JAAPA Podcast

Ulcerative colitis (UC) can present significant challenges in primary care settings.  Today's episode features expert insights on ulcerative colitis, covering diagnosis, severity classification, treatment options, and holistic care approaches. Perfect for primary care providers seeking to enhance their management strategies.

Dermatology PAs not only expand access to dermatologic care but also contribute to innovations and professional development. Join us as Michael Overcash, JAAPA Dermatology Department Editor, Sarah Vicari, President of the Society of Dermatology PAs, and Cynthia Griffith, Editor-In-Chief of the Journal of Dermatology PAs (JDPA) show how Dermatology PAs empower each of us to broaden our understanding of how to manage dermatologic conditions and contribute to professional advocacy efforts.

Psychiatric skin disorders are common but access to dermatology providers is limited.  Learn more about these skin disorders in this episode as Alicyn Trask, DMSc, PA-C describes the bidirectional connections between skin and mental health. And, explore how PAs can contribute to integrative care delivery for patients with primary or secondary psychiatric skin disorders.

Metabolic dysfunction-associated liver disease (MASLD) is an increasingly prevalent condition that is associated with multiple comorbidities and has been identified as a significant public health risk. We, as PAs, play an important role in early detection and management. Join us as we discuss screening and management of MASLD with PA Anne Geary. 

In recognition of World Obesity Day, this JAAPA Podcast episode brings together three Physician Associates who specialize in obesity medicine to discuss the current state of obesity care. The conversation examines comprehensive treatment in the era of direct-to-consumer GLP1 prescribing, the role of multidisciplinary care, and the growing policy discussions around Medicare and Medicaid coverage for anti-obesity medications. The panel also addresses how media portrayals and weight stigma influence patient experiences, how internalized bias affects engagement in care, and the persistent disparities in screening and access to treatment. This episode highlights the critical role PAs play in advancing evidence-based obesity care and advocating for equitable, patient centered treatment.

In this episode, the JAAPA podcast team discusses the evolution of post-professional doctoral programs for Physician Assistants (PAs) with Dr. Kari Bernard and Dr. Aisha Hussein. They explore the history and growth of Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) programs and the diverse educational opportunities these programs offer. We further delve into the DMSc Consortium and the hot topic discussion of accreditation for these programs.

Adverse events, near misses, and medical errors are occupational hazards that contribute to burnout. Join us as we discuss research surrounding the PA and APRN experience after an adverse event and learn about how we can support each other after such an event.

In this episode, we sit down with the board of PAs in Obesity Medicine (PAOM) for a candid, practice-focused conversation on elevating obesity care in primary care. From reframing obesity as a chronic disease to integrating evidence-based treatments into busy clinics, our guests share real-world insights, clinical pearls, and strategies PAs can use today. Whether you're new to obesity medicine or looking to deepen your impact, this episode offers a forward-looking look at how PAs are leading the future of comprehensive, compassionate obesity care.     For more information and resources on Obesity Medicine, you can visit: https://pasinobesitymedicine.mypanetwork.com/

Menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) has been a hot topic, especially as the FDA removed menopause hormone therapy black box warning this month (November, 2025). To better understand how MHT can benefit women's health, tune into this enlightening conversation with JAAPA authors Ashley Church and Megan Biagi and JAAPA OBGYN Department Editor Alannah Zheng.   Note, our guests gave a fantastic overview of MHT - to learn more check out their article at: https://journals.lww.com/jaapa/abstract/2025/07000/menopausal_hormone_therapy__making_sense_of.3.aspx   Contributors: Ashley Church Credentials: MPAS, PA-C Job Title: Physician Associate  Primary Employer: Western Sierra Medical Clinic  City, ST: Grass Valley, CA   Megan Biagi Credentials: MPAS, PA-C, CHSE Job Title: Associate Professor Primary Employer: University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine City, ST: Reno, NV   Alannah Zheng Alannah Zheng, MSPA, PA-C, CLC Job Title: Physician Assistant Primary Employer: Allina Health City, ST: St. Paul, MN

Happy PA Week! Celebrate with AAPA President Todd Pickard as he shares how PAs make connections and relationships that drive forward access, quality, innovation, advocacy, and ultimately patient care. We will learn about our professions' advances over the past year and get a sneak peak at what's to come!

