Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 30/09/2026🏆 WSMA President’s Unsung Hero Award goes to Chelsi Goodman, MD for extraordinary service to patients, profession & community - access to obstetric care and expanding early-pregnancy care to volunteering at a free clinic and supporting athletes with disabilities. 000
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Two WSMA members received 2026 Grassroots Advocate Awards for outstanding advocacy: 👏 Claire Brutocao, MD, Spokane, for championing pt safety, physician advocacy & resident engagement. 👏 Daniel Low, MD, Renton, for advocating for low-income & immigrant communities. 001
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Incredible talk that left us wanting more. Thank you for joining us @vinguptamd.bsky.social 141
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Congratulations to Dr. Matt Hollon on his inauguration as WSMA president! Joining him on WSMA Executive Committee are: President-elect Dr. Bindu Nayak; VP Dr. John Scott; Secretary-Treasurer Dr. Colin Fields; and Immediate Past President BridgetBushMD 000
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 28/09/2026Great commentary by WSMA Board member Dr. Kristen Wyrick - To train and retain Washington’s future doctors, look to local med school, clinic partnerships washingtonstatestandard.com/2026/09/25/t...washingtonstatestandard.comCommentary: To train and retain Washington’s future doctors, look to local med school, clinic partnerships • Washington State StandardWashington state needs to do more to boost the supply of medical doctors, a family medicine doctor argues. 000
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 18/09/2026Another example of how @WSMA_update & @AmerMedicalAssn LC are working on behalf of physicians & their ability to treat their patients. www.ama-assn.org/practice-man...ama-assn.orgPatients don’t have right to ambient AI recordings, court saysIn one of the first legal rulings nationwide, a Washington judge says exam-room audio is for administrative purposes. It’s akin to handwritten notes. 000
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 14/08/2026WSMA continues to support the recommendations of the @wadepthealth.bsky.social & West Coast Health Alliance on vaccine guidance. Read more at wsma.org/latest-news/... #yourcareatourcore #physiciandrivenpatientfocused 010
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 05/08/2026Much of the Northwest is already seeing intense wildfire smoke this year, and as a heat dome brings hot temperatures to the west coast this week, the risk of smoky air is increasing. Share these simple tips with friends and family. Learn more: x.com/WSMA_update/...wsma.org 000
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 07/07/2026A new federal report found that Medicaid "ghost networks" are limiting access to maternity care by listing inaccurate provider information. Read how WSMA is advocating for stronger oversight and better access to obstetric care across Washington. wsma.org/latest-news/...wsma.orgFederal Report Finds 'Ghost Networks' Limiting Medicaid Maternity Care Access - WSMAFederal report finds Medicaid "ghost networks" limiting maternity care access as WSMA advocates for stronger oversight. 000
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 26/06/2026Great news for WSMA physician assistant members - US Judge Blocks Trump Administration's New Student Loan Restrictions www.usnews.com/news/us/arti...usnews.com 000
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 09/06/2026Congrats to Washington State Medical Association (WSMA) member Dr. Cundiff on his re-election to @ama-assn.org Council on Science & Public Health. #amamtg #wsma 000
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 08/06/2026Physicians from Washington State Medical Association (WSMA) representing the association, WA state physicians and patients at @ama-assn.org annual meeting #yourcareatourcore 000
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 21/05/2026Connecting families with support services shouldn’t feel complicated. Join the webinar “Help Me Grow WA: Getting Connected for Families with Young Children” on June 8, noon–1 p.m. CME available. Register at us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi... 000
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 20/05/2026Washington physicians and practice staff: Have questions about Medicare’s WISeR prior authorization initiative? Join a lunchtime webinar May 27, noon–1 p.m. with Virtix Health, @WSMA_update, Noridian, and @wahospitals.bsky.social Includes live Q&A. virtixhealth.com/wiser_model/...virtixhealth.comWebinar: What Washington Providers Need to KnowSocial Excerpt (brief post and 5 hashtags): Learn how the WISeR Model affects prior authorization in Washington. Join Virtix Health for a practical, provider-focused webinar and get answers to your qu... 000
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 16/04/2026Are you a book collector & interested in medicine & science? @KingCountyMS is offering a selection of rare & collectible medical & scientific books in partnership with Collins Rare Books. To request the full list of available titles contact info@kcmsociety.org 000
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 16/04/2026Are you a book collector & interested in medicine & science? @KingCountyMS is offering a selection of rare & collectible medical & scientific books in partnership with Collins Rare Books. To request the full list of available titles contact info@kcmsociety.org 000
