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A Year in Review: Advancing the PA Profession Together

As we reflect on the past 50 years of serving Ohio's PA community, it is clear that progress, partnership, and purpose defined the work of the Ohio Association of Physician Assistants in 2025. Across advocacy efforts, educational programming, student engagement, and member connection, this year showcased the strength and momentum of Ohio’s PA community.

Ohio's Kristin Homoki, DMSc, PA-C Honored as an AAPA Distinguished Fellow (DFAAPA)

The American Academy of Physician Associates has named another Ohio PA to their cohort of AAPA Distinguished Fellows -- Kristin Homoki, DMSc, PA-C! OAPA celebrates the good work of our members and congratulates Kristin, who also currently serves as OAPA's Secretary-Treasurer, on this major professional achievement.

2026 Discount for OAPA Members - Remen Institute for the Study of Health and Illness (RISHI)

The Remen Institute for the Study of Health & Illness (RISHI) contributes to healing the culture of health care through programs, tools, practices, and resources to enable health professionals to sustain their service values, their humanity, and their passion for their work. OAPA members are eligible for a discount on select RISHI workshops in 2026!

2025 Annual On-Demand Content

This 5.75 credit, on-demand CME program highlights select 2025 OAPA Annual Conference content. Sign up today and use code "50OFFANNUAL" for $50 off the registration fee!

10 PA Title Change Myths: OAPA Responds to Opposition Testimony

On November 19, 2025, the Ohio House Health Committee hearing included opposition testimony on HB 353, the PA Title Change bill. Here's what we at OAPA heard, and why we remain confident that Ohio patients would be better served by PAs practicing under a professional title that more accurately reflects their education, training, and responsibilities.

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Upcoming Events

Sat
10
2026
January 10, 2026
9:00AM - 11:00AM

OAPA Board of Directors Winter Meeting (Virtual)

Tue
13
2026
January 13, 2026
6:00PM - 8:00PM EDT

OAPA Region 1 & 2 Dinner Meeting on Inhaled Insulin - Mannkind

Save the date - more information to come!

Michael Angelo's Winery

Wed
28
2026
January 28, 2026
6:00PM - 8:00PM EST

OAPA Region 6 & 7 Dinner

Learn from AstraZeneca about Asthma and COPD treatment options.

Cooper's Hawk Winery, Liberty Township

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