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Join the PAHx at the Leadership And Advocacy Summit

• Heading to the Leadership & Advocacy Summit in Washington, D.C.? Be sure to stop by the PAHx booth!

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Why I Volunteer: Crystal Trang Brownlee, PA-C

• Crystal Trang Brownlee, PA-C, a Board Certified PA practicing in dermatology, shares what unexpected benefits she gained from volunteering with the NCCPA Dermatology CAQ exam committee.

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Two PAs Show Students Untapped Career Option

• Two Board Certified PAs are inspiring students to explore the PA profession early, challenging them to envision a meaningful career long before they apply to college

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PA Wears Two Badges of Service

• Whether in a white coat or a police uniform, Scott Gordon, PA-C, DFAAPA, shows up with grit and grace when people need him most.

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PA Perspective on Psoriasis Care

• National Psoriasis Awareness Month in August highlights the evolving role of PAs in managing this chronic disease. Takeia Horton, PA-C, MPH, a Board Certified PA practicing in dermatology, has noticed a shift in how psoriasis is understood and treated.

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New CME Logging Enhancements

• NCCPA has launched improvements to the CME logging experience in the PA Portal. These enhancements make it faster and easier for Board Certified PAs to record their continuing medical education (CME) activities.

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NCCPA Welcomes New PA Ambassadors

• NCCPA announced the 2025-26 class of PA Ambassadors, consisting of Board Certified PAs who will serve as mentors and representatives for the profession during the upcoming year.

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PAs at Core of Neurosurgery

• Meet four Board Certified PAs advancing neurosurgery by focusing on advocacy, education and patient-centered care. Learn about their work this Neurosurgery Awareness Month.

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International Gathering for PA Profession

• PA Leaders from the U.S. and 13 other countries discussed education standards, certification, accreditation and licensure at a recent International PA Summit.

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Elevating PA Efforts to Address Mental Health

• The nccPA Health Foundation recently convened its PArtners in Mental Health Steering Committee and published an article in Psychiatric Times as part of its commitment to elevating PA contributions in the mental and behavioral health space.

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Join the PAHx Board: Apply by August 15!

• Are you passionate about PA history and are looking to contribute? This is your chance. PAHx is looking for dedicated volunteers to join its team as a full-term Trustee or a one-year Student Trustee for 2026.

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Why I Volunteer: Renee Little, PA-C

• Renee Little, PA-C, is an experienced Board Certified PA practicing in Emergency Medicine who's been dedicated to patient care since graduating in 1999. Find out what she values about volunteering with NCCPA.

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Meet Three Future PAs Committed to Equity, Service and Leadership

• The PA Foundation awarded the 2025 NCCPA Endowed Scholarship to three Physician Assistant/Associate students whose backgrounds and service demonstrate their commitment to underserved communities.

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PA Turns Grant into Lifeline for Food-Insecure Patients

• When Marlo Dombroff, MS, PA-C, noticed an increase in patients struggling to choose between their medication and food, she took action.

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PA Hospitalists Are Young, Essential and Face Burnout, New Study Finds

• As hospitals across the U.S. increasingly rely on PAs to help meet growing patient demands, PA hospitalists report high rates of burnout when compared to other specialties.

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Update on Title Change Legislation

• As more states adopt "Physician Associate" as the official title of the PA profession, NCCPA clarifies its policies to ensure recognition for all.

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PAs in Psychiatry: A Win-Win for Patients and Practices

• Discover how PAs like Erin Crown, MHS, PA-C, Psych-CAQ, are transforming mental health care, bridging gaps, and expanding access to psychiatric services nationwide.

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LBGT PA Caucus Leaders on Visibility and Equity

• Learn how two LBGT PA Caucus leaders champion inclusive health care, honor community advocates and drive change for LGBTQ+ patients and providers.

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NCCPA Engages at AAPA 2025 Conference

• NCCPA showcases research and engages with thousands of PAs attending the AAPA 2025 Conference.

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Critical Care PAs on Rise

• More Board-Certified PAs are entering critical care than ever before, bringing younger, highly skilled clinicians into the ICUs, but they are also facing rising burnout rates.

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Why I Volunteer: Melodie Kolmetz, Ed.D, MPAS, PA-C, DFAAPA, NRP, CP-P

• Meet Melodie Kolmetz, Ed.D, MPAS, PA-C, DFAAPA, NRP, CP-P, who brings 30 years of experience as a Board Certified PA. She currently works in geriatric medicine, staffing a large rehabilitation and long-term care facility.

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PA Advocates for Patient Intuition, Vigilance

• Don't dismiss the subtle signs in women's health. Board Certified PA Adrianna Kiafoulis, DMSc, MSPAS, PA-C, knows that quiet, persistent symptoms, and a patient's intuition can speak volumes.

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Neurology PAs Drive Innovation in Stroke Care

• During Stroke Awareness Month, we spoke with two Board Certified PAs practicing in neurology about stroke treatment and prevention. From telestroke innovations to community education, their efforts are impacting the future of neurology.

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Mental Health Grants Aim to Empower PAs

• Are you making a difference in mental health? The nccPA Health Foundation is empowering Board Certified PAs, PA students and PA organizations with seed grants for community-based mental health initiatives.

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PA Profession Adapts to Evolving Health Needs

• What are the latest trends in PA workforce growth, international outreach and clinical leadership? Find out in the new 2024 Statistical Profile of Board Certified PAs

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States ranked by physician assistant workforce

• The PA profession grew 27.8% over the last five years, reaching 189,907 board-certified PAs at the end of 2024, according to the latest NCCPA Statistical Profile of Board Certified PAs released May 12.

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Amid Doctor Shortage, Physician Assistant Pay Hits $130,000

• Physician assistants are increasing in number and so is their pay, eclipsing $130,000 a year, according to new data from two groups.

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Making the Case for Physician Associates Going Rural

• Rural practice offers physician associates not just a job, but a chance to make a deeper impact, gain autonomy, and embrace amore rewarding pace of care.

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Join the Changemakers: Apply for $5,000 to Improve Health

• The nccPA Health Foundation invites Board Certified PAs and PA students to apply by May 29 for the $5,000 Kathy J. Pedersen Grant to Promote Equitable Care.

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PAHx Trustees Hold Annual April Board Meeting at Stead Center

• PAHx Trustees hold annual meeting, workshops and dedicate new fountain for the PA Veterans Garden. Plus, we invite you to visit the PAHx Booth at AAPA Conference.

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