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 12,000 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,
how to get involved, 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
Retired from Kaiser Permanente Olympia Medical Center
WSMA member since 2007