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10 PA Title Change Myths: OAPA Responds to Opposition Testimony
On November 19, 2025, the Ohio House Health Committee hearing included opposition testimony on HB 353, the PA Title Change bill. Here's what we at OAPA heard, and why we remain confident that Ohio patients would be better served by PAs practicing under a professional title that more accurately reflects their education, training, and responsibilities.
PA Title Change: Setting the Record Straight
HB 353, the PA Title Change Bill, will receive its third hearing before the Ohio House Health Committee, where several opponent testimonies are expected. We remain committed to addressing misunderstandings and dispelling myths, ensuring patients clearly understand the modern PA role by aligning our professional title with our education, training, and responsibilities. Watch this brief update from Government Affairs Chair Matthew Freado, MBA, PA-C, to learn more.
Join Us for the OAPA Member Town Hall – December 4 at 7 p.m.
OAPA will hold a Town Hall on Thursday, December 4, 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.
Share Your Pharmacology Expertise with Ohio PAs
OAPA is now accepting speaker submissions for the 2026 on-demand pharmacology CME program, offering 12 hours of high-quality, flexible content for Ohio PAs. This initiative is part of OAPA’s refreshed approach to professional development, emphasizing both accessible, on-demand learning and a revitalized, singular in-person annual conference experience.
PAs Called to Respond to Restrictive Student Loan Caps
Last week, the U.S. Department of Education concluded its negotiated rulemaking session, where federal negotiators agreed to a definition of “professional program” that excludes PAs from eligibility for higher federal student loan borrowing. PA school is more expensive than the proposed cap, meaning that without access to sufficient federal loans, many students won’t have the means to complete their education. Take action today to urge the Department of Education to reverse this decision!
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Dec. 1, 2025 - Dec. 20, 2027
Pulmonary, Sleep, and Critical Care Medicine Academy
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OAPA Region 6 & 7 Dinner
Afreeza Inhaled Insulin
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