1.8.2025 • Educational debt has been found to significantly impact the specialty choices of newly certified physician associates (PAs).
Read More1.6.2025 • John Bradford, MPAS, PA-C, reflects on tenure as NCCPA Board Chair, highlighting global partnerships, diversity and sustainability in the PA profession.
Read More1.2.2025 • We're seeking stories, biographies and oral histories from PAs who are interested in sharing their inspiring experiences as a health care professional.
Read More12.30.2024 • John Bradford, MPAS, PA-C, reflects on tenure as NCCPA Board Chair, highlighting global partnerships, diversity and sustainability in the PA profession.
Read More12.23.2024 • NCCPA President and CEO Dawn Morton-Rias, Ed.D., PA-C, ICE-CCP, FACHE extends holiday greetings, celebrates PAs and encourages continued collaboration in the New Year.
Read More12.19.2024 • The NCCPA is a partner with the Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB) in the launch of Provider Bridge, a service designed to streamline procedures and facilitate critical medical services across state lines during emergencies.
Read More12.11.2024 • Rachel Chavez, PA-C, is an advocate for increased Native representation in the medical field through her work at New Life Clinic.
Read More12.9.2024 • Captain (CPT) Patrick Brady's, MPAS, PA-C, career journey from infantryman to Board Certified PA is driven by a family legacy of military service and a commitment to helping fellow soldiers.
Read More12.6.2024 • With information from about 150,000 Board Certified PAs, NCCPA has the most comprehensive workforce data on the profession. Since 2012, NCCPA researchers have collected data through the PA Professional Profile, an online tool developed based on the Health Resources and Services Administration’s (HRSA) minimum data set guidelines for health professions.
Read More12.1.2024 • A total of 11,762 PA students earned board certification in 2023. Find out what new PAs earn compared to 2019, as well as their level of preparedness as they embark on their new careers.
Read More11.19.2024 • Join us for an enlightening discussion that highlights the importance of data in driving informed decisions and improving patient care. Don't miss out on this opportunity to stay ahead in the constantly evolving world of healthcare.
Read More11.18.2024 • Findings suggest PANCE scores and pass rates were impacted during the third year of the pandemic.
Read More11.15.2024 • Physician assistants (PAs) are educated as generalists — with the ability to switch medical specialties during their career.
Read More11.7.2024 • During PA Week 2024, NCCPA celebrated and showcased the contributions of Board Certified PAs, faculty, supporting PA organizations and student PAs, who together make a difference in the profession. We hope our efforts made you feel valued and acknowledged for your outstanding work.
Read More11.4.2024 • The PA Ambassador program brings together Board Certified PAs who collaborate with NCCPA to offer information, contribute ideas and promote the value of the PA profession.
Read More11.1.2024 • Sandy Pais Narciso-Owen, MS, MSPAS, PA-C, is a Board Certified PA with a background in pediatric care. Find out why she believes imposter syndrome is real and how she overcame it.
Read More10.27.2024 • The biennial REPRESENT! NCCPA Summit 2024, “When They See Us,” was held on Sept. 16-17 in Atlanta, providing an opportunity for more than 170 attendees to connect and exchange ideas on boosting diversity, equity and inclusion within the PA profession.
Read More10.24.2024 • The NCCPA Board of Directors recently considered a proposal from the Geriatric Medicine PA Association and subsequently approved the development of a Certificate of Added Qualifications (CAQ) in Geriatric Medicine.
Read More10.21.2024 • A new NCCPA informational video reiterates the importance of maintaining rigorous exam security measures.
Read More10.4.2024 • Comparative analysis of Physician Assistant/Associate National Certifying Examination (PANCE) performance trends: pre and during COVID-19 era
Read More10.3.2024 • Join PAHx at the PAEA Forum in D.C.! Plus, check out our PAHx-NLM banners for your next big event!
Read More10.1.2024 • The PA Ambassador program brings together Board Certified PAs who collaborate with NCCPA to offer information, contribute ideas and promote the value of the PA profession.
Read More9.30.2024 • Phil Nix, PA-C, MPAS, CAQ-EM, is a Board Certified PA who practices in the emergency department at South Miami Hospital. Find out why he encourages his PA colleagues to volunteer with NCCPA.
Read More9.27.2024 • In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 through Oct. 15), we recognize the significant contributions of Board Certified PAs from the Hispanic, Latino and Latina communities to health care.
Read More9.25.2024 • PAs Do That! Magazine: A magazine created to showcase and celebrate the inspiring stories of PAs making a meaningful impact.
Read More9.23.2024 • As we celebrate our 50th anniversary, I am filled with pride and gratitude for the incredible journey that has shaped NCCPA into what it is today.
Read More9.20.2024 • With a shortage of surgeons and rising health care demands, a new study examines the essential role PAs practicing in plastic surgery play compared to PAs in other specialties.
Read More9.3.2024 • Physician assistants (PAs) play a vital role in the US health care system, particularly amid the persistent surgeon shortage and escalating health care demands.
Read More9.1.2024 • Prior studies suggest that physician assistants/associates (PAs) are more likely than physicians to work in underresourced areas.
Read More8.26.2024 • Patrick Coty, PA-C, MS, is a Board Certified PA with 24 years of experience, who currently practices as a Senior PA in kidney and pancreas transplant care
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