PA Aims to Stop Opioid Use Disorder Before It Starts
PA Afton Heitzenrater’s work with patients inspired her to develop a new product designed to limit prescribed intervals of medication which she hopes will save lives.
August 31, 2018
6 Steps to Become a PA
Becoming a PA is a long process that will pay off once you obtain your white coat and your certification. Follow these steps to join a flexible, in-demand profession.
August 30, 2018
AAPA to Enhance Continuing Medical Education Criteria
Today, the American Academy of PAs announced modifications to its Continuing Medical Education criteria. These changes will align AAPA’s criteria with those of the Joint Accreditation for Interprofessional Continuing Education and its emphasis on delivering continuing education planned by the healthcare team and for the healthcare team.
August 30, 2018
North Dakota Telemedicine Rule Recognizes Critical PA Role
The North Dakota Board of Medicine (board) recently finalized telemedicine rules that recognize the critical role PAs play in North Dakota healthcare.
August 27, 2018
Unaccompanied Immigrant to PA Student: Silvia Garcia’s Journey
Silvia Murcia Garcia left Honduras as a teenager in search of more opportunities in America. Now she is studying to be a PA to give back to others who have also faced challenges in their lives.
August 22, 2018
Hospital for Special Surgery PAs Lead Provider Clinical Operations
New York City-based Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS), an orthopaedic specialty hospital ranked number one nationally by U.S. News and World Report, highly values its PAs. HSS’ culture of excellence and continuous performance improvement led to its selection as a CHLM Employer of Excellence.
August 15, 2018
PAs in Administration: Higher Salaries and Job Satisfaction
PAs in management and administration tend to be paid more, have access to leadership training and an identified career path, and are more satisfied with their employers.
August 14, 2018
Wanderlust Lessons: Advice from Travel Medicine PAs
PAs practice around the world, and in some of the most extreme of environments. Three PAs who have served in places like South Africa, Haiti and Nepal share their experiences and how you can get into travel medicine.
August 10, 2018
Yes, I Scan Ultrasound Model Patient Volunteers
Yes, I Scan Ultrasound Model Patient Volunteers Are you attending the 2019 Conference in Denver? If so, we are seeking at least 100 volunteers to be model patients on Monday, May 20 during the “Yes, […]
August 8, 2018