In this episode, we further discuss the critical topic of malpractice prevention and risk management for PAs. Following up from the previous podcast "PAs in Legal Medicine Part 1," our expert guests provide an essential guide to protecting your practice, your patients, and your career. You'll learn actionable strategies for mindful EHR charting, effective patient communication, and proper delegation in collaborative practice. We also address the legal side of medicine, including the most common causes of malpractice lawsuits.

In this episode, we tackle the critical topic of malpractice prevention and risk management for PAs. Our expert guests provide an essential guide to protecting your practice, your patients, and your career. We break down the fundamentals, from foundational prevention tips and understanding different types of liability insurance, to navigating the PA standard of care. You'll learn actionable strategies for mindful EHR charting, effective patient communication, and proper delegation in collaborative practice. We also address the legal side of medicine, including the most common causes of malpractice suits, and how the handling of errors can impact your professional life. Tune in for a must-listen conversation that will empower every PA to practice with confidence and minimize litigation risk.

Why is advanced care planning so important, and how can PAs make a difference? Tune in to the latest JAAPA podcast episode with guest Christa Cooper to explore the innovative research she and her colleague Jessica Karl conducted on Telemedicine Advanced Care Planning led by Physician Associates. Discover how this approach enhances communication, reduces burdens on families, and ensures patient preferences are honored. Get the details and earn CME credit at cme.aapa.org!

Recently, a team of researchers at the NCCPA examined the impact of educational debt on PA specialty selection - tune in as we discuss their work as recently published in JAAPA. We know that the decision to specialize is nuanced, involving a PA's individual goals, experiences in PA school, job availability for each physical location, compensation, and levels of debt accrued in training. Listen as Andrez Kozikowski, Alicia Quella, and Mirela Bruza-Augatis discuss this important topic.

The American population is aging. In one century, life expectancy in the US rose from 47 to 78. In 2050, 20% of the U.S. population will be older than 65. With this in mind, we must identify ways to improve the quality of the final days of life. In this episode, we explore how the PA profession contributes to palliative care, focusing on symptom management, quality of life, and communication with JAAPA Authors Rebecca Jones and Natalie Mohammad.    Additional resources mentioned during the podcast available here:    Palliative Care for PAs: Physician Associates in Hospice & Palliative Medicine (PAHPM) PAHPM - Home CAQ in Palliative Medicine & Hospice Care Specialty Certificates - NCCPA   End of Life Training and Serious Illness Conversation Guides   Ariadne Labs Serious Illness Conversation Guide: Serious-Illness-Conversation-Guide.2023-05-18.pdf   RE-MAP: REMAP: A Framework for Goals of Care Conversations | JCO Oncology Practice   Training Courses for breaking bad news & having serious illness conversations   Vital Talk: Home - VitalTalk   PalliTalk: PalliTALK and WeTALK Communication Workshops | Department of Medicine, University of Wisconsin–Madison   End of Life Education (from nursing)   ELNEC: End-of-Life Nursing Education Consortium (ELNEC)

Join our hosts Joe and Kim as they interview three influential leaders in the Physician Associate/Assistant (PA) profession: Jim Cawley, Rick Dehn, and Rod Hooker. These guests have made significant contributions to PA education, research, and workforce development.  Join us as we discuss the evolution of the profession since its early days in the 1970s and what has led to its success.

HAPPY PA WEEK! To celebrate, AAPA President Jason Prevelige, DMSc, MBA, PA-C, DFAAPA shares with us strategies to leverage advocacy efforts in the PA profession. Our co-hosts also describe the current crisis in healthcare, and discuss the future of the PA profession in a team-based model, the future of modernized PA practice laws, and modern advocacy efforts that can help bridge that gap in PA practice laws. They highlight how PAs Go Beyond, and are specially equipped to be an advocate for modernized healthcare, and policy change, while reminding us of the essence of our profession.

