Early Career Sections

Kat Jong, MD
Chair
Psychiatry, Friday Harbor

Amish J. Dave, MD
Rheumatologist, Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, Seattle
Dr. Dave completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Pittsburgh majoring in Russian and Eastern European history, biological sciences, and neuroscience. He completed his medical degree at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine and his internal medicine residency training at Stanford. Dr. Dave did his rheumatology fellowship at Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston and completed his master's in public health at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Dr. Dave is a rheumatologist at Virginia Mason Medical Center practicing in Seattle and on Bainbridge Island. He is a board member of the King County Medical Society Board of Trustees focused on preventing childhood lead exposure and gun violence in Washington state. He is a 2006 Humanity in Action Senior Fellow, a 2007 Sue Mercy Fellow, a member of the Senior Fellows Leadership Council, and a board member of the Humanity in Action Foundation. Dr. Dave is on a member of the Washington Rheumatology Alliance, the American College of Rheumatology, the American College of Physicians, and the Washington State Medical Association.

Jose Carlos Flores Rodarte, MD
Family Medicine, Health Point at SeaTac, Seattle
I was born in Mexico, grew up in California, attended medical school in New York City, then completed my residency in family medicine at the University of Washington. After completing my Chief Year, I started my National Health Service Corps service at HealthPoint SeaTac, an FQHC where I serve a diverse community including a majority Spanish-speaking panel. Aside from the YPS, I am also involved in the Washington Academy of Family Physicians and the American Academy of Family Physicians. In my spare time, I enjoy video games, travel, riding my bike, and time with my two dogs and cat.

Charles Liu, MD
Colorectal surgery, UW Montlake, Seattle
I am a colon & rectal surgeon at the University of Washington Medical Center specializing in the treatment of colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, and benign conditions of the colon, rectum, and anus. In addition to patient care, I conduct research on out-of-pocket spending and financial hardship experienced by patients, in particular those with inflammatory bowel disease, and the impact of health insurance and public policy on patients’ economic and clinical outcomes. I am passionate about improving access to timely, high-quality, and evidence-based surgical care for patients of all backgrounds. Prior to joining UW, I completed my general surgery residency at Stanford University and colon & rectal surgery fellowship at the University of Minnesota.

Tiffany Mathias, MD
Pain Mgmt & Emergency, Coast Injury Medicine, Everett
Dr. Mathias is a proud graduate of the Tulane University School of Medicine. Her curiosity got the better of her when she moved to Oxford, UK to obtain an MBA at the oldest English-speaking University in the world. She specialized in emergency medicine & interventional pain management, and she takes pride in helping patients from all walks of life. She firmly believes that every person deserves access to high quality medical care. Dr. Mathias works to prevent age-related changes to all parts of the body through regenerative medicine treatments. She has published many peer-reviewed research articles and is the author of a book chapter.

Jeremy Oulton, MD
Family Medicine and Geriatrics, University of Washington, Seattle
Dr. Oulton is dedicated to strengthening primary care and addressing the unique needs of geriatric patients. He advocates for physician well-being, LGBTQI healthcare inclusivity, and equitable access to care. With a focus on advancing healthcare policy, Dr. Oulton actively works to improve patient outcomes and support the profession. He fosters collaboration among healthcare providers and policymakers, promoting innovation and enhancing the quality of care.

Elizabeth (Libby) Parker, MD
Anatomic Pathology, University of Washington, Seattle
Dr. Parker is from Alaska, studied biology at Dartmouth College, graduated from the University of Washington School of Medicine, and is currently an Acting Assistant Professor with UW Medicine Laboratory Medicine & Pathology.

Austin Remington, MD
Plastic Surgery, Remington Plastic Surgery, Kirkland
Dr. Austin Remington grew up in Woodinville, Washington and completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Pennsylvania. His education continued at Stanford University School of Medicine, where he solidified his passion for plastic surgery. Dr. Remington completed his residency in plastic and reconstructive surgery at the University of Michigan (Go Blue!) before returning home to the Pacific Northwest. He is active staff at EvergreenHealth Medical Center and works with his father, Dr. Brad Remington, at Remington Plastic Surgery in Kirkland, Washington. In private practice, he enjoys performing a wide range of procedures with a commitment to delivering natural results that restore confidence.

