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.

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.

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.

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.

U.S. Coast Guard PAs aboard the Eagle

The alleys between the mess hall’s long, brown tables constitute an ideal site to practice carrying stretchers for when they’d be most needed in the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Eagle’s narrow corridors. The elegant wardroom, with a display case that includes a strip of the cutter’s original sail, would be utilized as a triage center if disaster strikes. First-aid training of staff is conducted almost anywhere on board.

What Has AAPA Done for PAs Lately?

What has AAPA done for PAs lately? It’s a question that we sometimes hear or see posted on social media. With the myriad of things competing for your dollars, from mortgages to college tuition, we’d like to take this opportunity to share how your membership dues are being spent wisely, and providing a great ROI for you and the profession.