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What You Missed at the Fall Legislative Town Hall
*Member Exclusive Story*
The Ohio Association of Physician Assistants held a Legislative Town Hall for members on September 10, 2026, to review PA advocacy efforts during the 136th General Assembly and preview what's to come with election season and the new year approaching. Members who attended the Town Hall got the full story, but here are the highlights for those who missed it.
Don't let Ohio lose its voice in AAPA
As one of the largest state delegations to the AAPA House of Delegates, Ohio PAs have real influence over national policy. Share your policy priorities with OAPA and renew your OAPA and AAPA memberships to keep Ohio's voice strong.
Healthcare Employers Invited to Ohio Healthcare Virtual Career Fair
Building Ohio’s future healthcare workforce starts by helping students learn about healthcare careers early. Your organization can help the next generation see where a career in healthcare could take them. Attend a virtual information session on Monday, September 21, 2026, at 2pm to learn more about the 2027 Ohio Healthcare Virtual Career Fair
OAPA Announces 2026 Student Scholarship Winners
The future of the PA profession in Ohio has never looked brighter. Each year, the OAPA Scholarship Program celebrates outstanding PA students who embody dedication, leadership, and academic excellence, while easing the financial road to graduation. Please join us in congratulating the 2026 OAPA Scholarship recipients!
One Conference. One Community. Ohio PAs United in Cleveland.
Here's what you missed!
Ohio PAs gathered at the Westin Cleveland Downtown for three days of CME, networking, and a nail-biting Challenge Bowl finale at the 2026 OAPA Annual Conference. From cutting-edge clinical sessions to the Presidential Address and Awards Recognition, here's a look back at everything you missed.
Upcoming Events
Thu
10
2026
September 10 - 11, 2026
The Ohio State University 2026 Advanced Practice Provider Hybrid Conference
A two-day hybrid conference focused on clinical updates, professional development, and clinician well-being.
(This is a sponsored post.)Tue
15
2026
September 15, 2026
7:00PM - 8:00PM
OAPA PA Program Director Roundtable
(by invitation only - contact oapa@ohiopa.com for details)
Wed
16
2026
September 16, 2026
6:00PM - 7:30PM EST
**REGISTRATION CLOSED - CAPACITY REACHED** OAPA Region 6 & 7 Dinner with Bayer
Jag's Steak & Seafood, West Chester

