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Op-Ed: New OAPA President Nathan Hart, MS, MBA, PA-C, on Impacting the Future of OAPA and PA Clinical Practice

Op-Ed: New OAPA President Nathan Hart, MS, MBA, PA-C, on Impacting the Future of OAPA and PA Clinical Practice

As my term as OAPA President begins, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to all the PAs throughout Ohio who tirelessly advance our profession every day. We all have a voice in how we shape the future for ourselves and for generations of PAs to come.


Speakers and Activities Announced for 2024 OAPA Annual Conference

Speakers and Activities Announced for 2024 OAPA Annual Conference

On September 27-28, 2024, the Ohio PA community will convene at the Renaissance Columbus Westerville-Polaris to learn, grow, and have some fun together. We are excited to announce more details on speakers and activities, with still more news to come next month!


Member Feature: Catching up with Emily Knerr, PA-C

Member Feature: Catching up with Emily Knerr, PA-C

OAPA celebrates its members from across the state and in all areas of practice. This month we are featuring Emily Knerr, PA-C, general surgery physician assistant at OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital and Riverside's nominee for the Ohio Hospital Association's Health Care Worker of the Year Award.

PA Profession & Industry Update

PA History Society Seeking New Board Leaders

PA History Society Seeking New Board Leaders

The Physician Assistant History Society, Inc., dedicated to the history and legacy of the physician assistant profession, is accepting applications to serve on the Society’s Board for a three-year term beginning in January 2025. 


Update from Ohio Department of Health: Tickborne Diseases and Influenza Viral Surveillance

Update from Ohio Department of Health: Tickborne Diseases and Influenza Viral Surveillance

The Ohio Department of Health shares important updates with healthcare providers regarding seasonal concerns. Please review and share these with your colleagues.


Johns Hopkins University Researcher Seeks PA Participants on Study of Digital Health Tools

Johns Hopkins University Researcher Seeks PA Participants on Study of Digital Health Tools

A Johns Hopkins University researcher is seeking 500 participants between now and October for a survey of PAs working in primary care with the authority to prescribe for at least a year. Please review the research request and consider participating!

Spotlight on Students

Are Your Students Missing Out?

Are Your Students Missing Out?

Membership in the only organization advocating for all Ohio PAs is a critical component of the education and training of all PA students. Please help us to spread the word and encourage all students to sign up for an OAPA membership today!


PA Program Spotlight: Ohio University

PA Program Spotlight: Ohio University

Ohio University PA program has recently achieved a 100% first-time PANCE pass rate in 2023 with a class of 35 students. The OUPA program enables their students to explore specialized areas with three elective rotations. Read about the collaborative work OUPA program has done in the communities of Columbus, Ohio.

The Final Word

Nominate for the Josanne Kissel Pagel PAs in Administration Award

Nominate for the Josanne Kissel Pagel PAs in Administration Award

In honor of her generous support and dedication to the PA Foundation, the Josanne Kissel Pagel PAs in Administration Award aims to benefit, encourage, and support PAs presently serving in administrative positions in health systems. Learn more about the award and nominate a deserving PA leader.

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