Keys to a Thriving PA-Physician Team
The happiest PAs feel like they are part of a vital, mutually supportive team. Read on to learn the most common roots of dissatisfying team relationships and learn the PA…
PAs in Leadership: Who are they?
PA leaders are an important part of healthcare systems across the country. However, little is known about the demographic characteristics of PAs in leadership roles or how they compare to…
PAs in Leadership: What do they do?
PA leaders are an important part of healthcare systems across the country. However, little is known about the leadership roles PA are performing within their organizations. In this second brief…
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
Areas of Practice
The Areas of Practice Guide is a collection of data, CME, personal perspectives, networking and job opportunities, and other tools and resources that AAPA has pulled together to help you succeed.
PA Scope of Practice
PAs are proven and integral members of the U.S. healthcare system. But what exactly do PAs do? And who decides? The boundaries of each PA’s scope of practice are determined…
Specialty Transitions: Researching the Best Options for You
PA Career Coach Jennifer Hohman frequently works with clients who are considering changing their specialty. Find out how she helps her clients find the right specialty for them through careful…
PA Administrators
PAs in administration utilize leadership and management competencies above and beyond their clinical skill set to positively affect patient care; they are aspiring or current experts in the business of medicine, revenue cycle management, quality improvement, health information technology, and compliance. AAPA supports PA administrators by offering opportunities to acquire skills and knowledge.