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OAPA Ready for Legislative Action in 2025

OAPA Ready for Legislative Action in 2025

After selecting a new lobbyist and securing an AAPA Advocacy Grant, OAPA is well positioned to successfully partner with the 136th Ohio General Assembly to eliminate legislative barriers so that Ohio PAs may practice at the top of their license. Learn more about the new lobbyist and the grant and stay apprised of all of the latest legislative news.


Bylaws Amendments Vote Set to Begin December 2

Bylaws Amendments Vote Set to Begin December 2

OAPA voting members will receive ballots on December 2. The Board of Directors asks voters to adopt the proposed Bylaws amendments, which are primarily for grammar, standardization, and clarity purposes. Access the full marked up copy of the Bylaws now, then cast your vote between December 2-20.


Op-Ed: Ryan McCune, PA-C, on "Military Service as a Path to PA Practice"

Op-Ed: Ryan McCune, PA-C, on "Military Service as a Path to PA Practice"

My experience in the Army didn’t just introduce me to the career but helped to build the confidence I needed to pursue such a challenging and competitive field. It has also helped to prepare me for practicing as a PA. The basic principle of the military is to get a group of individuals to operate as a team in pursuit of a common goal. This directly translates to practicing medicine.

PA Profession & Industry Update

The PA Profession in Ohio, Since 1971

The PA Profession in Ohio, Since 1971

PAs have been practicing in Ohio for more than 50 years, making it challenging to fully recognize the significant contributions and legislative advancements made by thousands of Ohio PAs over the decades. Explore the history of the Ohio PA profession through this new timeline.


Free STI Intensive Course for Healthcare Providers

Free STI Intensive Course for Healthcare Providers

The New York City STI Prevention Training Center (designated by CDC as the Ohio Department of Health’s STI technical assistance provider) is hosting a three half-day virtual STI intensive course from Dec. 10-12 for healthcare professionals who see patients with or who may acquire sexually transmitted infections.


Kickstart Your Job Search with Complimentary Career Guidance

Kickstart Your Job Search with Complimentary Career Guidance

If your "new year, new you" plan includes a job search, take advantage of complimentary career guidance through the OAPA Career Center. Upload your resume to open yourself up to new employment opportunities and activate job alerts to be among the first to know when fresh positions are posted.

Spotlight on Students

Student Research - Revisiting Student Posters Presented at the 2024 OAPA Annual Conference

Student Research - Revisiting Student Posters Presented at the 2024 OAPA Annual Conference

OAPA recognizes the importance of promoting research in the PA profession. In response to this demand, we provided a platform to display the work of Ohio PA students at the OAPA Annual Conference. Read on to learn about three student research posters featured at this year's event.

The Final Word

Save the Date! 2025 Pharmacology Conference

Save the Date! 2025 Pharmacology Conference

Mark your calendars for the 2025 OAPA Pharmacology Conference on March 28-29. Get the essential pharmacology CMEs you need while connecting with fellow PAs and strengthening your professional network. Don't miss out—registration opens in January!

Upcoming Events

December 5, 2024
6:00PM - 7:30PM

OAPA Region 5 Dinner with Bayer

CV Risk in patients with CKD associated with T2D and CV Outcomes in Kerendia (finerenone) Clinical Trials

Rosaria's on Third Street, Perrysburg

January 11, 2025
9:00AM - 11:00AM

OAPA Winter Board Meeting (Virtual)

January 22, 2025
6:00PM - 7:30PM EST

OAPA Region 6 & 7 Dinner

Bayer's Kerendia and management of chronic kidney disease

Jag's Steakhouse, West Chester