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Point-of-Care Ultrasound Certification – A personal or professional choice?

While the opportunity for PAs to become certified in Point-of-Care Ultrasound may seem positive, it is imperative that PAs considering such a program weigh its purported value and disadvantages.

November 15, 2018

On My Way to PA School: Surprises I Encountered

As I prepared to apply to PA school, I did not have guidance from any academic institution or counselor about the necessary steps to prepare for PA school. I hope sharing my experience with you will provide insight into the roadblocks you may encounter.

November 15, 2018

PA Richie Kalker Commutes 6,000 Miles

PA Richie Kalker has a long commute: 6,000 miles on a plane. Kalker works long shifts at a Brooklyn, New York, emergency room and then goes home to Israel to recharge.

November 14, 2018

Diabetes is Daunting. Finding a Quality Provider Shouldn’t Be

Diabetes, often complicated by other medical conditions, demands high-quality care and management. PAs play a vital role in care and management for patients with diabetes; nearly 87% of PAs surveyed see patients with this diagnosis.

November 13, 2018

PAs Care for Veterans: 2.7 Million Unique Patient Encounters

PAs are an integral part of the VA healthcare system and a critical component of VA’s strategy to expand healthcare access to veterans. Within the VA, PAs are involved in every specialty.

November 11, 2018

UK Wildcat PA Students: All About the Team

The University of Kentucky’s Interprofessional Collaboration and Teamwork Skills (iCATS) workshop gathers students from across professional programs to promote effective communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. Kaila Gaughan found the experience invaluable.

November 9, 2018

Seattle Cancer Care Alliance APPs Focus on Collaborative Approach

Winner of a 2018-2019 Employer of Excellence Award, Seattle Cancer Care Alliance’s Gabrielle Zecha says they want to hire, train and retain the best APPs they can to fit the organization’s collaborative approach.

November 7, 2018

Top 10 Skincare Secrets from Dermatology PAs

PAs who practice in dermatology are able to literally see conditions on the skin and the results of any treatments they prescribe — a reward that may be the biggest benefit of working in this specialty. Here are their top 10 tips to achieve healthy skin.

November 2, 2018

AAPA President Responds to American Osteopathic Association Press Release

The American Academy of PAs (AAPA) was disappointed to read the American Osteopathic Association’s (AOA) recent press release, which disparages the PA profession and significantly misrepresents our legislative policy initiative.

November 1, 2018

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