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PA Licensure Compact Bill Passes in Wisconsin

On December 6, Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers signed S.B. 400 into law, making Wisconsin the third state to pass the PA licensure compact. S.B. 400 passed both chambers with broad, bipartisan support and once the compact is active, it promises to enhance license portability for PAs while expanding access and safeguards for patients – a true win-win for Wisconsin.

December 6, 2023

A Day in the Life of a PA in Family Medicine

PAs who choose to practice in family medicine will learn a broad range of skills and have the opportunity to build lasting relationships with their patients. Read about a day in the life of PA Joseph Carter, who has practiced in family medicine for four years, and consider signing up for AAPA’s We Are Family (Medicine) Conference in January.

December 6, 2023

Family Caregivers: The Unsung Heroes of Patient Care

According to recent data collected by The Harris Poll, more than two-fifths of U.S. adults (46%) have helped someone else navigate the healthcare system. During National Family Caregivers Month, AAPA aims to recognize and honor the caregivers across the country for their commitment and sacrifice.

November 17, 2023

PAs Anderson and Kent Make Career Pivots to Address Care Gaps in Rural Areas

PAs Jeff Anderson and Siobhan Kent are all too familiar with the issues rural communities face when finding healthcare. Through their work with Homeward Health, they are helping bridge the gap by offering alternative healthcare options to the community.

November 16, 2023

Experts Address Pressing Questions Regarding Pharmacologic Obesity Treatment

In a recent AAPA Huddle Ask Me session, two experts in obesity medicine answered questions on treating patients with insurance constraints, addressing weight-loss plateaus, educating patients on long-term medication use, and offering resources PAs can offer to manage nutrition.

November 15, 2023

Learning from Real World Malpractice Cases

As the healthcare landscape undergoes a transformation, the role of PAs is expanding, drawing heightened attention. The era of infrequent legal challenges for PAs has shifted, and today, they encounter increased scrutiny. This blog post will examine two real-life cases involving PAs, explore legal challenges, and delve into potential solutions applicable to PAs and other healthcare providers in this evolving healthcare environment.

November 14, 2023

PA Christopher Dietrich Strives to Ensure Veterans Have Access to Behavioral Healthcare

PA Christopher Dietrich works with patients at Orion Behavioral Health Network, a private practice that offers comprehensive psychiatric services, and Banyan Alaska, a substance use disorder treatment facility, to provide much needed care to veterans in Alaska.

November 9, 2023

AAPA Recognized as a Healthy People 2030 Champion for Supporting the Initiative’s Vision

As a Healthy People 2030 Champion, AAPA has demonstrated a commitment to helping achieve the Healthy People 2030 vision of a society in which all people can achieve their full potential for health and well-being across the lifespan.

November 8, 2023

PA Teresa Lowe Advocates for Culturally Competent Care for Alaska Natives

PA Teresa Lowe grew up in Mountain Village, Alaska, a rural community where about 97% of the population is Alaska Native or American Indian. Today, as the Anchorage campus coordinator for the MEDEX Northwest PA Program, Lowe aims to help future PAs provide more compassionate care for these populations.

November 3, 2023