Zoe (Sansted) Taylor, MD
Family Medicine, Lummi Tribal Health Center, Bellingham
Zoe Taylor is a family doctor and clinical informaticist at the Lummi Nation Health Center near Bellingham. She earned an MD/MBA from Columbia University and completed residency and was Chief Resident at the University of Washington Family Medicine Residency in Seattle. She practices broad-spectrum primary care and her clinical passions include substance use disorder treatment and reproductive medicine. She is passionate about closing gaps in access to reproductive care (including abortion) for Alaska Native and Native American patients, as well as pregnancy and reproductive care in patients with substance use disorders. In her administrative role, she is a clinical informaticist and Epic Physician Builder.

Mark Tom, MD
Family Medicine, Optum, Everett
Dr. Tom hails from Chicago but traded Midwest winters for the beautiful Pacific Northwest, where he completed his bachelor’s in physiology at Seattle Pacific University. Before medical school, he gained invaluable experience at Fred Hutch, working in cancer care research and getting to know cancer survivors through the Survivorship clinic. Dr. Tom earned his MD at the University of Washington and completed his residency in Family Medicine at Kootenai Health in Coeur d’Alene. He currently serves as an urgent care physician with Providence Medical Group and locums’ physician at regional critical access hospitals doing full spectrum family medicine through Docs Who Care. When he’s not in the clinic, you’ll find him outdoors adventuring alongside his wife and pup backcountry skiing, mountain biking and trail running.

Alex Wang, MD
Family and Sports Medicine, Valley Medical Center, Remington
Dr. Alex Wang is a board-certified family and sports medicine physician at Valley Medical Center. He earned his undergraduate degree in Integrative Biology from the University of California, Berkeley, and completed his medical education at St. George’s University. He went on to complete his family medicine residency at Rush Copley Medical Center, where he served as the Wellness Chief Resident, followed by a sports medicine fellowship at the University of Texas at Tyler. His professional interests include musculoskeletal care, ultrasound-guided procedures, preventive medicine, and LGBTQ+ health. Originally from Houston and raised in Taiwan, Dr. Wang brings a multicultural perspective to his practice and is passionate about bridging the community-centered nature of sports medicine with the continuity of primary care. Outside of work, he enjoys hiking, running, exploring the Pacific Northwest with his partner and two dogs, and supporting local restaurants and coffee shops.

Brittany Whitaker, DO
Family Medicine, Island Health, Anacortes
In 2018, I completed medical school at the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine in Biddeford, Maine. From there I advanced to a family medicine residency program, at a community hospital in Oregon. Here, I was immersed in a variety of clinical, procedural and obstetric experiences at both regional hospitals and rural general practices, culminating in a chief residency position, and ultimately, board certification in family medicine. I have practiced in Maine, New Hampshire and currently in Washington state. My clinical interests include rural medicine, international/travel and wilderness medicine, and women's health. I am a firm believer in treating the individual, not just the disease, and remembering as well, that each individual is a member of a much larger community. I am passionate about community engagement and eager to cultivate meaningful relationships with colleagues, fostering collaboration and shared success.

Nicolai Wohns, MD

Herbie Yung, MD
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Overlake, Bellevue
Dr. Yung is a fellowship-trained physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) specialist. He is triple board-certified in PM&R, pain medicine and electrodiagnostic medicine. Dr. Yung has extensive knowledge and experience with the latest treatments and techniques for chronic spine, bone, joint, muscle and nerve-related pain. He offers a broad range of treatment options, including epidural steroid injections, facet joint and sacroiliac joint injections, joint injections, radiofrequency ablation, nerve blocks, platelet-rich plasma therapy, spinal cord stimulation and more. Dr. Yung takes a comprehensive approach to patient care, finding the root source of pain and working closely with his patients to ensure they have reduced pain and an improved quality of life. When not at work, he enjoys spending time and having adventures with his wife, kids and Akita dog.

Matthew Grierson, MD
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, Seattle Spine & Sports Medicine, Seattle
WSMA Speaker of the House and AMA Delegate
Dr. Grierson is a board-certified physiatrist with subspecialty board certification in sports medicine. Dr. Grierson earned his medical degree from Boston University and completed his residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation at the University of Washington, where he also served as chief resident. Having experienced his fair share of dance-related injuries, Dr. Grierson appreciates the importance of finding a physician who understands the functional impact of an injury. He is medical director of the Clinic for Performing Artists (CoPA) at Seattle Spine and Sports Medicine and is committed to helping all patients across the spectrum of age, ability, and function. Outside of work, Dr. Grierson assists in shaping health care policy through his work with the WSMA and the American Medical Association. He co-founded a local non-profit (SeaPAM) that provides treatment to local performing artists who otherwise would not have access to care. When he has time, he loves spending time hiking or skiing in the mountains or baking decadent desserts in the kitchen.

