For immediate release: Aug. 17, 2009 (09-131)

Contacts:
Michael L. Farrell, Medical Quality Assurance Commission 509-329-2186
Gordon MacCracken, Communications Office 360-236-4072

OLYMPIA ¾ The Medical Quality Assurance Commission has immediately suspended the medical license of Seattle physician David T. Potter (MD00046532).

The statement of charges alleges Potter is unable to practice with reasonable skill and safety because of a mental condition.

Potter cannot practice medicine in Washington until the charges are resolved. He has 20 days to respond to the charges and to request a hearing.

Legal documents in this case are available by calling 360-236-4700 or online by clicking the link to "Provider Credential Search" on the agency home page (www.doh.wa.gov).

The Medical Quality Assurance Commission protects and promotes public health, safety, and welfare in Washington by regulating doctors’ competency and quality. The commission develops rules, policies, and procedures to promote delivery of high-quality health care to state residents.

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