Texas Academy of Physician Assistants - TAPA

11/20/2025

Today we celebrate and honor the incredible PAs bringing care to rural and underserved communities across the country.

From primary care to emergency medicine—PAs are bridging gaps and making lasting impacts where they’re needed most.

Learn more: https://powerofrural.org

11/18/2025

TAPA is collecting member stories to highlight the essential role of student loans in PA education and the future workforce.

If you're willing to share your experience, we’d value your input.

Share your story and help us make a difference! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/899BDC7

11/17/2025

Reminder: There’s still time to register for the UT Southwestern Medical Center Stroke Symposium on Dec. 13!

Get the latest updates in stroke diagnosis, management and treatment.

Free for fellows & students | $60 for PAs

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This one-day live CME activity is designed for cerebrovascular diseases and neurosciences professionals (physicians, advance practice providers, nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech therapists) and it will explore the latest advances and current trends in the pathophysiol...

11/14/2025

November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and today we join the global community in recognizing .

PAs play a key role in prevention, early detection and long-term management—empowering patients to live healthier lives every day.

Learn more and find resources: https://worlddiabetesday.org/

11/12/2025

Obesity is one of the most common chronic diseases seen in primary care—yet effective, compassionate management remains a challenge.

Join expert faculty for this CME webinar by The Obesity Society designed to help physician associates:
- Recognize obesity as a chronic and progressive disease
- Select appropriate medications
- Deliver effective lifestyle and behavioral counseling
- Communicate with empathy and reduce stigma in obesity care

Earn 2 AAPA Category 1 CME credits and gain practical, evidence-based strategies to elevate your care.

December 6, 2025
🔗 Register now: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Jta9EGb8Q4G2xQ51gPJYdQ #/registration

11/11/2025

In honor of Veterans Day, we highlight one of our own and recognize the roots of our profession. The PA profession was founded by veterans returning from service, leaders who brought medical experience, discipline, and a commitment to service into civilian healthcare.
Happy Veterans Day to all the unsung heroes. 🇺🇸

11/11/2025

Today, we honor and thank all who have served our country. Your dedication, courage and sacrifice inspire us every day. To our veteran colleagues, patients and community members—thank you for your service. 🇺🇸

11/10/2025

Meet Andrew Palacios, PA-C — a Trauma & Acute Care Surgery PA with 13 years of paramedic experience, 10 of those years as a critical care and flight paramedic. His path reflects how PAs come with experiences that shape the providers we are today. Thank you, Andrew, for allowing us to pull you aside and do an impromptu interview.

10/28/2025

Stay at the forefront of stroke care at UT Southwestern Medical Center Cerebrovascular Diseases and Stroke Symposium on Dec. 13. This one-day CME event offers the latest updates in stroke diagnosis, management, and treatment—ideal for PAs and healthcare professionals across Texas.

Registration is free for fellows and students and $60 for PAs. Don’t miss this chance to advance your expertise and earn CME credit.

Register: https://cme.utsouthwestern.edu/rp2512b

10/27/2025

On Oct 13th, TAPA was invited to the Hardin-Simmons University Physician Assistant Program Class of 2027 White Coat Ceremony. Congratulations to all the students and welcome to this esteemed profession!

10/23/2025

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and TAPA recognizes the vital role PAs play in prevention, early detection and compassionate patient care. Together, we stand with those affected and remain committed to advancing awareness and access to care.

10/22/2025

We are grateful to Governor Greg Abbott for officially proclaiming October 6–12, 2025 as Physician Assistants Week in the State of Texas!

This recognition highlights the incredible work PAs do every day to provide compassionate, high-quality care to Texans across hospitals, clinics, and communities.

We celebrate all the dedicated PAs who make a difference in the lives of their patients ensuring access to care, improving outcomes, and strengthening our healthcare system.

Thank you for recognizing the vital role PAs play in keeping Texas healthy!