New AMA Policy Opposes Autonomous State PA Boards

At the annual meeting of the American Medical Association (AMA) held June 9-14, delegates passed a resolution opposing autonomous state PA boards. This resolution was introduced following AAPA’s House of Delegates approval of Optimal Team Practice (OTP) last month.

The Robot Will See You Now

The robot and its human handlers are part of a new model of care, in which PAs and NPs and a robot provide a 24/7 link to highly specialized critical care physicians, who can log in from anywhere in the country and even the world.

PArenthood

Getting through PA school is a challenge for anyone, and particularly for parents of young children.

PAs are Key to Ortho Urgent Care Model

PA John Mohnickey, a longtime entrepreneur, recognized the need and developed Prompt Ortho. This practice model has been adopted by more than 100 clinics across the United States.

PA Profession Poised to Advance

More than 7,000 of us had an incredible week in Las Vegas at AAPA 2017! I’d like to share a few thoughts about the conference and what’s ahead for PAs, our patients and practice.

Ready to Intervene

Over the past decade or two, PAs have become a significant and growing force in interventional radiology (IR).

PAs Vote to Advance Profession to Meet Modern Healthcare Needs

At the annual conference of the American Academy of PAs, members of its House of Delegates unanimously approved Optimal Team Practice, a new policy intended to enhance the ability of PAs to meet the needs of patients and ensure the future of the profession in a changing healthcare marketplace.

Mississippi adopts new and improved PA regulations

PAs in Mississippi celebrated key improvements to their PA rules this spring when new regulations were adopted by the Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure (MSBML). MSBML, the Mississippi State Medical Association, and the Mississippi Academy of PAs (MAPA), worked together to promote the revision. AAPA staff supported MAPA’s advocacy by preparing draft changes, position statements, and comprehensive research.