Get Involved
Interested in learning more about MSDC's advocacy efforts, or getting more involved in advocating for your profession? Contact our office to learn more or complete the form below!
The Medical Society represents the physicians and patients of the District of Columbia in discussions with the Council of DC, the DC Departments of Health and Behavioral Health, the DC Boards of Medicine and Pharmacy, plus other members of the medical community.
The District has a different process for passing laws than the federal government. See "How a (DC) Bill Becomes a Law" for an overview of DC's policy-making process.
Keep track of upcoming advocacy events and hearing. Bookmark the MSDC calendar (found here) to see upcoming hearings and how you can testify. Or just contact MSDC/fill out the form below!
Keep track of MSDC legislation
Keep track of the bills moving through the Council that MSDC is tracking. View our online tracking sheet here (25th Council information coming soon)
Advocacy Curriculum Articles
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Your Co-Chairs Invite You to Council Visit DayJune 9, 2024
Council Visit Day is a great opportunity to meet Council members in-person AND virtually to discuss the physician community's policy issues.
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Learn About Our New Strategic VisionJuly 12, 2023
MSDC just approved a new strategic plan and vision. What does this mean for you and your practice?
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September 20 is MSDC Day of Action on Prior Auth and Copay AccumulatorsSeptember 7, 2022
Learn how you can make a difference in reforming prior auth in DC
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2022 Looks to Be A Very Busy Year in Physician AdvocacyJanuary 4, 2022
Physicians will need to be strong advocates for and against the major issues MSDC expects the DC Council to debate this calendar year.
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Advocacy Curriculum: How to Advocate Via Social MediaNovember 29, 2021
Social media can be an effective advocacy tool to convince policymakers on an issue - but like an in-person meeting it needs to be done right.
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