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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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Why I Volunteer: Jeffery Myers, PA-C

• Board Certified PA Jeffery Myers, PA-C, an Assistant Professor at Oregon Health & Science University, offers advice to fellow PAs considering volunteering with NCCPA.

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Pause, Breathe, Recharge: Managing Stress in Health Care

• Feeling stressed? Chin Rodgers, MPAS, PA-C, a Board Certified PA who practices in emergency medicine and family medicine shares quick tips to reset, recharge and thrive!

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Semester at Sea

• After a celebrated PA career, Randy Orsborn, MPAS, PA-C, CAQ-EM, rediscovered medicine with his 'eyes wide open' on a global medical adventure with Semester at Sea

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PAs Fill Urology Workforce Shortage

• This study evaluates the differences between PAs working in urology and their peers in other clinical fields.

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Research Examines Learning Benefits of PANRE-LA Participation

• A recent study examined the self-reported learning benefits and PA practice application of the Physician Assistant National Recertifying Examination Longitudinal Assessment® (PANRE-LA).

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Equity and Longitudinal Assessments: Perspectives from PAs Participating in PANRE-LA

• Longitudinal assessments (LAs) may offer more flexibility and unique opportunities to enhance equity.

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Kathy J. Pedersen Grant to Promote Equitable Care: 2025 Call for Proposals Open

• The nccPA Health Foundation is offering grants to PAs who are ready to lead the way in equitable care. Learn how you can secure up to $5,000 to fund your innovative solutions.

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National Nutrition Month: From Buzzwords to Balanced Nutrition, PAs Can Guide Patients

• Tired of confusing diet advice? Registered Dietician and Board Certified PA Colleen Sloan, PA-C, RDN, helps you spot the red flags of nutrition misinformation.

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Why I Volunteer: Michael Gerlach, DMS, MSPA, PA-C

• Board Certified PA Michael Gerlach, DMS, MSPA, PA-C, serves as a staff PA and APP Coordinator in the Urology department in Fairhaven, Massachusetts.

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PAs Play Role in Colorectal Cancer Detection, Care

• As colorectal cancer (CRC) cases rise among younger adults, Lindsay Pearson, MSPAS, PA-C, a Board Certified PA practicing in colorectal surgery, shares insights on navigating screening guidelines and supporting patients through treatment.

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Mentoring the Future: Five Years of PA Ambassador Program

• For five years, the PA Ambassador Program has been empowering PAs at every stage of their career. Learn how this NCCPA-led initiative is expanding the reach of the profession.

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Celebrating Influential PA Educators and Profession Leaders

• In celebration of Women's History Month, the PA History Society shared a collection of oral history and biographies highlighting the collective strength and influence of women dedicated to education and leadership. Check out who's featured in this year's collection.

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