Message from the Chair
Karen Domino, MD, MPH
In this newsletter, I am introducing you to a new Washington Medical Commission (WMC) program, the Practitioner Support Program (PSP). The goal of this program is to help physicians and physician assistants (PAs) proactively address complaints and practice concerns through education and/or practice changes. PSP is not a disciplinary action and is not reportable to the National Practitioner Data Bank or the Federation of State Medical Boards. Continue Reading
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Avoid Licensing Delays
The Department of Health is upgrading the licensing and credentialing system for health professionals and facilities. To complete the next phase, the systems will be unavailable during President’s Day weekend.
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Social Support Services
Physicians play a pivotal role in identifying and addressing issues that affect patients’ health. However, for practitioners in solo or medium-sized practices, this level of support is not readily available, and this dual role of bridging the gap between clinical care and social services falls on the providers. Continue Reading
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QUICK FACT
Scams Targeting Healthcare Practitioners Continue, Be Alert. Learn how to spot and report scammers.
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Opioid Prescribing for Chronic Pain Patients
The WMC is finalizing opioid prescribing rules for allopathic physicians (MDs) and physician assistants (PAs). These rules focus on exempting patients with Sickle Cell Disease, clarifying that not all chronic pain patients require tapering off opioids, and specifying that treatment decisions should not rely solely on a single aberrant biological test result. Continue Reading
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Fostering a Resilient and
Thriving Healthcare Workforce
This year, Washington Physicians Health Program (WPHP) refreshed our mission statement to better reflect our purpose: WPHP is Washington’s trusted resource for restoring the health of medical professionals. Our confidential support and exceptional outcomes provide reassurance of safe practice and promote workforce sustainability. Continue Reading
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2025 Notice of Recruitment
The Washington Medical Commission (WMC) is currently accepting applications to fill upcoming vacancies. The WMC helps make sure physicians and physician assistants are competent and provide quality medical care. Learn More
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Upcoming Webinars
2025 Legislative Session Kick-off
January 8, 2025
12:00 - 1:00pm PST
Join the Washington Medical Commission (WMC) Legislative Team for a preview of what to expect during the 2025 legislative session. We will be focusing on pre-filed bills that would impact Physicians, Physician Assistants and the general practice of medicine. Take a break with the commission and bring your questions! Register
How to Report Discrimination to the WMC
February 5, 2025
11:00am - 12:00pm PST
Coffee with the Commission is a time for the WMC to share initiatives and impacts to health care providers and communities. During this edition of Coffee with the Commission, Mahi Zeru, Equity and Social Justice Manager, will walk attendees through the discrimination section of the WMC complaint form and discuss examples of the different types of discrimination present in the health care setting. This will be a short presentation with plenty of time for your questions and discussion. Register
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