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PAs Help Provide Care to Las Vegas Shooting Victims

It was around 10:08 p.m. that Stephen Paddock opened fire on the more than 20,000 people at the Route 91 Harvest Music Festival from his hotel room on the 32nd floor of the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino. The shooting lasted about 10 minutes. Fifty-eight people died and more than 500 people had injuries. Here, three PAs share their stories about providing care in the hours following the tragedy.

February 7, 2018

Challenge Bowl: Who Will Win in 2018?

Each year, more than 80 PA programs from across the country compete in the AAPA National Medical Challenge Bowl. Challenge Bowl, the hallmark student event at AAPA’s Conference, a high-energy game-show-format competition in which students answer questions on a variety of clinical topics.

February 2, 2018

Cardiology PAs Get to the Heart of the Matter

American Heart Month in February is an appropriate time to take stock of PAs’ contributions in cardiac care. According to a 2016 NCCPA survey, 2,600 PAs practice in cardiology and 3,150 PAs practice in cardiothoracic and vascular surgery. PAs are treating heart disease, the leading cause of death in men and women, in inspiring ways.

February 2, 2018

PAs Wanted: Mental Health Community Outreach

In today’s ever-changing healthcare landscape, mental health is an increasing area of focus for patients and providers alike. As awareness of mental health increases, so too will the demand for healthcare professionals who can educate the U.S. public.

January 22, 2018

3 Career Benefits of Participating in Professional Awards Programs

Polishing your professional materials; connecting with exemplary peers and your champions; and adding depth and polish to your professional profile all offer long-term career benefits. Apply today for the 2018 AAPA Awards and reap these professional rewards!

January 16, 2018

Create More Joy in Your Work in 2018

When did you last experience joy in the workplace? Dr. James Lonquist, physician coach with HealthStream, suggests that 2018 is the year to assess burnout and barriers to joy, and to establish a meaningful connection to work and fulfillment. He outlines five ways to help create more satisfying workplaces for PAs.

January 12, 2018