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AMA Survey: Payers Failing to Fulfill Prior Auth Promises

May 26, 2022

Despite promises to reform the prior auth process nationally, survey data shows many insurers still fail to comply with consensus changes meant to improve patient care.

MSDC and Coalition Request Prior Auth Hearing

May 18, 2022

The letter signed by numerous national and local associations requests a hearing on B24-655 before the Council's summer recess.

Dr. Laurie Duncan Sets Sail and Pursues Her Dreams

May 13, 2022

Learn more about MSDC Board member and Physician Health Committee member Dr. Laurie Duncan

From Pets to People, Dr. Cashell Knew Medicine Was For Him

May 4, 2022

Learn more about Membership Committee member and veteran Dr. Alan Cashell.

MSDC Named to New Task Force on Healthcare Workforce

May 3, 2022

The task force will make recommendations for local action to support and grow the healthcare workforce.

MSDC Board Discusses Engagement in an Era of BA.2

April 26, 2022

The Board spent time at its April meeting discussing how the modern Society can meet the needs of a changing and challenged profession.

Dr. James Cobey Sails Calmer Waters These Days

April 12, 2022

MSDC member Dr. James Cobey has led a storied career spanning more than five decades.

MSDC, AMA Issue Joint Statement Supporting Prior Auth Reform Bill

April 5, 2022

The Medical Society of DC and American Medical Association share to the Committee on Health why B24-0655 is needed reform in DC medicine.

Living in China as a High School Student established Laura Sander’s Healthcare Career Track

March 28, 2022

Learn more about MSDC member and Sibley Hopkins physician Dr. Laura Sander.

Women and Wellness

March 24, 2022

For Women’s History Month, VIDA Fitness focuses on wellness for women, who often fall into the habit of putting others’ health and wellness needs before their own.