Orcas Medical Foundation (OMF) has received a letter of intent from University of Washington Medicine, expressing interest in “assuming the operation and management of the primary care medical clinic currently known as Orcas Medical Center on or about July 1, 2017,” according to the letter from Debra Gussin, Executive Director of UW Neighborhood Clinics (UWNC). Catherine Henderson, President of the OMF Board of Directors, said, “We are very enthused about the prospect of UW Medicine providing advanced medical care and long-term continuity for residents and visitors on Orcas Island.” The public is invited to attend a meeting on November 16, to learn more from representatives of UW Medicine and OMF. Light appetizers and refreshments will be served.