Alex Hamling, MD
Pediatrics, Pacific Medical Center Canyon Park, Bothell
Liaison from WSMA Board of Trustees
Dr. Hamling is a board-certified pediatrician working at Pacific Medical Centers at their Bothell campus. He obtained his medical degree from Temple University School of Medicine and his MBA in Healthcare Management from the Fox School of Business at Temple University. He completed his general pediatric residency at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medicine Center. Dr. Hamling serves as PacMed's Culture of Disclosure Physician Champion for process resolution for unexpected medical outcomes during care. He is also active in quality improvement projects focused on pediatric care, including vaccination safety and screening for pediatric obesity and its related diseases. He served two years as the vice chair of the WSMA Young Physicians Section Governing Council, prior to being elected chair in 2017. He also serves on the WSMA CME Program Committee and Bylaws Committee. During his off time, he enjoys geocaching, gardening, walking with his daughter to local coffee shops and dancing (salsa, swing, tango, etc.)

Brett Collins, MD
Dr. Collins was born in Fairbanks, Alaska, and grew up in Boise, Idaho. After earning his B.S. in molecular biology from Colorado State University, he began his medical journey at UW School Of Medicine. Now a third-year anesthesiology resident at the University of Washington, he is engaged in anesthesiology quality improvement initiatives and health advocacy at the state and national levels. He believes strongly in the importance of DEI, harm reduction, and scope of practice. Outside of medicine, he enjoys hiking, gardening, and playing the cello.

Taseen Haque, MD
Taseen Haque is originally from Northern Virginia and attended Duke University for his undergraduate degree, graduating with a B.A. in Public Policy Studies. Afterwards, he spent two years as a Business Analyst at Capital One. He then went to the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, where he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha and Gold Humanism honor societies. He was a research assistant for the Hung Robotics Lab, which helped inspire his interest in urology. Dr. Haque's research interests include applications of machine learning in the assessment of robotic surgery and the delivery of urologic oncology care in the United States. In his free time, he enjoys snowboarding, exploring nature in and around Seattle, and traveling with his family.

Florence Akintan, MD
Family Medicine, CHCW, Yakima
Dr. Florence Akintan is a PGY-2 Family Medicine resident at Central Washington Family Medicine in Yakima, WA. A graduate of Obafemi Awolowo University in Nigeria, she brings a strong background in community-based healthcare, global health, and medical education.

Committed to providing culturally responsive care, Dr. Akintan is an active participant in the LIDERES program—an initiative focused on Spanish language development, leadership, and advocacy for Latino health within her residency. She volunteers regularly at the newly established Yakima Free Clinic, helping to expand healthcare access for individuals experiencing homelessness and those without insurance.
In addition, Dr. Akintan is engaged with the National CHAMP program in Yakima, where she helps advance community initiatives to increase breastfeeding rates throughout Yakima County.
Driven by her passion for advocacy, collaboration, and patient-centered medicine, Dr. Akintan is honored to serve on the Resident & Fellow Section Governing Council of the Washington State Medical Association (WSMA).

Natalie Fuller, MD
Psychiatry, University of Washington, Seattle

Caitlin Anday, MD
Pediatrician, University of Washington, Seattle
Caitlin grew up in Seattle and earned her BA in Biochemistry at Scripps College in Claremont, CA. She attended medical school at Rush Medical College in Chicago IL, and is excited to be back in the Pacific Northwest for Pediatric Residency at Seattle Children’s Hospital / University of Washington. Caitlin has a passion for pediatric critical care, medical education, and wilderness medicine. When not in the hosptial, Caitlin enjoys exploring bookstores, hosting dinner parties, stand-up paddleboarding, and trail running.

