Special Events
15May
PA Meet-Ups
How do you want to discover Nashville? This year, we’ve crafted six unique PA Meet-Ups that will inspire you to explore Nashville in the company of your colleagues – and soon-to-be friends!
15May
16May
17May
18May
19May
20May
Product Theaters
Don’t miss your opportunity to discuss issues related to specific products and therapeutic areas with company representatives.
16May
Opening Reception
Start your Saturday night off at our AAPA 2020 Opening Reception! After General Session, join us for this exciting event.
16May
Shaking Hands & Taking Names
Designed just for students! Don’t miss this chance to socialize, share, and network with fellow PA students.
16May
17May
18May
20May
Fitness Classes
Join us for FREE fitness classes on Saturday, Sunday, Monday, and Wednesday mornings!
16May
General Session
Don’t miss our sure-to-be-inspiring General Session at AAPA 2020!
16May
17May
18May
19May
Mindfulness Lounge™
Back by popular demand, Lee Papa is bringing her Mindfulness Lounge™ to Nashville.
16May
PA Student Pain Symposium: Preventing Misuse of Prescription Opioids
PA students: prepare today to treat pain in your future practice. This symposium will equip you to tackle tough conversations with patients who have pain and take steps to prevent misuse of prescription opioid medications.
16May
Become a PA: AAPA’s Pre-PA Workshop
Do you dream of becoming a PA? Don’t miss this exclusive workshop full of practical information for future PA students.
17May
18May
PA JobSource Career Fair
Make a breakthrough and find your dream job here, or take your first crack at the PA job market. We’ve invited top employers from all over the country to this exclusive career fair.
17May
18May
19May
ePosters and Research in Action
AAPA wants you to be inspired by others to find your next breakthrough.
17May
Assembly of Representatives (AOR) Meeting
The Assembly of Representatives (AOR) is comprised of student representatives (AOR representatives) from each recognized PA program’s Student Society.
17May
18May
19May
Satellite Symposia
Satellite Symposia are non-commercial scientific sessions carrying AAPA Category 1 CME credit supported by members of the healthcare industry to complement the conference CME program.
17May
CO Leadership Forum and Reception
AAPA’s Outreach and Advocacy Awards are presented each year to recognize constituent organizations (COs) for their outstanding programs, projects and initiatives.
17May
Uniformed Services Symposium (USS)
Earn up to 6 AAPA Category 1 CME credits at this symposium designed for PAs who care for those serving our country.
17May
18May
Rotation Stations
A must-do for PA students and early career PAs. Head to our designated learning area in the Exhibit Hall for these short, fast-paced presentations that will cover what you need to know.
17May
PA Foundation Party for a Purpose @ Tin Roof Broadway
It’s a PA party in Music City at Tin Roof Broadway!
17May
Conference Spirit Day
New this year! Get into the AAPA 2020 spirit and wear your limited edition Nashville t-shirt. Buy it when you register or log back into your registration dashboard and purchase before April 1.
18May
PA School Spirit Day
New this year, we’re encouraging you to wear clothing or swag from your PA school – whether you’re an alumni or a current student – and show off your PA program pride.
18May
Meet the Candidates Forum: Board of Directors General Election
Learn more about the candidates running for President-elect, Secretary-Treasurer and Directors-at-Large in the 2020 General Election.
18May
Student Leadership Workshop
Join the Student Academy for a professional skills and leadership training workshop covering issues critical to your transition from PA school to your first job. Topics will include salary negotiation, financial planning, the power of LinkedIn, and professional advocacy.
18May
AAPA National Medical Challenge Bowl
Come cheer on your PA program at this high-energy medical game show! The can’t-miss PA student event, this year’s AAPA National Medical Challenge Bowl will be held on Monday, May 18, at 7 p.m. in the Music City Center in Nashville.
18May
AAPA Distinguished Fellows Reception
Join your Distinguished Fellow peers and mingle over appetizers and drinks at this invitation-only reception.
18May
Veterans Caucus Memorial Ceremony and Federal Services Memorial Reception
All conference attendees are encouraged to participate in this annual event which honors fallen PAs and the profession’s military roots with music and military symbolism.
18May
Obesity Leadership Edge (OLE)
Earn up to 6 AAPA Category 1 CME credits while you learn new skills and competencies for leading a broad based effort to change the way the medical community diagnoses, manages and treats patients affected by obesity.
18May
AAPA/ASU Leadership Academy
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to become a more effective leader and grow your strategic management skills.
18May
19May
Critical Care Symposium (CC)
Expand your critical care knowledge and earn up to 7 AAPA Category 1 CME credits at this specially designed symposium for PAs interested in critical care.
19May
PA Foundation Pacers for Health 5K Fun Run/Walk
Walk, run, or sprint to the finish line in Nashville at the Pacers for Health 5K!
19May
Indian Health Service Symposium (IHS)
The Indian Health Service provides PAs with many unique opportunities to meet critical healthcare needs within underserved and vulnerable population groups, American Indians, and Alaska Natives.