Palm Beach County Medical Society Header Since 1919, the Palm Beach County Medical Society (PBCMS) has united physicians in their shared mission to advance the practice of medicine, uphold the highest professional and ethical standards, and promote the health and well-being of our community. We serve as the collective voice of physicians across Palm Beach County—advocating for the profession, supporting physician wellness, and fostering collaboration among healthcare leaders, institutions, and partners to ensure quality care for all.

Leadership

Guided by physicians, for physicians.
Meet the dedicated Board of Directors, officers, and council leaders who steer PBCMS’s mission forward.

Executive Committee

Andrew Berkman, MD
Andrew Berkman, MD
President
Vicki Norton, MD
Vicki Norton, MD
President-Elect
Chair, Council on Advocacy and Legislation
Josh Gottsegen, MD
Josh Gottsegen, MD
First Vice-President
Ann Thomas, MD
Ann Thomas, MD
Treasurer
Stuart Bagatell, MD
Stuart Bagatell, MD
Secretary
Dawn Davanzo, MD
Dawn Davanzo, MD
Immediate Past President
Shawn Baca, MD
Shawn Baca, MD
Member at Large
Stephen Babic, MD
Stephen Babic, MD
Chair, MEDPAC
Katherine Brazzale, MD
Katherine Brazzale, MD
Chair,
Communications
Larry Bush, MD
Larry Bush, MD
Chair, Council on Medical Education
Ritu Channagiri
Ritu Channagiri
Medical Student
Don Chester
Don Chester
Michael T.B. Dennis, MD
Michael T.B. Dennis, MD
PBCMS Services Liaison
Marcos Nores, MD
Marcos Nores, MD
Council on Ethical and Judicial Affairs
Alan B. Pillersdorf, MD
Alan B. Pillersdorf, MD
FMA/AMA Liaison
William Slomka, MD
William Slomka, MD
Chair, Council on Member Services
Azin Steadman, MD
Azin Steadman, MD
Resident
Maureen Whelihan, MD
Maureen Whelihan, MD
Board of Trustees
Jack Zeltzer, MD
Jack Zeltzer, MD
Chair, Bylaws Committee


Our Staff

Behind the scenes, our staff ensures members receive exceptional support, resources, and connection.

 

Claudia Kirk Barto
Executive Director
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Mindi Tingler
Admin
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Who We Are

Our Mission – To unite physicians to serve the common interest of the profession, uphold the highest ethical and professional standards, advocate for the medical community and its patients, and collaborate to improve the health of Palm Beach County.

Our Vision – To be the leading voice and unifying force for physicians in Palm Beach County—promoting ethical, evidence-based medicine, advancing quality healthcare for all, and serving as a trusted source of education and information for both physicians and the community.

Our History

Founded in 1919, the Palm Beach County Medical Society has been the voice of organized medicine for over a century. From establishing early hospital systems to addressing today’s healthcare challenges, PBCMS has continually evolved to meet the needs of physicians and the community.

Learn More › Medical History of Palm Beach County

Shape the future of healthcare in Palm Beach County.

Join one of our councils—such as the Council on Advocacy and Legislation—and make your voice heard.