About Us

Our mission

Our primary mission as an association is to provide the opportunity for continuing education to our members and to promote the improvement of professional knowledge and skills and to advocate quality initiatives that relate to the verification and on-going assessment of competency of individuals who provide health care.

What we do

WAMSS is a professional association for individuals in the Medical Staff Services field. Our primary mission is to provide the opportunity for continuing education to our members and to promote the improvement of professional knowledge and skills, and to advocate quality health care.

Our history

Founded in 1980, WAMSS has grown from a few individuals to over 160 members, representing over 100 healthcare institutions. Our association has evolved from a membership of mostly hospital-based individuals to a diverse group representing the entire spectrum of healthcare. Today, across the State of Wisconsin in almost every organization providing healthcare services, you will find a skilled and experienced professional responsible for verifying the credentials of healthcare practitioners.

About our staff

WAMSS is governed by an elected and appointed Board of Directors. Information on the current board members can be found on this web-site here.

What makes us unique

WAMSS provides career enhancement through its initiative to promote the Medical Staff Services profession and provides peer networking opportunities through its structured educational activities.

In working toward fulfillment of its mission, WAMSS values contributions from its diverse membership. WAMSS encourages and recognizes the abilities of every member of any age, appearance, disability, ethnicity, gender, geographic location, nationality, professional level, race, religion, and sexual orientation and welcomes their participation at all levels of the organization, on its board of directors and committees.  

Join us!

To share in the benefits of WAMSS educational, networking, and informational opportunities, return your completed application today!

PLEASE NOTE: If paying by check, you will not have access to the "MEMBER AREA" until the invoice is paid & received within the system.

WAMSS Membership Application