Tawny Gonzalez-Yetter, MD
Internal Medicine, Providence, Spokane
Dr. Gonzalez is a third-year internal medicine resident with a passion for primary care, medical education, and healthcare advocacy. Before entering medicine, she worked as a high school teacher, a role that sparked her enduring commitment to teaching and community service. She also held various administrative roles within healthcare, which, alongside her clinical experiences in medical school and residency, fostered a growing interest in health policy. Throughout her training, Dr. Gonzalez has served in several leadership roles, including representing Idaho on the University of Washington School of Medicine’s Service-Learning Advocacy Committee and founding the first Idaho WWAMI Internal Medicine Interest Group. She is honored to serve on the Resident and Fellow Governing Council of the Washington State Medical Association, where she looks forward to contributing to policy discussions and developing her skills as a physician-leader.

Madeline Kossik, MD
General Surgery, Virginia Mason Medical Center, Seattle

Katherine Miotke, DO
Internal Medicine, WSU, Everett
Katie Miotke, DO, is a dedicated resident physician at Washington State University's (WSU) Categorical Internal Medicine Residency, with a strong background in both medical education and community service. Before her residency, she earned her DO from Kansas City University and her BS from the University of Washington. As the Chief Resident Elect for the 2026-2027 academic year, she is committed to medical education. Dr. Miotke's extensive volunteer work includes providing care to underserved populations and refugees in various international and local communities, as well as leadership roles in various organizations.

Loise Wairiri, MD
Radiation Ocology, UWM/Fred Hutch, Seattle
Dr. Wairiri grew up in Kenya. She is a Radiation Oncology Resident at the University of Washington, and a NCI-NIH Fogarty Global Health Fellow (2025–2026). Her interests include implementation science to improve cancer outcomes in low resource populations, radiation oncology education and advocacy, and health care policy. During her free time, she enjoys spending time with family, travelling, and enjoying the sights of the beautiful PNW.

Analise Zapadka, DO
Internal Medicine, VMFH, Tacoma

Matthew Grierson, MD
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Seattle Spine & Sports Medicine, Seattle
WSMA Speaker of the House and AMA Delegate
Dr. Grierson is a board-certified physiatrist with subspecialty board certification in sports medicine. Dr. Grierson earned his medical degree from Boston University and completed his residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation at the University of Washington, where he also served as chief resident. Having experienced his fair share of dance-related injuries, Dr. Grierson appreciates the importance of finding a physician who understands the functional impact of an injury. He is medical director of the Clinic for Performing Artists (CoPA) at Seattle Spine and Sports Medicine and is committed to helping all patients across the spectrum of age, ability, and function. Outside of work, Dr. Grierson assists in shaping health care policy through his work with the WSMA and the American Medical Association. He co-founded a local non-profit (SeaPAM) that provides treatment to local performing artists who otherwise would not have access to care. When he has time, he loves spending time hiking or skiing in the mountains or b g decadent desserts in the kitchen.

TBD at 2025 HOD

Courtney Batts
Courtney grew up in the small town of Sultan and later a6ended Washington State University in Pullman where she received a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology and a minor in psychology. She has a diverse work history prior to starting medical school that helped her develop a unique perspective on the intricacies of delivering quality care. She spent two years managing a rural dental clinic where she gained valuable insight into the operational side of medicine while witnessing the impact that compassionate, patient- centered care can have on individuals in underserved communities. That experience established her love for patient advocacy and as she continues her medical education, she hopes to work collaboratively with others to bridge the gap between health disparities and providing care to those who need it most. Currently, she is a second-year medical student at the Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine – she is an inaugural member of the Student Learning Center’s advisory board, serves as ESFCOM’s OSR representative for the AAMC, and is a co-lead tutor for the school’s SCOPE program. She is excited to work with like-minded peers across the state and bring a fresh perspective to help address the unique challenges and concerns faced by medical students today. Through her role with the WSMA’s Medical Student Section Governing Council, she wants to learn how she can be a vital advocate for positive change within the healthcare landscape.

Gabriella Girolami
Gabi Girolami is a fourth-year medical student at the University of Washington School of Medicine. She brings a unique perspective shaped by her childhood traveling with a carnival before settling in Seattle. She is deeply committed to primary care, patient advocacy, and addressing healthcare disparities. Outside of medicine, Gabi volunteers at a therapeutic riding center, enjoys running, and actively seeks new ways to foster wellness and connection within her community.

