AAPA Recognizes Sheila Mauldin with Honorary PA Designation

Over the last four decades, Sheila Mauldin has been a steadfast advocate for the physician associate profession, guiding the evolution of PA board certification and recertification. During AAPA 2026 in New Orleans, AAPA recognized Mauldin’s enduring contributions by naming her an Honorary PA.

August 12, 2026

Apply Today: Funding Opportunities from the Physician Associate Foundation

From July 13 to August 10, the Physician Associate Foundation will be accepting applications and nominations for IMPACT Grants with Orthopaedic Focus, the Josanne Kissel Pagel PAs in Administration Award, the William H. Marquardt Community Health Access Award, and the William H. Marquardt Precepting/Mentorship Award.

July 13, 2026

American Academy of PAs Announces 2026-27 Board of Directors

The AAPA Board of Directors began its 2026-27 leadership year on July 1. The board will be led by President and Chair David J. Bunnell, PhD, PA-C, DFAAPA, a dedicated leader with more than 20 years of clinical experience in high-acuity specialties.  

July 1, 2026

A Legacy of Service: AAPA and PAF Honor Kenneth Moritsugu

During AAPA 2026 in New Orleans, AAPA and PAF recognized Kenneth P. Moritsugu for his extraordinary career in public health and decades of service to the Physician Associate Foundation. His leadership, philanthropy, and commitment to advancing healthcare have left a lasting mark on the PA profession and the communities PAs serve.

June 5, 2026

AAPA Board of Directors General Election Results Are In!

The results of AAPA’s Board of Directors election are in, following a two-week voting period. During the 2026 election cycle, AAPA members selected a new president-elect, secretary-treasurer and two directors-at-large for the coming leadership term.

June 2, 2026

Until Next Year: AAPA 2026 Highlights

This year in New Orleans, physician associates and PA students traveled from across the country to take part in AAPA 2026. Attendees participated in stimulating CME sessions, networking opportunities, two spectacular Main Stage events, and a culture-packed PA Night Out!

May 29, 2026

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