Record Number of PAs Certified in 2023

NCCPA announced a record-breaking number of newly certified PAs in 2023.

A total of 11,762 PA students earned board certification, according to the 2023 Statistical Profile of Recently Board Certified PAs annual report. These new PAs can be found in every state and the District of Columbia, with the highest representation in New York, California and Florida.

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Educational Debt Influences Specialty Choices Among Newly Certified PAs.

1.8.2025 • Educational debt has been found to significantly impact the specialty choices of newly certified physician associates (PAs).

Why I Volunteer: Karen Lazard, PA-C

1.6.2025 • John Bradford, MPAS, PA-C, reflects on tenure as NCCPA Board Chair, highlighting global partnerships, diversity and sustainability in the PA profession.

Exciting Call for PA Stories!

1.2.2025 • We're seeking stories, biographies and oral histories from PAs who are interested in sharing their inspiring experiences as a health care professional.