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Sharing Our Strategy: On the Road to Making Ohio the Premier State for PAs

Sharing Our Strategy: On the Road to Making Ohio the Premier State for PAs

Every organization needs direction - a desired end state - and the roadmap to get there. Although OAPA’s long term vision is “Ohio is the premier state for PAs,” the work we do in the short term moves us closer to that reality. Here are OAPA's five areas of strategic focus for the next 12-18 months.


Member Feature: Catching up with Sean Kramer, MSHS, PA-C

Member Feature: Catching up with Sean Kramer, MSHS, PA-C

OAPA celebrates its members from across the state and in all areas of practice. This month we are featuring Sean Kramer, MSHS, PA-C, PA Program Director and Clinical Associate Professor at Lake Erie College.


PAs Converge on Cuyahoga Falls: Recapping the OAPA Membership Meeting

PAs Converge on Cuyahoga Falls: Recapping the OAPA Membership Meeting

On April 12-13, 2024, PAs from around the state convened at the Sheraton Suites in Cuyahoga Falls to engage in the 2024 Pharmacology Conference and the spring OAPA Membership Meeting.

PA Profession & Industry Update

May is Mental Health Awareness Month

May is Mental Health Awareness Month

Since its inception in 1949, Mental Health Awareness Month has brought attention to America's mental health crisis and the importance of mental health and wellness. Resources are provided to help PAs observe this month and seek help if they are in need.


New Research: "Expanding the Scope of Practice for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants to Enhance Healthcare"

New Research: "Expanding the Scope of Practice for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants to Enhance Healthcare"

From the Annals of Health Law and Life Sciences comes this article by Steve Waxman, MD, JD & James Dechene, JD, PhD, supporting an expanded scope for PAs to deliver high-quality, affordable, accessible healthcare.


Unique CME Options for PAs

Unique CME Options for PAs

CME options abound. What will you choose to learn to meet your required hours? View these options from OAPA and beyond.

Spotlight on Students

Coming Soon: 2024 OAPA OlymPACs!

Coming Soon: 2024 OAPA OlymPACs!

Following the success of the 2023 OlymPACs this past fall, OAPA student leaders are proud to announce our 2024 event will take place on June 29th, 2024, at Ohio Dominican University.


PA Program Spotlight: Baldwin Wallace

PA Program Spotlight: Baldwin Wallace

Baldwin Wallace PA program has graduated 33 students in the Class of 2023 with a 97% first time PANCE pass rate. The program offers multiple elective clinical opportunities and are actively volunteering with local organizations such as the Down Syndrome Association of Northeast Ohio and the BW Pre-PA club. The program will matriculate 35 students in May 2024.


PA Program Spotlight: Cedarville University

PA Program Spotlight: Cedarville University

Cedarville University is a newer Ohio PA program. The program inaugurated their first cohort in May of 2023 and will graduate their first class in 2025. Their first cohort is excited to begin clinical rotations in June. In addition to academics, the program is off to a great start in serving the community, volunteering with the Dayton Gospel Mission soup kitchen and the Therapeutic Riding Institute.

The Final Word

Save the Date & Call for Speakers - 2024 OAPA Annual Conference

Save the Date & Call for Speakers - 2024 OAPA Annual Conference

Mark your calendar to join us September 27-28 for the 2024 OAPA Annual Conference! And if you have PA practice expertise to share, we would love to consider you for our educational program. The Call for Speakers is open now through May 15. Learn more here.

Upcoming Events

May 1, 2024

DEADLINE: OAPA Election

Voting members are asked to help OAPA find its next Secretary-Treasurer and AAPA Delegate

May 7, 2024

DEADLINE: OAPA Student Representative Nomination

The OAPA Board of Directors is now accepting applications for the Student Representative-Elect position.

May 18 - 22, 2024