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| | OAPA is making meaningful strides for the PA profession on several fronts at once. This month, we unveiled a new strategic collaboration alongside a companion bill advancing the PA Title Change effort at the Statehouse. Together, these developments reflect our sustained commitment to legislative advocacy and professional growth. Read on for the full story, and stay engaged as we keep pushing forward. |
| | Join the Ohio PA community August 27–29 at the Westin Cleveland Downtown. The OAPA Annual Conference is your opportunity to step away from the daily grind and reconnect with the community that fuels your passion for patient care. Registration is now open, with discounted rates available through July 29, and new programming updates are being posted regularly! |
| | Sharpen your clinical edge with Medmastery. OAPA members save 40% on Pro and get 140+ case-based courses, 450+ CME credits, and 18 specialties — all in short, high-yield lessons built for busy PAs. Learn more about this and other great membership benefits! |
Top | | A State Medical Board of Ohio advisory committee, which included an OAPA member, has completed its review of the inaugural Certified Mental Health Assistant (CMHA) curriculum, identifying key gaps in competency standards, clinical training oversight, and assessment structures. The committee's findings have been submitted to the Board, and public comment on the proposed CMHA rules is open through June 5, 2026. |
| | (This is a sponsored post.)
Register today for the 2026 Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Conference, Sept. 10–11 at The Ohio Union. This two-day hybrid event brings APPs together for a practice-focused experience supporting clinical excellence, professional growth, and well-being. Enjoy keynote speakers, expert-led sessions, specialty tracks, hands-on pre-conference workshops, poster presentations, and networking.
Secure your spot today and connect with peers while advancing your practice. Limited-capacity workshops and popular sessions will fill quickly. |
| | OAPA members receive a special discount for The Remen Institute for the Study of Health & Illness (RISHI's) upcoming The Healer's Art™ Faculty Development Workshop, July 15-19. This experience is designed to equip faculty with innovative strategies to strengthen professionalism and resilience in medical and healthcare students. |
Top | | PA programs across Ohio are invited to participate in the 2026 PA OlymPAcs on June 20 at Mount Saint Joseph University. Step away from the demands of didactic and clinical training, celebrate your program pride, and raise funds for meaningful causes, all while having a great time. The t-shirt fundraiser is closing soon, so act now! |
| | OAPA is proud to offer several scholarships each year to support Ohio PA students on their educational journey! These competitive funding opportunities are designed to ease the financial demands of PA school so you can focus on what matters most...becoming a great clinician. Review the eligibility requirements and apply today. |
| | OAPA is proud to recognize Case Western Reserve University PA student, and OAPA student member, Sofia Ivanoff- Tzvetcoff, PA-S for receiving the Physician Associates for Latino Health (PALH) Scholarship! |
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| | Calling All Fellowship and Residency ProgramsOAPA is building a centralized, complimentary directory of PA fellowships and residencies for Ohio PAs, and we need your help! If your facility hosts a program, submit your information today for inclusion on the OAPA website. Find out more here. |
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Upcoming Events
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June 2, 2026
6:30PM - 8:30PM EDT | Hypercortisolism: A Potential Underlying Cause of of Difficult-to-Manage Type 2 DiabetesKen Stewart's Grille, Akron OH |
| June 9, 2026
6:00PM - 8:00PM EDT | Invasive Meningococcal Disease and GSK Vaccine Options, presented by Jon Dvorak, MDRosewood Grill, Westlake |
| June 20, 2026 | An annual gathering of PA students for friendly competition and fundraising!Mount Saint Joseph University, Cincinnati |
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