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Support PA Education: Protect Federal Student Loan Access
The House Education and Workforce Committee unveiled a proposal to eliminate the Grad PLUS loan program and impose new, restrictive borrowing caps on federal Stafford loans for graduate borrowers, including PA students. If enacted, this proposal would severely limit access to affordable financing for PA students — threatening the future health workforce at a time of growing provider shortages, particularly in rural and underserved communities.
May 15: Measles Webinar for Healthcare Providers
With ongoing measles outbreaks, including in Ohio, healthcare professionals can remain alert for measles cases, especially during the upcoming summer travel season, and particularly in unvaccinated patients. The webinar on May 15 at 11 a.m. ET will feature a panel of CDC experts covering measles epidemiology, clinical recognition of measles, the importance of vaccination, and preparing and responding to measles, including infection prevention and control in the healthcare setting.
Announcing the 2025-2026 OAPA Board of Directors and AAPA Delegates
With the recent elections for President-Elect, Vice President, Regional Director for Regions 1, 2, 6, and 7, and five AAPA Delegates now complete, we are pleased to announce your OAPA volunteer leaders starting July 1, 2025!
Call for Speakers: 2025 OAPA Annual Conference
Are you passionate about advancing the PA profession and eager to share your knowledge? The 2025 OAPA Annual Conference is your opportunity to make an impact. We're looking for dynamic speakers who can inspire, educate, and lead meaningful conversations. Join us October 23–24 at the Renaissance Columbus Westerville-Polaris. If you’ve got insights to share, we want to hear from you!
Call for Posters: 2025 OAPA Annual Conference
OAPA is proud to support research that drives the PA profession forward. As part of our commitment, the 2025 OAPA Annual Conference will feature a dedicated platform for Ohio PAs and PA students to present their innovative work. Whether you're exploring clinical practice, education, policy, or beyond—this is your moment to shine. Join us this October at the Renaissance Columbus Westerville-Polaris and make your mark. Poster submissions are open now through August 15, 2025—submit your work today!
Upcoming Events
Tue
13
2025
May 13, 2025
6:00PM - 7:30PM
OAPA Region 5 Dinner with Teva Pharmaceuticals
Tardive Dyskinesia
Dan Lew Exchange, Mansfield, OH
Thu
15
2025
May 15, 2025
6:30PM - 7:30PM EDT
OAPA Region 1 & 2 Dinner
Reduce the Risk of CKD Progression and CV Death in Adults with CKD: Results from the EMPA-Kidney Trial
Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse, Beachwood, OH
