PA Education Association

This month, the EDI in Action series delves deeper into the Cultural Humility in Assessment initiative, or CHIA, and spoke to the volunteers who make this work possible. PAEA Assessment Editor in Chief Melinda Blazar, EdD, MHS, PA-C, chair of the CHIA Exam Development Board, Jo Rolls, MEHP, MPAS, PA-C, and Vice-Chair David Walker, PA-C, MPAS, described the volunteers as passionate and enthusiastic. CHIA members provide suggestions to make items more inclusive and to identify themes in the item bank for consideration of future form and style changes.  Learn more: https://ow.ly/Ri5950Ta6Mz

PAEA is still accepting applications for the 2024-2025 Don Pedersen Research Grants Program. Candidates should propose a research project about both PA education and PA workforce issues. This grant is not intended to fund research on clinical practice. Grants of up to $10,500 may be awarded with a total possible allotment of $21,000. Proposals must be submitted by September 30 at 11:59 p.m. ET. Learn more: https://ow.ly/pX0Q50Ta6ZO

Does active learning improve learning and retention? In this #JPAE article, the authors investigate student perceptions regarding the benefit of studying strategies for learning and retaining physiology and pathophysiology. #PAEducation #Pathophysiology #ActiveLearning https://ow.ly/BaKP50SECUc

The 2024-2025 AAPA-PAEA Research Fellows are Sarah Bolander, DMSc, PA-C, assistant professor at Northern Arizona University, and Katherine Thompson, MCHS, PA-C, an urgent care PA at Snoqualmie Valley Health in Snoqualmie, WA. Bolander’s project, "PA-Specific Doctoral Degrees in Practice: Exploring Demographics and Practice Characteristics Among PAs," investigates whether there are differences in demographics, practice characteristics, and employment trends among PAs with PA-specific doctoral degrees, such as DMS/DMSc and DScPAS/DPA, compared to PAs without doctoral degrees or PAs with other types of doctoral degrees, such as PhD, EdD, and DHSc. Thompson’s project, "Trauma-Informed Care Training and Impact on Employee Wellness Scores," examines the impact of a trauma-informed system on workplace wellness, employee retention, and employee connectivity. Read more: https://ow.ly/HrJv50T6pNu

Do veterans have differential access to physician associate/assistant (PA) education? In this #JPAE article, the authors investigate the association of veteran status with the likelihood of PA program matriculation. #PAEducation #Veterans https://ow.ly/psPt50SEs1M

In this special episode, our hosts Kevin Lohenry, PhD, PA-C, and Stephane VanderMeulen, MA, MPAS, PA-C, discuss key considerations for selecting the right PA program. They highlight the importance of aligning your personal values and career goals with a program’s mission, culture, and curriculum. The discussion also covers critical metrics such as PANCE pass rates, attrition rates, and the program’s approach to remediation. Additionally, they explore how to assess a program’s accreditation history and analyze trends in attrition to gauge its overall quality. Listen & subscribe: https://ow.ly/Futn50T2jUQ

Join Trenton Honda, PhD, MMS, PA-C, as he chats with Brenda Quincy, PhD, MPH, PA-C, professor in the Doctor of Medical Science-Bridge Program at Butler University, and Cody Sasek, PhD, PA-C, associate professor and the program director of the Doctor of Medical Science-Bridge Program at Butler University. In this episode, they delve into the benefits and challenges of pursuing a Doctor of Medical Science (DMS) degree, touching on issues like social desirability bias, the financial burden, and gaps in understanding about doctoral education. They also highlight the importance of collaboration in PA education research, emphasizing the role of educational experts in shaping literature reviews and study design. Listen: https://ow.ly/n9pz50SYCP3 This episode is sponsored by PCS.

Celebrating 25 years for the Journal of PA Education (JPAE) and its predecessor publications. In this #JPAE article, former and current editors-in-chief have compiled a detailed history of the journal, its development, and its trajectory into the future. #JPAE #Celebrating25Years #PAEducation https://ow.ly/Ai3Y50SEAtz

At the 2024 AAPA-PAEA Research Seminar, the AAPA-PAEA Research Fellows learned about medical research organizations and data sources and expanded their professional networks. The speakers shared their research experiences and future opportunities, which fostered engaged, thoughtful discussions. Thank you to the American Academy of Physician Associates and all of the speakers for their continued support and collaboration in elevating the next generation of PA leaders. We look forward to next year!

Don't forget to book your room for your time in Washington, DC for the 2024 Education Forum and Fall Workshops! We have discounted rates at several nearby hotels. #PAEA24 Book now: https://ow.ly/1TZx50SV5YG