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Latest News on the PA Licensure Compact: Updates from the Commission
Stay informed with the most recent developments from the PA Compact Commission, including member state growth, rulemaking progress, and next steps as the compact moves toward operational status and expanded licensure mobility for PAs across states. Visit the official news page for detailed updates and resources.
Top 5 Ways to Advocate for Ohio PAs
Advocating for the PA profession in Ohio starts with engagement. From joining OAPA and sharing your expertise to supporting legislative efforts, these five actions empower you to strengthen PA practice and improve patient care across the state.
One Conference, One Community: Ohio PAs Unite in 2026
OAPA is debuting a premier in-person annual conference for Ohio PAs and PA students in 2026. Read on for more, and watch for the big announcement soon!
PA Again Named #2 Best Health Care Job in U.S.
In its 2026 rankings, U.S. News & World Report again named the PA profession the #2 Best Health Care Job, marking the profession’s ninth consecutive year among the top 10. Additionally, the profession was named the #4 Best STEM Job and #5 among the 100 Best Jobs across all occupations.
On-Demand CME: "Conflict Resolution for Better Teams"
Conflict is inevitable in healthcare teams, but how it’s handled can either strengthen collaboration or create lasting tension. This session will equip physician assistants with practical tools to recognize sources of conflict, understand their own conflict and communication styles, and apply proven strategies to resolve disputes effectively.
Upcoming Events
Wed
28
2026
January 28, 2026
6:00PM - 8:00PM EST
OAPA Region 6 & 7 Dinner
Learn from AstraZeneca about Asthma and COPD treatment options.
Cooper's Hawk Winery, Liberty Township
Tue
3
2026
February 3, 2026
6:00PM - 8:00PM EST
OAPA Region 6 & 7 Dinner
Learn from Bridgebio regarding treatment for Transthyretin Amyloid Cardiomyopathy
TBD
Tue
10
2026
February 10, 2026
6:30PM - 8:00PM EST
OAPA Region 5 Dinner
An Adjunctive Treatment Option to Antidepressants for Major Depressive Disorder: Clinical Overview
Cooper's Hawk Winery, Toledo, Ohio

