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Could Rheumatology Be the Right Specialty for You?

The rheumatology specialty faces personnel shortages that may worsen as the population ages while rheumatologists retire. That’s why AAPA is offering new Rheumatic Learning curriculum which delivers a patient-case based simulated experience.

January 4, 2021

AAPA President: PAs Have an Opportunity to Lead and Build Trust in COVID-19 Vaccines

AAPA President Beth Smolko shares her own personal COVID-19 story and is heartened by what PAs are doing to build public trust in COVID-19 vaccines. AAPA is now sharing tools and information to help you talk to your patients about the vaccines.

December 28, 2020

Coronavirus Relief & Omnibus Agreement Authorizes PAs to Receive Direct Payment Under Medicare

AAPA commends the U.S Congress for passing legislation authorizing PAs to receive direct payment under Medicare as part of the Coronavirus Relief & Omnibus Agreement. The PA Direct Payment Act (S.596/H.R. 1052) will take effect January 1, 2022.

December 28, 2020

For Real Change, PAs Must Commit to Advocacy

The past months have proven how effective PAs can be when fewer barriers stand in their way. AAPA President Beth R. Smolko, DMSc, MMS, PA-C, DFAAPA, implores PAs and PA students to become more active advocates in moving the profession forward.

December 21, 2020

AAPA Joins Coalition to Advocate for Equitable COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution

AAPA has joined more than 60 other organizations in support of the COVID-19 Vaccine Education and Equity Project to help inspire vaccine confidence in communities. The Project will encourage adherence to robust regulatory review of COVID-19 vaccines.

December 17, 2020

Holiday Eating Tips? You’ve Got This!

Holidays can be challenging for those who want to maintain their weight. Don’t let available holiday treats detract from overall healthy eating goals – yours or your patients! AAPA asked the PA Foundation’s Nutrition Outreach Fellows to share their best tips and tactics.

December 16, 2020

PA Mack Grubb in South Africa on a mission trip

How One PA Does It All: Leadership, Telemedicine, and Finding Balance

PA Mack Grubb from USMD, part of the OptumCare network, talks to AAPA about leadership among advanced practice clinicians, telemedicine, and how and he and his wife, PA Bethany Grubb, balance work with raising five kids.

December 15, 2020

AAPA Applauds FDA, CDC for Timely Authorization of First COVID-19 Vaccine

The American Academy of PAs applauds the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for their timely, yet thorough and rigorous, scientific review and approval for emergency use of the first COVID-19 vaccine.

December 14, 2020

Jorge Muniz with one of his illustrations

PA’s ‘Medcomic’ Books Combine Talent for Art and Passion for Healthcare

When he was a PA student at Nova Southeastern University in Florida, Jorge Muniz, PA-C, infused his studies with one of his life-long passions: drawing. Within two years, Muniz had completed nearly 100 illustrations and decided to self-publish “The Medcomic Book.”

December 11, 2020