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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Advocacy Curriculum: Using Scary Stories and Treats to Advocate Your PositionOctober 28, 2021
It's not scary to talk about an issue before a policymaker, but be prepared with treats rather than tricks to make your point.
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Advocacy curriculum: How MSDC prioritizes bills in the CouncilAugust 27, 2021
How does MSDC decide which bills in the Council to spend the most time on, and which to just watch?
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Advocacy curriculum: How to advocate for medicine in (local) DCJune 26, 2021
How can you get more involved in MSDC's advocacy efforts? We have a few ideas!
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Advocacy curriculum: Tips and tricks for meeting with a legislatorMay 25, 2021
Like in medicine, a little preparation in advocacy saves future headaches.
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How a Bill Becomes a Law - Special District SituationsApril 22, 2021
Sometimes an issue needs an alternate way to go into effect
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