Why Join the WSMA?
The WSMA is the only professional organization that represents the
interests and priorities of all physicians in Washington state. Our
vision is to make Washington the best place to practice medicine and
receive care.
Our members—more than 11,000 physicians, physician assistants, resident
physicians and medical students (and counting) from all specialties and
practice settings—come together to influence public policy impacting
health care delivery and shape the future of the profession.
Learn more about
how the WSMA helps you practice medicine, the
benefits
of WSMA membership,
special discounts
available only to members, and
how, together, we are changing health care for the better in
Washington.
Top Reasons to Join the WSMA Today
WSMA physician leaders and members on why you should join the WSMA.
Hear from Members on Why They Joined the WSMA
"I've served the WSMA on the CME committee, Young Physicians
Section governing council, bylaws committee, and the board of
trustees. The WSMA has a place for, and interest in, all
physicians. Each position was unique, fun, and I feel that I
can make a difference for other physicians and my patients."
Alexander Hamling, MD, MBA, FAAP
Pediatrician
Pacific Medical Centers, Bothell/Canyon Park Clinic
WSMA member since 2015
"The WSMA is our primary voice as physicians that helps us be
the best advocates for our patients. Any feelings of burnout I
once had have been resolved by being an active advocate for
patients and colleagues. Helping to create positive change is
incredibly gratifying."
Avanti Bergquist, MD
Psychiatrist
Eating Recovery Center and Insight Behavioral Health
WSMA member since 2012
"The WSMA is the voice of Washington physicians, who are
essential in protecting and promoting the health of the
public. I joined the WSMA knowing that it is a key partner in
strengthening ties between the governmental public health
system and practicing physicians, and that it takes a
leadership role in developing policies to improve the health
of all Washington residents."
Alan Melnick, MD, MPH, CPH
Public Health & General Preventive Medicine, Family Medicine
Clark County Public Health
WSMA member since 2007
"Given the unprecedented changes impacting the practice of
medicine today, it is reassuring to know that WSMA remains
steadfast in its mission as a partner and advocate for the
practicing physician in Washington state."
Okechukwu "OK" Ojogho, MD, MMM, FACS
Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center and Children's Hospital,
Spokane
Transplant surgeon
WSMA member since 2011
"The WSMA is the only professional organization that represents
the interests and priorities of all physicians in Washington
state. In this changing health care climate, having a voice is
so important. The WSMA has expanded my knowledge and skills on
advocacy and professional development, which I have put to
good use."
Annie Iriye, MD
OB-GYN
Recently retired from Kaiser Permanente Olympia Medical Center
WSMA member since 2007