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American Academy of Physician Associates
Non-profit Organizations
Alexandria, VA 58,454 followers
The American Academy of Physician Associates is the national professional society for physician associates (PAs).
About us
The American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) is the only national professional association that represents all PAs across all medical settings and specialties in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, U.S. territories except for Puerto Rico, the armed forces and the federal services. AAPA provides comprehensive support and advocacy for PAs so that they may, in turn, provide patients with increased access to quality, cost-effective healthcare.
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http://www.aapa.org
External link for American Academy of Physician Associates
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Alexandria, VA
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1968
- Specialties
- Supporting PAs and their practice of medicine, Continuing Medical Education, Healthcare, and Advocacy
Locations
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Primary
2318 Mill Road Suite 1300
Alexandria, VA 22314, US
Employees at American Academy of Physician Associates
Updates
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Congratulations to Leticia Bland, DHSc, MPAS, PA-C, the 2024 recipient of the Military Service Award! 🏆👏 A U.S. Air Force veteran, Bland volunteers to care for underserved communities. In her role as an educator, she helps her students learn to treat diverse populations. "Now retired from the Air Force after 27 years, PA isn’t merely a profession, but an integral part of my identity,” Bland said. “I hope to lead by example in service and inspire others to know better and do better, fulfilling a calling I cherish daily.” Read more ➡️ https://bit.ly/3VGJwPe #PAsGoBeyond
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Patients with obesity are at higher risk of developing diabetes, heart disease, and many other conditions. PAs and #healthcare providers: check out these newly updated practice resources on treating patients with #obesity. https://bit.ly/4bwNnoS
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The PA Foundation awards the William H. Marquardt Community Health Access Fellowship to PAs serving in mentoring and/or precepting roles, dedicated to promoting accessible primary and preventive healthcare amongst underserved populations. Meet the 2023 Fellows and apply or nominate someone: https://bit.ly/3VR7GGI #PAsGoBeyond
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Today, we welcome Jason P. Prevelige, DMSc, MBA, PA-C, DFAAPA as AAPA's new President and Chair of the Board of Directors. Folusho Ogunfiditimi, DM, MPH, PA-C handed over the gavel at #AAPA24, reflecting on the type of leader Prevelige will be. Learn more about his vision: https://bit.ly/3xDEv1W #PAsGoBeyond
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Please join us in thanking Folusho Ogunfiditimi, DM, MPH, PA-C on his final day as AAPA President. Under his leadership, the PA profession activated the first PA Compact, achieved title change in Oregon, and further cemented the profession's influence in healthcare. We appreciate his unwavering dedication and commitment to advancing the PA profession. "My advice from this experience is to raise your hand. Say yes. Take that leap of faith because you never know what doors may open. It has been an honor to serve as AAPA president, and I can't wait to see what this profession will accomplish next." #PAsGoBeyond
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PA Bryan Wogen spent five years in the Army before becoming a PA. Since then, he and his wife built a practice to provide mobile primary care in 43 senior homes across nearly 200 miles in Colorado. He says about 50% of their patients have #Alzheimers disease or some form of #dementia. “This is how we help them avoid unnecessary hospitalizations, injuries, and, burdens on their quality of life while still preserving their humanity and dignity.” Read more: https://bit.ly/4eF91ZV #PAsGoBeyond
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AAPA is pleased to share that Sondra DePalma, DHSc, PA-C, DFAAPA, CLS, CHC, FNLA, AACC has been appointed to Vice President of Reimbursement and Professional Practice. She previously served as AAPA Senior Director of Regulatory and Professional Practice, where she championed PA education, scope of practice, practice policies, and compliance considerations. "I look forward to advocating for our profession, removing barriers to PA practice and reimbursement, and helping PAs provide the high-quality care for which we are trained and licensed," she said. Read more: https://bit.ly/4bqKZ22
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Congratulations to Jade O. Norman, MHS, the PA Student of the Year! 🎉🏆 A student at Meharry Medical College, she is passionate about health equity and is the Director of Community Engagement for the nation’s first medical concierge service for lower socioeconomic families. Read more: https://bit.ly/45Lyc8X “To be considered as a nominee for an award of this caliber was such a humbling honor, but to be chosen has added fuel to the already burning flame inside of me to mold a more inclusive healthcare system,” Norman said. #PAsGoBeyond
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AAPA is looking for volunteers to help select educational content for #AAPA25! Apply to become a CME Proposal Grader, where you’ll evaluate conference proposals and provide input into the CME session selection process. Apply by July 31. https://bit.ly/4aC5mZz
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