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Psychiatry PAs Help Meet the Need for Mental Health Care

More than 3,000 PAs nationwide are working in psychiatry, and that number continues to grow. PAs in primary care also provide mental health support as they care for their patients holistically. Learn more about how PAs meet the critical need for mental health care in the American healthcare system.

2025 Pharmacology On-Demand Content

This 12 credit, on-demand CME program covering myriad areas of pharmacology for PA practice is now available for purchase!

OAPA Launches a Pre-PA Virtual Event Series

We are excited to announce a new initiative from the Ohio Association of Physician Assistants designed specifically to support Pre-PA students as they navigate their journey toward becoming future PAs. This three part series, presented by the OAPA Membership Committee, will help Pre-PA students better understand the CASPA, prepare for interviews, and hear from current PA students about the experience of PA school. Sign up for one, two, or all three sessions!

Free PA Student & Recent Grad Event - Next Stop: Clinical Practice!

August 2, 2025 from 9-10:30 a.m. on Zoom

Navigating the leap from classroom to clinical practice can be overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone. Join us for a live virtual Q&A with experienced PAs from across Ohio! This event is your chance to ask questions, get real-world advice, and prepare for success in your first role as a practicing PA.

Honoring PA Excellence: OAPA Awards and Scholarships Now Open

One of the most rewarding activities for a membership community like OAPA is celebrating past and future member achievements by granting awards and scholarships. Awards recognize those who have made a significant positive impact on the PA profession, while scholarships support Ohio PA students as they pursue their education. As such, we are excited to announce the opening of our award nominations and scholarship applications for 2025!

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Upcoming Events

Sat
19
2025
July 19, 2025
9:00AM - 11:00AM

OAPA Board of Directors Summer Meeting (Virtual)

Sat
26
2025
July 26, 2025
10:00AM - 11:00AM EDT

CME Webinar: Beta-Lactams Considerations for Antibiotic Selection

Presented by Dr. Erik M. Wasowski, Pharm.D. BCPS

Wed
30
2025
July 30, 2025
6:00PM - 7:30PM EDT

OAPA Region 5 Dinner - Migraines and Migraine Management with AbbVie

Presented by Tori Czech, PharmD, PhD, and Maisha Rahman, PharmD

Restaurant TBD, Tiffin, OH

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