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Conversations from a physician perspective. CME available where indicated. The official podcast channel of the Washington State Medical Association. The WSMA represents nearly 13,000 physicians, resident physicians, medical students, and physician assistants from nearly all specialties and practice types across Washington.

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    Episode 1: Estate Planning - Financial Considerations for Mid-Career Physicians

    In this episode, Jim Wilson explains the most common estate planning documents, alternative documents that may be beneficial, the importance of properly registered assets, and estate tax considerations particularly for Washington state residents. The WSMA has partnered with Northern Capital Management to produce a four-part series focused on the many financial considerations for mid-career physicians. The series is hosted by the WSMA President, Dr. Bridget Bush, MD who is joined by Jim Wilson, a Financial Advisor and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® with Northern Capital Management. Jim Wilson has worked extensively with medical practitioners for more than three decades and brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the discussion. The series takes a deep dive into areas that are fundamental to the financial planning process, including common pitfalls and how to avoid them. The podcast is available to all physicians and health professionals either as audio or audio and video. The WSMA is a client of Northern Capital Management and receives compensation for promoting their services resulting in an inherent conflict of interest. Disclosure For a video version, click here.

    26 min

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    Episode 2: Risk Management - Financial Considerations for Mid-Career Physicians

    In this episode, Jim Wilson dives into the benefits of various insurance products and how they may be used effectively to mitigate your financial risk in the event an untimely death or disability. The WSMA has partnered with Northern Capital Management to produce a four-part series focused on the many financial considerations for mid-career physicians. The series is hosted by the WSMA President, Dr. Bridget Bush, MD who is joined by Jim Wilson, a Financial Advisor and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® with Northern Capital Management. Jim Wilson has worked extensively with medical practitioners for more than three decades and brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the discussion. The series takes a deep dive into areas that are fundamental to the financial planning process, including common pitfalls and how to avoid them. The podcast is available to all physicians and health professionals either as audio or audio and video. The WSMA is a client of Northern Capital Management and receives compensation for promoting their services resulting in an inherent conflict of interest. Disclosure For a video version, click here.

    27 min

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    Episode 3: Investment Management - Financial Considerations for Mid-Career Physicians

    In this episode, Jim Wilson provides clarity on the various types of investment vehicles and their characteristics, how Advisors are typically compensated for managing investment assets, and common approaches to allocating your contributions within your employer retirement plan. The WSMA has partnered with Northern Capital Management to produce a four-part series focused on the many financial considerations for mid-career physicians. The series is hosted by the WSMA President, Dr. Bridget Bush, MD who is joined by Jim Wilson, a Financial Advisor and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® with Northern Capital Management. Jim Wilson has worked extensively with medical practitioners for more than three decades and brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the discussion. The series takes a deep dive into areas that are fundamental to the financial planning process, including common pitfalls and how to avoid them. The podcast is available to all physicians and health professionals either as audio or audio and video. The WSMA is a client of Northern Capital Management and receives compensation for promoting their services resulting in an inherent conflict of interest. Disclosure For a video version, click here.

    29 min

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    Episode 4: Financial Planning Considerations

    In this episode, Jim Wilson takes a holistic approach by bringing the topics from the prior three episodes together to highlight common financial planning pitfalls and how to avoid them. The WSMA has partnered with Northern Capital Management to produce a four-part series focused on the many financial considerations for mid-career physicians. The series is hosted by the WSMA President, Dr. Bridget Bush, MD who is joined by Jim Wilson, a Financial Advisor and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® with Northern Capital Management. Jim Wilson has worked extensively with medical practitioners for more than three decades and brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the discussion. The series takes a deep dive into areas that are fundamental to the financial planning process, including common pitfalls and how to avoid them. The WSMA is a client of Northern Capital Management and receives compensation for promoting their services resulting in an inherent conflict of interest. Disclosure The podcast is available to all physicians and health professionals either as audio or audio and video. For a video version, click here.

    37 min

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    2026 Legislative Session Update: Field of Bills Narrows as First Cutoff Deadline Passes

    Week of February 9, 2026: WSMA-opposed scope bills that didn’t survive the first cutoff deadline of session. With the first policy cutoff of session in the rearview mirror, WSMA Associate Director of Legislative Advocacy Alex Wehinger gives a status update on several WSMA-opposed bills, including proposed scope of practice expansions for naturopaths and psychologists. For a video version, click here.

    2 min

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    2026 Legislative Session Update: WSMA Priority Bills Advance

    Week of January 26, 2026: As we enter week three of the state legislative session, WSMA Lobbyist Malorie Toman gives an update on WSMA priority bills to ensure patient access to preventive care, including vaccinations. For a video version, click here.

    2 min

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    2026 Legislative Session Begins

    Week of January 19, 2026: An overview of our priority issues for the "short" 60-day session. The 2026 Washington state legislative session kicked off last Monday, Jan. 12, and WSMA's government affairs team in Olympia will be providing weekly episodes throughout session to keep you updated on our advocacy efforts. In our first update, WSMA Senior Director of Government Affairs and Policy Sean Graham gives a rundown of what to expect this session and the priority issues the WSMA will be focused on. For a video version, visit the WSMA website.

    5 min

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    2026 Legislative Session Preview

    Join WSMA’s government affairs team for a legislative update. They run through WSMA's priority issues for the 2026 session and everything else in Olympia that will be impacting patient care and the physician community when session starts on Jan. 12. For a video version, visit the WSMA website. Webinar live record date: January 7, 2028

    57 min
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Conversations from a physician perspective. CME available where indicated. The official podcast channel of the Washington State Medical Association. The WSMA represents nearly 13,000 physicians, resident physicians, medical students, and physician assistants from nearly all specialties and practice types across Washington.

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    Washington State Medical Association
  • Años de actividad
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodios
    55
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