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Three Things You Need to Know: 

1) Protect Your Family From COVID-19 - Updated vaccines are available for everyone 6 months and older. Please stay patient and diligent as new COVID-19 vaccines continue to arrive in Washington. We are monitoring access and working on solutions. Learn More [ [link removed] ]

2) Care-A-Van is back on the move! See what services [ [link removed] ] are offered at a clinic near you.

3) Teen Health Hub WA - Young people have questions about their health. Visit Teen Health Hub [ [link removed] ] WA to find answers and more.





QUICK FACT

Washington law protects your right to safe, respectful, and informed healthcare. This includes the right to clear information about your treatment, the ability to make decisions about your care, and protections against discrimination. Visit our webpage [ [link removed] ] for more information. 

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*Public Advisory: Understanding the Risks of Medi-Spas and Aesthetic Procedures*

While Medi-spas and aesthetic treatments can offer cosmetic benefits, it's important to be aware of the risks involved. Procedures like Botox, fillers, laser treatments and IV hydration therapy should always be performed by licensed medical professionals in a safe environment. Infections, scarring, and serious complications can occur when procedures are done improperly or without appropriate medical oversight. Always


* Make sure the person treating you is licensed
* Expect to have an assessment of your current health conditions,
* Ask questions about the risks and benefits, and
* Ask to review medications for labels in English and check the expiration dates.

Prioritize your safety over cost or convenience.

Your health and well-being come first—make informed choices. More Information [ [link removed] ]


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Policies, Guidance & Interpretations

On August 22, 2025, the WMC revised and adopted the Guidance Document "Medical Professionalism" and adopted the Procedure "Interactive and Transparent Development of Evidence-based Policies." Revised and Adopted Guidance Document and Procedure [ [link removed] ]


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Preparedness Starts at Home

This National Preparedness Month, we’re reminded that “preparedness starts at home.” Do you have an emergency plan? Do your family members know what to do? We have many tips to get you started so you and your loved ones can be prepared. Home Emergency Preparedness | Washington State Department of Health [ [link removed] ]


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Upcoming Events

Oct 02 - Personal Appearances [ [link removed] ]

 

Oct 13 - Chapter 246-919 WAC [ [link removed] ]

Allopathic Physicians (MDs) Rules Workshop [ [link removed] ]

 

Oct 20 - Establishing the use of nitrous oxide in office-based surgical settings Rules Workshop [ [link removed] ]

 

Oct 29 - Opioid Prescribing General Provisions for MDs and PAs Rules Workshop [ [link removed] ]

 

Oct 30 - Policy Committee [ [link removed] ]

 

Nov 11 - WMC Offices Closed [ [link removed] ]

 

Nov 20 - Personal Appearances [ [link removed] ]

 

Nov 21 - WMC Business Meeting [ [link removed] ]

 

Nov 27 to 28 - WMC Offices Closed [ [link removed] ]

 

Dec 04 - Policy: Interested Parties [ [link removed] ]

 

Dec 25 - WMC Offices Closed [ [link removed] ]

 

CONTACT US

Washington Medical Commission. 

PO Box 47866 

Olympia, WA 98504-7866 

Phone: 360-236-2750 

WMC.wa.gov [ [link removed] ]

[email protected]

 

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ABOUT THE COMMISSION 

Your WA Medical Commission (WMC) currently regulates about 34,000 licenses, more than 3,000 of which are Physician Assistants. 

The WMC is composed of 21 governor-appointed members, including:


* 13 physicians, one from each congressional district and three at-large positions
* Six public members
* Two physician assistants.

The WMC also employs staff based in Tumwater and Spokane, WA. The professional staff includes attorneys and physicians. 















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