We know that many PAs switch specialties during their career; however, little is known about the PA and employer's experience. Tune in to hear what JAAPA authors, Eliana Ward-Lev, Clair Kuriakose, and Jay Navoa discovered through their research on this topic. To learn more, check out their publication "Career flexibility for PAs: What makes switching specialties successful?" from the May 2024 JAAPA issue.   Be sure to follow JAAPA on social media! Their Instagram handle is @jaapaonline. 

Join us as we welcome the newest JAAPA podcast team member, Joe Harrison. Kim and Martine discuss Joe's background, interests, and why he joined the podcast. They also discuss their "why" of medicine and "why PA". Finally, they discuss and summarize an important article by PA Daniel Eisner on esophageal cancers from the April 2024 JAAPA issue. Be sure to follow JAAPA on social media! Their Instagram handle is @jaapaonline. 

Constructive feedback can be a valuable tool to help improve working relationships among colleagues. In this episode, Martine, Kim, and Joe are discussing with PAs Alexandra Gallant and Laura Erdman the results of a peer feedback platform that they were able to develop and initiate in their academic hospital system with their research team, aiming to improve collaboration between PAs, NPs, and physicians, and clinical practice. Thank you for listening!   Resources: Learn more about OTP here:  https://www.aapa.org/advocacy-central/optimal-team-practice/

In this episode, PA Lindsay Nourse speaks with us about the challenges faced by breastfeeding mothers who are physician associates (PAs), highlighting the key findings. The podcast explores how these barriers affect breastfeeding duration and practices among PA mothers and discuss potential improvements in healthcare workplace policies to better support them. See also this infographic for the pump act from an AAPA caucus, PAs for Women Empowerment (PAWE).

In this episode, PA Angela Meredith speaks with Clay, Kim, and Martine about how clinicians, particularly PAs, can be prepared to handle the issue of human trafficking.   Learn valuable information you can use to help patients who may be at risk, important factors to consider implementing at your facility, and useful resources you can utilize today. Don't miss this valuable conversation.   Guest: Angela Meredith, DMSc, PA-C Linkedin profile: http://www.linkedin.com/in/angelameredith   Resources for everyone:   National Human Trafficking Hotline - home base of 24-hour hotline: 888-3737-888. https://humantraffickinghotline.org/en   *This is also where you can download the decision-flow chart "Framework for a Human Trafficking Protocol in Healthcare Settings" at https://humantraffickinghotline.org/en/resources/framework-human-trafficking-protocol-healthcare-settings   Polaris Project - online training, human trafficking 101: https://polarisproject.org/human-trafficking/   Resources for clinicians:   American Hospital Association - includes ICD10 codes: https://www.aha.org/combating-human-trafficking   SOAR - AMA cat 1 CME credits, train.org  - SOAR to Health and Wellness: https://www.acf.hhs.gov/otip/training/soar-health-and-wellness-training And for online training: https://www.train.org/main/search?type=course&query=SOAR   Jones Day for reporting and educational requirements. Scroll down to access the pdf: https://www.jonesday.com/en/insights/2021/09/human-trafficking-and-health-care-providers   Coalition Against Trafficking in Women:  http://www.catwinternational.org

Summary: We've all been asked to explain what a PA is, and then probably received the follow-up question of "do you need to go back to school? Or complete a residency or fellowship?" We all have our spiels ready. But the landscape as it pertains to PA fellowships is changing. For this episode, we were joined by Maura Polansky, Bart Gillum, Jon Messing, and Max Rooney as they discussed their recent JAAPA publication: "Describing the landscape of integrated clinical education programs for PAs and NPs. We hope you enjoy, thanks for listening! Be sure to follow JAAPA on social media! Our Instagram handle is @jaapaonline. Let us know your thoughts on the articles we reviewed in the comments section! JAAPA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaapaonline/

Onboarding new graduate PAs and NPs has become a hot topic, especially given the provider shortages and financial shortfalls our healthcare system is experiencing. Onboarding is also an emerging area of research, and in this episode, we sit down with PA Nathalie Ortiz and NP Hilary Barnes to discuss what they have learned about the onboarding experience for PAs and NPs in primary care. Thanks for listening! Be sure to follow JAAPA on social media! Their Instagram handle is @jaapaonline. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaapaonline/

