WA Docs in Action

Dr. Phyllis Cavens
Attended the Early Learning Summit and is working to increase access to well child care from birth on to ensure that children are ready to learn when they enter kindergarten.

Dr. Robert A. Crittenden
Created Kids Get Care to ensure that children are able to receive health care regardless of their health insurance status. 

Dr. Diana Lindner
Volunteers for the "Getting School Ready" Team to ensure that children are socially, emotionally, and physically prepared for school.

Dr. Phillip McGuiness
Evaluates grants for the Foundation for Early Learning in Clark County, Washington.

Dr. Michelle Terry
A Physician Advocacy Fellow who is actively involved in advocacy for expansion of home visiting programs, mental health and other topics related to school readiness.

Dr. Rupin Thakkar
Recent article published in Pediatrics addresses the impact of television content on young children.