How ECMA Advocates for YOU: https://emeraldcoastmedicalassociation.com/news-insights/

03/01/2026

Pull up a seat at the table with this physician power couple for an inside look from med school to life in private practice and a busy life caring for your family and hometown community.
https://emeraldcoastmedicalassociation.com/podcasts/

02/28/2026

Who knew the field of radiology was this diverse? This podcast will take you from that diversity to the very specific details of the diagnostics of breast cancer with our local Breast Imaging Specialist.

Tune in on your favorite channel: https://emeraldcoastmedicalassociation.com/podcasts/

02/27/2026

"Being part of a medical community means more than sharing a zip code.

It means standing together when healthcare decisions are being made. That is why matters.

https://emeraldcoastmedicalassociation.com/become-a-member/

02/25/2026

Don't miss the latest podcast, episode 9 with Dr. Lindsey Weintritt Davis. Join the conversation about why corporations that are purchasing medical practices need to allow physicians to put patients first and to love caring for their patients.

Tune in here: https://emeraldcoastmedicalassociation.com/podcasts/

02/24/2026

"Physicians on the Emerald Coast deserve a strong local voice in healthcare decisions. That is why exists.

“I appreciate all that ECMA does to foster a community that collaborates and works well together.” Alison Moody, MD

Emerald Coast Medical Association represents physicians at the local and state level, helping bring real clinical perspective into policy and regulation.

https://emeraldcoastmedicalassociation.com/become-a-member/"

02/22/2026

"Politics is terrible but necessary" - continue listening to Episode 5 of the ECMA Medical Mastery Podcast. Now available on your favorite streaming channels. visit https://emeraldcoastmedicalassociation.com/podcasts/

Check out what Dr. Skip Daube has to say and tune in anytime

02/11/2026

In our latest Being great at your job is one thing. Becoming the leader who elevates your entire team to excellence? That’s next level. Whether you’re a physician, healthcare provider, or professional in any industry, leadership matters. Finding the right fit in your medical career is critical — and recognizing the signs can make all the difference. Medical excellence doesn’t start in the exam room — it starts at the front desk, with the very first patient interaction.

That’s why ECMA physicians have trusted partners like Mark Noon, helping practices grow strong leaders, strengthen teams, and ultimately improve patient care from the first hello to the final follow-up. Tune in here: https://emeraldcoastmedicalassociation.com/podcasts/

02/06/2026

❤️ National Wear Red Day ❤️

Today we’re wearing red to raise awareness for heart health—and proudly highlighting our ECMA Physician Cardiology Members Alejandro Arevalo, MD; Amir Haghighat, MD; Shady Henien, MD; Saeed Khaja, MD; and Donnie Davis, MD who shared their expertise at our recent 2026 CME Beach Retreat. Thank you for the lifesaving work you do every day to keep our community’s hearts strong.

02/04/2026

Still smiling after CME Beach Retreat 2026 at Hilton Sandestin. Thank you to every physician who showed up, leaned in, and made the conversations so meaningful. And to our Preferred Partners , we could not do this without you. (Emerald Coast Medical Association)

Also… the 1920s Casino Night was one for the books.

02/03/2026

Today we celebrate National Women Physicians Day—honoring the skill, compassion, leadership, and resilience of women physicians who care for patients, advance medicine, and lift up their communities every single day. Thank you for breaking barriers, saving lives, and shaping the future of health care.

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2352 Lisenby Avenue
Panama City, FL
32405

Website

http://emeraldcoastmedicalassociation.com/

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