May is mental health awareness month. In this month's podcast we discuss alternatives to managing chronic depression, suicidal ideation and depression among PAs and PA students, and provider burnout.  We hope you enjoy, thanks for listening!  Be sure to follow JAAPA on social media! Our Instagram handle is @jaapaonline. Let us know your thoughts on the articles we reviewed in the comments section for April's articles! JAAPA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaapaonline/

In this episode we sit down with Gerald Kayngo to discuss his article on how to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion in healthcare, and how to assess our progress! We thoroughly enjoyed this episode. We hope you do too! We appreciate your patience as we re-establish our upload schedule. Thanks for listening! Be sure to follow JAAPA on social media! Our Instagram handle is @jaapaonline. Let us know your thoughts on the articles we reviewed in the comments section for April's articles! JAAPA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaapaonline/

Hello everyone! In honor of PA week, we have a BONUS episode for October. In this episode we discussed the efforts being made to expand PAs scope of practice in Puerto Rico, with our special guests, Kimberly Weikel MPAS, PA-C, Laura Juarez MPAS, MPH, PA-C, and Charity Irizarry, MCMSc, PA-C.  Here are the resources mentioned in this episode: AAMPR Website: https://aampr.mypanetwork.com AAMPR Email: [email protected] AAMPR Social Media: -Instagram: @asociadosmedicospr  -Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AsociadosMedicosPR/ -Twitter: @AsocMedicoPR  Change.org Petition: https://www.change.org/p/los-puertorrique%C3%B1os-merecen-atenci%C3%B3n-m%C3%A9dica-de-pa-certificadas-asociados-m%C3%A9dicos-certificados?recruiter=1253325433&recruited_by_id=c0b1d360-8ced-11ec-a95e-29a4cc38dbbf&utm_source=share_petition&utm_medium=copylink&utm_campaign=petition_dashboard Be sure to follow JAAPA on social media! Their Instagram handle is @jaapaonline. Let us know your thoughts on the articles we reviewed in the comments section for April's articles! JAAPA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaapaonline/

HAPPY PA WEEK! To celebrate, AAPA President Jennifer Orozco, DMSc, PA-C, DFAAPA and our co-hosts describe the current crisis in healthcare created by a provider shortage, provider burnout, an aging population, and increasing prevalence of chronic diseases and how PAs are specially equipped to be a part of the solution. We then close with the journey of Ethan Klausmeyer, MMSc, PA-C, who reminds us of the essence of our profession. To rise to Jenn's challenge to embrace modern solutions to the current healthcare crisis, check out:  PAs Go Beyond: https://www.aapa.org/pas-go-beyond/ AAPA Advocacy Central: https://www.aapa.org/advocacy-central/ Spread the Word: https://www.aapa.org/pas-go-beyond/spread-the-word/ Be sure to follow JAAPA on social media! Their Instagram handle is @jaapaonline. Let us know your thoughts on the articles we reviewed in the comments section for April's articles! JAAPA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaapaonline/

For this month's podcast, our new podcast co-hosts and I discuss DOAC use for patients with AFib and valvular heart disease, provide updated information on continuous glucose monitors, and review job attributes that will attract health care providers to rural, medically underserved areas. Also, listen to get to know our new hosts, Martine Aliteri and Kim Ketchersid! Stay tuned, we have something brewing for October's podcast! Thanks for listening! Be sure to follow JAAPA on social media! Their Instagram handle is @jaapaonline. Let us know your thoughts on the articles we reviewed in the comments section for April's articles! JAAPA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaapaonline/

For this month we'll be hopping on a time machine- as we reflect on the PA profession in the past, and also look at how we can improve the profession in the future, as we take a look at the PA profession in the 1990s and how we can address structural racism to diversify the field. Thanks for listening! Be sure to follow JAAPA on social media! Their Instagram handle is @jaapaonline. Let us know your thoughts on the articles we reviewed in the comments section for April's articles! JAAPA 4Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaapaonline/