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 26/03/2026Help Me Grow Washington is supporting physicians by connecting patients to resources, from nutrition to housing, and will partner with WSMA on a new Physicians Foundation grant-funded clinical QI effort. Learn more at: www.wsma.org/ldc 000
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 20/03/2026What does patient’s access to nutrition have to do with your specialty? More than you may realize. At the @WSMA_update LDC, Dr. Ansell will discuss implementing universal social determinants of health screening & how it’s advancing health equity: www.wsma.org/ldc 010
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 20/03/2026On Match Day, we celebrate the next step in a medical student’s training to become a trusted healer & advocate for their patients. This day is a testament to their commitment to heal & save lives. Congrats to all who matched in WA state! More: tinyurl.com/wsmamatch#Yo... #WSMA #medstudents 000
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 11/03/2026Trust between patients &physicians is being challenged by misinformation, politicization of health care, &growing social drivers of health. At the WSMA Leadership Development Conference, learn how to lead as community advocates & trusted voices for evidence-based care. 100
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 06/03/2026Join us for the 2026 Washington State Medical Association (WSMA) Leadership Development Conference in beautiful Chelan, WA. vimeo.com/1170429026?f...vimeo.comYou're Invited: The 2026 WSMA Leadership Development ConferenceWSMA President Bridget Bush, MD, on why all physicians and care teams should attend the 2026 Leadership Development Conference, May 15–16 at Campbell’s… 000
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 19/02/2026Leadership, communication and advocacy. All skills you will develop at this year's Washington State Medical Association (WSMA) Leadership Development Conference is May 15-16, 2026, at Campbell’s Resort on Lake Chelan. Learn more: wsma.org/LDC 000
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 29/01/2026Thank you @WSMA_update members who took the day off to advocate for quality, evidence based care for patients and for policies to help their medical groups and clinics continue to provide access to care for all patients who need it. #Physiciandrivenptfocused #YourCareisatOurCore 110
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 08/01/2026Advocacy is an important part of our work at WSMA. We appreciate the physicians who engage in our work to represent the medical profession and patient community at both the state and national level. www.linkedin.com/pulse/power-...linkedin.comThe Power of AdvocacyWhen I was in college studying political science, I had the opportunity to spend a semester in Washington, D.C. 020
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 19/12/2025WSU selected for state medical association’s first full‑ride student scholarship news.wsu.edu/news/2025/12... news.wsu.edu/news/2025/12...news.wsu.edu 000
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 19/12/2025Pleased to be offering our first medical student scholarship in the new year! news.wsu.edu/news/2025/12... #futurephysicians 000
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 04/12/2025Great piece that explains how Medicare pilot will disrupt seniors access to care. Grateful to @RepRickLarsen @RepDelBene @RepKimSchrier for introducing SMARTER to repeal this intrusion in the exam room. stateline.org/2025/12/04/m...stateline.orgMedicare’s new AI experiment sparks alarm among doctors, lawmakers • StatelineA Medicare pilot program will allow private companies to use artificial intelligence to review older Americans’ requests for certain medical care — and will reward the companies when they deny it. 010
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 17/11/2025Confused about recent news on changes to vaccine schedules and prenatal care? Turn to trusted physician partners to help you navigate important health issues and talk to your doctor if you have questions. Learn more: bit.ly/4nTDTtS #YourCareIsatOurCore 010
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 04/11/2025To help provide Washingtonians with clear, credible guidance on vaccines, the West Coast Health Alliance has issued science-based vaccine recommendations for flu, COVID, and RSV for the fall/winter virus season: bit.ly/4qvCZoX #YourCareIsAtOurCore 020
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 31/10/2025Talking to patients & families about code status & the POLST form can be challenging. If you are looking for guidance, be sure to join us for a one-hour webinar on Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025, noon-1 p.m. Learn more at wsma.org/wsma/events/... #POLST #POLSTEducation 110
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 22/10/2025As a WSMA Corporate Partner, you’ll boost your brand’s reach, influence, and visibility—plus get direct access to key events and publications. Align your brand with the future of medicine. Learn more wsma.org/wsma/about_u... 010
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 24/09/2025At the @WSMA_update we urge you to get your medical advice from physicians and not politicians. Please contact your physician or health care provider if you have questions about your health, vaccines or medications, both over the counter or prescriptions. #yourcareisatourcore 000
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 23/09/2025Please get your medical advice from physicians not politicians. 010
