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HB 963 Spotlight: Eliminating the PA-to-Physician Ratio
Healthcare teams are built around patient needs, yet Ohio law still limits a physician to supervising no more than five PAs at any one time. HB 963 would eliminate the 5:1 PA-to-physician ratio, giving practices and health systems the staffing flexibility to improve access to care, especially in areas with provider shortages. Featuring quotes and stories from real Ohio PAs, this article is part of an ongoing series exploring the 14 actions within HB 963 that will modernize PA practice in Ohio.
Financial Wellness Before PA School: Strategies to Reduce Debt and Build Financial Confidence
Monday, November 9, at 8:00 p.m. on Zoom
PA school is a significant investment in your future, but preparing for that investment involves more than comparing tuition costs. This presentation explores the financial challenges prospective PA students may face and offers practical strategies to reduce borrowing, compare the total cost of PA programs, identify scholarship opportunities, manage living expenses, and understand student loan options.
Now Live: Ohio PA Fellowships & Residencies Listing
OAPA is excited to announce the launch of our new Ohio PA Fellowships & Residencies listing, a complimentary resource for helping PAs find postgraduate training opportunities across the state. Whether you’re a new graduate seeking structured clinical training or an experienced PA exploring a new specialty, you can now browse programs, compare specialties, and find the pathway that fits your career goals. If your facility hosts a PA fellowship or residency program, we invite you to submit your information for inclusion.
HB 963 Spotlight: Removing the Geographic Proximity Requirement for Physicians and PAs
Physicians and PAs can collaborate across distances through telecommunication, yet Ohio law still ties their relationship to geography. HB 963 would remove the vague geographical proximity requirement, providing statutory clarity on physician-PA interaction and access while supporting optimal patient care, especially in rural and telehealth settings. Featuring quotes and stories from real Ohio PAs, this article is part of an ongoing series exploring the 14 actions within HB 963 that will modernize PA practice in Ohio.
HB 963 Spotlight: Transitioning from “Supervision” to “Collaboration”
“Supervision” is an outdated term that doesn’t capture how PAs and physicians actually work together. HB 963 would update Ohio law to describe the relationship as “collaboration,” aligning state law with modern, team-based healthcare. Featuring quotes and stories from real Ohio PAs, this article is part of an ongoing series exploring the 14 actions within HB 963 that will modernize PA practice in Ohio.
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November 4, 2026
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9
2026
November 9, 2026
8:00PM - 9:00PM EST
Financial Wellness Before PA School: Strategies to Reduce Debt and Build Financial Confidence
Presented by Carrie McMahon, MHPE, MPAS, PA-C – National Speaker, Clinician, and Educator
Zoom (link to be provided upon registration)
