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Houston, Here We Come! OAPA Delegates to Represent Ohio PAs at the National Level
Before the AAPA conference begins this week, the 2024 AAPA House of Delegates (HOD) will convene to review and adopt proposed resolutions that impact AAPA governance and operations and the broader PA profession. OAPA is proud to have 9 members representing our organization in Houston in the HOD.
CME Webinar: Inpatient Pharmacotherapy for Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome
June 11, 2024 from 7-8 p.m.
Join us as Erik M. Wasowski, Pharm.D. BCPS, reviews pharmacologic management of alcohol use disorder with emphasis on inpatient management.
LEGISLATIVE ALERT: OAPA Gives Interested Party Testimony on SB 196
Senate Bill 196 regarding global signature authority for APRNs had a 3rd hearing in the Senate Health Committee on May 8. OAPA President Matthew Freado gave interested party testimony, seeking the addition of PAs to this bill.
Celebrating 5 Years of Advocacy Success - Eliminating the PA Formulary
As OAPA avidly pursues our current legislative agenda, it is important to also take a step back and remember how far we've come! In 2024, the Ohio PA community is celebrating 5 years since the effective date of the PA Bill, also known as Senate Bill 259, which eliminated the PA formulary.
OAPA Launches New Career Center
The new OAPA Career Center, the premier resource to connect highly qualified PA talent with career opportunities, is now available! This tool will further OAPA's mission of providing resources for the personal and professional development of Ohio PAs.
Call for Speakers: 2024 OAPA Annual Conference
The 2024 OAPA Annual Conference is scheduled for September 27-28 at the Renaissance Columbus Westerville-Polaris. We are currently seeking speakers and welcome topics and ideas from all specialties. The deadline for proposals is May 15, 2024.
On-Demand CME: COPD Pharmacology and Updates on Treatment
This one hour, on-demand CME program takes a deep dive into COPD Pharmacology and Updates on Treatment with Dr. Stephanie Zampino, PharmD, BCPS. The program includes a review of the pharmacotherapeutic options for COPD, approach for managing a patient with COPD, and important GOLD guideline updates.
That's a Wrap on the 2024 OAPA Pharmacology Conference!
Ohio PAs converged on Cuyahoga Falls, April 12-13, to meet new colleagues, strengthen existing relationships, and learn the latest in pharmacology for PA practice. Attendees reported appreciating speaker expertise, content quality, and overall event excellence!
LEGISLATIVE ALERT: OAPA Gives Proponent Testimony on PA Licensure Compact (SB 28)
Senate Bill 28, the Physician Assistant Licensure Compact bill, is moving through the Ohio House Health Provider Services Committee, and OAPA is there cheering it on! Find out how you can help...
On the Legislative Front
OAPA continues its quest to remove barriers to PA practice. Our current priorities for the State of Ohio are outlined on our Advocacy web page. If you haven't visited lately, take a look! Be sure to also follow along with our Latest News, which occasionally has relevant stories from the federal level, including a recent post about AAPA's Amicus Brief on the Mifepristone Case.