We're in Indianapolis baby!! In this episode we're recording from the annual AAPA 2022 Conference! We're reviewing articles on why article submissions are unsuccessful for publication to JAAPA, with JAAPA editor-in-chief Rick Dehn, MPA, PA-C and clinical editor Harrison Reed, MMSc, PA-C. Also, we have a student takeover during the AAPA Medical Challenge bowl, hearing what current PA students have to say about the conference and the PA profession as a whole. Thank you again to our guests Rick Dehn, and Harrison Reed. Rick Dehn: [email protected]  Harrison Reed: [email protected] Please, please, please check out AAPA's new campaign, PAs Go Beyond: https://www.aapa.org/pas-go-beyond/ Thanks for listening! Be sure to follow JAAPA on social media! Their Instagram handle is @jaapaonline. Let us know your thoughts on the articles we reviewed in the comments section for March's articles! JAAPA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaapaonline/

In this podcast we reviewed a CME article on Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) and circled our discussion around two articles from JAAPA's new article series: Global Insights. Global Insights will highlight the PA profession on a global aspect. Thank you to our guests Dr. Adrian Banning, DHSc, MMS, PA-C and Professor Juanita Gardner, MPH, PA-C. You can contact Dr. Banning at: [email protected] and Prof. Gardner at: [email protected]. Thanks for listening! Be sure to follow JAAPA on social media! Their Instagram handle is @jaapaonline. Let us know your thoughts on the articles we reviewed in the comments section for March's articles! JAAPA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaapaonline/

In this podcast we review CME articles on managing patients with psoriasis vulgaris and addressing barriers to cervical cancer screening among immigrant populations. Additionally, we discussed financial literacy among practicing PAs with Kristin Burton, founder of Strive Coaching, LLC. Thanks for listening! If you would like to know more about Strive Coaching, LLC, you can contact Kristin at: www.strivewithkristin.com Disclaimer: This is not a sponsorship. Our discussion with Kristin is for educational purposes only. _______________ Be sure to follow JAAPA on social media! Their Instagram handle is @jaapaonline. Let us know your thoughts on the articles we reviewed in the comments section for March's articles! JAAPA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaapaonline/ Thanks for listening! 

In this podcast we review CME articles on Body focused repetitive behaviors and Skin cancer in immunosuppressed patients. As well as articles on patient interaction with online health information and Treating Hypertension in Black patients. Thank you! Be sure to follow JAAPA on social media! Let us know your thoughts on the articles we reviewed in the comments section for January's posts! JAAPA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaapaonline/ Thanks for listening!

In this podcast we review CME articles on Diagnosing and managing acute abdominal pain in children and Balloon pulmonary angioplasty for thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension. Our thoughts go out to our fellow PAs battling the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. Thank you. Be sure to follow JAAPA on social media! Let us know your thoughts on the articles we reviewed in the comments section for January's posts! JAAPA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaapaonline/ Thanks for listening!

Hello everyone! Welcome back! We hope you enjoy this bonus episode! In this episode we review some of the poster abstracts from December's edition. Though this episode is brief, it's still packed with fun! Happy Holidays! – Brandon & Lena  JAAPA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaapaonline/ Thanks for listening! 

Happy Holidays! In this podcast we review CME articles on Adhesive Capsulitis and Resistant Hypertension. We also discuss articles on re-evaluation of race in the GFR calculation, as well as a case of metabolic acidosis induced by a ketogenic diet. As the year comes to a close, and we take a moment for reflection and gratitude, we would like to thank YOU, our listeners, for your continued support. We hope you enjoy our holiday bonus episode as a token of our gratitude. We look forward to producing more episodes in the new year!By the way... are you following JAAPA on social media? Their Instagram handle is @jaapaonline. Let us know your thoughts on the topics we discussed in the comments section, under the articles we reviewed.  JAAPA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaapaonline/ Thanks for listening! 

Hello everyone! For this month's podcast we review CME articles on management for patients who have experienced trauma and colorectal screening guidelines. We also discuss articles on Breast mastitis and abscess and the economics of being a PA, written by our beloved editor-in-chief, Richard Dehn. We hope you enjoy; and stay tuned for next month as we have a special treat for our listeners! By the way... are you following JAAPA on social media? Their Instagram handle is @jaapaonline. Let us know your thoughts on the topics we discussed in the comments section, under the articles we reviewed. JAAPA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaapaonline/ Thanks for listening!

