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A Day in the Life of a PA in a Medical ICU

Erin Stutz, PA-C, works in pulmonary critical care in the medical ICU at the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC). She shares what her days are like, and why the upcoming Adult Hospital Medicine Boot Camp is worth your time.

June 19, 2019

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New PAs: Ask Questions and Know Your Value

Common questions during AAPA 2019 underscored that the gender wage gap, salary negotiations and diversity within teams remain top concerns for many PAs about to enter the job market. One tip is to arm yourself with information.

June 17, 2019

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U.S.-Trained PAs Pave the Way for the Profession in New Zealand

Considering moving overseas but not sure what it would mean for your job as a PA? U.S.-trained PAs share their experiences, challenges, and efforts in pioneering the PA profession in New Zealand, where there is no formally established role for PAs.

June 12, 2019

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From Riding Bulls to Seeing Patients: Former Pro Becomes a PA

Wiley Petersen, PA-C, spent 12 years of his life as a professional bull rider. When it came time for his next career move, he decided to become a PA. Going back to school seemed like an insurmountable challenge, but Petersen persevered.

June 10, 2019

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NCCPA Shares Q1 PANRE Pilot Results During AAPA 2019

Curious how the pilot alternative to PANRE is going? NCCPA unveiled first-quarter outcomes during an update at AAPA 2019, and the results so far indicate that participating PAs are quickly adapting to the alternative and answering questions during business hours.

June 5, 2019

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A Day in the Life of a Critical Care Fellow at URMC

Glenna Regan, PA-C, decided to apply for an APP Fellowship Program in Critical Care Medicine at the University of Rochester Medical Center. She describes her decision to apply for the fellowship and what a day at the medical center looks like.

May 23, 2019

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How to Find Your Voice at the Leadership Table

Looking for ways to ensure that your voice is heard at the leadership table? Alisha T. DeTroye, MMS, PA-C, DFAAPA, director of PA Services at Wake Forest Baptist Health and president-elect of North Carolina Academy of PAs, shares her tips.

May 15, 2019

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PA, Leadership Consultant, Career Expert: Meet Andrea Lowe

Andrea Lowe, MHA, PA-C, has a lot of ideas about raising PA public awareness and increasing career opportunities for PAs. Lowe practiced as a PA in emergency medicine and then transitioned to increasingly visible leadership roles.

April 24, 2019

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Find Your Passion at Any Stage of Your PA Career

Whether you are just starting your PA career, are in mid-practice, or near retirement, be cognizant of what drives and ignites you. By taking inventory, considering new initiatives, and talking to other PAs, you can find your passion.

April 19, 2019

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