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The Washington State Department of Health’s Office of Health Professions, in coordination with the Office of Investigative and Legal Services, is recruiting expert witnesses to support their work in regulating dental healthcare professionals.

Expert witnesses play a vital role in protecting the public by providing professional review and testimony in cases involving credentialed health professionals. Their expertise helps ensure that Washington Dental Commission's (WDC) licensing and disciplinary processes are fair, accurate, and grounded in sound clinical judgment.

WDC is currently seeking the following licensed professionals:

• Dentist
• Specialty Dentist

What does it involve?

Expert witnesses review case materials, provide written opinions, and may be called upon to testify in administrative hearings. Participation is on an as-needed basis, and expert witnesses are compensated for their time and expertise.

Why participate?

• Contribute to upholding professional standards in your field
• Supporting the integrity of Washington’s dental workforce
• Play a direct role in protecting patients and the public
• Expert witness work is compensated

If you are interested in serving as an expert witness, please complete this form:

• Washington Department of Health Expert Witness Interest Form

Questions? Contact doh.information@doh.wa.gov.