On May 24, 2021 the American Academy of PAs House of Delegates passed a resolution affirming “physician associate” as the official title for the PA profession by a majority vote of 198 to 68.
NCCPA is aware of this action and is keeping abreast of new developments around this decision.
For questions regarding the title change please visit: https://www.aapa.org/title-change-investigation/faqs/
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