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PA WEEK 2024: Governor DeWine Declares October 6-12 as Physician Assistants' Week in Ohio

OAPA worked with Governor Mike DeWine’s office to achieve a proclamation that declares October 6-12, 2024, as Physician Assistants' Week in the State of Ohio! We are grateful to the Governor for this recognition and encourage you to share the good news with colleagues and friends as you celebrate PA Week 2024.

OAPA Recognizes Senator Roegner for Ongoing Legislative Support

At the 2024 OAPA Annual Conference, OAPA provided a special recognition for State Senator Kristina D. Roegner for her leadership on the PA Licensure Compact and other support of PAs.

LEGISLATIVE ALERT: HB670 Introduces Physician Associate Professional Title

OAPA is proud to announce the introduction of the bi-partisan HB670 Physician Associate Professional Title change bill in the Ohio House of Representatives, co-sponsored by Reps. Rachel Baker and Nick Santucci. This bill would change the professional title used by physician assistants to "physician associate" throughout the Ohio Revised Code.

AAPA Hears Back from AMA, Requests PA Feedback

The AMA has finally responded to AAPA's letters asking for an end to the AMA's divisive “scope creep” campaign, but fell short of agreeing to participate in dialogue about a more positive path forward. AAPA is now asking for feedback and OAPA encourages Ohio PAs to participate.

Supporting Future PAs: OAPA Names 2024 Scholarship Winners

The future of the Ohio PA profession is bright! OAPA Scholarships celebrate the accomplishments of PA students and provide monetary support to help them complete their studies. We are excited to announce this year's OAPA Scholarship winners!

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Upcoming Events

Sun
6
2024
October 6 - 12, 2024

PA Week 2024!

A celebration of the PA profession in Ohio and beyond

Tue
8
2024
October 8, 2024
6:30PM - 8:00PM EST

OAPA Region 1 & 2 Dinner - The Future of GLP-1 RA therapy: Renal and Neuro-health considerations

Presented by Dr. Alexis McKee, Scientific Director Diabetes Central at Novo Nordisk

Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse Beachwood

Wed
9
2024
October 9, 2024
6:30PM - 8:00PM EST

OAPA Region 4 Dinner with Abbott and FreeStyle Libre 3, presented by Joseph Schum, PharmD, BCPS

Hyde Park in Columbus, OH

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