The Wyoming Medical Society (WMS) is staffed by professionals dedicated to helping physicians help patients. Our main goal is to serve physician members by providing support and resources to help them in their practice of medicine.
Sheila Bush
Executive Director
Sheila Bush is the executive director for the Wyoming Medical Society and is responsible for the overall management of WMS and its staff. She provides support to the WMS Board of Trustees, serves as the chief lobbyist and advocate for Wyoming’s physician voice, and never hesitates to help physicians across WY whenever and wherever she is needed. She is the founder and publisher of Wyoming Medicine magazine and the founder of the Wyoming Leaders in Medicine physician leadership program. She is a graduate of the University of Wyoming, and is highly involved in her local community. Sheila serves on numerous boards in healthcare, policy and the arts, and has been recognized by several organizations for her outstanding leadership service. On weekends you will find Sheila camping, skiing or traveling with her husband and two boys. With over two decades in advocacy, Sheila Bush has demonstrated her commitment and dedication to physician interests, and is available for any member regardless of need.
Chelsea Cortez
Deputy Director
Chelsea brings a wealth of expertise and knowledge to WMS, most recently serving as the Executive Director for multiple regulatory and advisory Boards for the State of Wyoming. In these roles, she developed a passion for fostering strong relationships and using her inquisitive nature to improve processes for the groups being served. Chelsea and her husband, Matt, are lifelong Wyoming residents who love raising their family here. Outside of work, you will often find Chelsea traveling throughout Wyoming and Colorado being a wildly proud sports mom or enjoying summertime at the lake.
Maria Cowley
Membership and Finance Director
Maria Cowley has served the Board of Trustees and members since 2006. She provides membership and financial support for the Wyoming Medical Society and several specialty societies. She earned her undergraduate degree at the University of Wyoming. Maria has previous accounting and management experience working for KPMG Accounting firm, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Rose Medical Center and Trilegiant Corporation. Depending on the time of year, you’ll usually find Maria at the lake or on a ski hill and enjoying live music or pickleball year round with her husband and two grown boys. If you have a billing question or inquiry regarding your WMS membership it’s her friendly voice you will reach.
