Which PA School is For You? 5 Factors to Consider
With over 200 accredited PA programs throughout the country, how do you decide which one is right for you? Here, five important factors to consider.
March 20, 2019
The Balancing Act
Having the right work-life balance can reduce stress for medical professionals as well as increase on-the-job focus, resulting in high job satisfaction and career success, healthier patients—and a healthier provider. However, maintaining that balance can be more daunting than ever before for those in healthcare.
March 19, 2019
PAs Ask the Experts Their Most Pressing Nutrition Questions
Nutrition experts Ellen Mandel and Corri Wolf took to Huddle to answer questions from fellow PAs. They covered a variety of topics, from how to talk nutrition with a patient in ten minutes to eating well on a budget.
March 18, 2019
VA Providing Scholarships for PA Studies Master’s Degree
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Health Professionals Scholarship Program is providing scholarship opportunities for U.S. citizens pursuing a Masters in PA Studies. Applications are open through May 3, 2019.
March 13, 2019
PAs in Nephrology Get Creative with Kidney Health
Fifteen percent of the U.S. adult population has chronic kidney disease. Diabetes and hypertension remain the leading causes of chronic kidney disease. In recognition of World Kidney Day, PAs talk about their work bringing recognition to kidney disease and treating patients.
March 13, 2019
PAs in Virginia Attain Collaboration
Virginia Gov. Ralph S. Northam signed into law legislation that authorizes PAs to practice "in collaboration and consultation" with patient care team physicians (or podiatrists). This was a priority bill for the Virginia Academy of PAs and becomes effective July 1, 2019.
March 1, 2019
Senate Legislation to Authorize Direct Pay to PAs Under Medicare Introduced
Today, AAPA applauds U.S. Senators John Barrasso (R-WY) and Tom Carper (D-DE), for introducing S. 596, the Physician Assistant Direct Payment Act, authorizing PAs to receive direct payment under Medicare.
March 1, 2019
How One PA Became an ‘Expert Authority on MS Care and Management’
PA Amy Dix, who co-founded a neurology comprehensive care center in Kansas, is committed to collaborating across providers, advocating for PA inclusion and recognition in national neurology organizations, and encouraging more PAs and NPs to get involved in research.
February 27, 2019
4 Practice Environment Factors to Consider: Where Will You Thrive?
When deciding between offers, it’s worth considering the different practice environments. Whether you’re considering working at a hospital, for a hospital-employer at a practice, or any type of private practice, there are pros and cons to any option.
February 27, 2019