Medical Society of the District of Columbia

09/26/2025

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09/25/2025

Time is running short to register for the MSDC annual meeting at our lowest price! Don't miss out on our prestigious speakers (Dr. Marks, DC Health's Dr. Bennett), community (over 100 DC area physicians and leaders), nourishment (gourmet food and open bar), and more (free parking). Don't forget to check the annual meeting off your list and register at msdc.org/annualmeeting

09/24/2025

The spring Council Visit Day was so successful, we are doing it again this year!

If you are familiar with "fly-ins" or "physicians in the capital days", you know what this event is is - a chance to meet in person with lawmakers and their staff. We've set aside one day (October 8) and are doing all the scheduling to give you as many chances to meet with Councilmembers as possible. We already have one Councilmember meeting confirmed!

Do you need to take a day off to participate? Not at all.

* Meetings are scheduled throughout the day between 9:00 and 4:30

* Meetings are BOTH virtual and in-person to accommodate your schedule

* MSDC staff arranges the meetings and sends you the options

* MSDC also gives you details and talking points.

You register for the event, check the list of meetings, sign up for what you can attend, and show up at the time and place (online or in the Wilson Building).

Sign up now!

Join physicians and medical students as we meet with DC Council members to discuss important health care issues. In-person and virtual visit options available.

09/23/2025

"As Director of the District of Columbia Department of Health, I designate the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), and the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) as “competent medical or public health organizations” pursuant to D.C. Official Code § 3-1201.01 and D.C. Official Code § 7-1653.01.

Effective immediately, this designation allows Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, and Pharmacy Interns authorized to administer immunizations in the District of Columbia to do so in accordance with the guidelines established by ACOG, AAP, and AAFP."

As Director of the District of Columbia Department of Health, I designate the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), and the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) as “competent medical or public health organizations” pursuant ...

09/23/2025

Join MSDC and the Howard University College of Medicine AMA Chapter for a special mixer on October 21. Attending physicians will have the chance to meet the future of medicine in a casual setting. This is NOT just an event for Howard physicians - all are invited!

Join the future of medicine for a casual event to create new relationships, see colleagues, and enjoy talking about DC medicine. Howard University College of Medicine American Medical Association (AMA) Medical Student Chapter students and faculty leadership will be on hand to share what's new with t...

09/23/2025

Bariatric Symposium - Update 2025
Sat Oct, 18, 2025 at VHC Health (John T. Hazel MD Conference Center). Focus on new and upcoming treatments for obesity, including the latest guidelines, updates and new concepts. This half day course (lectures, panel discussions, and hands-on training) is free (registration is required) and offers 3.5 AMA PRA Cat. 1 credits/3.5 Nursing CE contact hours. Geared towards: physicians, nurse practitioners, dieticians, allied health professionals and students.

7:50 am - 12 noon.
For more info/schedule:
https://www.arlcoms.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Brochure-Update-2025.pdf
To register:
https://www.vhchealth.org/classes-events/search-results-detail/?eventId=62106ea3-4784-f011-a87e-000d3a61151d

09/22/2025

Did you know MSDC has a LinkedIn page? Follow us there for business and practice news https://www.linkedin.com/company/107686448

09/19/2025

Did you see Dr. Winston on NBC Washington yesterday discussing why physician offices charge fees for visits?

Physician offices sometimes charge fees to cover administrative costs that insurance won't pay for. These small fees support the staff and technology your physician office needs, which is important in a world of decreased insurance reimbursement.

MSDC - representing local physicians.

https://www.nbcwashington.com/news/consumer/would-you-pay-an-extra-100-per-year-to-keep-your-doctor-what-to-know-about-admin-fees/3989634/

09/18/2025

We are six weeks away from a not-to-miss event! Grab your lowest price today before prices go up at the end of the month. https://buff.ly/49hcXLS

Socialize with your colleagues over free food and drink at one of DC's most Instagrammable spots. Hear from dynamic speakers about what is going on in local and national healthcare, and end the evening celebrating Dr. Winston and Dr. Lecuyer.

Register now to get the lowest price AND secure your spot. https://buff.ly/49hcXLS

09/17/2025

Physicians play a key role in supporting healthy aging by establishing trusted relationships with patients that lead to better outcomes.

Dr. Edward Bope, a family physician, shares with us the valuable insight he offers to his patients – and more – in this installment of “What Doctors Wish Patients Knew:”

“Healthy aging means avoiding illness as much as possible and dealing with illness when it occurs. We need to pay attention to this because how we age matters.”

During , learn what physicians wish patients knew about healthy aging: https://buff.ly/dvlrAmy

Attention to aging well shouldn’t begin as an older adult. It is important to start young. Four physicians share how patients can practice healthy aging.

09/16/2025

The Business of Medicine: Insights from Private Practice

Meet Our Featured Panelist: Dr. Sattah

Dr. Sattah is a board-certified critical care physician who made the bold transition from nearly a decade of ICU shifts to founding Insight Functional Health, her private practice in Silver Spring, Maryland. Her COVID-19 pandemic experience revealed that conventional medicine often intervenes too late, inspiring her to retrain in functional medicine through prestigious programs including the Institute for Functional Medicine and Dr. Dale Bredesen's cognitive decline reversal protocol.

She successfully navigated the leap from hospital-based employment to entrepreneurship, building a specialized practice focused on neurocognitive health, chronic illness prevention, and complex conditions like Long COVID and autoimmune disease. Dr. Sattah brings unique insights on creating sustainable business strategies while maintaining mission-driven, patient-centered care—including innovative group medical visits and personalized treatment plans.

Join your peers on September 18th, 6:30-8:30 PM at The Women’s Club of Chevy Chase. Register Today! https://buff.ly/ZV5UYjT

09/16/2025

The Business of Medicine: Insights from Private Practice https://buff.ly/ZV5UYjT

Meet Our Featured Panelist: Dr. Shah

Dr. Shah is the President of Sports & Performance Cardiology in Chevy Chase, MD, demonstrating how specialized expertise can drive successful private practice ventures. With his M.D./M.P.H. from Tufts and elite training at Cedars-Sinai, Lenox Hill, and Massachusetts General Hospital, he's built a unique niche practice while maintaining prestigious roles as team cardiologist for USA Swimming and cardiology consultant for the US Olympic & Paralympic Committee.

As an Associate Professor at both Georgetown and Johns Hopkins and Chair-Elect for the American College of Cardiology's Sports & Exercise Section, Dr. Shah exemplifies how to balance academic excellence with entrepreneurial success in specialized medicine.

Join us on September 18th, 6:30-8:30 PM at The Women’s Club of Chevy Chase. Register Today!