OLYMPIA, WA - A Washington Medical Commission (WMC) panel has approved the summary restriction on the license of Ronald M. Sterling, MD (MD00038889) of King County. Dr. Sterling, a psychiatrist, engaged in a sexual relationship with a patient.

Dr. Sterling may not treat female patients while his license is restricted. Dr. Sterling has twenty (20) days to file an appeal, requesting a Show Cause hearing.

Legal documents in this case are available online by visiting the Washington Department of Health Provider Credential Search website.

The Washington Medical Commission promotes patient safety and enhances the integrity of the medical profession through licensing, rule-making, discipline, and education. Learn more about the commission at WMC.wa.gov. Follow the Medical Commission on Facebook and Twitter.

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**This notice is intended to comply with RCW 18.130.110.