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PA Rises to #3 Best Job in 2025 U.S. News & World Report Rankings
U.S. News & World Report named the PA profession #3 among the 100 Best Jobs across all occupations based on such factors as median salary, unemployment rate, 10-year growth volume, 10-year growth percentage, future job prospects, stress level, and work-life balance!
LEGISLATIVE ALERT: Recapping 2024 as the New Ohio General Assembly Convenes
The 136th Ohio General Assembly officially began on January 6, 2025, with newly elected legislators taking their oaths of office and chamber activities getting underway. Looking back at the 135th Ohio General Assembly, it concluded at the end of 2024 in a chaotic "lame duck" session, with a multitude of amendments and frenetic passing of bills. Here is an update now that one legislative session has ended and a new one has begun.
OAPA Announces Exciting Speaker Lineup for 2025 Pharmacology Conference
The full speaker lineup for the 2025 OAPA Pharmacology Conference, March 28-29 in Cuyahoga Falls, is now available. Register today to hear expert guidance from the DEA Detroit Field Division and explore a variety of timely topics, including dermatology, rheumatology, immunity, gender-affirming hormone therapy, heart failure, and more!
Registration Now Open: 2025 OAPA Pharmacology Conference
Join us March 28-29, 2025, in Cuyahoga Falls for the premier annual event in pharmacology education. Expand your knowledge, strengthen your network, and earn your CME with OAPA!
New Leadership for OAPA Government Affairs as 136th Ohio General Assembly Begins
As the new Ohio General Assembly begins in January 2025, the Ohio Association of Physician Assistants is undergoing its own transitions within the government affairs domain. Read on to hear about the outgoing and incoming Government Affairs Committee chairs and new lobbying partner.
New 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 now eligible for a discount on select RISHI workshops in 2025!
On-Demand CME: Weighing Your Options: A Review of Antiobesity Treatment Options
Earn 1 CME credit while learning from Emily Doycich, PharmD, BCPS, and Shanail Berry, M.D. about criteria for medical weight management and current medications approved for weight loss.
LEGISLATIVE ALERT: Another Round of HB 73 Opposition Testimony from OAPA
House Bill 73, which presents multiple significant risks to patient safety and Ohio's healthcare practice integrity, will have a 4th hearing in the Senate Health Committee on December 11. OAPA has submitted additional opposition testimony in effort to defeat this bill.
LEGISLATIVE ALERT: OAPA Gives Further Interested Party Testimony on SB 196
Senate Bill 196 regarding global signature authority for APRNs, which was passed by the Ohio Senate in June, had a 3rd hearing in the House Health Provider Services Committee on December 10. OAPA Immediate Past President Matthew Freado again gave interested party testimony, seeking the addition of PAs to this common sense, practice-advancing bill.
OAPA Receives AAPA Advocacy Grant Funding for an Impactful 2025 Legislative Year
In October, OAPA submitted a grant proposal requesting financial support for an impactful, game-changing legislative year in 2025. OAPA seeks not only to advance the interests of PAs in our state but also to serve as a model and catalyst for other AAPA constituent organizations to enhance their advocacy efforts and advance the PA profession nationwide. We are excited to announce that AAPA has awarded OAPA with grant funding!
OAPA Selects New Lobbying Firm
Earlier this year, the OAPA Board of Directors launched a lobbyist search process. After receiving and reviewing proposals and conducting interviews, one firm emerged as the best choice for helping OAPA achieve its legislative goals. Read on for more information about OAPA's new lobbying partner.
Connect with Ohio PAs: Event Partnerships Now Available!
OAPA is offering you an opportunity to showcase your organization to practicing PAs, PA educators, and PA students from across Ohio at the annual Pharmacology Conference on March 28-29, 2025, at the Sheraton Suites in Cuyahoga Falls.
Amended Rules on Medications for Opioid Use Disorder
On Wednesday, October 9, the State Medical Board of Ohio voted to amend the administrative rules for medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD), effective October 31, 2024. The amendments reflect changes in federal law and allow prescribers to safely provide needed treatment to vulnerable patients.
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.
AAPA Tries Again with AMA, Invites Collaboration to Find Common Ground
The AAPA has sent a second letter to the American Medical Association (AMA) after receiving no response to the July 30 outreach asking for an end to the AMA's divisive “scope creep” campaign. Follow along with the latest development on AAPA's new "Stop Healthcare Obstruction" page.
Take 5 Minutes to Stand Up for the PA Profession
The AAPA has asked the American Medical Association (AMA) to cease its divisive “scope creep” campaign. You can help by adding your name to a sign-on letter and completing a quick survey about the impact of AMA's efforts on your practice.
AAPA Invites Dialogue with AMA, Asks for End to Campaign Against PAs
The AAPA has sent a letter to the American Medical Association (AMA) confronting its unjust and harmful attacks on PAs and other healthcare providers and calling on the AMA to cease its divisive “scope creep” campaign.