Madelyn Hartrim-Lowe
I grew up in Vancouver, Washington, and completed my B.S. in Biology and B.A. in Economics at Wheaton College, just outside of Chicago, Illinois. My path to medicine has been shaped by a variety of experiences, including working with youth through therapeutic riding and 4-H, mentoring students as a lab teaching assistant, and serving as an EMT at Loyola University Medical Center, where I transported underserved patients and gained a deeper understanding of healthcare disparities. Before medical school, I also served as an ambassador for the dairy industry in both the state of Illinois and Clark County, Washington, where I refined my passions for advocacy, public speaking, community outreach, and agricultural health education.
Now a second-year medical student at WSU, I am actively involved in interprofessional initiatives, including an equine-assisted learning project focused on building empathy and collaboration within healthcare teams, and in the leadership of the campus’s AMA chapter, Association of Women Surgeons (AWS) chapter, and General Surgery Interest Group. I am particularly interested in surgical care, health policy, and rural health, and I am always seeking out opportunities to grow and learn more in these areas through hands-on experiences, mentorship, and advocacy. Through my role on the WSMA Medical Student Section Governing Council, I look forward to strengthening our statewide medical student community and engaging more deeply in conversations around healthcare access, physician well-being, and system-level change that supports our growth as future physicians.

Patrick Hewes
Vice chair
From an early age I realized that if you want something to change, the best course of action is to create that change yourself. The difficulty I’ve encountered with advocacy is understanding how to create that change and keep the momentum from it going in a complex and ever-changing environment. As the vice chair this year, I’m excited to use my position to further my work on enhancing financial sustainability for medical students, and to help current and future students gain the skills and knowhow to pursue their own advocacy goals.

Isabel Iral-Dragich
Isabel “Izy” is currently a second year medical student at the University of Washington, Spokane campus. She is a proud first generation Filipino-American who grew up in Silverdale, Washington and completed her undergraduate studies at Whitworth University, majoring in Health Science and minoring in Philosophy. In college, her experience working as a CNA during COVID, taking classes in health policy, competing with the university Ethics Bowl team, and conducting health disparities research with the surgical department at the University of Alabama at Birmingham opened her eyes to how physicians could address things like social determinants of health to help make systemic policy changes to benefit patients. She furthered this interest by pursuing her Master’s degree in Bioethics, with a focus in Health Policy, during her gap year.
Her involvement with the WSMA began when she attended the 2024 WSMA HOD meeting as a first year medical student and saw firsthand how she could use her passion for advocacy. She was elected to be the Spokane Medical Student Association (MSA) Liaison to the AMA, WSMA, and Spokane County Medical Society, and lobbied for healthcare reform in Olympia with the Health Equity Circle group. She is also the AMA Medical Student Section (AMA-MSS) Delegate for UW Spokane, and plays an active role in getting students involved in advocacy efforts. She is very excited to work with other students to help shape resources and increase involvement of medical students in the WSMA by serving on the WSMA-MSS Governing Council.
With her husband, family, and friends, she loves to travel, eat yummy food, and try new things like skydiving or swimming with sharks. She is also an avid New York Times gamer, and her favorite game is Connections.

Myranda Nguyen
Myranda immigrated from Vietnam to Washington with her family in 2016. She is currently a second-year medical student at the University of Washington School of Medicine in Spokane. Her journey into medicine is deeply rooted in personal experiences accessing healthcare as an immigrant and her service as an AmeriCorps member, where she participated in campaigns and initiatives that addressed food insecurity in underserved communities across King County. Myranda is passionate about addressing healthcare disparities through advocacy, leadership, and health equity research. As a representative on the Service Learning Advisory Committee for the Spokane cohort of UWSOM and a member of the Governing Council on the Medical Student Section of WSMA, she hopes to contribute her skills, experience, and background to support WSMA’s mission and initiatives, promoting equitable, sustainable, and comprehensive healthcare.

Noushyar Panahpour Eslami
Noushyar grew up in Edmonds, where he served as the student representative to the Edmonds City Council during his senior year of high school, before attending the University of Washington for his undergraduate degrees in chemistry and biochemistry. His journey to medicine began toward the end of his time at UW when he started working at Harborview Medical Center, researching the non-medical factors that affect both individual health and physician decision-making. This experience sparked a desire to understand the role of policy in medicine, which led him to pursue an MPH in Health Policy at the Yale School of Public Health. While in Connecticut, Noushyar completed a practicum course working in the Connecticut State Legislature, focusing on bills addressing the opioid crisis. He is currently a second-year medical student at WSU, where he also serves as the President of the Medical Student Council. Having returned home to Washington for medical school, he hopes to continue learning more about health policy and applying his prior experience to address healthcare needs in the state.

