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MSDC Member Spotlight Series
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MSDC Member Dr. Zelivianskaia: From Moscow to Nebraska
March 15, 2022
A relocation from Moscow, Russia to Bellevue, Nebraska sparked a passion in anthropology for Dr. Anna Zelivianskaia
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Elizabeth Ghandakly Aims High, and Hits Her Mark
March 1, 2022
Meet GW medical student and MSDC volunteer Liz Ghandakly
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It’s A Matter Of Time for Dr. Hay
February 14, 2022
Meet MSAF Board Member and MSDC member Dr. Christi Hay
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An Abundance of Family Support Makes the Difference for Dr. Singh
February 4, 2022
Learn a little more about MSDC member Dr. Nicole Singh
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Taking Measured Risks with Dr. Angela Wu
January 18, 2022
Enjoy a member profile of MSDC early career section leader Dr. Angela Wu
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Public Health News
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Physician Community Speaks Loudly on Scope Bill
December 11, 2023
Many physicians testified on December 7 with concerns about a bill to change DC's scope of practice law.
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MSDC Commended for Lung Health Work by DC Council
November 8, 2023
Councilmember Brooke Pinto's resolution recognized the need for better lung health care and smoking cessation while praising MSDC's work on these issues.
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You're Not Dreaming - Prior Auth Reform Passes the DC Council
November 7, 2023
The Council passed MSDC-supported comprehensive prior authorization reform legislation for the first time ever.
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MSDC Joins the DC Veterinary Medical Association and Other Health Groups Celebrating One Health Day
November 3, 2023
Every year, the world celebrates One Health Day on November 3rd. This year, the DC Veterinary Medical Association and the Medical Society of DC are collaborating to highlight the value of One Health coordination at the local level, here in Washington, DC.
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Alert from DHCF on Lead Screening and Reporting Requirements
November 1, 2023
Learn more about requirements for patients with lead exposure or potential exposure.
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Issues on 719A Form (Prior Authorization) for DC Medicaid patients
October 23, 2023
Dr. Arrel Olano talks about how he and MSDC worked together to solve a prior authorization "requirement".
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MSDC Seeks Infection Control Experts for Video Series
October 19, 2023
The videos will be part of MSDC's work for Project Firstline.
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Mayor's Task Force Recommends Streamlined Licensing, Prior Auth Reform
October 19, 2023
The Healthcare Workforce Task Force issued recommendations aimed at strengthening an industry battered by burnout and epidemics.
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DC Health, MSDC Seeking Vaccine Speakers
October 16, 2023
Help your local community by sharing your medical knowledge at meetings.
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Big Picture Thinkers Needed for New Public Health Task Force
October 11, 2023
The newest MSDC task force will look ahead to help MSDC prepare now for future challenges.
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