6.20.2025 • 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.
Read More6.19.2025 • 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.
Read More6.18.2025 • 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.
Read More6.17.2025 • 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
Read More5.29.2025 • 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.
Read More5.27.2025 • Physician assistants are increasing in number and so is their pay, eclipsing $130,000 a year, according to new data from two groups.
Read More4.26.2025 • 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.
Read More4.25.2025 • 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.
Read More4.24.2025 • 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.
Read More4.23.2025 • Board Certified PA Jeffery Myers, PA-C, an Assistant Professor at Oregon Health & Science University, offers advice to fellow PAs considering volunteering with NCCPA.
Read More4.22.2025 • 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!
Read More4.21.2025 • 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
Read More4.19.2025 • This study evaluates the differences between PAs working in urology and their peers in other clinical fields.
Read More4.17.2025 • A recent study examined the self-reported learning benefits and PA practice application of the Physician Assistant National Recertifying Examination Longitudinal Assessment® (PANRE-LA).
Read More4.16.2025 • Longitudinal assessments (LAs) may offer more flexibility and unique opportunities to enhance equity.
Read More4.14.2025 • 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.
Read More4.12.2025 • 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.
Read More4.11.2025 • Board Certified PA Michael Gerlach, DMS, MSPA, PA-C, serves as a staff PA and APP Coordinator in the Urology department in Fairhaven, Massachusetts.
Read More4.3.2025 • 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.
Read More3.28.2025 • 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.
Read More3.27.2025 • 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.
Read More3.27.2025 • With a shortage of neurology physicians, PAs are emerging as essential in providing neurological care.
Read More3.26.2025 • Recently, a team of researchers at the NCCPA examined the impact of educational debt on PA specialty selection - tune in as we discuss their work as recently published in JAAPA.
Read More3.26.2025 • Compensation for PAs varies by state, with California PAs earning the highest average income in 2023 at $143,074 — an 11.5% increase from 2019, according to a report released Feb. 24 by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
Read More3.25.2025 • Gender pay gaps for physician assistants/associates vary across states, with Oklahoma having the largest disparity ($25,777) and Alaska having the smallest ($11,852), according to a report released Feb. 24 by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
Read More3.25.2025 • Research on the distribution of PAs across the country demonstrates that PAs may not always gravitate where you think they would. So where are PAs practicing, and what factors drive them to those areas?
Read More3.20.2025 • A recent study found that in aggregate 53.4% of currently practicing PAs have changed specialties at least once. This proportion increases to 76% for those practicing for 31 or more years.
Read More3.18.2025 • Physician assistants in California earned the highest average salary in 2023, reaching $143,074 — a notable 11.5% increase since 2019, according to a Feb. 24 report from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
Read More3.16.2025 • For Laura J. Ross, PA-C, AACC, CLS, DipACLM, combating heart disease is both a professional mission and a personal passion.
Read More3.12.2025 • A recent study delves into PAs practicing in cardiology, their demographics and roles are shaping the future of cardiovascular care.
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