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Announcing the 2025-2026 OAPA Board of Directors and AAPA Delegate Candidates
Serving in OAPA leadership allows members to actively shape OAPA's future, contribute expertise, and enhance networking opportunities. OAPA board and delegate positions to be elected this year include President-Elect, Vice President, Regional Director for Regions 1, 2, 6, and 7, and five AAPA Delegates.
Call for Speakers: 2025 OAPA Annual Conference
One of the most effective ways to advance your career and showcase your expertise is by sharing your knowledge to educate others! If you are passionate about PA practice, we want to hear from you. The 2025 OAPA Annual Conference will take place October 23-24 at the Renaissance Columbus Westerville-Polaris, and we are currently seeking speakers.
Download and Share: Must-Have Materials to Promote the PA Profession
Access an infographic about the PA profession in Ohio and a one-pager about PA Title Change to help educate your healthcare colleagues and advance Ohio PA advocacy!
OAPA Leader Q&A: President Hart Welcomes New Government Affairs Chair Freado
2025 brings with it a new Ohio General Assembly, a new lobbying relationship for OAPA, and new leadership for our Government Affairs Committee. President Nathan Hart recently caught up with our new Government Affairs Chair, Matthew Freado, MBA, PA-C, to talk about his plans for the future of OAPA advocacy.
Discover the Latest at the 2025 OAPA Pharmacology Conference!
If you are looking to enhance your career knowledge and learn the latest in pharmacology for PA practice, then the 2025 OAPA Pharmacology Conference is for you. This event is by Ohio PAs for Ohio PAs, offering valuable learning opportunities and networking. This year's conference is March 28-29 in Cuyahoga Falls. Expand your knowledge, strengthen your network, and earn your CME - register today!
PA Rises to #3 Best Job in 2025 U.S. News & World Report Rankings
U.S. News & World Report named the PA profession #3 among the 100 Best Jobs across all occupations based on such factors as median salary, unemployment rate, 10-year growth volume, 10-year growth percentage, future job prospects, stress level, and work-life balance!
On-Demand CME: Weighing Your Options: A Review of Antiobesity Treatment Options
Earn 1 CME credit while learning from Emily Doycich, PharmD, BCPS, and Shanail Berry, M.D. about criteria for medical weight management and current medications approved for weight loss.
Amended Rules on Medications for Opioid Use Disorder
On Wednesday, October 9, the State Medical Board of Ohio voted to amend the administrative rules for medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD), effective October 31, 2024. The amendments reflect changes in federal law and allow prescribers to safely provide needed treatment to vulnerable patients.
OAPA Recognizes Senator Roegner for Ongoing Legislative Support
At the 2024 OAPA Annual Conference, OAPA provided a special recognition for State Senator Kristina D. Roegner for her leadership on the PA Licensure Compact and other support of PAs.
LEGISLATIVE ALERT: HB670 Introduces Physician Associate Professional Title
OAPA is proud to announce the introduction of the bi-partisan HB670 Physician Associate Professional Title change bill in the Ohio House of Representatives, co-sponsored by Reps. Rachel Baker and Nick Santucci. This bill would change the professional title used by physician assistants to "physician associate" throughout the Ohio Revised Code.
AAPA Hears Back from AMA, Requests PA Feedback
The AMA has finally responded to AAPA's letters asking for an end to the AMA's divisive “scope creep” campaign, but fell short of agreeing to participate in dialogue about a more positive path forward. AAPA is now asking for feedback and OAPA encourages Ohio PAs to participate.
