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DC Health Issues Temporary License Extensions Until Oct. 31 for Some Licensees

September 22, 2021

DC Health extends temporary license provisions for practitioners based on their type of facility.

AMA Report: Sharp Decreases in Opioid Prescribing and Increases in Drug-Related Overdose and Death

September 21, 2021

MSDC and the AMA lay out a series of recommendations to combat the epidemic of drug-related overdoses and deaths.

MSDC Recognizes National Physician Suicide Awareness Day

September 17, 2021

The Medical Society of the District of Columbia is committed to raising awareness of the physician suicide epidemic.

MSDC Welcomes Kimberly Pittmon to Staff

September 15, 2021

MSDC adds an association membership veteran to the team in anticipation of a new membership model in 2022.

Evacuating wounded from Pentagon, Sept 11 2001

MSDC Reflects on September 11, 2001

September 10, 2021

MSDC leaders share their perspectives on September 11, 2001.

MSDC email to members on the COVID vaccine requirements and CME

September 7, 2021

MSDC has created a guide to help members sift through the changing COVID requirements for healthcare licensees.

Mayor Bowser Issues Emergency Order Addressing MedStar's MCO Status

September 3, 2021

MSDC joins letter with DC Hospital Association, DC Primary Care Association, DC Behavioral Health Association, and DC Health Care Association urging Council and Mayor to create long-term solution.

Dr. Pineda swears in Dr. Emanuel as president

MSDC Announces 2022 Leadership Slate

September 2, 2021

The slate includes five at-large Board members, two AMA delegation members, and the president-elect.