Are You a New PA or PA Student About to Graduate?

Ready, Set, Practice: Insights for New PAs is the six-episode podcast for you!

Join expert guests as we dive into the challenges and opportunities that come with starting your PA career. From searching for jobs and navigating contracts to building confidence in your first year of practice to stepping into leadership and advocacy, we’ve got you covered with practical insights, expert advice, and actionable tips.

Listen at your own pace and walk away with the tools you need to succeed. Tune in and take the next step in your PA journey!

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Episode 1: PA-S to PA-C. So, You Graduated — Now What?

In our first episode, we sit down with Natalie Crump, MS, PA-C, to discuss the realities of entering the workforce, from the job search and credentialing process to contract negotiations and work-life balance. Whether you’re a new grad or preparing for this transition, hear practical advice, personal insights, and learn about essential resources to help you navigate your first steps as a PA-C with confidence.

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Episode 2: Now You Are in Practice — Who Decides What You Get to Do?

Starting your first job as a PA is exciting — but navigating the rules that define your practice can be complex. In this episode, Dr. Megan Fulton, System Executive Director of the APP Best Practice Center at MUSC Health, breaks down the key factors that influence what PAs can do in clinical practice and shares strategies for self-advocacy and professional growth.

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Episode 3: Where Are We Headed? What Does the Future Look Like for the PA Profession?

In this episode, we sit down with Duncan Daviau, MPAS, PA-C, a dedicated PA leader and advocate, to discuss legislative and regulatory changes, evolving reimbursement models, and key issues shaping PA practice and career opportunities. We’ll also break down what the title change means for PAs and how to advocate for your future.

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Episode 4: Now You Are in Practice: Show Us the Money (or Pay a PA)

Understanding how PAs get paid is crucial for new graduates entering practice. In this episode, Sondra DePalma, DHSc, PA-C, DFAAPA, an expert in healthcare policy, reimbursement, and PA practice, shares insights on how new PAs can master documentation, navigate payer enrollment, understand the infamous “85% rule,” and advocate for their full value in healthcare.

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Episode 5: Who’s Got Your Back? Teamwork and Advocacy in the PA Profession

We’re joined by Jonathan Baker, PA-C, DFAAPA, a dedicated PA advocate, to explore the essential role of advocacy and mentorship. From understanding how constituent organizations support PAs to building a strong professional network and engaging in health equity efforts, this conversation will empower PAs and students to strengthen the community that has their back.

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Episode 6: Stepping Into Your Leadership as a New PA

Stepping into your first PA role is an exciting milestone, but how do you also step into leadership early in your career? Clair Kuriakose, MBA, PA-C, FACHE, Chief Advanced Practice Officer at Stanford Health Care. Clair shares insights on what it means to be a clinical leader, how to advocate for yourself and your patients, and ways to navigate professional challenges — including what to do when you’re told “no.”

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Host: Jennifer M. Orozco-Kolb, DMSc, PA-C, DFAAPA

Dr. Jennifer Orozco-Kolb, AAPA’s Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Officer, is a PA leader whose career bridges clinical care, education, and advocacy, proving that PAs can shape healthcare beyond the bedside and inspiring the next generation to lead and make a positive impact.