Washington Medical Commission

Washington Medical Commission The purpose of the Washington Medical Commission (WMC) is to protect the public by ensuring quality

The Commission

It is the purpose and responsibility of the Medical Quality Assurance Commission (MQAC) to protect the public by assuring quality healthcare is provided by physicians and physician assistants. The commission establishes, monitors, and enforces qualifications for licensure, consistent standards of practice, and continuing competency. The commission currently regulates about 30,000

licenses, over 2,500 of which are PAs. Rules, policies, and procedures developed by the commission promote the delivery of quality healthcare to the people in Washington. The commission is composed of 21 governor-appointed members and pro-tem members appointed by the Department of Health Secretary. There are opportunities each June for new Commission member candidates to be considered.

This Pride Month the Washington Medical Commission remembers Dr. Louise Pearce (1885–1959) a pioneering physician and pa...
06/08/2026

This Pride Month the Washington Medical Commission remembers Dr. Louise Pearce (1885–1959) a pioneering physician and pathologist whose research helped develop a life-saving treatment for Human African Trypanosomiasis. One of the first women scientists at the Rockefeller Institute, she broke barriers in medicine and is remembered as an important figure in both scientific and LGBTQ+ history.

Check out our Spring Newsletter to stay up to date on legal actions, rule making, messages from our chair, and much more...
05/29/2026

Check out our Spring Newsletter to stay up to date on legal actions, rule making, messages from our chair, and much more!

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The Washington Medical Commission wishes peace, joy, and good health to all those celebrating Eid. May this special occa...
05/27/2026

The Washington Medical Commission wishes peace, joy, and good health to all those celebrating Eid. May this special occasion bring comfort, reflection, and togetherness to you, your families, and communities. Eid Mubarak!

05/27/2026

Knowing your rights matters.

The Washington State Attorney General’s Office has created a “Know Your Rights” webpage with easy-to-find information about healthcare, workplace rights, consumer protections, immigration, and more.

This resource can help Washingtonians better understand their rights and where to get help if they need it.

Learn more here: www.atg.wa.gov/know-your-rights

In observance of Memorial Day, our offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, as we honor and remember the brave men and ...
05/25/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, our offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, as we honor and remember the brave men and women lost in service to our country.

We wish everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

During EMS Week, we recognize the dedicated professionals who provide lifesaving care every day across Washington State....
05/18/2026

During EMS Week, we recognize the dedicated professionals who provide lifesaving care every day across Washington State. Thank you for your compassion, skill, and commitment to serving communities during their most critical moments.

The WMC is sharing on behalf of the Orthotics and Prosthetics Advisory Committee. They are looking for a licensed physic...
05/11/2026

The WMC is sharing on behalf of the Orthotics and Prosthetics Advisory Committee. They are looking for a licensed physician in WA that specializes in orthopedic medicine, surgery or physiatry to help improve the standards of orthotic and prosthetic care across our state. If you know of a physician who might be a great fit, please pass this along.

Learn more at https://doh.wa.gov/licenses-permits-and-certificates/professions-new-renew-or-update/orthotist-and-prosthetist/orthotics-and-prosthetics-advisory-committee

Application:
https://doh.wa.gov/sites/default/files/legacy/Documents/Pubs/600032.pdf

Submit Application and resume to [email protected]
Applications deadline June 30, 2026.

This Public Service Recognition Week, we extend our sincere gratitude to the dedicated professionals who serve Washingto...
05/07/2026

This Public Service Recognition Week, we extend our sincere gratitude to the dedicated professionals who serve Washington’s patients every day. To our staff, commissioners, doctors, physician assistants, and CAAs, thank you for all you do to keep our communities safe and strong!

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! The Washington Medical Commission recognizes May as Mental Health Awareness Month ...
05/06/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! The Washington Medical Commission recognizes May as Mental Health Awareness Month - an important time to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and support those affected by mental health conditions.

Mental health is health. Let’s keep the conversation going. 💚

Yesterday, Governor Ferguson signed SB 5185 into law, creating a new pathway for internationally trained physicians to b...
03/25/2026

Yesterday, Governor Ferguson signed SB 5185 into law, creating a new pathway for internationally trained physicians to become fully licensed to practice primary care in Washington.

This builds on an existing program that’s already working, helping bring more qualified doctors into our communities, strengthening oversight, and improving access to care for patients across the state.

Thank you to Senator Saldaña for sponsoring this bill and for all of her efforts to advance it, and a special thank you to everyone who helped move this legislation forward, especially the internationally trained physicians who have spent years filling critical gaps and expanding access to care for communities across Washington.

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Tumwater, WA
98501

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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