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 08/09/2025Thank you for the conversation, Pierce County Medical Society & hospitality TRA Medical Imaging. Great conversation with local legislators & the physician community about how to alleviate economic pressures & admin burdens on & practices in order to improve access to care 010
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 02/09/2025So proud of the WSMA for speaking out on behalf of physicians and their patients. It is imperative that we fight against barriers to providing patients the best care possible. They deserve nothing less. wsma.org/Shared_Conte... #yourcareisatourcore #physicians #patients #WSMA 010
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 26/08/2025In 2010, WA state uninsured rate was around 15%. Today, it is approximately 4%. This progress is at risk. With Congress currently in its August recess, now is the time to raise this issue directly with your representatives. wsma.org/Shared_Conte... 000
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 22/08/2025Thank you to the Spokane County Medical Society & local legislators for inviting @WSMA_update for a conversation about our advocacy work at the state, federal level as well as before the courts. I enjoyed our conversations & your support of our work. #physiciandriven #WAstateleg 020
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 21/08/2025Great explanatory piece on mRNA technology & vaccines research featuring Prof Deborah Fuller from @uwsom-wwami.bsky.social Dept of Microbiology in today’s Spokesman Review re: cuts to vaccine research funds www.spokesman.com/stories/2025...spokesman.comRFK Jr. poked at vaccine research funds. That could hurt local research, industryThe technology once embraced by President Donald Trump for speeding the development of COVID-19 vaccines is now under scrutiny. 010
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 21/08/2025A new Physicians Foundation survey offers a rare glimpse into how misinformation is reshaping the practice of medicine and affecting the doctor–patient relationship. www.msn.com/en-us/health...msn.comMSN 000
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 20/08/2025Many thanks to the physicians & staff NWWMS for hosting us last night. Enjoyed hearing from our members in their local community & love my new shirt! #physiciandriven #memberfocused 010
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 19/08/2025Did you know WSMA is recognized as an accreditor by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education? If your organization or medical practice wants to offer CME as a benefit to your medical staff, we've got you covered at www.wsma.org/cme 010
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 13/08/2025Our Sept class is filled but spots are still available in our virtual class starting Oct 3. Out of state docs and clinicians are welcome! This popular leadership course, with 40 hours of CME, fills up fast! Register today at t.co/ZYNXoUFUzd! 010
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 13/08/2025Attention Washington State Medical Association (WSMA) members: 📢 Join our members-only online Virtual Reference Committees and Policy Community and share your opinions on proposed resolutions to be debated at this year's Annual Meeting, Sept. 20-21. Go to community.wsma.org/main/groups/... 000
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 11/08/2025@PhysiciansFound is now accepting proposals for the Drivers of Health Grant Program and nominations for the Dr. Buz Cooper Award for Addressing Drivers of Health. Learn more at physiciansfoundation.org/the-physicia... #earlycareerphysicians #driversofhealth 000
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 05/08/2025Are you new to the practice of medicine in WA state? Join us! Whether you are a med student, resident, fellow, MD, DO, PA we welcome you. Learn more at wsma.org 000
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 05/08/2025216,000+ Washingtonians rely on enhanced premium tax credits to afford health care—esp. older adults, rural residents & small biz owners. Congress must act before year’s end to renew them. Protect access to care. Extend APTC. wahbexchange.org/washingtonia... #HealthCareAccess #ActNowwahbexchange.org 000
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 05/08/2025Physicians & PAs: Ready to lead? Join the WSMA Physician Leadership Course, a virtual 40+ hr program built for busy clinicians. 🗓️ Oct. 3–Dec. 12 💻 Online + Live Sessions 🛠️ Build skills medical school skipped Register by Sept. 3 ➡️ wsma.org/WSMA/Physici... #WSMA 000
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 01/08/2025Are your pregnant patients facing hurdles getting their covid-19 vaccine patients? Read today's @WSMA_update to learn why this is happening and what you can do. wsma.org/Shared_Conte...wsma.org Pregnant Patients Face COVID-19 Vaccine Hurdles-Here's What to Know 000
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 31/07/2025If you watch The Pitt, you know. Be prepared #YCIAOC doh.wa.gov/newsroom/doh...doh.wa.govDOH Launches Tool to Help Washingtonians Find Free NaloxoneFor immediate release: July 31, 2025 (25-094) Contact: DOH Communications 000
Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom @wsmaceo.bsky.social · 30/07/2025The doctors at the Washington State Medical Association care about your health - and that includes outside of the exam room. During these hot summer days, be safe. And that includes avoiding contaminated shellfish and beaches. Learn more at doh.wa.gov #yourcareisatourcore 000