Happy PA week and Hispanic Heritage month! For this month's podcast we review CME articles on HCOM and PCOS; and discuss articles on PA doctoral degree curriculum and provider empathy. We hope you enjoy! By the way... are you following JAAPA on social media? Our Instagram handle is @jaapaonline. Let us know your thoughts on the articles we reviewed in the comments section under October's posts. JAAPA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaapaonline/ Thanks for listening!

In this month's podcast my co-host, Brandon Cherry, PA-C and I had the pleasure of interviewing our former classmate and author of this month's CME article, ICU survivorship: What PAs need to know, Nicolette LaRosa, MHS, PA-C. We also had a quick refresher on cervical cancer screening as we reviewed the CME article, Cervical cancer screening guidelines: An update. Enjoy!! Here is the article our guest Nicolette was referring to during our discussion: Darbyshire JL, Greig PR, Vollam S, et al. "I can remember sort of vivid people...but to me they were plasticine." Delusions on the intensive care unit: what do patients think is going on? PLoS One. 2016;11(4):e0153775.  By the way... are you following JAAPA on social media? Their Instagram handle is @jaapaonline. Let us know your thoughts on the topics we discussed in the comments section, under the articles we reviewed.  JAAPA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaapaonline/ Thanks for listening! 

In this podcast my co-host, Brandon Cherry, PA-C and I review CME articles from August's JAAPA edition on managing Hymenoptera venom allergy and navigating the challenges of diagnosing bipolar disorder in youth. We also discuss articles on modernizing the PA workforce and utilizing APCs to their full scope of practice, as well as challenges during and after the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on public health.  By the way... are you following JAAPA on social media? Their Instagram handle is @jaapaonline. Let us know your thoughts on the articles we reviewed in the comments section under the articles we reviewed. Thanks for listening! JAAPA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaapaonline/

In this podcast, myself, Lena Ward, PA-C and my co-host, Brandon Cherry, PA-C review CME articles from July's JAAPA edition on the Preoperative Assessment for Non-cardiac Surgery and Narcolepsy. While from June's edition we will be reviewing articles on unconscious bias and how it leads to racial inequities in medicine, as well as creating diversity within the PA programs during the admissions process. Happy Summer!

In this month's JAAPA Podcast, myself, Lena Ward, PA-C and my cohost, Brandon Cherry, review CME articles on managing Rheumatoid Arthritis and high-risk breast lesions. We then go over a case report on paraesophageal hernia in a pediatric patient; and to round things out we have an interesting discussion as we discuss the relationship between midlevel providers and residents. Hope you enjoy!

In the April 2021 episode of the JAAPA Podcast, co-hosts Lena Ward, PA-C and Brandon Cherry, PA-C break down CME articles on optimizing the management of inpatient cardiac arrest and on Huntington disease. Then, they give us a quick review of gestational trophoblastic disease and discuss an editorial focused on the role of PAs in public health immunization efforts. 

In the March 2021 episode of the JAAPA Podcast, co-hosts Lena Ward, PA-C and Brandon Cherry, PA-C review CME articles on tuberous sclerosis complex and on early pregnancy loss. Our co-hosts also discuss new research on the gender wage gap in the PA profession and reflect on JAAPA's latest Art of Medicine essay.

In the February 2021 episode of the JAAPA Podcast, we welcome our new co-hosts Lena Ward, PA-C and Brandon Cherry, PA-C. Lena and Brandon review CME articles on probiotics for bacterial vaginosis and on gastroesophageal reflux disease in children. They also tackle a quick review of ectopic pregnancy and discuss a special article on treating obesity as a chronic condition. Please give a warm welcome to our new co-hosts!

We bid a fond and grateful farewell to the founding co-hosts of the JAAPA Podcast, Kristopher Maday and Adrian Banning. Thank you for all that you brought to the podcast and we wish you the best of luck in all of your future endeavors. Topics include TV pitch meetings, talking animals, and, of course, fluffer nutter.