Early Career Physicians
Early career physicians and medical students are the future of medicine and they have unique needs, interests and challenges. Early Career Physicians (ECP) is a section dedicated to early career
physicians and medical students.
Purpose: support the development of the early career physician and physicians in training as advocates for the betterment of public health through education, networking, leadership development and programming surrounding the unique needs of the early career physician
Chairs: Matthew Lecuyer, MD and Urvashi Pandit, MD
If you would like to get involved in the Section, sign up here.
Resources for Early Career Physicians in DC
Road to Residency Video Series
Next Step: Residency - Overview (Dr. Jillian Catalanotti, GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences)
Reaching Residency - Personal Statement (2022)
Reaching Residency - Acing Your Residency Virtual Interview (2022)
Financial Wellness for Early Career Physicians
Retirement Savings Challenges for Women and Strategies to Help Overcome Them (Keaton Macut, Asset Strategy Consultants)
Financial wellness for early career physiciansLearn more about MSDC's financial wellness options
Speak with a vetted professional coach or psychologist for free
Young Physicians Section
Physician employee, partner, or owner? 3 paths for young doctors.
Residents and Fellows Section
Coming soon
Medical Student Section
Coming soon
Early Career Physicians Section Activities
Mr. Smith's of Georgetown
3205 K Street NW, Washington, DC
Register Now
Date: August 26, 2026 | Time: 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Location: Mr. Smiths (3205 K St NW), Washington, DC
Cost: Free for MSDC members with drink tickets and food provided
Reconnect. Recharge. Restart Your Fall Journey.
After a summer of rotations, research, and well-deserved breaks, it's time to come together as Washington DC's vibrant medical community. Join us for an evening designed to welcome you back to the nation's capital and celebrate the incredible work you do every day.
- Network with residents, fellows, and medical students from across the DC area
- Meet fellow medical students navigating their clinical years
- Engage with attending physicians who understand your journey
- Build relationships that will support you throughout your training
- Discover new perspectives on medical training in the DC area
- Find your tribe among the next generation of physicians
- Leave feeling energized and motivated for the challenges ahead
Why You Don't Want to Miss This
Let's be honest - medical training is demanding. Between long hours, challenging cases, and the constant pressure to excel, it's easy to feel isolated. This reception is your chance to remember that you're part of something bigger. You're part of a community of healers, innovators, and compassionate professionals who are shaping the future of medicine.
Plus, when's the last time you had an evening out that didn't involve studying, call schedules, or patient presentations? This is your time to simply enjoy good food, great company, and the unique camaraderie that only exists among those who've chosen to dedicate their lives to healing others.
Good food. Great conversations. No pagers allowed.
MSDC Mentorship Program
Do you want to help guide the next generation of physicians? Complete this short form and be paired with a mentee looking for your expertise.
