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Providing Medical Care in Liberia Inspires Chicago PA to Continue Global Healthcare Commitment

Ten days and over one thousand patients. Here’s the story of how one Chicago PA seized an opportunity to provide medical care in Liberia, treating common diseases and performing many other procedures including wound care and postnatal care.

August 6, 2019

AAPA 2019 Salary Report Shows Compensation Remains In Step with Growth of PA Workforce

Today, AAPA released its 2019 Salary Report as well as compensation numbers for the profession nationwide. The AAPA Salary Report is the only PA salary resource that provides detailed information about base salary, base hourly wage, bonus, and benefits.

August 1, 2019

Wage Parity for PAs Remains a Goal in 2019

The 2018 median total compensation of full-time female PAs was $13,380 less than for males. Full-time female PAs were also less likely than male PAs to receive a bonus. These disparities are present in every specialty for all levels of experience.

July 31, 2019

AAPA President and Chair Announces CEO Search Committee

David E. Mittman, PA, DFAAPA, president and chair of AAPA’s Board of Directors, provides an update regarding the search process for AAPA's CEO. Mittman has asked AAPA President-Elect Beth R. Smolko, DMSc, MMS, PA-C, to chair the AAPA CEO Search Committee. Smolko will be joined by six PAs including Mittman and two AAPA staff members.

July 29, 2019

Try These Comprehensive Approaches to Treating Insomnia

Common presentations of insomnia include a decrease in sleep drive, frequent awakenings during the night, and early awakenings with difficulty returning to sleep. Expert Sharon O’Brien, MPAS, PA-C, shares insights into diagnosis and treatment of insomnia in the elderly.

July 26, 2019

These Determined PAs Have What it Takes to be American Ninja Warriors

Two PAs, Verdale Benson, Karen Wiltin, and PA student Leif Sundberg, reached American Ninja Warrior city finals this summer in Los Angeles, Oklahoma City, and Tacoma, Washington, respectively. Competing takes the same discipline and focus as working with patients.

July 24, 2019

Avoiding Conflict? Tips on Managing Uncomfortable Conversations

Conflicts arise at all levels, and in all work environments. Learning effective conflict management is a skill all PAs should develop and invest in. Be productive and respectful, open to feedback, and focus on solutions.

July 23, 2019

The attendees gathering at the AAPA 2019 Distinguished Fellows reception

AAPA Announces New Distinguished Fellows

Leadership. Service. Dedication. AAPA’s Distinguished Fellow Program is a select group of PAs who represent the best qualities of the PA profession. This year, AAPA is proud to add 48 new names to this growing list.

July 12, 2019

Rep. John Mizuno, Sen. Rosalyn Baker, Christina Starks, PA-C, David Ige Michael Robinson, Rep. Della Au Belatti

Hawaii PAs Obtain Improvements in PA State Laws

This month, Hawaii PAs were successful in advocating for a new law that will remove an administrative burden. On July 1, the governor signed a bill into law that will repeal the 100% chart review requirement and make additional improvements to state PA laws.

July 11, 2019

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