Emily Simmons
Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences, Yakima
Emily grew up in rural Nebraska and attended college at the Universities of Wyoming, Alabama, and Nebraska-Lincoln. She received her bachelor’s degree in Spanish with minors in Economics and Psychology. Leading up to medical school, she worked as the lead anesthesia technician at Children’s Hospital and Medical Center Omaha, as a volunteer Spanish medical interpreter at Healing Gift Free Clinic, and as a critical care patient care technician at Nebraska Medicine. Through these roles, she gained an appreciation for interprofessional collaboration, clinical education and mentorship, and the unique challenges present when caring for underserved communities. Her past volunteer roles include serving as an ESL citizenship course tutor, in-patient children’s rehab aide, elementary student mentor, therapeutic riding aide, and adapted athlete CrossFit coach. As a physician, she hopes to make a positive and meaningful impact in the lives of others. She is passionate about physical rehabilitation, language access, preventive care, patient education, and mentorship. As a first-year medical student at Pacific Northwest University, she is excited to advocate for fellow medical students across Washington and learn more about healthcare policy through her role with the WSMA’s Medical Student Council. Prior to medical school, she enjoyed working at a winery and as an interior design assistant. Now living in Yakima, WA, and in the midst of medical school, she enjoys biking, hiking, trying new restaurants, and traveling.

Atika Singh
Atika Singh is a fourth-year medical student at Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences, committed to advancing health equity and improving care for underserved communities. She earned her undergraduate degree in Biomedical Physics from Wayne State University, where she was involved in clinical research on heart failure, stroke, brain injury, and sepsis, experiences that sparked her interest in public health and healthcare access. She went on to complete a Master of Science in Public Health at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, where she conducted research on medically tailored meals and nutrition therapy for low-income adults with type 2 diabetes. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Atika worked as a Senior Clinical Research Coordinator and contributed to a national outpatient treatment study using convalescent plasma. In medical school, she continues her advocacy through mentorship in the Roots to Wings program and as a volunteer crisis counselor with Crisis Text Line. She has also served as both an alternate delegate and delegate to the WSMA & AMA MSS, gaining valuable experience collaborating with peers to amplify the student voice in organized medicine. Atika looks forward to continuing her work at the intersection of medicine, public health, and community engagement.

Jamie Spawn

Evan Thomas

Johan Velo

JulieAnn Uh
Chair

Tara Wilfert
Tara was raised on the outskirts of London, growing up in a multicultural family with roots in Lebanon and Germany. A graduate of Wellesley College and now a second-year medical student at UWSOM, she previously worked in healthcare consulting at Accenture, where she developed a passion for quality improvement and enhancing patient care systems. As Vice-President for her medical school class, Tara is committed to supporting her peers and advocating for her community. Her involvement with WSMA began in attending WSMA’s 2024 Legislative Summit and Leadership Development Conference, and she loved being surrounded by physicians passionate about shaping health policy and furthering WSMA’s vision. Grateful for the opportunity to contribute, she is excited to bring her enthusiasm for community involvement and healthcare advocacy to the Medical Student Section governing council and looks forward to collaborating with the other council members to support the next generation of healthcare leaders in Washington.

Matthew Grierson, MD
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, Seattle Spine & Sports Medicine, Seattle
WSMA Speaker of the House and AMA Delegate
Dr. Grierson is a board-certified physiatrist with subspecialty board certification in sports medicine. Dr. Grierson earned his medical degree from Boston University and completed his residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation at the University of Washington, where he also served as chief resident. Having experienced his fair share of dance-related injuries, Dr. Grierson appreciates the importance of finding a physician who understands the functional impact of an injury. He is medical director of the Clinic for Performing Artists (CoPA) at Seattle Spine and Sports Medicine and is committed to helping all patients across the spectrum of age, ability, and function. Outside of work, Dr. Grierson assists in shaping health care policy through his work with the WSMA and the American Medical Association. He co-founded a local non-profit (SeaPAM) that provides treatment to local performing artists who otherwise would not have access to care. When he has time, he loves spending time hiking or skiing in the mountains or baking decadent desserts in the kitchen.

TBD at 2025 HOD