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MSDC President Testifies at DC Health Oversight Hearing

March 19, 2021

Dr. Emanuel emphasized the importance of DMV licensure policies, supporting physician wellbeing programs, and fully funding HPLRP

Wolf, Muriel

March 17, 2021

National Women's History Month Member Spotlight: Muriel Wolf, MD, was one of five women in a class of 80 when she attended medical school at Yale.

MSDC Names Medical Award Recipients Who Exemplified Excellence and Service Last Year and Beyond

March 9, 2021

MSDC names award winners who symbolize visionary healthcare leadership. Awards will be presented at a virtual ceremony on Friday evening, May 14, 2021.

CDC: Get Your Vaccine, Hug Your Grandkids

March 9, 2021

For the first time, the CDC lays out allowances for fully vaccinated people to resume pre-2020 activities.

DC Launches New COVID Vaccine Website

March 8, 2021

DC's new system allows pre-registration followed by offering appointments as they become available.

MSDC to Mayor: Thank You for Gun Violence Public Health Crisis Declaration

March 4, 2021

MSDC thanked the mayor for declaring gun violence a crisis and asked for more physician input in the solutions.

MSDC President Testifies at DHCF Oversight Hearing

March 4, 2021

Dr. Emanuel advocated for better support and reimbursement for physicians as well as funding postpartum care for 12 months.

Candilis, Philip

March 4, 2021

Member Spotlight: Meet MSDC member Philip Candilis, MD, Director of Medical Affairs at Saint Elizabeth's Hospital.

DC Modifies Healthcare Workplace Quarantine Requirements

March 3, 2021

The widespread vaccination of healthcare workers means healthcare locations do not necessarily need to isolate staff exposed to COVID.

DC Racial Equity Office Issues Vaccine Recommendations

March 3, 2021

The report examines why the number of Black and Hispanic residents vaccinated is so low and what can be done to address this.

PDMP to Physicians: Mandatory Requirements Coming Online

March 3, 2021

Reporting requirements are coming for physicians registered in the PDMP.

Physicians Seeing Increased Cancer False Positives Due to Vaccine Side-Effect

March 2, 2021

Physicians need to be aware patients may have scans that show enlarged lymph nodes that are a natural reaction to the vaccine.

Who Are the Members of the District Council?

February 24, 2021

Learn who makes up the DC Council and how to best reach out to them on advocacy issues.

FDA Finds Janssen COVID Vaccine Safe for Use

February 24, 2021

The J&J vaccine could widen the number of people quickly vaccinated from COVID-19.

MSDC Board of Directors Discusses Equitable Pay in Medicine, Unconscious Bias

February 23, 2021

The Board reviewed recommendations and reports on key initiatives including health equity in the medical profession.

DC To Offer Vaccines to Residents With Pre-Existing Conditions In March

February 18, 2021

DC moved to the next tier today, and will greatly expand vaccine availability in the coming weeks.

Monahan, Brian

February 18, 2021

Member Spotlight: Meet MSDC member Rear Admiral Brian Patrick Monahan, MD, MACP, the Attending Physician of the U.S. Congress and U.S. Supreme Court

Mayor Declares Gun Violence a Public Health Emergency

February 17, 2021

Mayor Bowser announced new initiatives to combat gun violence in the District.

House COVID Package Includes DC Catch-Up Funds

February 11, 2021

DC is in line to receive money not included in last year's CARES Act

CDC - Vaccinated People Can Avoid Quarantine After COVID Exposure

February 11, 2021

CDC's new guidance allows healthcare facilities to ease staff burdens and reflects vaccine effectiveness.