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Notice of Proposed OAPA Bylaws Amendments - July 2025

The OAPA Membership Committee recently presented two proposals to support the next generation of PAs, including extending OAPA student membership duration and creation of a Pre-PA membership category. The Board of Directors approved these proposals and the voting membership will now be asked to vote on related Bylaws amendments between August 30-September 17.

Ohio's Melissa Bowlby, MHA, MSBS, PA-C Honored as an AAPA Distinguished Fellow (DFAAPA)

The American Academy of Physician Associates has named their newest cohort of AAPA Distinguished Fellows, and among the honorees is Ohio's Melissa Bowlby, MHA, MSBS, PA-C! OAPA celebrates the good work of our members and congratulates Melissa on this major professional achievement.

Your Work Matters! Grow Your PA Career with OAPA

No matter your career stage, the Ohio Association of Physician Assistants offers powerful ways to grow professionally, expand your network, and support the PA community in Ohio. Be an AUTHORITY. Be an ADVOCATE. Be a LEADER. Start your career growth with OAPA today!

Join us for an OAPA Member Town Hall!

OAPA will hold a Town Hall on Tuesday, August 5, from 7-8 p.m. via Zoom. All OAPA members are invited to hear what's new and what's to come in OAPA. There will be brief updates and also time for Q&A. Register and submit your question(s) today! We look forward to the discussion.

Volunteer with OAPA: Shape the Future of the PA Profession in Ohio

OAPA thrives because of the time, talent, and dedication of our members. As we continue advancing the PA profession in Ohio, we invite you to take the next step in leadership — by volunteering. As a volunteer-lead organization, OAPA is only as strong as the collective effort our members put forth to pursue our vision of Ohio as the premier state for PAs. Please join in the cause today!

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2025
August 2, 2025
9:00AM - 10:30AM

Next Stop: Clinical Practice - A Q&A for PA Students and New Grads

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2025
August 5, 2025
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