10.15.2025 • Worsening working conditions were the strongest predictor of burnout among PAs in 2023, while work-life balance offered the greatest protection, according to new report.
Read More9.30.2025 • The United States (U.S.) Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) defines family medicine physicians as those who “diagnose, treat, and provide preventive care to individuals and families across the lifespan”.
Read More9.29.2025 • Patricia Donahue, PA-C, is a Board Certified PA who brings a comprehensive background in various specialties, including hospital medicine, emergency medicine, college health and primary care inboxology.
Read More9.26.2025 • The inaugural funding cycle for the nccPA Health Foundation EMPOWER Grant is open! Apply by Thursday, October 2 for this $5,000 grant to improve health in your community
Read More9.25.2025 • Torria Slagle, MSPAS, PA-C, goes the extra mile to connect with her patients. Whether learning sign language to ask about a child's pain or reassuring worried parents, her career has been defined by compassionate care.
Read More9.24.2025 • PAs play an important role in guiding patients through prostate cancer screening, diagnosis, treatment and survivorship.
Read More9.22.2025 • Through advocacy, mentorship, community outreach and partnerships, Physician Associates for Latino Health (PALH) fosters representation and cultural connection in health care to improve outcomes and empower future Latino/a PAs.
Read More9.19.2025 • NCCPA has introduced enhancements to the CME logging process in the PA Portal, making it faster and more user-friendly for Board Certified PAs.
Read More9.18.2025 • Despite challenges like burnout, PAs are increasingly expanding their roles in health care across specialties and career satisfaction remains high, according to a new report.
Read More9.8.2025 • Heading to the Leadership & Advocacy Summit in Washington, D.C.? Be sure to stop by the PAHx booth!
Read More9.5.2025 • 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.
Read More9.4.2025 • 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
Read More9.3.2025 • 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.
Read More8.29.2025 • 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.
Read More8.27.2025 • 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.
Read More8.21.2025 • 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.
Read More8.18.2025 • Meet four Board Certified PAs advancing neurosurgery by focusing on advocacy, education and patient-centered care. Learn about their work this Neurosurgery Awareness Month.
Read More8.15.2025 • PA Leaders from the U.S. and 13 other countries discussed education standards, certification, accreditation and licensure at a recent International PA Summit.
Read More8.4.2025 • 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.
Read More8.1.2025 • 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.
Read More7.31.2025 • 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.
Read More7.22.2025 • 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.
Read More7.21.2025 • When Marlo Dombroff, MS, PA-C, noticed an increase in patients struggling to choose between their medication and food, she took action.
Read More7.19.2025 • 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.
Read More7.18.2025 • As more states adopt "Physician Associate" as the official title of the PA profession, NCCPA clarifies its policies to ensure recognition for all.
Read More7.1.2025 • 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.
Read More6.28.2025 • Learn how two LBGT PA Caucus leaders champion inclusive health care, honor community advocates and drive change for LGBTQ+ patients and providers.
Read More6.27.2025 • NCCPA showcases research and engages with thousands of PAs attending the AAPA 2025 Conference.
Read More6.23.2025 • 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.
Read More6.21.2025 • 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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