Cape Wellness Collaborative Announces 2027 Dancing with the Docs

Signature Event Returns for its 6th Season on April 3

South Yarmouth, MA — Cape Wellness Collaborative (CWC) is pleased to announce the return of its highly anticipated signature event, Dancing with the Docs, on April 3, 2027, at the Sea Crest Beach Resort in Falmouth, MA.

Now entering its sixth season, Dancing with the Docs puts a spirited twist on Dancing with the Stars, pairing local physicians with professional dancers for an unforgettable evening of entertainment, friendly competition, and community connection.

All proceeds from the event will support CWC’s mission to help residents of Cape Cod and the Islands who are facing cancer feel better through integrative therapies, nourishing meals, and emotional support services. Tickets go on sale December 11 at capewellness.org/DWTD.

The “Docs” and Pros dancing this year are:
Dr. Dan Arnold, MD, Internal Medicine, Veritas Direct Care
Paired with Dance Pro Mimi Laquerre
Dr. Sarah Harnois, MD, Hospitalist, Cape Cod Hospital
Paired with Dance Pro Dr. Kumara Sidhartha
Dr. Jonathan Hauptfeld, MD, Anesthesiology, Cape Cod Hospital
Paired with Dance Pro Larkin Fox
Dr. David Kelly, MD, Radiology, Cape Cod Hospital
Paired with Dance Pro Alisha Kelly
Dr. Lois Kugler, PhD, Psychology, Cape Behavioral Health Center
Paired with Dance Pro Doug McHugh
Dr. Kinsey Leonard, DO, Emergency Medicine, Cape Cod Emergency Associates
Paired with Dance Pro Kelly Wybieracki
Molly Malone, MD, Emergency Medicine, Cape Cod Emergency Associates
Paired with Dance Pro Paul Wybieracki
Larry Novak, MD, FACS, General Surgery, Cape Cod Healthcare General and Thoracic Surgery
Paired with Dance Pro Jacky Kotowski
Dr. Elizabeth Speed, MD, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Cape Cod Healthcare and Martha’s Vineyard Hospital
Paired with Dance Pro Francis Grant

According to CEO Carol Bosco Baumann, “Bringing back Dancing with the Docs last year—and seeing the incredible enthusiasm it generated across our community—was a powerful reminder of how deeply people on the Cape and Islands care about supporting those facing cancer. Dancing with the Docs is truly a community-driven celebration, powered by the Docs who step onto the dance floor and raise vital funds, the Pros who bring their creativity and competitive spirit, the volunteers who make the production come alive, and the sponsors and attendees whose generosity makes it all possible. We’re thrilled to bring this extraordinary event back in 2027 and continue making a meaningful difference together.”

Guests will enjoy an evening of celebration featuring cocktails, delicious food, a live auction, a paddle raise, and a post-show dance party, in addition to high-energy dance performances. More than 600 attendees are expected. Previous years’ events all sold out quickly, so community members are encouraged to secure their tickets when they go on sale.
Community members can also support their favorite doctor by donating to their individual fundraising campaign. The doctor who raises the most funds in support of CWC will go home with the coveted Hero Belt.

Last Year’s Event
At the 2026 event, eight dedicated physicians stepped outside their comfort zones and onto the dance floor, partnering with talented local dancers to perform a variety of routines. Last year’s doctor and professional dancer roster included:

Dr. Naomi Kalliath, DO, Breast Surgical Oncologist, and Francis Grant — Foxtrot*
Dr. Ingrid Hyder, MD, Radiology, and Jacky Kotowski — Cha Cha
Dr. Damian Dupuy, MD, FACR, Interventional Oncology and Radiology, and Kimberlee McHugh — Rhumba
Dr. Anne Marie Kelly, MD, Internal Medicine, and Dr. Kumara Sidhartha — Salsa
Dr. Hope E. Peters, MD, Breast Radiology, and Doug McHugh — Country Swing
Dr. Katie Rudman, MD, General Pediatrics, and Brandon Simmons — Jazz
Dr. Jeff Spillane, FACS, Thoracic Surgeon, and Mimi Laquerre — Disco/Hustle**
Dr. Kevin Dwyer, MD, Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, and Alisha Kelly — Waltz
*Dr. Kalliath and Francis Grant were crowned the Dancing with the Docs Champions for their standout performance.
**Dr. Spillane won the CWC Hero Belt for the individual Doc who raised the most money by the event.
For more information on sponsorship opportunities, please contact Carol Bosco Baumann at Carol@capewellness.org or (508) 827-0662.

About Cape Wellness Collaborative

Founded in 2014 by local musician Sarah Swain, Cape Wellness Collaborative (CWC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to help residents of Cape Cod and the Islands who are facing cancer feel better through integrative therapies, nourishing meals, and emotional support services.
At present, CWC has supported more than 3,500 clients and caregivers with integrative therapies, emotional support, and movement programs, partnered with 90+ practitioners providing life-giving services and, provided more than 21,000 medically-tailored meals through its Wellness Eats program.
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