Community Engagement

Ed Friedmann, a physician assistant, says he takes great satisfaction in running his rural health clinic — Redfield Medical Clinic — the sole one of its kind in Redfield, Iowa. He has been seeing patients in the small town for about 40 years, tending to lacerations, colds, sore throats, and chronic illnesses such as diabetes.

In honor of PA Week 2025, we spoke with Ed Friedmann, PA-C, the administrator and owner of Redfield Medical Clinic, a federally certified rural health clinic in Redfield, Iowa, a town with a population of 731. PA Friedmann and his wife, retired clinician Elizabeth (Libby) Coyte, PA-C, opened their clinic in 1988 as a certified independent Rural Health Clinic (RHC).

James Madison University’s, Physician Assistant Student Society was named the 2025 Outstanding Student Society by the American Academy of Physician Associates.

A group of Adams County District 14 students got an immersive introduction to the world of medicine this week, joining the nation’s largest gathering of physician associates at the Colorado Convention Center.

A Howard County healthcare professional established an unexpected bond with a California woman following a medical emergency during their flight from Hawaii to Los Angeles.

Jenny Burke, a Banner Health cardiac surgery physician assistant and a part-time Ski Patroller at Hogadon, assisted in Colin Anderson’s rescue after he suffered cardiac arrest while skiing in January. She also assisted in his surgery and recovery.

A physician assistant specializing in Parkinson disease discussed advancements in neurology aimed at enabling personalized treatment, continuous monitoring, and improved disease management.

A Bangor healthcare provider is being recognized nationally for her work helping people experiencing homelessness and substance use disorder.

Orthopedic Surgery PA, Ryne Craig, speaks about her day to day duties, education, and experience.