Constituent Organizations
Constituent organizations are independent organizations affiliated with AAPA. They provide their members locally based CME, networking opportunities, social gatherings, timely information, advocacy and job resources. If you are interested in joining or contacting a constituent organization, select from the list below.
- Chapters: Fifty-six chapters representing 50 states, the District of Columbia and five federal services
- Specialty Organizations: Twenty-five specialty organizations comprised of individuals working within a specific medical specialty
- Caucuses: Eight groups comprised of individuals sharing a common goal or interest related to healthcare access or delivery
- Special Interest Groups: Eighteen groups comprised of individuals sharing a common goal or interest
Constituent Organization Outreach and Advocacy Department
AAPA's Constituent Organization Outreach and Advocacy department supports constituent organizations by providing services and resources.
Ann Davis, PA-C, MS, Senior Director – Western region states
Adam Brackemyre, Assistant Director – Northeast region states
Stephanie Radix, JD, Director – Southeast region states and the U.S. Virgin Islands
Liz Roe, Director – North Central and South Central states
Penny Gaillard, CAE, Director –Resource development and support, state chapters and caucuses
Rick Christiansen, Director – Resource development and support, specialty organizations and federal service chapters
Carson Walker, JD, Analyst – Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Northern Mariana Islands, Guam and state implementation of healthcare reform – all states
Kelley Clark, Manager – Resource development and support, special interest groups, technical support and outreach coordination, all constituent organizations
Constituent Relations Work Group (of the Governance Commission)
The Constituent Relations Work Group (CRWG) works with constituent organizations to enhance and advance their capacity. The CRWG represents and focuses on the inclusiveness of all AAPA constituent organizations. Meet CRWG.
